Terms of Service
Last updated: January 2026
Welcome to Happening Now (“Happening Now,” “we,” “our,” or “us”). By accessing or using our website and services, you agree to these Terms of Service. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of the site.
1. Purpose of the Service
Happening Now is a news discovery and aggregation platform designed to surface timely headlines and trending stories from publicly available sources.
We organize, summarize, and present links to third-party content for informational purposes only. We do not claim ownership of third-party content unless explicitly stated.
2. Use of the Website
You agree to use Happening Now lawfully and responsibly. You may not:
- Attempt to interfere with or disrupt the site’s operation
- Access private or restricted systems
- Abuse APIs, automation, or rate limits
- Use the site for unlawful or malicious purposes
We reserve the right to restrict access to protect the integrity and availability of the service.
3. Content Accuracy & Availability
Happening Now does not guarantee:
- The accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of any headline, summary, or link
- Continuous availability of the site or specific features
- That all stories will remain accessible or unchanged
News content is sourced from third parties, who remain responsible for their own material. Use of information displayed on the site is at your own discretion.
4. Third-Party Links & External Services
Happening Now links to external websites, news organizations, and platforms. We do not control or endorse third-party content, services, or privacy practices.
Your interaction with third-party sites is governed by their respective terms and policies.
5. Privacy & Data Practices
Your privacy matters to us. Our data practices are governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference.
In alignment with our Privacy Policy:
- We minimize data collection and avoid collecting unnecessary personal information
- We do not sell personal data
- Any limited data collected is used solely to operate and improve the service
- Preferences and functionality-related data may be stored locally or temporarily to enhance usability
- Data retention is kept minimal and proportionate to functionality
Any changes to data handling or privacy practices will be transparently documented.
6. Cookies & Local Storage
Happening Now may use cookies or local storage strictly for:
- Website functionality
- Accessibility preferences
- Performance and reliability improvements
These mechanisms are not used for selling personal data or building intrusive user profiles. Details are outlined in the Privacy Policy.
7. Accounts & Optional Features
Some features may require optional user interaction or sign-in in the future. If introduced, those features will be accompanied by clear disclosures and additional terms as needed.
No account creation is required to access core content unless explicitly stated.
8. Service Changes & Availability
We may modify, suspend, or discontinue parts of the service at any time to:
- Improve reliability
- Address security concerns
- Reflect product evolution
We are not liable for any interruption or change in availability.
9. Disclaimer of Warranties
Happening Now is provided “as is” and “as available,” without warranties of any kind, express or implied.
We disclaim all warranties, including but not limited to:
- Accuracy
- Reliability
- Fitness for a particular purpose
Use of the service is at your own risk.
10. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Happening Now shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from the use of the site or reliance on its content.
11. Changes to These Terms
We may update these Terms of Service periodically. Continued use of the site after changes indicates acceptance of the updated terms. The “Last updated” date will reflect the most recent revision.
12. Contact
If you have questions about these Terms or our Privacy Policy, please contact us through the website or official communication channels.