Welcome to Chronycles (www.chronycles.com). By accessing, reading, or submitting content to this website, you agree to the following Terms of Use. Please read them carefully.
1. Who We Are
Chronycles is a media platform that publishes personal narratives, creative nonfiction, and curiosity-driven journalism. We operate under a spirit of openness, empathy, and editorial integrity. The stories we feature are true to the best knowledge of the contributors and our editors, though they reflect subjective experiences and perspectives.
2. Your Use of Our Website
You are welcome to explore our stories, share links, and engage with our content for personal, non-commercial use. Unless you have our written permission, you may not:
- Reproduce, republish, or distribute our content in full
- Use our content for commercial purposes
- Misrepresent or edit content in a way that changes its meaning or context
Short quotes or excerpts (with proper attribution and links back to our site) are allowed under fair use.
3. Submitting Content
By submitting a story (in text or audio format), you agree that:
- The content you share is accurate to the best of your knowledge
- You have the right to share the story, especially if it involves another person
- You give Chronycles permission to edit the story for clarity, brevity, and coherence without altering the facts
- You allow Chronycles to publish and distribute your story across our platforms (website, social media, newsletter, etc.)
- You understand that Chronycles reserves the right to repurpose submitted content in various formats — including audio, print, or multimedia — and publish it in partnership with other organisations or platforms.
You may choose to be credited by your full name, nickname, initials, pseudonym, or remain anonymous. Please indicate this clearly when submitting.
If your story includes photographs or other media:
- You confirm that you have the rights to use them
- Or you’ve provided proper credit for third-party content
4. Editorial Rights
Chronycles reserves the right to:
- Edit submissions for clarity, grammar, and length
- Decline to publish any content that does not meet our editorial guidelines
- Remove or update published content at any time, with or without notice (especially if inaccuracies, ethical concerns, or legal risks arise)
We are committed to handling all contributions with respect and care.
5. Privacy and Data
We collect minimal personal information — usually your name, email, and submission details — strictly for editorial communication. We do not sell or share this information with third parties.
For full details, see our Privacy Policy.
6. Corrections and Feedback
We welcome thoughtful corrections or clarifications. If you spot an error or misrepresentation in any of our stories, email us at editor@chronycles.com (cc: adekunlebaj@gmail.com).
7. Intellectual Property
All original content on this site — unless otherwise credited — is the property of Chronycles or its contributors and is protected under copyright law.
If you’d like to republish or license any story or excerpt, please contact us first.
8. Third-Party Links
Our stories may include links to external sites. We are not responsible for the content, policies, or practices of those sites.
9. Disclaimer
While we strive for accuracy and authenticity, we make no guarantees about the completeness, reliability, or current relevance of any content published on Chronycles. Stories often reflect personal memories or perspectives that may not be independently verified. If you intend to reference our content for scholarly, legal, or professional purposes, we encourage you to seek additional sources and conduct your own verification.
10. Changes to These Terms
These Terms of Use may be updated occasionally to reflect changes in our editorial practice, platform features, or legal requirements. Continued use of the site means you accept the updated terms.
11. Contact UsFor any questions about these terms or how they apply, reach out to us at:
editor@chronycles.com