Terms of Use
The terms that govern your use of Critical Minerals Journal
Effective: May 1, 2026 · Last updated: May 1, 2026

1. Acceptance of Terms

   By accessing, subscribing to, or reading Critical Minerals Journal (“CMJ”), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use. If you do not agree with any part of these terms, do not use the publication or its associated website.

   CMJ is published at criticalmineralsjournal.com and distributed via email. These terms apply to all content delivered through both channels, including free and paid subscriptions.

   We may update these terms from time to time. When we do, we will revise the “Last updated” date above. Continued use of CMJ after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.

2. Nature of Content

   CMJ is an independent strategic intelligence briefing providing analytical, informational, and industry-focused analysis on critical minerals, supply chains, technology, and geopolitics. All content is based exclusively on publicly available information.

3. No Investment Advice

   Nothing published by CMJ constitutes investment advice, a recommendation, or an offer or solicitation to buy or sell any security, financial instrument, or commodity.

   CMJ provides macro, sectoral, technological, and geopolitical analysis. It does not provide company-specific investment recommendations, target prices, or financial forecasts for any individual security. References to companies, projects, or jurisdictions are illustrative and informational only.

   Readers should conduct their own independent research and consult licensed financial, legal, and tax professionals before making any investment decisions. Past performance of any asset, sector, or strategy discussed in CMJ is not indicative of future results.

4. Disclosure of Interests and Professional Capacity

   The author of CMJ may be employed in a senior role at a publicly listed company operating in the critical minerals sector.

   CMJ is produced independently and is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or published on behalf of any issuer, company, or government entity. All content reflects the author’s personal views and independent analysis, developed outside of any professional duties.

   No non-public, confidential, or material insider information is used in the preparation of CMJ content.

   For full disclosure, see our Disclosure and Disclaimer page.

5. Subscriptions and Payments

   CMJ offers free and paid subscription tiers. Free subscribers receive limited access to content as described on the Pricing page. Paid subscribers receive full access to all briefings and archive content.

   Paid subscriptions. Paid subscriptions are available on a monthly ($25/month) or annual ($250/year) basis. Payment is processed through Stripe. By subscribing, you authorize recurring charges at the selected interval until you cancel.

   Cancellation. You may cancel your subscription at any time. Monthly subscribers will retain access until the end of the current billing period. Annual subscribers will retain access until the end of the paid year. No partial refunds are issued for unused portions of a billing period.

   Price changes. We reserve the right to change subscription pricing. Existing subscribers will be notified at least 30 days before any price change takes effect. Continued subscription after notification constitutes acceptance of the new pricing.

   Institutional subscriptions. Institutional subscriptions are governed by separate terms agreed upon directly between CMJ and the subscribing organization. Contact [email protected] for institutional inquiries.

6. Intellectual Property

   All content published by CMJ, including text, analysis, graphics, briefing formats, and the CMJ name and visual identity, is the intellectual property of Critical Minerals Journal and is protected by applicable copyright and intellectual property laws.

   Individual subscribers may share brief excerpts (under 200 words) of CMJ content with proper attribution, provided the excerpt links back to the original CMJ briefing. Reproduction, redistribution, or systematic forwarding of full briefings is prohibited without written permission.

   Institutional subscribers hold licensed internal distribution rights as specified in their institutional agreement. Internal distribution does not extend to public redistribution, resale, or syndication.

   Unauthorized reproduction, redistribution, or commercial use of CMJ content may result in termination of access and legal action.

7. Sponsored Content

   CMJ may publish sponsored content from time to time. All sponsored content is clearly labeled and governed by our Sponsored Content Policy. Sponsorship does not influence CMJ’s editorial coverage, analytical conclusions, publication schedule, or selection of topics.

   For full details, see our Sponsored Content Policy page.

8. Privacy and Data

   What we collect. When you subscribe to CMJ, we collect your email address and, for paid subscribers, payment information processed through Stripe. We may also collect usage data such as email open rates and website visits through our publishing platform (Beehiiv) and standard analytics tools.

   How we use it. Your information is used to deliver CMJ briefings, process payments, and improve the publication. We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes.

   Third-party services. CMJ uses Beehiiv (email delivery and website hosting), Stripe (payment processing), and standard web analytics tools. These services have their own privacy policies. By using CMJ, you acknowledge the use of these third-party services.

   Cookies. The CMJ website uses cookies for essential functionality and analytics. A cookie banner is displayed on your first visit, allowing you to opt out of non-essential cookies.

   Your rights (GDPR/CCPA). If you are a resident of the European Economic Area, the United Kingdom, or California, you have additional rights regarding your personal data, including the right to access, correct, delete, or port your data, and the right to opt out of certain data processing. To exercise these rights, contact [email protected]. Beehiiv handles data deletion and export requests at the platform level on our behalf.

   Data retention. We retain subscriber data for as long as your subscription is active and for a reasonable period afterward for administrative and legal purposes. You may request deletion at any time.

9. Limitation of Liability

   While reasonable efforts are made to ensure accuracy, CMJ makes no representations or warranties regarding the completeness, reliability, or timeliness of the information provided.

   CMJ is provided “as is” and “as available.” To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, CMJ disclaims all warranties, express or implied, including implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement.

   In no event shall CMJ, its author, or its affiliates be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of or reliance on CMJ content, including but not limited to investment losses, lost profits, or loss of data.

   Your sole remedy for dissatisfaction with CMJ is to cancel your subscription.

10. Changes to Terms

    We reserve the right to modify these Terms of Use at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last updated” date. For material changes, we will notify subscribers via email.

    Continued use of CMJ after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised terms.

11. Contact

    For questions about these terms, contact:

    [email protected]

    For data privacy requests (access, deletion, export), contact:

    [email protected]