Last Updated: October 2025
Effective Date: October 2025
Welcome to Snap Zen — an independent Canadian digital publication focused on technology, business, and finance. These Terms of Service (“Terms”) govern your use of the website snapzen.net and all related services provided by Snap Zen Media (“we,” “our,” or “us”).
By accessing or using our website, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, please refrain from using our website.
1. General Information
Website Owner: Snap Zen Media
📍 Address: 50 James St, Ottawa, ON K2P 0T6, Canada
📞 Phone: +1 604-992-4485
📧 Email: [email protected]
Snap Zen operates as an online publication providing articles, insights, and resources related to technology, innovation, business, and finance. These Terms apply to all users, including visitors, contributors, and subscribers.
2. Acceptance of Terms
By using Snap Zen, you confirm that:
- You are at least 18 years of age or have legal parental/guardian consent.
- You agree to comply with all applicable Canadian laws and regulations.
- You understand and accept these Terms in their entirety.
If you access Snap Zen from outside Canada, you are responsible for ensuring compliance with your local laws.
3. Use of the Website
You agree to use this website solely for lawful purposes and in a manner that does not infringe upon the rights of others. You must not:
- Engage in any activity that may damage, disable, or impair the website.
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any portion of the site, server, or data.
- Use the website to transmit spam, malware, or harmful code.
- Copy, reproduce, or redistribute content without permission.
Snap Zen reserves the right to restrict or terminate access to users who violate these Terms.
4. Intellectual Property Rights
All content published on Snap Zen, including text, graphics, logos, videos, articles, and code, is protected by Canadian copyright and intellectual property laws.
Unless otherwise stated:
- All rights to the website and its content belong to Snap Zen Media or its content providers.
- You may share links to our articles for non-commercial purposes, provided proper credit and a link to snapzen.net are included.
- Any unauthorized use of content may result in legal action under the Copyright Act (R.S.C., 1985, c. C-42).
5. User Contributions and Comments
Visitors may have the option to comment on articles or submit content. By submitting any content to Snap Zen, you grant us a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free license to use, publish, and display that content.
You agree that:
- Your contributions will not violate any third-party rights (e.g., privacy, copyright, or trademarks).
- Your content will not contain defamatory, hateful, discriminatory, or unlawful material.
- Snap Zen reserves the right to moderate, edit, or remove content at any time without prior notice.
We do not assume liability for user-generated content.
6. Disclaimer of Warranties
All information on Snap Zen is provided for informational and educational purposes only.
We make no warranties or representations regarding:
- The accuracy, completeness, or reliability of published content;
- The availability or uninterrupted functionality of the website;
- Any results derived from using our content.
You use the Snap Zen website at your own risk. Content may include opinions, interpretations, or forecasts that are subject to change without notice.
7. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Snap Zen shall not be liable for:
- Any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from the use or inability to use our website;
- Errors, inaccuracies, or omissions in published materials;
- Third-party links or services mentioned on the site.
Our total liability, if any, shall not exceed CAD 100, regardless of the cause of action.
8. Third-Party Links and Services
Snap Zen may include links to third-party websites, tools, or services for reference purposes.
We do not control or endorse these external platforms and are not responsible for their content, policies, or practices.
We encourage you to review the Privacy Policy and Terms of Service of any third-party websites you visit.
9. Data Protection and Privacy
Your use of our website is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which outlines how we collect, use, and protect your personal data in compliance with PIPEDA (Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act).
By using our website, you consent to the processing of your personal information as described in our Privacy Policy.
10. Advertising, Sponsorships, and Affiliates
From time to time, Snap Zen may feature sponsored content, affiliate links, or promotional materials.
- All paid content will be clearly disclosed.
- Affiliate links may generate a small commission at no additional cost to you.
- Sponsored material does not influence our editorial independence or opinions.
We adhere to the Canadian Code of Advertising Standards to ensure transparency and fairness.
11. Termination of Access
We reserve the right to suspend or terminate access to Snap Zen at any time, without prior notice, if we believe you have violated these Terms or engaged in behavior harmful to our users, systems, or reputation.
Termination does not waive any rights or obligations accrued prior to the date of termination.
12. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Snap Zen Media, its employees, and contributors from any claims, damages, liabilities, or expenses (including legal fees) arising from:
- Your misuse of the website or its content;
- Violation of these Terms;
- Infringement of third-party rights.
13. Changes to These Terms
Snap Zen reserves the right to modify or update these Terms at any time. The latest version will always include the “Last Updated” date at the top of this page.
By continuing to use our website after any changes, you agree to be bound by the revised Terms.
14. Governing Law and Jurisdiction
These Terms shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of the Province of Ontario and the federal laws of Canada.
Any disputes arising under these Terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
15. Contact Information
If you have any questions, concerns, or feedback about these Terms of Service, please contact us at:
📞 Phone: +1 604-992-4485
📧 Email: [email protected]
🏢 Address: 50 James St, Ottawa, ON K2P 0T6, Canada
We are committed to addressing all inquiries promptly and transparently in accordance with Canadian law.
