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TLDR ToS
TLDR ToS:
1. Acceptance of the Terms
By using TIMIO, you agree to follow our ToS and Privacy Policy. If you don’t agree, do not use TIMIO.
2. Changes to the Terms
We may update these Terms at any time. Changes take effect immediately upon posting. Continued use of TIMIO means you agree to the updated Terms, so check back regularly.
3. Intellectual Property
All code, content, and tools in TIMIO are owned by us or licensed to us. Do not copy, misuse, or redistribute them. News articles remain the property of their original publishers.
4. Your License to Use TIMIO
You are granted a personal, non-transferable license to use TIMIO for non-commercial purposes. Do not hack, copy, reverse-engineer, or misuse the app.
5. Prohibited Activities
You may not:
Break any laws while using TIMIO
Reverse-engineer, tamper with, or hack the app
Violate copyright or use the app to bypass paywalls in unauthorized ways
Harm others or interfere with their experience
6. Termination
We may suspend or terminate your access to TIMIO if you violate these rules—especially repeated violations of intellectual property rights.
7. Privacy and Data Collection
By using TIMIO, you agree to our data practices as described in our Privacy Policy. We do not share personal data beyond what is stated in the policy.
8. Disclaimer
TIMIO is provided “as is” with no guarantees. We are not responsible for any damages, viruses, or inaccuracies you may encounter while using the app.
9. AI Content Disclaimer
Our AI may make mistakes. AI-generated content should be seen as opinion—not fact. You should double check information on TIMIO. If you rely on or share information from the AI, and it proves to be harmful or untrue, you are responsible for it. Only news reports that appear in the central newsfeed are reviewed by our editor team. If you choose to generate your own reports, its up to you verify it. Additionally, our human review team is…human. We don't claim to be infallible and may make errors.
If you believe one of our reports has made a harmful or false statement, please contact us so we can remove it and improve our systems. Each news brief has a report function for this purpose.
10. Copyright and DMCA
If you believe content on TIMIO violates your copyright, send us a DMCA notice. We will review and take appropriate action, which may include removal of the content.
11. Indemnification
If you break these Terms and it results in legal issues for us, you agree to cover our legal costs and damages.
12. Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Delaware, USA.
13. PBC Mission
TIMIO's Public Benefit is as follows:
"To build trustworthy AI that allows people to easily get a fair, balanced, and accurate understanding of news."
If you believe we have violated or strayed from that mission, you have a right to contact us and file a complaint to our leadership.
14. Contact Us
Have questions? Email us at:
support@timio.news
15. TLDR ToS
This TLDR ToS is not the official, legally binding ToS. The 'real' ToS is below. This TLDR ToS exists solely as a tool for you to understand the official Terms of Service.
Official Terms of Service
Official Terms of Service
1. Acceptance of the Terms of Service
1.1 These Terms of Service are entered into by and between you and TIMIO News PBC (“Company,” “we,” “our,” or “us”). These Terms govern your access to and use of the TIMIO News Google Chrome Extension, Mobile Application (on Google Play and iOS), and website, including any content, features, and services offered on or through TIMIO News (the “Services”), whether as a guest or registered user.
1.2 Please read these Terms carefully before using TIMIO News. By using our Services or clicking to accept the Terms when presented, you agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, you may not access or use TIMIO News.
2. Changes to the Terms of Service
2.1 We may update these Terms at any time in our sole discretion. All changes are effective immediately upon posting.
2.2 Your continued use of TIMIO News after changes are posted means you accept the new Terms. Please check regularly for updates.
3. Intellectual Property Rights
3.1 Unauthorized use, reproduction, or copying of any part of TIMIO News—including its name, image, code, or AI features—is strictly prohibited.
3.2 All rights (excluding third-party content) are owned or licensed by us, including trademarks like “Pivot” and “Torch.”
3.3 Intellectual property of third-party content accessed through the app remains with the original holders.
3.4 TIMIO transforms publicly available content into new reports or analysis for purposes of commentary, criticism, and news reporting. All third-party content remains the property of its respective owners.
4. License to Use
We grant you a personal, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to use Timio News for personal, non-commercial use only.
5. Restrictions
5.1 No reverse engineering, decompiling, or disassembling.
5.2 Do not use TIMIO News for illegal or prohibited purposes.
5.3 Don’t damage or overload our systems.
5.4 Don’t violate copyright or IP using our Services.
5.5 Do not interfere with app security or any site accessed through TIMIO.
5.6 You use TIMIO at your own risk and are liable for any legal violations.
5.7 Do not use “Reader View” to access locked or paywalled third-party content unless you are signed in to that service.
5.8 You may not copy, sell, license, or redistribute TIMIO content or software.
5.9 You agree not to violate any applicable laws or interfere with the rights or enjoyment of other users.
6. Termination
6.1 We may terminate your access without notice if you violate these Terms.
6.2 Repeat copyright/IP infringers may be permanently banned.
7. Information About You
All data is handled in accordance with our Privacy Policy. By using TIMIO News, you consent to our practices.
8. Disclaimer
8.1 TIMIO News is provided “as is.” We do not guarantee completeness, accuracy, or availability.
8.2 We don’t guarantee that downloads will be virus-free. You are responsible for anti-virus protection and data safety.
8.3 We make no warranties that TIMIO News will be uninterrupted, error-free, or meet your expectations.
8.4 All warranties, express or implied (including fitness, merchantability, and non-infringement) are disclaimed to the extent allowed by law.
8.5 Some jurisdictions do not allow disclaimers, so parts of this may not apply to you.
9. Statements Made by AI
You may provide input to the Services (“Input”), and receive output from the Services based on the Input (“Output”). Input and Output are collectively “Content.” You are responsible for Content you share publicly, including its accuracy and ensuring that it does not violate any applicable law or these Term
While we implement safeguards to promote accuracy and balance, AI systems may occasionally produce errors. Given the probabilistic nature of machine learning, use of our Services may, in some situations, result in Output that does not accurately reflect real people, places, or facts. Our Services may provide incomplete, incorrect, or offensive Output that does not represent TIMIO's views. If Output references any third party products or services, it doesn’t mean the third party endorses or is affiliated with TIMIO. You should not rely on any Outputs without independently confirming their accuracy.
News reports that appear automatically in the central newsfeed are checked by humans before publication. News reports you choose to generate via your own input are not. Additionally, our human team is not infallible and may make mistakes. If you believe we have made a mistake, see section 9.5.
9.1 Our AI may generate inaccurate or “hallucinated” responses.
9.2 All AI outputs are intended as opinion or suggestion only.
9.3 AI-generated content is not guaranteed to be true or factual.
9.4 You agree not to hold us liable for AI inaccuracies.
9.5 To report issues related to AI content, use the report button located on the bottom every news brief, or contact us via our website.
10. Copyright and DMCA
10.1 If you believe your copyright is infringed, contact us. We will investigate and may remove or disable access to the infringing material.
10.2 Repeat infringers may be permanently removed from the platform.
11. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold us harmless against any claims arising from your breach of these Terms or violation of laws or third-party rights.
12. Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Texas, United States of America.
12. Public Benefit Corporation
As a Public Benefit Corporation, we have an obligation to uphold our stated Public Benefit.
TIMIO News Public Benefit Corporation's Public Benefit is the following:
"To build trustworthy AI that allows people to easily get a fair, balanced, and accurate understanding of news."
As a user of our platform, you have a right to file a complaint with our company's management if you believe we have acted in a way that violates that mission.
Complaints can be sent via our contact form, or directly to josh@timio.news.
14. Contact
Questions? Contact us at:
support@timio.news
Last updated: Sep 21st, 2026
Version: 1.4
Notes:
“AI” refers to any system using algorithms, machine learning, or NLP to generate or process content without human oversight.