Legal Policies

Section 1 — Terms of Service (TOS)

Welcome to The Mocking Post ™ (“TMP,” “we,” “our,” or “us”). By accessing or using our website, services, or content, you agree to comply with and be bound by the following Terms of Service.

Eligibility and User Responsibility

You must be at least 13 years of age to use this website. If you are under the age of 18, you must have permission from a parent or guardian. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of any login credentials and for all activities conducted under your account.

Use of the Site

You agree to use this site only for lawful purposes. You may not:

  • Violate any applicable laws or regulations
  • Post or transmit content that is unlawful, harmful, defamatory, obscene, or otherwise objectionable
  • Impersonate any person or entity, or misrepresent your affiliation
  • Interfere with or disrupt the website, servers, or networks

Intellectual Property

All content on TMP, including original articles, AI-generated content, illustrations, logos, videos, and code, is the property of TMP or its licensors unless otherwise noted. Reproduction, modification, or distribution of any content without permission is prohibited.

User Submissions

The Mocking Post does not accept, review, or consider any unsolicited content, including but not limited to: articles, concepts, ideas, headlines, scripts, jokes, artwork, taglines, or other creative materials. By using this site, you agree not to send or attempt to submit any such content through any channel, including email, social media, forms, or direct contact with TMP staff or affiliates.

Any unsolicited submissions received will be considered non-confidential and non-proprietary, and TMP will have no obligations—legal or otherwise—regarding such material. You further agree that:

  • You will not receive compensation, credit, or acknowledgment for any such submission;
  • No contractual or confidential relationship is created by sending such material;
  • Any similarity between your submission and TMP’s content is purely coincidental.

For more details, refer to our full Unsolicited Submissions Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference.

Disclaimers

All content is provided “as is” without warranties of any kind. We do not warrant the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any information on the site. Use the content at your own risk.

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, TMP and its affiliates shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages, or for loss of profits or data, arising out of or related to your use of the website.

Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access to TMP at any time, for any reason, without notice.

Section 2 — Editorial & Satire Policy

TMP is a satirical publication. All content is fictional and created for humor, parody, and entertainment. We do not publish real news. Any resemblance to real persons, events, or entities is purely coincidental—unless it’s funny.

  • Satirical content is protected under the First Amendment and applicable parody laws.
  • Editorial and visual content is crafted to mock, exaggerate, and parody modern culture, politics, and media.
  • No content should be interpreted as fact or official commentary.

Section 3 — Editorial & Satire Policy

We use a combination of:

  • Public domain and government-sourced images (e.g., WhiteHouse.gov)
  • Creative Commons images with appropriate licenses (e.g., Wikimedia Commons)
  • Free stock images (e.g., Pixabay, Unsplash, Pexels)
  • AI-generated or TMP-original illustrations

We strive to respect copyright law. If you believe we’ve used your content improperly, please contact us.

Section 4 — Privacy Policy

We respect your privacy. TMP may collect:

  • Personal Data (e.g., name, email if voluntarily submitted)
  • Usage Data (e.g., browser type, time spent, page views)
  • Cookies for analytics, personalization, and advertising

How We Use Information

We use this information to:

  • Communicate updates and content
  • Improve user experience and site performance
  • Deliver relevant ads and track engagement
  • Prevent abuse and ensure platform integrity

Data Sharing for Advertising

We may share non-personally identifiable information (such as device identifiers, browser type, or site usage patterns) with third-party advertising and analytics partners to deliver personalized ads and improve services. These third parties may use cookies, pixels, and similar technologies.
You can opt out of interest-based advertising via:

We do not sell your personally identifiable information (e.g., name or email) without your explicit consent.

Your Rights

  • Request access, correction, or deletion of your data
  • Withdraw consent at any time
  • Adjust browser settings to manage or block cookies

We implement reasonable security measures to protect your data, but cannot guarantee absolute security.

Data Security

We implement reasonable security measures to protect your data, but cannot guarantee absolute security.

Children’s Privacy

We do not knowingly collect personal data from individuals under the age of 13. If we become aware that such data has been collected, we will delete it promptly.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page.

Section 5 — DMCA & Copyright Infringement

If you believe your copyrighted work is being used on TMP without authorization, please contact us and provide the following:

  • Your name and contact info
  • Description of the copyrighted work
  • Exact URL of the infringing content
  • Statement of good faith belief and accuracy
  • Your electronic or physical signature

We will promptly investigate and take appropriate action.

Section 6 — Disclaimer of Liability

All content is provided “as is.” TMP makes no guarantees regarding accuracy, reliability, or suitability of any content. You agree that:

  • Satirical content is fictional and not factual
  • TMP is not responsible for actions taken based on our content
  • We do not offer legal, medical, or financial advice

Section 7 — Community Guidelines

The Mocking Post ™ (TMP) is a space for free expression, humor, and parody—but not harassment, harm, or hate.

Prohibited Behaviors

  • Hate speech, racism, threats, or bullying
  • Spreading misinformation or impersonating others
  • Spamming, trolling, or linking to malicious content

Moderation

We reserve the right to remove any user content at any time, for any reason, without notice. Repeated violations may result in a ban or suspension from commenting or participating on the platform.

Reporting Violations

To report a user or specific content that violates these guidelines, please contact us with a link and explanation.
Let’s keep the discourse sharp and fun—not toxic.

Section 8 — Affiliate Disclosure

Some links on TMP may be affiliate links. This means we may earn a commission if you purchase through those links, at no extra cost to you. Any references to products or services are made for humorous or satirical purposes, and do not reflect real reviews or endorsements. While we may profit from certain clicks or purchases, all content—including affiliate mentions—is created in line with TMP’s satirical nature and should not be interpreted as genuine editorial advice.

Section 9 — Modifications

We may update these policies at any time. Updates will be posted on this page. Continued use of the site means you accept the changes.

Section 10 — Governing Law

We may revise these Terms of Service from time to time, and the most current version will always be posted on this page. By continuing to access or use the Site after those revisions become effective, you agree to be bound by the revised terms.

You acknowledge and agree that it is your responsibility to review these Terms periodically. By using the Site, you waive any right to receive individual notice of changes. Your continued use of the Site following any changes constitutes your acceptance of those changes.

These terms are governed by the laws of the United States and the State of Arizona. Any disputes will be resolved through binding arbitration in Maricopa Country, AZ.

Section 11 — Contact Information

You may contact us here.

**Note:** This website publishes satirical and fictional content.
For a humorous summary of what this means, see our Satirical Use Agreement.