Terms and Conditions — Usage, Disclaimers & Legal

Effective Date: February 20, 2026 Last Updated: February 21, 2026

These Terms and Conditions ("Terms") govern your access to and use of the Epstein Files Archive website at epsteinislands.com (the "Site"), operated by the Epstein Files Archive Editorial Team ("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. Purpose of the Site

The Epstein Files Archive is an educational, ad-supported resource that documents the Jeffrey Epstein case through:

Court Documents & Legal Filings — Verified copies and summaries of indictments, depositions, court orders, and plea agreements sourced from PACER, CourtListener, and government releases.
Official Government Records — Department of Justice press releases, FBI records obtained through FOIA, and government agency reports.
Timeline of Events — A chronological record of key events in the Epstein case, sourced from court records and reputable reporting.
Investigative Analysis — News coverage and editorial analysis attributed to our editorial team, with all factual claims supported by cited sources.
Topic Pages — In-depth reference pages on key subjects, individuals, and legal proceedings related to the case.

The Site is intended for research, journalism, and public interest purposes.

2. Editorial Standards and Accuracy

We strive for accuracy in all content. Our editorial standards, described in detail on our sourcing methodology page, include:

Source Hierarchy: Primary sources (court documents, government records) take precedence over secondary reporting. We do not rely on anonymous social media posts, partisan blogs, or unverified aggregators.
Citation Standards: Every factual claim includes inline attribution and numbered source references with direct links and access dates.
Corrections Policy: We correct verified errors promptly and note all corrections at the top of the affected article with the date of correction. Correction notices are preserved permanently.
Victim Protection: We follow a redaction policy guided by the Crime Victims' Rights Act, journalistic ethical standards, and court-ordered sealing requirements. We do not publish victim-identifying personal data.

Important: Inclusion of any individual's name in our archive does not imply guilt, criminal activity, or wrongdoing. All unproven allegations are clearly labeled as such. Association with Jeffrey Epstein, as documented in public records, does not constitute an accusation.

3. Permitted Use

You are welcome to:

Browse and Read all content on the Site for personal, educational, or research purposes.
Share Links to any page on the Site via social media, email, or other platforms.
Quote and Cite our content with proper attribution to "Epstein Files Archive" and a link to the source page on our Site.
Use for Journalism — Reporters and researchers may reference our content with attribution.

4. Prohibited Use

You agree not to:

Misrepresent Content: Alter, modify, or take our content out of context in a way that changes its meaning, removes caveats about unproven allegations, or falsely implies accusations against named individuals.
Remove Attribution: Republish our analysis or summaries without crediting the Epstein Files Archive as the source.
Automated Scraping: Use bots, crawlers, or automated tools to bulk-download or scrape the Site's content, except for standard search engine indexing.
Commercial Exploitation: Sell, license, or monetize content from the Site without our written permission.
Harassment: Use information from the Site to harass, threaten, or endanger any individual — including named persons, victims, witnesses, or their families.
Interfere with Operations: Attempt to disrupt, overload, or compromise the Site's infrastructure, security, or availability.
Impersonation: Misrepresent yourself as affiliated with the Epstein Files Archive or its editorial team.

5. Intellectual Property

Our Content

Original analysis, editorial commentary, page designs, and site structure are the intellectual property of the Epstein Files Archive. These are provided for educational use under the conditions described in Section 3.

Public Records

Court documents, government press releases, FOIA records, and other public-domain materials presented on the Site are not our intellectual property. We present these documents for public access and do not claim ownership over them. Original source links are provided for independent verification.

Trademarks

"Epstein Files Archive" and our logo are our trademarks. You may not use them in a way that suggests endorsement or affiliation without our written consent.

6. Disclaimer of Warranties

The Site and all content are provided "as is" and "as available" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied.

We make reasonable efforts to ensure accuracy but do not guarantee that all information is complete, current, or error-free.
Legal documents presented on the Site are summaries or reproductions of public records. They do not constitute legal advice. Always consult the original court documents and a qualified attorney for legal matters.
We do not warrant that the Site will be uninterrupted, secure, or free of errors or viruses.

7. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, the Epstein Files Archive, its editorial team, contributors, and hosting providers shall not be liable for:

Any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of or inability to use the Site.
Any errors, omissions, or inaccuracies in content, even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages.
Any actions taken by third parties based on information presented on the Site.
Any consequences of following external links to third-party websites.

8. External Links

The Site contains links to external websites including government agencies (Department of Justice, FBI), court record systems (CourtListener, PACER), and news outlets (The New York Times, The Washington Post, Miami Herald, BBC, Reuters, and others).

These links are provided as source citations and for your convenience. We do not control, endorse, or assume responsibility for the content, privacy practices, or availability of external websites. Accessing an external link means you leave the Epstein Files Archive and are subject to that site's terms and policies.

9. Advertising

The Site displays advertisements provided by our advertising partner, Adsterra. By using the Site, you acknowledge and agree to the following:

Ad Format: The Site uses popunder advertisements, which open a new browser tab or window when you interact with Site content. These ads are served by Adsterra and help fund the ongoing operation and maintenance of this archive.
No Endorsement: The appearance of any advertisement on the Site does not constitute an endorsement, recommendation, or approval by the Epstein Files Archive of the advertised product, service, or company. We do not control the content of third-party advertisements.
Third-Party Terms: Your interaction with any advertisement — including clicking on an ad, visiting an advertiser's website, or purchasing a product or service — is governed by the advertiser's own terms, conditions, and privacy policies. We are not responsible for the practices of advertisers or their websites.
Ad Blocking: You may use ad-blocking software at your discretion. All editorial content on the Site remains fully accessible regardless of whether advertisements are displayed.
Editorial Independence: Advertising revenue does not influence our editorial content, sourcing decisions, or the selection of topics, documents, or analysis published on the Site. Our editorial standards, described in Section 2, apply independently of any advertising relationship.

For information about the data Adsterra may collect through advertisements, see our Privacy Policy.

10. User Communications

When you contact us through the contact page or by email:

We will use your information solely to respond to your inquiry.
We may retain correspondence for our records and to improve our editorial process.
We are not obligated to respond to all inquiries, though we aim to reply within 48 hours.
Submissions of documents, tips, or corrections do not create a confidential or privileged relationship.
We reserve the right to verify and fact-check any information submitted before publication.

11. Content Updates and Corrections

Content on the Site is updated regularly as new information becomes available:

Documents may be added as they are released through court proceedings, FOIA requests, or government disclosures.
Timeline events are updated as new developments occur.
Blog posts and topic pages may be revised to reflect new evidence, corrections, or additional sources.
All substantive corrections include a visible notation with the correction date.

We reserve the right to add, modify, or remove content at any time and without notice.

12. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless the Epstein Files Archive and its editorial team from any claims, damages, losses, or expenses (including reasonable legal fees) arising from your violation of these Terms or your misuse of the Site or its content.

13. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the United States. Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of the Site shall be resolved in the applicable courts of the United States.

14. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision shall be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary, and the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

15. Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of the Site after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms. We encourage you to review this page periodically.

16. Contact

If you have questions about these Terms, please reach out through our contact page or email us at:

contact [at] epsteinislands [dot] com