Last updated: March 8, 2026
These Terms of Service (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of The Halal Times website at halaltimes.com (the “Site”) and any related services, subscriptions, or digital products offered by Rhetica Co., Ltd. (“we”, “us”, or “our”).
By accessing or using the Site, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, please do not use the Site.
1. About Us
The Halal Times is an English-language digital media publication focused on halal lifestyle, Islamic finance, travel, and Muslim consumer news. The Site is owned and operated by Rhetica Co., Ltd., a company incorporated in Japan.
2. Eligibility
You must be at least 18 years old to use the Site, subscribe to paid services, or make purchases. By using the Site, you represent and warrant that you meet this requirement. If you are using the Site on behalf of a business or organization, you represent that you have authority to bind that entity to these Terms.
3. Accounts
Some features of the Site may require you to create an account. You are responsible for:
- Maintaining the confidentiality of your login credentials
- All activity that occurs under your account
- Notifying us immediately of any unauthorized access at [email protected]
We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate these Terms.
4. Subscriptions and Paid Services
4.1 Billing
Paid subscriptions are billed on a recurring basis (monthly or annually, as selected). By subscribing, you authorize us to charge your payment method at the start of each billing cycle until you cancel.
4.2 Cancellation
You may cancel your subscription at any time through your account settings or by contacting [email protected]. Cancellation takes effect at the end of the current billing period. You will continue to have access until then.
4.3 Refunds
Due to the digital nature of our products and services, we generally do not offer refunds once access has been granted. Exceptions may be made at our sole discretion within 7 days of purchase for documented technical failures. Refund requests for defective or inaccessible content will be honored in full. Contact [email protected] for all refund inquiries.
4.4 Price Changes
We reserve the right to change subscription pricing. We will provide at least 30 days’ notice before any price change takes effect. Your continued subscription after the notice period constitutes acceptance of the new pricing.
4.5 Payment Processing
All payments are processed by Stripe. By making a purchase, you also agree to Stripe’s Terms of Service. We do not store your credit card information.
5. Intellectual Property
5.1 Our Content
All content on the Site — including articles, graphics, videos, logos, and branding — is owned by or licensed to Rhetica Co., Ltd. and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or create derivative works from our content without our express written permission.
5.2 Limited License
We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and use the Site and its content for personal, non-commercial purposes only.
5.3 Trademarks
“The Halal Times” and associated logos are trademarks of Rhetica Co., Ltd. You may not use our trademarks without prior written consent.
6. Acceptable Use
You agree not to:
- Use the Site for any unlawful purpose
- Reproduce, scrape, or republish our content without permission
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the Site or our systems
- Transmit spam, malware, or any harmful code
- Impersonate any person or entity
- Use the Site to harass, defame, or harm any individual or group
- Circumvent any subscription paywall or access restriction
- Use automated tools (bots, scrapers) to access or collect content from the Site without written permission
We reserve the right to terminate access for any user who violates these rules.
7. User-Submitted Content
If you submit any content to us (e.g., comments, letters, tips), you grant us a perpetual, royalty-free, worldwide license to use, publish, and distribute that content in connection with our editorial operations. You represent that you own or have the rights to any content you submit and that it does not infringe any third-party rights.
8. Advertising and Sponsored Content
The Site may feature paid advertising, sponsored content, or affiliate links. Sponsored content will be clearly labeled. We are not responsible for the products, services, or claims made by third-party advertisers. Advertiser agreements are governed by separate contracts.
9. Disclaimers
9.1 Editorial Accuracy
While we strive for accuracy, The Halal Times publishes news, opinion, and analysis content that may not always reflect the most current developments. We do not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of any content on the Site.
9.2 Not Religious, Legal, or Financial Advice
Content on The Halal Times is for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing on the Site constitutes religious rulings (fatwas), legal advice, or financial advice. Always consult qualified professionals for such matters.
9.3 No Warranty
The Site and all content and services are provided “as is” and “as available” without warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement.
10. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, Rhetica Co., Ltd., its officers, directors, employees, and agents shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages — including loss of profits, data, or goodwill — arising from your use of or inability to use the Site or our services, even if advised of the possibility of such damages.
Our total liability to you for any claim arising from these Terms or your use of the Site shall not exceed the amount you paid us in the 12 months preceding the claim, or USD $50, whichever is greater.
11. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Rhetica Co., Ltd. and its affiliates, officers, employees, and agents from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses (including legal fees) arising out of or related to your use of the Site, your violation of these Terms, or your violation of any third-party rights.
12. Third-Party Links and Services
The Site may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or terms of those third parties. Links do not imply endorsement.
13. Governing Law and Disputes
These Terms are governed by the laws of Japan, without regard to conflict of law principles. Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of the Site shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Japan.
Notwithstanding the above, we reserve the right to seek injunctive or other equitable relief in any jurisdiction to protect our intellectual property rights.
14. Changes to These Terms
We may update these Terms at any time. When we do, we will revise the “Last updated” date. For material changes, we will notify subscribers by email at least 14 days in advance. Your continued use of the Site after the effective date of changes constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.
15. Termination
We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access to the Site at any time, with or without notice, for any violation of these Terms or for any other reason at our sole discretion. Upon termination, your right to use the Site ceases immediately. Sections 5, 9, 10, 11, and 13 survive termination.
16. Entire Agreement
These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and any other policies referenced herein, constitute the entire agreement between you and Rhetica Co., Ltd. regarding your use of the Site and supersede all prior agreements.
17. Contact Us
For questions about these Terms, contact:
Rhetica Co., Ltd. (The Halal Times)
Email: [email protected]
Website: halaltimes.com