Welcome to Medienconnect. This page explains the terms that govern your use of our website and the content we publish. We want you to feel confident about your rights and responsibilities when you read, share or interact with our journalism.
What are the basic rules for accessing Medienconnect?
By accessing or using medienconnect.de, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use. If you do not agree with any part of these terms, please stop using the site immediately. We may update these terms from time to time, and we will notify you of material changes by posting a notice on our homepage or by email.
You are responsible for ensuring that your use of the site complies with all applicable laws. You must not use the site for any unlawful purpose, nor attempt to interfere with its operation, security or availability. We reserve the right to suspend or terminate access for users who violate these terms.
What about the content I find on the site?
All editorial content on Medienconnect – including articles, images, graphics, videos and data – is owned by Medienconnec Media Ltd. or its licensors and is protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws. You may read, share individual articles via social media or link back to us, but you may not reproduce, republish, distribute or create derivative works without our prior written permission.
If you believe your copyright has been infringed on our site, please review our Copyright & Takedown Policy and send a notice to legal@medienconnect.de. We respond promptly to valid takedown requests.
Can I rely on the information I read here?
The content on Medienconnect is published for general informational and journalistic purposes only. It does not constitute medical, financial, legal or professional advice. While we take great care to ensure accuracy through our fact‑checking and editorial processes, we cannot guarantee that every piece of information is complete, current or error‑free.
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Medienconnect and Medienconnec Media Ltd. disclaim all liability for any loss or damage arising from your use of the site or reliance on its content. We are not responsible for the accuracy, legality or security of any external websites linked from our articles. You should verify any critical information independently before acting on it.
How this works in practice
Suppose you read an article by Sandra Schmitt about changes to Swedish housing subsidies. That article is journalism, not personal financial advice. If you decide to apply for a subsidy based on that article, you should check the official government guidelines as well. If you spot a factual error, you can contact our fact‑checking team at factcheck@medienconnect.de and we will investigate promptly, following our Corrections Policy. If you share the article on social media, please include a link back to the original page on medienconnect.de.
Who runs Medienconnect and where do these terms apply?
Medienconnect is operated by Medienconnec Media Ltd., a private company registered in Gibraltar (company number C 92009, Malta Business Registry). Our registered office is at Office 9, Business Centre, Valletta, 0000. The site is owned and funded by that company; for details of our ownership and funding sources, see our Ownership & Funding page.
These Terms of Use are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Gibraltar. Any disputes arising out of or in connection with these terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Gibraltar. If you have a legal concern, please direct it to legal@medienconnect.de. Our editorial independence is overseen by Chefredaktör Alexander Seidel; you can learn more about our team on the Our Team page.
How do I contact you about these terms or other policies?
For questions about these Terms of Use, or to request permission to reuse content, email legal@medienconnect.de. For general inquiries, use info@medienconnect.de. We also encourage you to read our Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy to understand how we handle your personal data. All relevant policies are linked from the footer of every page on medienconnect.de.
In short
These Terms of Use create a fair framework for you to access and share our journalism while protecting the work of our editorial team. We are committed to transparency and accountability, and we welcome your questions or concerns at any time.