Please note, this Terms of Service update will take effect on 6 June 2025.
This is in preparation for migration to Substack. Please read more here.
You can view the previous Terms of Service: Here.
Effective Date: 22 October 2024
Updated: 22 May 2025
Implementation: 6 June 2025
Welcome to Asymmetrist, a digital publication operated by Axia Editions Limited (“we,” “us,” or “our”), a UK-registered company (Company No. 15889065), located at 4 Endsleigh Street, London, WC1H 0DS. By accessing www.asymmetrist.com or subscribing to our newsletter via asymmetrist.substack.com, you agree to the terms outlined below.
1. Use of the Website and Newsletter
By accessing our site or subscribing to our newsletter, you agree to use our services for lawful, personal, non-commercial purposes only.
You must not:
- Copy, reproduce, or redistribute our content without permission
- Upload malware, spam, or abuse platform functionality
- Attempt to gain unauthorised access to our systems or impersonate others
We reserve the right to suspend or terminate access for any misuse, including fraudulent sign-ups or violations of these terms.
2. Intellectual Property Rights
All content published by Asymmetrist, including text, articles, images, logos, and branding, is the property of Axia Editions Limited or its contributors.
You are granted a limited, non-exclusive, revocable licence to view and access content for personal, non-commercial use only. You may not reproduce or republish content without explicit written permission.
For republishing requests, see our Copyright & Republishing Policy.
If you submit feedback or comments, you grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free licence to use or adapt that material.
3. Newsletter Subscriptions
By subscribing, you consent to receive:
- Editorial newsletters, updates, and features
- Occasionally sponsored or promotional content (clearly marked)
You may unsubscribe at any time via the link in every email or by contacting bogdan@asymmetrist.com.
Our newsletter is delivered via Substack, which acts as a data processor under the UK GDPR. Substack uses Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) and the UK Addendum to safeguard data transfers outside the UK.
4. Payments and Paid Content
We may introduce:
- Paid subscriptions or premium content
- Sponsored editorial content (clearly disclosed)
- Affiliate links (disclosed according to UK advertising standards)
All payments are securely processed by Stripe or Substack. We do not store or process your payment details directly. Refunds are subject to the terms of the payment provider.
5. Third-Party Services
We may include links to or embed third-party services (e.g., YouTube, social media, or external articles). These are provided for convenience.
We are not responsible for third-party content, data collection, or service performance. Your interaction with these services is at your own discretion and risk.
6. Analytics and Cookies
We use Google Analytics and Substack’s internal tools to measure reader engagement. These tools may rely on cookies or similar technologies.
Cookie consent is managed via Substack’s banner in line with UK regulations. Please see our Privacy Policy and Substack’s Privacy Policy for more information.
7. Data Protection and Privacy
Your personal information is handled in accordance with our Privacy Policy, which outlines:
- What we collect (name, email address)
- Why we collect it (newsletter delivery, usage insights)
- How you can access, update, or delete your data
Substack processes your data on our behalf and applies security, transfer, and privacy safeguards.
8. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Axia Editions Limited shall not be liable for:
- Any indirect, incidental, or consequential losses
- Interruptions to service availability or third-party platform outages
- Errors in published material or outdated links
We do not limit liability for death or personal injury caused by our negligence or where otherwise prohibited by law.
9. Service Availability
We strive to ensure continuous access to our services but cannot guarantee uptime. Downtime may occur due to maintenance, third-party failures, or circumstances beyond our control.
10. Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of England and Wales. Any disputes will fall under the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.
11. Changes to These Terms
We may revise these Terms to reflect:
- New features, payment models, or partnerships
- Platform changes (e.g., Substack functionality)
- Legal or regulatory updates
When changes are material, we will notify users via email and/or website banners with at least 14 days’ notice.
Your continued use of our services after such notice constitutes your acceptance of the revised terms.
Contact
If you have questions about these Terms of Service, contact:
bogdan@asymmetrist.com
Axia Editions Limited
4 Endsleigh Street
London, WC1H 0DS
United Kingdom