Last Updated: May 2026
Welcome to DOJO News Network (“DOJO”, “we”, “our”, or “us”). These Terms of Use govern your access to and use of this website, including all content, features, services and functionality made available through DOJO.
By accessing or using this website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood and agreed to be bound by these Terms of Use. If you do not agree with these Terms, you should discontinue use of the website immediately.
1. Purpose of the Website
DOJO is an independent digital media and publishing platform focused on combat sports, martial arts culture, athlete coverage, grappling, boxing, MMA, judo, taekwondo, karate, fitness, entertainment and related public interest topics.
Content published on DOJO is provided for informational, editorial, commentary and reporting purposes only.
2. Eligibility and Acceptable Use
By using this website, you represent that you are at least 13 years of age or otherwise permitted to access online services under applicable law.
You agree not to:
- use the website for unlawful purposes
- interfere with the operation or security of the website
- attempt unauthorized access to systems or accounts
- distribute malicious code, spam or automated scraping tools
- reproduce or exploit content for commercial purposes without permission
- impersonate another person or entity
- post defamatory, abusive, hateful or unlawful material
We reserve the right to restrict or terminate access to users who violate these Terms.
3. Intellectual Property Rights
Unless otherwise stated, all original content published by DOJO, including logos, branding, written articles, graphics, layout elements and editorial materials, are the property of DOJO or its respective licensors and are protected under applicable intellectual property laws.
You may:
- access and read content for personal, non-commercial use
- share links to articles through social media or other platforms with proper attribution
You may not:
- republish full articles without permission
- commercially reproduce or redistribute content
- create derivative commercial works using DOJO content
- remove attribution, branding or copyright notices
4. Fair Use and Third-Party Media
DOJO may use limited third-party materials including photographs, embedded videos, social media posts, excerpts, quotes or referenced media for purposes including:
- news reporting
- commentary
- criticism
- analysis
- education
- public interest journalism
Such usage is intended to comply with accepted fair use and fair dealing principles under applicable copyright standards.
DOJO does not claim ownership of third-party content unless explicitly stated and makes reasonable efforts to provide attribution where possible.
If you believe copyrighted material has been used improperly, please contact:
dojonewsmedia@outlook.com
Requests should include:
- the URL of the content
- proof of ownership or authorization
- a description of the concern
We review legitimate requests promptly and may remove or update material where appropriate.
5. User Submissions and Communications
If you submit comments, tips, media, messages or other content to DOJO, you grant DOJO a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, publish, distribute, edit and display such submissions in connection with website operations and editorial activities.
You represent that:
- you own or control the rights to submitted material
- your submissions do not violate applicable laws or third-party rights
- your submissions are not defamatory, misleading or unlawful
DOJO reserves the right, but not the obligation, to moderate, edit or remove user submissions at its discretion.
6. Third-Party Websites and External Links
This website may contain links to third-party websites, services or embedded content. DOJO does not control or endorse third-party platforms and is not responsible for:
- external website content
- availability of services
- privacy practices
- products or claims made by third parties
Accessing third-party websites is done at your own risk.
7. Disclaimer of Warranties
DOJO and all content provided through the website are made available on an “as is” and “as available” basis without warranties of any kind, express or implied.
We do not guarantee:
- uninterrupted availability
- accuracy or completeness of content
- absence of errors or omissions
- compatibility with all devices or browsers
Information published on DOJO should not be interpreted as legal, medical, financial or professional advice.
8. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, DOJO, its owners, affiliates, contributors and representatives shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, special or punitive damages arising from:
- use of the website
- reliance on published content
- service interruptions
- errors or inaccuracies
- third-party content or services
Your use of the website is at your sole risk.
9. Indemnification
You agree to defend, indemnify and hold harmless DOJO and its affiliates from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses and expenses arising from:
- your use of the website
- your violation of these Terms
- your infringement of third-party rights
- your submitted content or conduct
10. Privacy
Your use of DOJO is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which explains how information may be collected and used through the website.
11. Modifications to These Terms
DOJO reserves the right to update, revise or modify these Terms of Use at any time without prior notice.
Updated versions become effective immediately upon publication on this page. Continued use of the website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.
12. Governing Standards
These Terms shall be interpreted in accordance with generally accepted international digital publishing, copyright and online media standards.
DOJO reserves the right to comply with lawful requests, obligations and regulatory requirements applicable to its operations and digital publishing activities.
13. Contact Information
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