/// LEGAL_FRAMEWORK
Terms of Use
Last updated: January 2025
CRITICAL DISCLAIMER
OSINT JOURNO provides tools and resources for educational and legitimate research purposes only. We are not responsible for any misuse, illegal activities, or consequences arising from the use of our tools. Users assume full responsibility for ensuring their activities comply with all applicable laws and regulations.
01. ACCEPTANCE OF TERMS
By accessing and using OSINT JOURNO's website, tools, resources, and services (collectively, the "Services"), you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Use. If you do not agree to these terms, you must not use our Services.
We reserve the right to modify these terms at any time. Continued use of the Services after any modifications constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.
02. PERMITTED USE
Our tools and resources are intended for:
- ✓Legitimate journalistic investigations and research
- ✓Educational purposes and learning OSINT methodologies
- ✓Security research with proper authorization
- ✓Due diligence and background verification (within legal bounds)
- ✓Public interest investigations
03. PROHIBITED USE
You expressly agree NOT to use our Services for:
- ✗Stalking, harassment, or intimidation of any individual
- ✗Unauthorized access to computer systems or networks
- ✗Identity theft, fraud, or any illegal financial activities
- ✗Violating any individual's privacy rights or data protection laws
- ✗Corporate espionage or unauthorized competitive intelligence
- ✗Any activity that violates local, national, or international laws
- ✗Doxxing or publishing private information without consent
- ✗Any malicious, harmful, or unethical purposes
04. DISCLAIMER OF LIABILITY
IMPORTANT NOTICE
OSINT JOURNO SHALL NOT BE HELD LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES ARISING FROM THE USE OR MISUSE OF OUR TOOLS AND SERVICES.
- →We provide tools "as is" without warranties of any kind, express or implied
- →We do not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any information obtained through our tools
- →Users are solely responsible for verifying information and ensuring legal compliance
- →We are not responsible for any actions taken based on information obtained using our Services
- →Any legal consequences arising from misuse are the sole responsibility of the user
05. USER RESPONSIBILITIES
By using our Services, you agree to:
- →Comply with all applicable laws and regulations in your jurisdiction
- →Use our tools ethically and responsibly
- →Respect individual privacy and data protection rights
- →Obtain necessary authorizations before conducting investigations
- →Accept full responsibility for your actions and their consequences
- →Indemnify OSINT JOURNO against any claims arising from your use of our Services
06. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY
Our open-source tools are released under their respective licenses (typically MIT or Apache 2.0). While you are free to use, modify, and distribute these tools according to their licenses:
- →The OSINT JOURNO name, logo, and branding remain our intellectual property
- →Website content (articles, methodologies, training materials) is protected by copyright
- →Modified versions of our tools must not imply official endorsement
07. TERMINATION
We reserve the right to terminate or restrict access to our Services at any time, without notice, for any user who violates these Terms of Use or engages in any activity we deem harmful or inappropriate.
08. GOVERNING LAW
These Terms of Use shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of India, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Any disputes arising from these terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts in Delhi, India.
09. CONTACT
For questions regarding these Terms of Use, please contact us:
EMAIL: team@osintjourno.com
USER ACKNOWLEDGMENT
By using OSINT JOURNO's Services, you acknowledge that you have read these Terms of Use, understand them, and agree to be bound by them. You further acknowledge that you are solely responsible for your use of our tools and any consequences that may arise from such use.