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Terms and Conditions

Last Updated: August 19, 2025

Welcome to Shadow Paper (the "Website"). Shadow Paper is a platform created by two authors to explore personal interests and share fresh opinions through original articles, videos, and pictures, some of which are generated using artificial intelligence (AI). By accessing or using our Website, including its membership features and forum, you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions ("Terms"). If you do not agree with these Terms, please do not use the Website.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using the Website, you confirm that you are at least 18 years old (or the age of majority in your jurisdiction) and agree to comply with these Terms. We reserve the right to update or modify these Terms at any time without prior notice. The updated Terms will be effective upon posting, and your continued use of the Website constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

2. Use of the Website

2.1 Permitted Use

You may use the Website for personal, non-commercial purposes, including reading articles, watching videos, viewing pictures, and engaging with opinion pieces. You agree to use the Website in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations, including those in your local jurisdiction.

2.2 Prohibited Conduct

You agree not to:

  • Copy, reproduce, distribute, modify, or create derivative works from any Content without our express written permission.

  • Use the Website for any unlawful, harmful, or fraudulent purpose.

  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the Website, its systems, or any user accounts.

  • Post or transmit any content that is defamatory, obscene, offensive, or infringes on the rights of others.

  • Use automated tools (e.g., bots, scrapers) to access or collect data from the Website without permission.

  • Interfere with or disrupt the Website’s functionality or servers.

3. Intellectual Property

3.1 Ownership

All Content on the Website, including articles, videos, pictures, and opinion pieces, is owned by Shadow Paper or its licensors and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. You acknowledge that the Content is our original work or licensed to us and may not be used without permission.

3.2 Limited License

We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, and revocable license to access and view the Content for personal, non-commercial use, subject to these Terms. You may not reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works from the Content without our prior written consent.

3.3 User Contributions

If you submit comments, feedback, or other content to the Website (e.g., through comment sections or contact forms), you grant us a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free, perpetual license to use, reproduce, modify, and display such content in connection with the Website. You represent that any content you submit is your own, does not infringe on third-party rights, and complies with these Terms.

4. User Conduct and Opinion Pieces

Our Website includes personal opinion pieces that reflect the views of their authors. These opinions are not necessarily endorsed by Shadow Paper. You agree to engage respectfully with Content and other users, refraining from posting or sharing harmful, offensive, or defamatory material.

5. Third-Party Links and Content

The Website may contain links to third-party websites or resources. We are not responsible for the content, accuracy, or availability of such third-party sites. Accessing these links is at your own risk, and we encourage you to review the terms and privacy policies of any third-party sites.

6. Disclaimers

6.1 Content Accuracy and Opinion Pieces

The content on this website, including personal stories, historical articles, and opinions, is provided for informational and entertainment purposes only. The views expressed are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of any organization or individual affiliated with this site. While we strive for accuracy in our historical content, information may not always be complete, up-to-date, or free from errors. Readers are encouraged to verify facts independently. The website owner is not liable for any damages or losses arising from the use of or reliance on the content provided. External links are provided for convenience and do not imply endorsement. Use this site at your own discretion.

6.2 Website Availability

The Website is provided on an "as-is" and "as-available" basis. We do not guarantee uninterrupted or error-free access to the Website and are not liable for any disruptions or technical issues.

7. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Shadow Paper, its affiliates, and its contributors shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of the Website or reliance on its Content. This includes, but is not limited to, damages for loss of data, profits, or goodwill.

8. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Shadow Paper, its affiliates, and its contributors from any claims, damages, or expenses (including legal fees) arising from your use of the Website, violation of these Terms, or infringement of any third-party rights.

9. Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access to the Website at our discretion, without notice, for any reason, including violation of these Terms. Upon termination, your right to access the Website and Content will cease immediately.

10. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Norway, without regard to its conflict of law principles. Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of the Website shall be resolved in the courts of Oslo, Norway.

11. Contact Information

If you have questions or concerns about these Terms, please use the contact form to contact us.

12. Miscellaneous

  • Entire Agreement: These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and Shadow Paper regarding the use of the Website.

  • Severability: If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.

  • No Waiver: Our failure to enforce any provision of these Terms does not constitute a waiver of that provision.

Thank you for using Shadow Paper. We hope you enjoy our Content!

Privacy Policy

Last Updated: August 19, 2025

Shadow Paper is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal data in compliance with the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), applicable in Norway via the EEA Agreement, and Norway’s Electronic Communications Act. This policy applies to your use of the Shadow Paper Website (the "Website"), including its membership features and forum.

1. Data We Collect

We collect the following data:

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  • Member Data (Voluntarily Provided):

    • Email Address: If you join as a member (free of charge), you voluntarily provide your email address to manage your account, send updates, and facilitate forum participation.

    • Forum Activity: Posts or comments you share in the forum, which may include your username or email address (if you choose to display it).

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  • Statistical Data (Non-Personal):

    • Usage Statistics: We collect anonymized data on page views, visit times, and approximate locations (e.g., city or country) for statistical purposes to understand user engagement and improve the Website. This data is not linked to IP addresses or specific individuals and is not considered personal data under GDPR.

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  • No Other Data: We do not collect other personal data, such as IP addresses, unless voluntarily provided by you (e.g., through contact forms or forum posts).

2. How We Use Your Data

We use your data for the following purposes:

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  • Membership and Communication: To manage your membership, send updates about Shadow Paper, and enable forum participation.

  • Forum Management: To moderate and display your forum posts to foster community engagement.

  • Website Improvement: To analyze anonymized usage statistics (page views, visit times, locations) to enhance the Website’s content and functionality.

  • Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws, such as GDPR, and respond to legal requests.

3. Legal Basis for Processing

Under GDPR, we process your data based on the following legal grounds:

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  • Contract: For member email addresses, processing is necessary to provide membership services (e.g., forum access, updates) as requested by you (GDPR Article 6(1)(b)).

  • Consent: For forum posts, your voluntary submission of content constitutes consent for us to display and moderate it as part of the community (GDPR Article 6(1)(a)).

  • Legitimate Interests: For moderating the forum to ensure a respectful and lawful community, we rely on our legitimate interest in maintaining a functional platform, provided this does not override your rights (GDPR Article 6(1)(f)). Anonymized usage statistics are not subject to GDPR, as they are not personal data.

4. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell or share your personal data with third parties, except in the

following cases:

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  • Service Providers: We may share personal data (e.g., email addresses) with trusted service providers (e.g., hosting or forum software providers) who process data on our behalf under strict confidentiality agreements and GDPR compliance. Anonymized usage statistics may be shared with analytics providers to generate reports.

  • Legal Obligations: We may disclose personal data if required by law or to protect our rights, safety, or property.

  • Forum Posts: Content you post in the forum is visible to other members and may be publicly accessible, depending on forum settings. Do not share sensitive personal information in the forum.

5. Data Retention

  • Member Data: We retain your email address and forum posts for as long as your membership is active. If you cancel your membership, we will delete your email address within 30 days, unless required to retain it for legal purposes.

  • Forum Posts: Posts may remain on the Website indefinitely as part of the community archive, unless you request deletion (subject to our discretion and legal obligations).

  • Usage Statistics: Anonymized data (page views, visit times, locations) may be retained indefinitely for statistical analysis, as it is not personal data under GDPR.

6. Your Rights Under GDPR

As a user in the EEA (including Norway), you have the following rights regarding your personal data (email addresses and forum posts):

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  • Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.

  • Rectification: Correct inaccurate or incomplete personal data.

  • Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data (e.g., email address or forum posts), subject to legal limitations.

  • Restriction: Request that we limit processing of your personal data.

  • Data Portability: Request your personal data in a structured, machine-readable format.

  • Object: Object to processing based on legitimate interests (e.g., forum moderation).

  • Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent for processing forum posts at any time (e.g., by requesting deletion). To exercise these rights, contact us at [Insert Contact Email]. We will respond within 30 days, as required by GDPR. Note that anonymized usage statistics are not subject to these rights, as they are not personal data.

7. Cookies

We use only essential cookies necessary for the Website’s core functionality, such as:
 

  • Session cookies to manage forum logins and user sessions.

  • Security cookies to protect the Website (e.g., CSRF protection). Essential cookies do not require consent under GDPR or Norway’s Electronic Communications Act, as they are necessary for services you request. We do not use non-essential cookies (e.g., for analytics or advertising). You can manage cookies through your browser settings.

8. Data Security

We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data, such as secure hosting and encryption for data transmission. However, no online platform is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

9. International Data Transfers

As a Norway-based Website, we primarily store and process data within the EEA. If we transfer personal data to service providers outside the EEA (e.g., for forum software), we ensure compliance with GDPR through Standard Contractual Clauses or other safeguards. Anonymized usage statistics do not require such safeguards, as they are not personal data.

10. Third-Party Links

The Website may include links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Please review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

11. Contact Information

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your GDPR rights, please use the contact form to contact us.

12. Complaints

If you believe we have not handled your personal data appropriately, you can lodge a complaint with the Norwegian Data Protection Authority (Datatilsynet) at www.datatilsynet.no or contact us directly to resolve the issue.

13. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Updates will be posted on the Website, and we will notify members via email if significant changes are made. 

Thank you for trusting Shadow Paper with your data.

We value your privacy and community participation.

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