Terms and Conditions

Effective Date: May 1, 2014 (Last Updated: January 1, 2026)

Welcome to WPB Magazine. By accessing or using www.wpbmagazine.com, you agree to these Terms and Conditions.

1. Use of Website

You agree to use this website for lawful purposes only. You may not:

  • Violate any applicable laws.
  • Attempt to hack or disrupt the website.
  • Upload malicious code.
  • Impersonate another person or entity.
  • Copy, scrape, or reproduce content without express permission.

2. Intellectual Property & Contributor Rights

All content on this website—including articles, stories, text, photography, videos, logos, branding, and digital editions (collectively, the “Content”)—is the sole and exclusive property of WPB Magazine or its licensors and is protected by United States and international copyright laws.

  • Strict Prohibition on Reproduction: WPB Magazine does not permit the unauthorized reproduction of its Content. You may not copy, reproduce, distribute, republish, mirror, scrape, download, or transmit any story, article, or photograph from this website in its entirety on any other platform, personal website, social media page, or digital medium without express prior written consent from WPB Magazine.
  • Independent Contributor and Writer Provisions: Unless governed by a separate, executed written agreement stating otherwise, any writer, photographer, or contributor who submits content to WPB Magazine, and accepts compensation for such work, hereby irrevocably assigns, transfers, and conveys all worldwide copyrights, intellectual property rights, and proprietary interests in the work to WPB Magazine.
    • No Retained Rights: Paid contributors retain no ownership or proprietary rights to the stories, text, or visual assets once compensated, and do not have the right to independently exploit, resell, or republish the work.
    • No Right of Removal: Paid contributors do not possess the right to demand the modification, archiving, or removal of published Content from the platform at any time.
  • Permitted Portfolio Excerpts and Linking: As a strict and limited exception to the reproduction ban, original authors and contributors are permitted to display short text excerpts of their specific authored pieces for professional portfolio or promotional purposes, subject to the following mandatory conditions:
    • Length: The excerpt must not exceed three (3) paragraphs or 200 words, whichever is shorter.
    • Visuals: No photographs, graphics, or multimedia elements owned by WPB Magazine may be reproduced or used alongside the excerpt without separate written authorization.
    • Attribution and Linking: The excerpt must immediately be followed by a prominent, active, and direct hyperlink back to the original article URL on www.wpbmagazine.com (e.g., “Read the full story at WPB Magazine”).
    • No Competitive Redistribution: Excerpts may not be used on websites that directly compete with WPB Magazine or monetize the text independently.

3. Digital Subscriptions

When purchasing a digital subscription:

  • You agree to provide accurate billing information.
  • Access is granted for personal use only.
  • Subscription fees are billed according to the selected plan.
  • Subscriptions may auto-renew unless canceled.
  • Cancellation Policy: Monthly subscriptions can be canceled at any time, taking effect at the end of the current billing cycle. Annual subscriptions are non-refundable but will not renew if canceled prior to the renewal date.

4. Advertising Services

Advertisers agree that:

  • All submitted materials must comply with applicable laws.
  • WPB Magazine reserves the right to reject any advertisement.
  • Advertisers are responsible for the accuracy of their claims.
  • Payment terms must be fulfilled prior to publication unless otherwise agreed.

5. User Accounts

If you create an account:

  • You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your credentials.
  • You are responsible for all activity under your account.
  • We may suspend or terminate accounts for misuse.

6. Third-Party Links

Our website may include links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their content, policies, or practices.

7. Disclaimer

Content is provided for informational and entertainment purposes only. We make no warranties regarding the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any information.

8. Limitation of Liability

WPB Magazine shall not be liable for:

  • Indirect or consequential damages.
  • Loss of profits.
  • Data loss.
  • Service interruptions.
  • Your use of the website is at your own risk.

9. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless WPB Magazine from any claims arising from:

  • Your use of the website.
  • Your violation of these Terms.
  • Your submitted content or advertisements.

10. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by the laws of the State of Florida, United States.

11. Changes to Terms

We may update these Terms at any time. Continued use of the website constitutes acceptance of changes.

12. Contact Information

WPB Magazine
Mailing Address: PO Box 4525, West Palm Beach, FL 33402
Editorial Room: 224 Datura St, 1413, West Palm Beach, FL 33401
Email: mails@wpbmagazine.com
Phone: (561) 366-2691