Effective Date: April 15, 2025

1. Acceptance of Terms

These Terms of Use (“Terms”) constitute a legally binding agreement between you (“User,” “you,” or “your”) and Westense Media LLC (“Company,” “we,” “our,” or “us”), a California limited liability company and sole operator of the WestEdge Intelligence platform (“Platform”). The Platform includes, without limitation, our mobile application, websites, software, application programming interfaces (APIs), hosted or downloadable content, notifications, user dashboards, intelligence reports, curated briefings, and any related service, whether provided directly by us or via integration with third-party systems (collectively, the “Services”).

By accessing, registering for, purchasing, or using the Platform in any form—including but not limited to browsing the website, subscribing to a tier, receiving notifications, downloading reports, or accessing archived content—you agree to be bound by these Terms, including our Privacy Policy, Disclaimer, and any additional user policies or notices incorporated herein by reference (collectively, the “Policies”). If you do not accept these Terms or the Policies, you are not authorized to use the Platform and must immediately cease all use. Use of the Platform constitutes a continuing affirmation of your agreement to the current Terms, including any modifications made in accordance with Section 5.

2. Legal Capacity and Authority

To use the Platform and Services, you must be at least eighteen (18) years of age or the age of legal majority in your jurisdiction, whichever is greater, and have the full power, right, and authority to enter into and be bound by these Terms. If you are using the Platform on behalf of a business, institution, agency, or other legal entity, you represent and warrant that you are duly authorized to bind that entity to these Terms, and that all content accessed or transmitted on behalf of such entity will comply with applicable law and contractual agreements. You further agree to provide only accurate, current, and complete information when creating your user account, and to promptly update such information should any change occur. Misrepresentation of age, authority, or identity, whether intentional or accidental, may result in the immediate suspension or termination of your access to the Platform, and may subject you to civil or criminal liability depending on jurisdiction.

3. Jurisdiction, Venue, and Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by, interpreted, and enforced in accordance with the laws of the State of California, United States, without regard to conflict of law provisions that would result in the application of laws of another jurisdiction. You agree to submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the state and federal courts located in Shasta County, California for any legal proceedings related to these Terms, your use of the Platform, or any dispute that may arise between you and Westense Media LLC. You further agree that any such legal action must be initiated within one (1) year from the date the cause of action accrues, or it will be deemed permanently waived. This clause applies to all users, regardless of location or residency, and it is your responsibility to determine whether local laws permit your use of the Platform. Should any provision of these Terms be deemed unenforceable under California law, it shall be modified or severed only to the extent necessary to comply with applicable law, and the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

4. International Use and Export Compliance

The WestEdge Intelligence Platform is operated and controlled from within the United States and is intended primarily for users based in jurisdictions where the Services offered are lawful and compliant with local regulations. We make no representation that the Platform or its content is appropriate, lawful, or available for use in locations outside the United States. If you access or use the Platform from outside the United States, you do so voluntarily and at your own risk. It is solely your responsibility to ensure that your use complies with all applicable local laws and regulations, including those related to export and import control, data residency, financial reporting, and digital content distribution. You agree not to access or use the Platform from any territory subject to U.S. sanctions, embargoes, or similar trade restrictions. Any attempt to access or use the Platform in violation of this section may result in account termination, restriction of access, or reporting to the appropriate authorities as required by law.

5. Modification of Terms

Westense Media LLC reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to modify, amend, update, or replace any part of these Terms at any time and without prior notice. Such modifications shall become effective upon being posted to the Platform’s website or distributed through the app or email associated with your account. Material changes may also be announced via in-app notifications or by direct communication to registered users. It is your responsibility to regularly review these Terms to stay informed of any updates. Continued access to or use of the Platform after the effective date of any changes constitutes your binding acceptance of the revised Terms. If at any point you do not agree to the updated Terms, you must cease use of the Platform immediately. We are not liable for your failure to read or acknowledge updated Terms, and no oral communication or customer support guidance shall override the current posted version of this agreement.

6. Electronic Communications and Consent

By accessing or using the WestEdge Intelligence Platform, you consent to receive all communications, notices, agreements, legally required disclosures, and other messages electronically from Westense Media LLC. These communications may include, but are not limited to, notifications about your account, changes to the Services, legal notices, promotional messages, and updates related to our Platform. Communications may be delivered through various means, including but not limited to email, push notification, web banner, user dashboard, or other in-app messages. You agree that all such communications satisfy any legal requirement that such communications be in writing. It is your responsibility to maintain a valid and accessible email address and to monitor your app notifications. You may withdraw your consent to electronic communication by contacting us in writing; however, if you do so, we reserve the right to terminate or restrict your access to the Platform, as electronic delivery is integral to the operation and functionality of our Services. We are not responsible for any delay or failure in your receipt of electronic communications due to filtering, misdirection, or outdated contact information provided by you.

7. Third-Party Services and Integrations

The WestEdge Intelligence Platform may incorporate, reference, or rely upon third-party applications, services, platforms, and providers (“Third-Party Services”) to deliver functionality, process payments, provide data, or enhance user experience. These Third-Party Services may include, but are not limited to, payment processors (e.g., Apple, Google, RevenueCat), backend systems (e.g., Firebase, Glide), and external content sources. Your interaction with any Third-Party Service is governed by their respective terms of service and privacy policies, not by these Terms. Westense Media LLC does not own, control, or operate any such third-party provider and expressly disclaims any responsibility or liability for the performance, accuracy, availability, legality, or security of these services. We are not responsible for any data loss, billing issues, unauthorized access, or third-party conduct related to your use of their platforms in connection with our Services. It is your responsibility to read and understand the terms and privacy practices of any Third-Party Services you interact with while using our Platform. By continuing to use the Platform, you acknowledge and accept these conditions.

8. Dispute Resolution and Binding Arbitration

To the fullest extent permitted by law, any dispute, controversy, or claim arising out of or relating to these Terms, the Platform, the Services, or any content therein shall be resolved exclusively through binding arbitration administered by the American Arbitration Association (“AAA”) in accordance with its Commercial Arbitration Rules. Arbitration shall take place in Shasta County, California. The arbitrator shall have the authority to award all remedies available under applicable law, including injunctive or declaratory relief, but may not issue class-wide relief. Each party shall bear its own costs, including legal fees, unless the arbitrator awards otherwise. By agreeing to these Terms, you waive your right to bring or participate in any class action, consolidated, or representative action. You also waive your right to a trial by jury. This agreement to arbitrate shall survive the termination of your relationship with Westense Media LLC and remains binding in perpetuity unless expressly superseded in writing by a future agreement. If arbitration is not enforceable, the parties consent to the jurisdiction of the courts of Shasta County, California.

9. Waiver, Severability, and Survival

No waiver by Westense Media LLC of any breach or default under these Terms shall be deemed a waiver of any preceding or subsequent breach. Any failure by us to enforce any provision of these Terms shall not be construed as a continuing waiver of our rights. If any provision of these Terms is determined to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable under applicable law, such provision shall be modified or eliminated to the extent necessary to comply with the law, and the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect. The invalidity of any individual clause shall not affect the validity of the entire agreement. In the event of termination of your account or subscription, or your discontinuation of the Services, any clauses that, by their nature, are intended to survive—such as provisions regarding ownership, indemnification, limitations of liability, dispute resolution, and governing law—shall remain enforceable. These Terms constitute an ongoing agreement and apply for as long as you interact with any element of the WestEdge Intelligence Platform.

10. Entire Agreement and Assignment

These Terms, along with our Privacy Policy, Disclaimer, Subscription Descriptions, and any other policy explicitly referenced herein, constitute the complete and exclusive agreement between you and Westense Media LLC with respect to the Platform and its Services. They supersede any prior or contemporaneous understandings, whether oral or written, regarding the subject matter. You may not assign, delegate, or transfer your rights or obligations under these Terms without the prior written consent of Westense Media LLC, and any attempted assignment in violation of this clause shall be null and void. We may freely assign or transfer these Terms without restriction in connection with a merger, acquisition, restructuring, or sale of assets, or by operation of law. In the event of any inconsistency between these Terms and any marketing or informational materials, these Terms shall govern. Your continued use of the Platform acknowledges that you have read, understood, and agreed to all provisions of this agreement in its entirety.

11. No Partnership, Agency, or Employment Relationship

Nothing in these Terms shall be interpreted as creating or implying a partnership, joint venture, agency relationship, fiduciary duty, or employer-employee relationship between you and Westense Media LLC. You do not have the authority to bind the Company or incur obligations on its behalf. Similarly, we do not act as your agent or representative, nor do we assume liability for your actions under any theory of agency law. These Terms are intended solely to define the rights and obligations of the parties as independent legal entities. If you are using the Platform on behalf of an organization or another individual, you do so solely in the capacity as a user, and these Terms govern your individual actions and responsibilities. The use of terms such as “partner,” “affiliation,” or “representation” on the Platform shall be understood in a commercial or marketing context only, and does not imply a legal or fiduciary relationship of any kind.

12. Service Description

WestEdge Intelligence is a proprietary subscription-based content platform developed and operated by Westense Media LLC. It offers curated, open-source intelligence tailored to small and mid-sized business owners, mission-driven professionals, and globally aware individuals seeking accessible insight into geopolitical, economic, regulatory, environmental, and sector-specific developments. The Platform provides data interpretation, not raw data or unfiltered feeds. Our core value lies in clarity, contextual framing, and relevance — not speculation or predictive modeling. We do not offer financial, legal, military, or policy advice; instead, we offer signal-based awareness to help users better understand an evolving global landscape. Content is accessed through a responsive mobile app and web interface and includes daily summaries, sector-based weekly reports, thematic briefings, and a searchable archive. The Platform is designed to reduce informational overload for users who are not experts in global affairs but still require practical awareness. WestEdge Intelligence empowers decision-makers to stay informed without investing time in combing through technical or fragmented content sources.

13. User Conduct and Account Responsibilities

By registering for and using the WestEdge Intelligence Platform, you agree to maintain a personal account secured with a valid email address and a strong, confidential password. You are solely responsible for all activity conducted through your account. You agree to use the Platform in a lawful manner and refrain from engaging in any conduct that could harm Westense Media LLC, its users, its infrastructure, or its reputation. You may not impersonate others, create accounts under false pretenses, share login credentials with unauthorized users, or access content beyond the scope of your paid subscription tier. You must not engage in reverse engineering, attempt to bypass security measures, or use bots or automated scripts to extract or reproduce content. Any attempt to harvest data, interfere with service delivery, or engage in disruptive behavior is a violation of these Terms and may result in termination of access, legal action, or both. You agree to notify us immediately of any unauthorized account activity.

14. Limitations of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, you acknowledge and agree that Westense Media LLC and its officers, employees, affiliates, contractors, licensors, and agents (collectively, “Released Parties”) shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, consequential, special, punitive, or exemplary damages arising out of or in connection with your use of or inability to use the Platform. This includes, without limitation, damages related to lost profits, lost data, business interruptions, reputational harm, inaccurate content, technical failures, third-party actions, or regulatory non-compliance based on Platform content. The total liability of the Released Parties, whether in contract, tort, or otherwise, shall not exceed the greater of the total amount paid by you in subscription fees during the six (6) months preceding the claim or one U.S. dollar ($1.00) if no fees have been paid. You understand that all Platform content is informational in nature and agree that reliance upon it is solely at your own risk. This limitation survives even if any remedy fails its essential purpose.

15. Indemnification

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless Westense Media LLC, its officers, directors, employees, affiliates, licensors, contractors, agents, successors, and assigns (“Indemnified Parties”) from and against any and all claims, demands, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, and expenses, including reasonable attorneys’ fees, arising out of or related to: (i) your access to or use of the Platform; (ii) your breach or alleged breach of these Terms; (iii) your violation of any applicable law or regulation; (iv) your infringement of any intellectual property or proprietary right of any third party; or (v) any content you submit, upload, or distribute via the Platform. You also agree to cooperate fully with us in the defense of any such claim, including providing timely documentation and responding to legal inquiries. Westense Media LLC reserves the right, at its sole discretion and expense, to assume exclusive defense and control of any matter subject to indemnification. This obligation survives termination of your account or subscription.

16. Subscription Plans and Payment Terms

SUBSCRIPTION: Core Tier – full access

Subscription durations are auto-renewing and offered on a monthly basis at the time of purchase. The monthly subscription price is $4.99 per month for the CORE Tier, which is currently the only subscription tier available. Price may change over time. Current pricing is displayed within the app prior to purchase and managed by the Apple App Store.

Access to the WestEdge Intelligence Platform is available through subscription tiers designed to meet varying informational needs. Subscription levels will include the Core Tier, Nexus Tier, and Apex Tier, each of which grants progressively broader access to content features, archival history, and in-depth analysis. Payment for subscriptions is processed securely through third-party platforms such as Apple, Google Play, or RevenueCat, depending on the user's device and operating system. By purchasing a subscription, you authorize recurring charges at the stated interval—monthly, quarterly, or annually—unless canceled in accordance with the billing terms of the respective payment processor. Prices are displayed in U.S. dollars unless otherwise specified. Westense Media LLC reserves the right to adjust pricing or tier structure at any time, with reasonable notice provided to active users. It is your responsibility to manage, cancel, or upgrade your subscription through the appropriate app store or interface. No refunds are issued for unused time, partial billing periods, or subscription downgrades unless otherwise required by law.

17. Data Retention and Privacy Reference

Westense Media LLC collects and retains only the minimum user data necessary to deliver the Services, manage your subscription, and ensure the secure operation of the Platform. Personal information, such as email addresses, login credentials, and notification preferences, is securely stored in accordance with industry standards and is never sold or transferred to third parties for commercial use. Payment details are not stored by Westense Media LLC directly but are handled by third-party processors under their own security protocols and privacy policies. We do not track user location, demographic data, device identifiers, or personal identifiers beyond those explicitly provided at registration. Our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated by reference into these Terms, outlines the full scope of our data handling practices, including your rights to access, modify, or delete your data. You may request deletion of your account or stored data by contacting our designated privacy email address. Data deletion requests may affect the availability of services or result in account termination.

18. Termination and Suspension

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access to the WestEdge Intelligence Platform at our sole discretion, with or without notice, for conduct that violates these Terms or that we deem harmful, illegal, abusive, deceptive, or disruptive to the Platform or its user community. Termination may also result from delinquent payments, fraudulent activity, excessive account sharing, or attempts to circumvent content restrictions. If your account is terminated, you forfeit access to all purchased or accumulated content, and we are under no obligation to provide refunds or prorated reimbursements. Additionally, Westense Media LLC may disable or delete your account and related data if your subscription lapses for an extended period or upon your written request for deletion. Any misuse of the Platform or violations of intellectual property rights, data integrity standards, or cybersecurity protocols may result in permanent banning and potential legal action. We retain the right to cooperate with law enforcement or regulatory authorities in any investigation that arises.

19. Force Majeure and Service Availability

Westense Media LLC shall not be held liable for any failure to perform, delay, or interruption in the delivery of Services resulting from circumstances beyond our reasonable control. These may include, but are not limited to, acts of God, natural disasters, pandemics, utility failures, cyberattacks, infrastructure outages, war, terrorism, government restrictions, labor disputes, server failures, or third-party system disruptions. In the event of a force majeure incident, we will make commercially reasonable efforts to restore service continuity as soon as practicable, but we do not guarantee uninterrupted access or preservation of your data during such events. The Platform may also be temporarily unavailable due to scheduled maintenance, software updates, or unanticipated technical issues. While we strive to provide reliable uptime, we offer no guarantee of availability and disclaim liability for losses related to downtime or access issues. Users are encouraged to maintain their own local records or archives of critical insights where needed for continuity.

20. Final Provisions and Contact Information

These Terms constitute the complete and final understanding between you and Westense Media LLC concerning your use of the WestEdge Intelligence Platform and supersede any prior or contemporaneous oral, written, or digital communications, offers, representations, or agreements. No waiver of any provision herein shall be deemed a further or continuing waiver unless expressly stated in writing. Any notices or correspondence related to these Terms, legal inquiries, data privacy requests, or complaints should be directed to the official contact email: ingo@westedgeintelligence.com. Westense Media LLC is registered in the State of California and may operate under the brand name WestEdge Intelligence, pending a formal DBA filing. These Terms shall be interpreted and enforced in accordance with California law, and venue for any proceedings shall be limited to Shasta County. If you do not understand any part of these Terms, you are encouraged to seek legal counsel before continuing to use the Platform.