Terms of Use

Effective Date: 10 Jan 2022

This website, accessible at www.thethaiger.com (the “Site”), is owned and operated by The Thaiger Pte. Ltd., a company incorporated in Singapore with Company Registration No. 201916373W and a registered address at 1 North Bridge Road, #18-06 High Street Centre, Singapore 179094 (“The Thaiger,” “we,” “our,” or “us”).

By accessing or using this Site, including any of its features, applications, or services, you (the “User”) acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to be bound by these Terms of Use (the “Agreement”). If you do not agree to these Terms, you must immediately cease using the Site.

1. Use of the Site

1.1 The Site is provided for personal, non-commercial use only. Users agree to use the Site in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.
1.2 Users must not:

– Violate any laws of any jurisdiction;
– Harass, threaten, or cyberstalk other users;
– Post or transmit any content that is illegal, obscene, defamatory, hateful, racist, or otherwise objectionable, including content that references the Thai Royal Family;
– Post duplicate comments, advertisements, or spam;
– Attempt to hack, reverse engineer, or compromise the Site’s systems;
– Upload viruses or malicious code;
– Use automated tools (e.g., bots, spiders, scrapers) without prior written consent;
– Access or steal information or data unlawfully;
– Misrepresent identity or affiliation;
– Insert advertising or promotional content without our express written consent;
– Interfere with the normal functioning of the Site.

1.3 Users must be of legal age in their jurisdiction. Minors may only use the Site under the supervision of a parent or legal guardian.
1.4 The Thaiger may amend these Terms at any time without notice. Continued use constitutes acceptance of any changes.

2. Disclaimers and Limitation of Liability

2.1 The Site includes third-party and user-generated content (e.g., forums, blogs, ads). The Thaiger does not endorse, verify, or take responsibility for such content.
2.2 The Thaiger is not a party to any transaction between Users and third-party service providers featured on the Site. We do not guarantee the quality, accuracy, or legality of any services or content offered by third parties.
2.3 Users assume full responsibility for their interactions and any resulting outcomes. The Thaiger shall not be liable for any loss, damage, or claims, including but not limited to:

– Data loss or unauthorised access;
– Errors or omissions in content;
– Delays or service interruptions;
– Content or conduct of other Users;
– Force majeure events, hacking, or system failures.

2.4 Users agree to indemnify and hold The Thaiger harmless from any claims arising from their use of the Site or any breach of these Terms.

3. Services and Referrals

3.1 The Thaiger is a digital media platform providing news and lifestyle content primarily about Thailand.
3.2 The Site includes referral programs to connect Users with third-party service providers (“Service Providers”) offering products and services such as insurance, visas, legal advice, or healthcare.
3.3 The Thaiger does not manage, control, or deliver the services provided by Service Providers. We merely facilitate contact or referral based on User inquiries.
3.4 Any agreement, transaction, or engagement is strictly between the User and the Service Provider. The Thaiger accepts no liability for the outcome of such interactions.

4. Data Protection and Communications

4.1 By using the Site, you consent to the collection, processing, transfer, and storage of your personal data, including sensitive information, for the purposes of facilitating services and maintaining the Site’s functionality.
4.2 User data may be transmitted to Service Providers, some of whom may operate in jurisdictions with less stringent data protection laws.
4.3 The Thaiger may retain communications between Users and Service Providers, including emails, instant messages, and phone calls (with notice), for service quality and compliance purposes.
4.4 The Thaiger may contact Users by email or phone regarding service inquiries, updates, or promotional content. Users can opt out by following unsubscribe instructions or contacting us directly.
4.5 Our Privacy Policy forms an integral part of these Terms and outlines the use of cookies, tracking technologies, and data management practices.

5. Intellectual Property

5.1 All content published on the Site, including text, graphics, logos, images, videos, and software, is the property of The Thaiger or its licensors and protected under applicable copyright, trademark, and intellectual property laws.
5.2 Users may not reproduce, distribute, display, or exploit any content without prior written permission from The Thaiger.
5.3 All third-party trademarks and content are the property of their respective owners and used with appropriate permissions or in accordance with applicable law.

6. Suspension and Termination

6.1 The Thaiger reserves the right to suspend or terminate access to the Site without prior notice for any reason, including but not limited to a breach of these Terms.
6.2 The Thaiger shall not be liable for any damages resulting from suspension or termination of User access.

7. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

7.1 These Terms of Use shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Republic of Singapore.
7.2 Users agree that all disputes, claims, or proceedings arising from or in connection with this Site, its content, or these Terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Singapore.
7.3 Users waive any objection to jurisdiction and venue in Singapore and agree not to bring any claims in any other jurisdiction, including Thailand.