Terms & Conditions

Last Updated: December 2025

Welcome to OrbitGeo.org (“OrbitGeo”, “we”, “us”, “our”).
These Terms & Conditions govern your access to and use of our Website, services, newsletter, and content.

By using OrbitGeo.org, you agree to be bound by these Terms.
If you do not agree, please discontinue use of the Website.


1. Use of the Website

OrbitGeo provides educational content, scientific news, guides, and resources relating to astronomy and space science.
You agree not to use the Website:

• For unlawful or harmful purposes
• To upload malicious code, spam, or automated scripts
• To infringe upon intellectual property
• To misuse forms or communication channels
• To violate applicable laws or regulations

We reserve the right to restrict or suspend access to the Service if misuse is detected.


2. Intellectual Property

All content published on OrbitGeo.org—including text, graphics, logos, images, educational material, and branding—is the property of OrbitGeo or its content contributors unless otherwise stated.

You may not:

• Reproduce
• Republish
• Sell
• Distribute
• Modify
• Copy articles in full

…without written permission.

Short quotations with attribution are allowed.


3. User Submissions (“Submit an Article”)

When you submit content to OrbitGeo through forms or email:

• You affirm the work is original and does not violate copyright
• You grant OrbitGeo a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to edit, publish, and display the content
• You acknowledge OrbitGeo may decline, modify, or remove submissions
• You confirm references and sources are accurate

We are not obligated to publish any submitted material.


4. Newsletter & Communications

By subscribing to the OrbitGeo Space Briefings newsletter, you consent to receive emails containing:

• Space news
• Guides
• Announcements
• Editorial content

You may unsubscribe at any time using the link provided in every email.


5. External Links

OrbitGeo.org may contain links to third-party websites.
We are not responsible for their content, privacy practices, or accuracy. Use external links at your own discretion.


6. Disclaimer of Liability

OrbitGeo provides scientific and educational content based on publicly available research and reputable sources.
However, we do not guarantee:

• Complete accuracy
• Error-free content
• Availability of the Website
• Timeliness of updates
• Suitability for professional or academic decision-making

Use the information at your own risk.


7. Availability and Changes

OrbitGeo may modify, update, suspend, or remove:

• Content
• Features
• Website structure
• Policies

…at any time without notice.


8. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, OrbitGeo is not liable for:

• Direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages
• Loss of data, revenue, or opportunities
• Website downtime or technical issues
• User reliance on educational content

Your use of the Service constitutes acceptance of these limitations.


9. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the United States and any jurisdiction in which OrbitGeo operates.
Disputes must be handled through appropriate legal channels.


10. Contact Us

For questions about these Terms:

Email: hello@orbitgeo.org
Website: https://orbitgeo.org/contact