Legal Information

1. Terms of Use

About MirrorSource

MirrorSource provides computer-generated summaries and alternative source suggestions based on publicly available information. MirrorSource does not reproduce full articles or paywalled content. MirrorSource does not store or distribute copyrighted materials.

Your Responsibilities

You agree to use MirrorSource only for lawful purposes, and you will not attempt to bypass paywalls or technical protections, access restricted content, scrape websites, or use the service in ways that infringe the rights of others.

No Professional Advice

Content generated by MirrorSource is informational only. It is not legal, financial, or medical advice.

Intellectual Property

All original content on MirrorSource is owned by MirrorSource or its licensors. You may not copy, republish, or commercially exploit MirrorSource content without permission.

Third-Party Websites

MirrorSource may display links to external websites, including partner and affiliate links. MirrorSource does not control those sites, and is not responsible for their content, policies, or practices.

Service Availability

The service is provided on an 'as is' and 'as available' basis.

Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, MirrorSource is not liable for any indirect, incidental, consequential, or special damages that arise from the use of or inability to use the service.

Changes to These Terms

MirrorSource may update these Terms. Continued use means you accept the changes. If you do not agree, stop using the service.

2. Privacy Policy

Information We Collect

MirrorSource collects minimal data. This includes:

Technical Information: IP address, browser type, device information.

Usage Data: Pages visited, queries submitted, Intel Briefs generated.

Personal Information: Personal information is collected when you create an account, subscribe to updates, request an Intel Brief, or contact us directly. This typically includes your email address and any preferences you set.

How We Use Information

We use information to:

• Operate and improve the service
• Diagnose issues and prevent misuse
• Monitor performance
• Send you service notifications (e.g., login links, security alerts)
• Send product updates or newsletters (only if you have explicitly opted in)

MirrorSource does not sell or rent your information.

Cookies

MirrorSource uses cookies only as described in the Cookie Notice. You can control cookies in your browser settings.

Third-Party Providers

We may use hosting, analytics, or email delivery providers. They process technical data on our behalf.

Data Security

We take reasonable steps to protect data. No system is perfectly secure.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy. The latest version is always on this page.

3. Cookie Notice

MirrorSource uses essential cookies to operate the website and improve user experience. Continuing to use the site means you consent to these cookies.

4. DMCA Policy

MirrorSource respects the intellectual property rights of authors and publishers.

Reporting Copyright Infringement

To report alleged infringement, submit a DMCA notice via the contact email listed at the end of this document. Include:

• Your name and contact information.
• Identification of the copyrighted work.
• Identification of the material you believe is infringing and where it appears.
• A good faith statement that the use is not authorized.
• An accuracy statement and your signature or typed name.

Counter Notification

If you believe material was removed by mistake, submit a counter notice via the contact email listed at the end of this document. Include your contact details, a statement under penalty of perjury that the removal was a mistake or misidentification, consent to court jurisdiction, and your signature.

5. GDPR Addendum (EU and UK Users)

Your Rights

Subject to law, you may request access, correction, deletion, restriction, or a portable copy of your data via the contact email provided at the end of this document.

Legal Basis

Processing of limited technical data is based on legitimate interests in operating and securing the service.

For email communications, processing is based on your consent, which you may withdraw at any time by unsubscribing or contacting us.

Data Transfers

Your data may be processed outside the EU or UK. Use of the service implies consent to such transfers where lawful.

6. Accessibility Statement

If you encounter difficulty using any part of the site or require an accommodation, please contact us using the email provided below.

7. Do Not Sell or Share My Data

MirrorSource does not sell or share personal information. California residents may request confirmation via the contact email provided below.

8. Contact and Legal Requests

For privacy questions, DMCA notices, security concerns, or other legal matters, please refer to the official contact email below.

9. Security Disclosure

Report vulnerabilities via the contact email. Include a description and steps to reproduce. Please avoid public disclosure before we respond.

10. Anti-Scraping and Abuse

Personal use only. No bots, scripts, automated tools, or bulk requests. No reverse engineering or harvesting of data. We may block or suspend access for abusive behavior.

11. Legal Disclaimer

MirrorSource summaries are generated by automated systems and may contain errors. MirrorSource provides AI-generated summaries for information only. MirrorSource does not provide legal, financial, or professional advice. All trademarks and copyrights belong to their respective owners.

12. Affiliate Disclosure

MirrorSource may display recommendations for third-party products and services. Some links are affiliate links, meaning MirrorSource may earn a commission if you make a purchase. This does not affect the price you pay. We only recommend tools that align with our values of transparency, privacy, and user agency.

13. Email Communications

If you provide your email address to access additional features or receive updates, we will use it solely to:

• Service notifications: Account verification, login links, security alerts, and important service updates.
• Product updates and newsletters: Only if you explicitly opt in during signup.

Unsubscribe

You may unsubscribe from marketing emails at any time by clicking the "unsubscribe" link in the footer of any email, or by contacting us directly.

No Spam

We do not sell, rent, or trade email addresses with third parties for marketing purposes.

Service Providers

We use third-party providers (such as Resend or Supabase) to manage email storage and delivery. Your email address may be processed by these providers in accordance with their respective privacy policies.

14. Canadian Anti-Spam Law (CASL) Notice

If you are located in Canada, we comply with the Canadian Anti-Spam Legislation. We will only send commercial electronic messages with your express consent. You may withdraw consent at any time using the unsubscribe mechanism provided.