Universal Citizens Media Network
TERMS OF SERVICE
Effective Date: January 1, 2024
Last Updated: February 12, 2026
1. Acceptance of Terms
Welcome to Universal Citizens Media Network, including UCMedia.net, UCMedia.tv, and the @UC MediaNet Applications (collectively, the “Service”).
By accessing or using our websites, mobile applications, connected TV platforms (including Roku, Apple TV, Fire TV, Android TV), OTT streaming systems, or related services, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service (“Terms”).
If you do not agree to these Terms, you may not use the Service.
2. Eligibility
You must be at least thirteen (13) years old to use the Service.
If you are under eighteen (18), you represent that you have parental or guardian consent.
The Service is not directed toward children under thirteen (13).
3. User Accounts
To access certain features, users may be required to create an account.
Users agree to:
- Provide accurate and complete information
- Maintain confidentiality of login credentials
- Accept responsibility for all activities under their account
Universal Citizens Media reserves the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate these Terms.
4. Service Description
Universal Citizens Media provides:
- Streaming video and digital media content
- Live and on-demand programming
- Advertising-supported content
- Subscription-based content (if applicable)
- AI-powered content personalization
We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any portion of the Service at any time.
5. Advertising
The Service may include advertisements, sponsored content, and promotional placements.
By using the Service, users acknowledge:
- Advertisements may be displayed before, during, or alongside content.
- Ad delivery may be personalized using device identifiers and usage data as described in our Privacy Policy.
Universal Citizens Media is not responsible for third-party advertisements or their products or services.
6. Intellectual Property
All content made available through the Service, including but not limited to:
- Videos
- Graphics
- Logos
- Branding
- Software
- Text
- Design
is owned by Universal Citizens Media or properly licensed and is protected under applicable intellectual property laws.
No content may be copied, redistributed, reproduced, sold, broadcast, publicly displayed, or otherwise exploited without prior written permission.
7. User Conduct
Users agree not to:
- Violate any applicable law
- Infringe intellectual property rights
- Upload malicious software
- Attempt unauthorized access
- Circumvent security systems
- Use automated scraping tools
- Misrepresent identity
Violations may result in termination and legal action.
8. User Generated Content
If users submit content, they grant Universal Citizens Media a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free license to use, display, distribute, and promote such content in connection with the Service.
Users represent they possess all necessary rights to submitted materials.
9. Privacy
Your use of the Service is governed by our Privacy Policy available at UCMedia.tv.
10. Third-Party Services
The Service may integrate third-party providers including streaming infrastructure, advertising networks, analytics providers, and payment processors.
Universal Citizens Media is not responsible for third-party policies or practices.
11. Disclaimers
The Service is provided “AS IS” and “AS AVAILABLE.”
We disclaim all warranties to the fullest extent permitted by law.
12. Limitation of Liability
Universal Citizens Media shall not be liable for indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages.
Total liability shall not exceed the amount paid by the user (if any) in the preceding twelve (12) months.
13. Indemnification
Users agree to indemnify and hold harmless Universal Citizens Media from claims arising from:
- Use of the Service
- Violation of these Terms
- Infringement of third-party rights
14. Termination
Access may be suspended or terminated for violations, illegal conduct, misuse, or operational necessity.
15. Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of California.
16. Changes
We may update these Terms at any time. Continued use constitutes acceptance.
17. Subscription & Billing Terms
By subscribing to a Paid Service, you authorize Universal Citizens Media (or its third-party payment processor) to charge your designated payment method on a recurring basis until canceled.
Charges may include:
- Subscription fees
- Applicable taxes
- Transaction processing fees
Auto-Renewal
Subscriptions automatically renew at the end of each billing cycle unless canceled prior to renewal.
You may cancel at any time through:
- Your account settings
- The platform where you subscribed (e.g., Apple App Store, Google Play, Roku, etc.)
Cancellation will apply at the end of the current billing period. We do not provide partial refunds unless required by law.
Free Trials
If we offer a free trial:
- Billing may begin automatically after the trial period ends.
- You must cancel before the trial expiration to avoid charges.
Payment Processing
Payments may be processed through third-party providers (e.g., Apple, Google, Roku, Stripe, etc.). We do not store full payment card details on our servers.
Refund Policy
Unless otherwise required by law:
- All purchases are non-refundable.
- Refunds for app-store purchases must be requested directly from the respective platform.
Price Changes
We reserve the right to modify subscription pricing. Users will be notified of material price changes before they take effect.
18. Binding Arbitration
Agreement to Arbitrate
You and Universal Citizens Media agree that any dispute, claim, or controversy arising out of or relating to:
- These Terms
- The Privacy Policy
- Your use of the Service
- Advertising or subscription charges
shall be resolved through binding individual arbitration, rather than in court, except as otherwise stated below.
No Class Actions
You agree that disputes will be resolved on an individual basis only.
You waive the right to:
- Participate in a class action lawsuit
- Participate in a class-wide arbitration
- Act as a representative plaintiff
Arbitration Procedure
Arbitration shall be administered by a recognized arbitration provider under its applicable rules.
The arbitration will:
- Be conducted in California unless otherwise required
- Be conducted in English
- Allow reasonable discovery
The arbitrator’s decision will be final and binding.
Exceptions
Either party may:
- Bring claims in small claims court (if eligible)
- Seek injunctive relief for intellectual property violations
Opt-Out Right
You may opt out of arbitration within 30 days of first accepting these Terms by sending written notice to:
Include your full name and account email with the subject line “Arbitration Opt-Out.”
19. DMCA Policy
Universal Citizens Media respects the intellectual property rights of others.
If you believe content available on the Service infringes your copyright, you may submit a DMCA notice.
DMCA Notice Requirements
Your written notice must include:
- Your physical or electronic signature
- Identification of the copyrighted work claimed to be infringed
- Identification of the material that is allegedly infringing
- A statement that you have a good faith belief that use is unauthorized
- A statement under penalty of perjury that the information is accurate
- Your contact information (name, address, email, phone number)
Submit DMCA Notices To:
DMCA Agent
Universal Citizens Media Network
Email: service@UCMedia.tv
Subject Line: “DMCA Notice”
Counter-Notification
If you believe material was removed in error, you may submit a counter-notification including:
- Your signature
- Identification of removed material
- A statement under penalty of perjury that removal was mistaken
- Consent to jurisdiction in California
Upon receipt of a valid counter-notification, we may restore the material unless the original complainant files a court action.
Repeat Infringers
We reserve the right to terminate accounts of users who repeatedly infringe copyrights.
20. Contact
Universal Citizens Media Network
Email: service@UCMedia.tv
Websites:
https://UCMedia.tv
https://UCMedia.net
