Terms of Service
Welcome to Red, White and True News, an RWT News LLC property. By accessing or using our website at https://rwtnews.com, you agree to comply with and be bound by the following terms and conditions.
1. Acceptance of Terms
By using this website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service and our Privacy Policy.
2. Use of the Website
You may use our website for lawful purposes only. You agree not to:
- Post or transmit any unlawful, threatening, defamatory, or obscene content
- Violate any applicable laws or regulations
- Interfere with the website's functionality or security
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems
3. Content and Intellectual Property
All content on this website, including articles, opinion columns, images, videos, and embedded media, is owned by Red, White and True News LLC or our content partners and contributors. You may not reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works without written permission. Embedded video content from third-party platforms such as YouTube and Rumble remains the property of their respective owners and is subject to those platforms' terms of service.
3a. Contributor-Submitted Content
Individuals who submit content — including written articles, opinion pieces, or graphic designs — as contributors to RWT News grant Red, White and True News LLC a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide license to publish, display, distribute, and promote that content across our platforms and related properties. Contributors retain ownership of their original work. Contributor submissions must comply with these Terms of Service and may be edited for style, clarity, or appropriateness at our discretion. We reserve the right to decline or remove any submission that does not meet our editorial standards.
Graphic designs submitted for potential inclusion in the Red White and True Gear store are subject to separate compensation arrangements negotiated individually with the contributor. The submission of a design does not guarantee publication or compensation. Any agreed compensation terms will be documented separately.
4. User Comments and Commenting Policy
Comments on RWT News are powered by Disqus, a third-party commenting service. By posting a comment, you agree to both these Terms of Service and the Disqus Terms of Service and Disqus Privacy Policy.
By submitting comments or other content, you grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, modify, and display such content. The following are strictly prohibited in comments:
- Hate speech, threats, harassment, or content targeting individuals based on race, religion, gender, nationality, or other protected characteristics
- Spam, advertising, or repeated off-topic content
- Impersonating any person, organization, or public figure
- Content that is defamatory, obscene, or otherwise unlawful
- Personally identifiable information of third parties posted without consent
We reserve the right to moderate, edit, or remove any comment at our sole discretion without notice. RWT News LLC is not responsible for the content of user-submitted comments and does not endorse any opinions expressed therein. Repeated violations may result in a permanent ban from commenting.
5. Opinion Content Disclaimer
RWT News publishes both news reporting and opinion content. Opinion articles, editorials, and commentary pieces represent the views of their respective authors only and do not necessarily reflect the positions of RWT News LLC, its ownership, or its staff. Opinion content is clearly labeled as such. Readers are encouraged to distinguish between factual reporting and opinion commentary.
6. Affiliate Relationships and Sponsored Content
RWT News participates in affiliate marketing programs. This means we may earn a commission when you click on certain links on our website and make a purchase or take an action on a third-party site, at no additional cost to you. Affiliate relationships do not influence our editorial content or product recommendations. We only recommend products and services we believe may be of genuine value to our readers.
Affiliate links and sponsored content will be disclosed in accordance with FTC guidelines. The presence of an affiliate link does not constitute an endorsement of the linked website or its products beyond what is explicitly stated.
7. Email Communications and Newsletter
If you subscribe to our newsletter or email list, you consent to receive periodic email communications from RWT News. You may unsubscribe at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link included in every email. We comply with the CAN-SPAM Act and will not sell or share your email address with third parties for marketing purposes. Email communications are managed through a third-party email service provider.
8. Disclaimers
Our website and content are provided “as is” without warranties of any kind. We strive for accuracy but cannot guarantee that all information is error-free or current.
10. Limitation of Liability
RWT News LLC shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from your use of this website.
11. External Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the content or practices of these external sites.
12. Voluntary Contributions and Payments
Red, White and True News accepts voluntary financial contributions from readers who wish to support our work. All contributions are entirely voluntary and do not constitute a purchase of goods or services, a subscription, or a membership unless explicitly stated at the time of the transaction.
Contributions are processed by one or more third-party payment processors, which may include but are not limited to Google Payments and Stripe. By making a contribution, you agree to the applicable terms of service of the payment processor used for your transaction:
All contributions are considered final and non-refundable unless required by applicable law or at our sole discretion. RWT News LLC reserves the right to add, remove, or change payment processors at any time without prior notice. Contributing readers are encouraged to review the terms and privacy policies of the applicable payment processor before completing a transaction.
13. Agreement to YouTube Terms of Service
Our website utilizes YouTube API Services to provide video content. By accessing or using our video features, you are agreeing to be bound by the YouTube Terms of Service. We encourage you to review these terms carefully.
14. Changes to Terms
We reserve the right to modify these terms at any time. Changes will be posted on this page, and your continued use constitutes acceptance of the modified terms.
15. Contact Information
For questions about these Terms of Service, contact us by visiting our Contact Page.