Terms of Service
Last updated: May 26, 2026
1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing and using China Insider ("the Website"), you accept and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use our Website.
2. Description of Service
China Insider is an independent online publication that provides articles, guides, and commentary about daily life, culture, technology, and infrastructure in modern China. Our content is written by people who live in China and is intended for a global audience seeking genuine, on-the-ground perspectives.
3. Content Ownership
All content published on this Website — including articles, images, graphics, and design — is the property of China Insider or its content creators and is protected by international copyright laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or republish our content without prior written permission.
Sharing links to our articles on social media is encouraged and does not require permission.
4. User Conduct
When using our Website, you agree not to:
- Copy, scrape, or redistribute our content through automated means
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems or infrastructure
- Use the Website for any unlawful purpose
- Submit false or misleading information through our contact forms
- Interfere with the proper functioning of the Website
5. Accuracy and Disclaimer
We strive for accuracy in everything we publish. However, China is a rapidly changing country, and information — prices, policies, schedules, regulations — can change without notice. Our articles reflect conditions at the time of writing and may not remain current indefinitely.
Our content is provided for informational purposes only and should not be considered professional advice of any kind, including but not limited to legal, financial, medical, or travel advice. Always verify critical information with official sources before making decisions.
6. Third-Party Links
Our Website may contain links to external websites that are not operated by us. We have no control over the content, privacy policies, or practices of these sites and assume no responsibility for them. Visiting any external link is done at your own risk.
7. Advertising
China Insider displays advertisements through Google AdSense and other advertising partners. These ads help us cover operational costs and keep our content free for readers. We do not endorse the products or services advertised on our Website unless explicitly stated.
Third-party advertisers may use cookies and similar technologies to serve ads based on your browsing history. You can manage your ad preferences through Google Ads Settings.
8. Guest Contributions
We welcome guest contributions from people who live in China. By submitting content to us, you represent that the content is your original work and grant China Insider a non-exclusive license to publish, edit, and distribute the content on our Website. You retain ownership of your content.
9. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, China Insider and its contributors shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of the Website, including but not limited to loss of data, revenue, or profits.
10. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless China Insider, its contributors, and affiliates from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from your use of the Website or violation of these Terms.
11. Changes to These Terms
We may update these Terms of Service from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date. Your continued use of the Website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised terms.
12. Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of the People's Republic of China. Any disputes arising from these Terms shall be resolved through good-faith negotiation or, if necessary, through the courts of Fujian Province, China.
13. Contact
If you have questions about these Terms, please contact us.