Terms of Service
Last updated: November 2024
1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing and using ViralPhrase ("the Service"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use the Service.
2. Description of Service
ViralPhrase is a reference website that documents the origins, meanings, and spread of viral internet phrases and slang. We provide:
- Definitions and explanations of viral phrases
- Timeline information about phrase origins
- Embedded videos from third-party platforms
- Community-contributed content
3. User Conduct
You agree not to:
- Use the Service for any unlawful purpose
- Submit false, misleading, or defamatory content
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the Service
- Interfere with or disrupt the Service
- Scrape or harvest data without permission
- Use automated systems to access the Service excessively
4. Content
Our Content
All original content on ViralPhrase (definitions, timelines, analysis) is owned by ViralPhrase and protected by copyright. You may quote our content with attribution.
Third-Party Content
Videos embedded on our site are hosted by third parties (YouTube, TikTok, etc.) and are subject to their respective terms of service. We do not host or claim ownership of these videos.
User Submissions
By submitting content (definitions, corrections, suggestions), you grant ViralPhrase a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, modify, and display that content.
5. Disclaimer of Warranties
The Service is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind. We do not guarantee:
- Accuracy of all information
- Uninterrupted access to the Service
- That the Service will meet your specific needs
Internet slang evolves rapidly. While we strive for accuracy, meanings and origins may be disputed or change over time.
6. Limitation of Liability
ViralPhrase shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising from your use of the Service. Our total liability shall not exceed $100 USD.
7. DMCA / Copyright
We respect intellectual property rights. If you believe content on our site infringes your copyright, please see our DMCA Policy for takedown procedures.
8. Modifications
We reserve the right to modify these terms at any time. Changes will be posted on this page. Continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the new terms.
9. Termination
We may terminate or suspend access to the Service immediately, without prior notice, for conduct that we believe violates these Terms or is harmful to other users or the Service.
10. Governing Law
These Terms shall be governed by the laws of the United States, without regard to conflict of law provisions.
11. Contact
For questions about these Terms:
Email: [email protected]
