Terms of Service

The Critic HK (thecritic.hk)

Last updated: 2025

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using the website thecritic.hk (“The Critic HK”, “we”, “us”, “our”), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service and all applicable laws and regulations of Hong Kong.

If you do not agree with these terms, you must not use this website.

2. Nature of the Website

The Critic HK is an independent news, analysis, and commentary platform focused on Hong Kong affairs. Content published on this site may include reporting, opinion, analysis, and user-submitted material.

Nothing on this website constitutes legal, financial, medical, or professional advice.

3. Editorial Independence

All editorial decisions are made independently by The Critic HK.

We do not guarantee neutrality of opinion, balance of viewpoints, or completeness of coverage. Views expressed in articles, opinion pieces, or comments belong solely to their authors and do not necessarily reflect the views of The Critic HK.

4. User Conduct

When using this website, you agree not to:

  • Violate any applicable Hong Kong law or regulation
  • Submit false, defamatory, abusive, threatening, or misleading content
  • Incite hatred, violence, or discrimination
  • Harass, intimidate, or impersonate others
  • Attempt to gain unauthorised access to the website or its systems
  • Interfere with the operation or security of the website

We reserve the right to remove content, restrict access, or terminate user accounts at our sole discretion.

5. User-Submitted Content

If you submit comments, articles, messages, or other material to The Critic HK:

  • You confirm that you have the legal right to submit such content
  • You grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free licence to use, publish, edit, or remove the content
  • You accept responsibility for the content you submit

We are not obliged to publish or retain any user-submitted content.

6. Intellectual Property

All content on this website, including text, images, logos, design, and layout, is the intellectual property of The Critic HK or its contributors, unless otherwise stated.

You may:

  • Read and share links to our content for personal, non-commercial use

You may not:

  • Republish, reproduce, or redistribute content without prior written permission
  • Use our content for commercial purposes without authorisation

Unauthorised use may result in legal action.

7. Third-Party Links

The Critic HK may contain links to third-party websites or services.

We do not control, endorse, or assume responsibility for the content, policies, or practices of third-party sites. Accessing external links is done at your own risk.

8. Memberships, Subscriptions, and Payments

If The Critic HK offers paid memberships, subscriptions, or donations:

  • Payments are voluntary and non-refundable unless stated otherwise
  • Access to premium content may be modified or withdrawn at any time
  • We reserve the right to change pricing or offerings with notice

Failure to comply with these Terms may result in termination of access without refund.

9. Job Listings and Classified Content

Any job listings or classified content published on the site are provided by third parties.

The Critic HK does not guarantee the accuracy, legitimacy, or availability of job listings and is not responsible for disputes between employers and applicants.

Users engage with job listings at their own discretion and risk.

10. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law:

  • The Critic HK is provided “as is” and “as available”
  • We make no warranties regarding accuracy, reliability, or availability of content
  • We are not liable for any loss, damage, or harm arising from use of this website

This includes direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages.

11. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless The Critic HK, its editors, contributors, and operators from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from:

  • Your use of the website
  • Your violation of these Terms
  • Content you submit or actions you take on the site

12. Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms of Service at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.

Continued use of the website after changes are published constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.

13. Governing Law

These Terms of Service are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region.

14. Contact Information

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