Terms & Conditions

Terms and Conditions
Dublin Review of Books

Last updated: March 2026


By accessing and using this website (drb.ie), you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions. Please read them carefully before using the site.


1. About the Dublin Review of Books
The Dublin Review of Books (the “drb”) is an online publication featuring essays, reviews, and commentary on books, ideas, and culture. The drb is committed to providing high-quality literary and intellectual content to readers.


2. Intellectual Property and Copyright
All content published on this website, including but not limited to articles, essays, reviews, images, and design elements, is protected by copyright law. Unless otherwise stated, copyright in individual articles and essays belongs to their respective authors. The compilation and presentation of content is copyright of the Dublin Review of Books.
You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, transmit, or use any content from this website for commercial purposes without prior written permission from the copyright holder.


3. Permitted Use of Content
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• Share links to the homepage, individual articles, or other pages on this website
• Post links on social media platforms, forums, blogs, and news sites
• Quote brief excerpts (up to 150 words) for the purpose of review or commentary, provided that full attribution is given including the author’s name and a link to the original article
You may not:
• Reproduce entire articles or substantial portions of content without permission
• Use content for commercial purposes without a licence
• Remove or alter any copyright notices or attributions
• Frame or embed content from this site without permission
For permission to reproduce any content from this website, please contact us at [email protected] in the first instance.


4. Disclaimer and Limitation of Liability
The content on this website is provided for general information and cultural commentary purposes. While we strive for accuracy, the drb and its authors make no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, about the completeness, accuracy, reliability, or suitability of any information contained on the website.
To the fullest extent permitted by law, the drb and its authors shall not be held liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from:
• Your use of, or inability to use, this website
• Any errors or omissions in the content
• Any reliance you place on information published on this site
• Any action taken as a result of reading content on this site


5. Links to Third-Party Websites
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• Has no control over the content or availability of linked sites
• Is not responsible for any loss or damage arising from your use of third-party websites
We encourage you to review the terms and privacy policies of any external sites you visit.


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• Impersonate any person or entity
• Attempt to gain unauthorised access to any part of the website
• Use the website in any way that could damage, disable, or impair its operation


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8. Privacy
Your use of this website is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.


9. Changes to These Terms
We reserve the right to update or modify these Terms and Conditions at any time without prior notice. The date of the most recent revision will be indicated at the top of this page. Your continued use of the website following any changes constitutes acceptance of the revised terms.


10. Governing Law
These Terms and Conditions are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Ireland. Any disputes arising from or relating to your use of this website shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Ireland.


11. Severability
If any provision of these Terms and Conditions is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.


12. Complete Agreement
These Terms and Conditions, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and the Dublin Review of Books regarding your use of this website.


13. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about these Terms and Conditions, please contact us:
Email: [email protected]
You can also reach us via the Contact page on this website.