Terms & conditions
These Terms and Conditions govern access to and use of The Truth Files website, its published content, any subscriber or premium content, and any related site features made available through the platform. By using the site, a visitor accepts these terms in full.
If a user does not agree with these terms, the site should not be used. These terms set out the rules for access, conduct, intellectual property, liability, privacy, updates, and governing law.
Use of the site means acceptance of these terms
These terms apply to visitors, readers, account holders, and anyone else accessing or interacting with The Truth Files through the website. By continuing to use the platform you accept the current version of these terms.
Acceptance rule
If a user does not agree with any part of these terms, the site and its services should not be used.
The Truth Files is an independent online publication
The Truth Files operates as an independent investigative media platform publishing reports, analysis, archive material, and related editorial content through a web-based format.
How the platform operates
The platform operates online. Most content is free to read. Some content, including subscriber briefings and downloadable PDF documents, is available to registered or paying subscribers on the additional terms in section 06.
Users must meet minimum age and accuracy requirements
By using the site, a user confirms that they are at least 18 years old or are accessing the site under the active supervision of a parent or legal guardian. Any information you provide to the site must be accurate, current, and complete.
Accounts must be used honestly and the platform must not be abused
Where account registration is available, users are responsible for maintaining accurate registration details and for protecting their login credentials. Misuse of the platform may lead to suspension or permanent termination of access.
Account responsibility
Users are responsible for keeping their credentials confidential and for activity carried out through their account.
Suspension and termination
We may suspend or terminate access where there are reasonable grounds to believe misuse, fraud, harassment, or abuse has occurred.
Prohibited conduct includes attempting to bypass site security, distributing harmful or unlawful content through the platform, impersonating other people, or using automated tools to scrape or harvest content without written permission.
Published material is protected content
Content published on The Truth Files, including articles, reports, commentary, graphics, audio, visual material, site design and downloadable documents, is protected by copyright and other intellectual property rights. Unless stated otherwise, it is owned by Paul White (publisher of The Truth Files), or licensed to us by its contributors.
To request permission to reuse content, email info@thetruthfiles.com with what you want to use, where, and why.
Subscriber material is licensed, not sold
Subscriber briefings, theses and downloadable PDF documents are provided under a personal licence. Access is for the named subscriber only. Each PDF also carries its own licence page, which applies alongside these terms.
The site limits liability to the extent allowed by law
The Truth Files is not liable for indirect, incidental, or consequential loss or damage arising from use of the site, reliance on its content, or inability to access the platform. Content and services are provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis.
No guarantees
The site does not guarantee uninterrupted access, complete accuracy of all published material, or the performance of third-party services referenced through the platform.
Legal carve-out
Nothing in these terms excludes liability for death or personal injury caused by negligence, fraud or fraudulent misrepresentation, or any liability that cannot lawfully be excluded under the laws of England and Wales.
Third-party links are used at the visitor’s own risk
The site may contain links to third-party websites, tools, or services that are not owned or controlled by The Truth Files. Those links are provided for reference or convenience only.
Third-party sites
The Truth Files accepts no responsibility for the content, accuracy, availability, or privacy practices of third-party sites. Accessing those services is at the user’s own risk and remains subject to the third party’s own terms and policies.
Data use is governed by the site’s privacy framework
Personal data is handled in accordance with the site’s Privacy Policy. We collect only the data necessary to operate the platform and maintain any registered accounts, and we do not sell personal data to third parties.
These terms may change over time
The Truth Files may revise these Terms and Conditions to reflect changes in law, platform features, services, or operational requirements. Continued use of the site after revision constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.
These terms are governed by the law of england and wales
These Terms and Conditions are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of England and Wales. Disputes arising from or connected with these terms fall under the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.
Courts
Any legal dispute connected to site use under these terms will be handled through the courts of England and Wales.
How to raise a question or report a concern
Questions about these Terms and Conditions, or concerns relating to site use, can be directed to the publication through the contact route below. Copyright and permissions requests can be sent to the same address. Content responsibility and reader guidance are covered separately in the Disclaimer.
We aim to respond within 2 working days.