Terms of Service

Effective Date: March 23, 2026

These Terms of Service (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of the Riyadh Art website located at riyadhart.org (“Website”), operated by The Vanderbilt Portfolio (“we,” “us,” or “our”). By accessing or using the Website, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, you must not access or use the Website.

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes become effective upon posting to the Website. Your continued use of the Website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the modified Terms. We encourage you to review these Terms periodically.

Description of Service

Riyadh Art provides editorial content, research analysis, market intelligence, and informational resources related to the contemporary art ecosystem in Saudi Arabia and the broader Gulf region. Our services include published articles, data analysis, institutional profiles, artist biographies, exhibition reviews, market commentary, glossary entries, comparative analyses, and related editorial content (“Content”).

The Website is provided for informational and educational purposes. While we strive for accuracy in all published Content, the information presented should not be construed as professional advice — whether financial, legal, investment, or otherwise. Users seeking professional guidance regarding art acquisition, investment, legal compliance, or other professional matters should consult qualified professionals in the relevant field.

Intellectual Property Rights

Our Content

All Content published on the Website — including text, data compilations, analysis, graphics, logos, page layouts, and the selection and arrangement of information — is protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws. The Content is owned by The Vanderbilt Portfolio or is used under license from third-party rights holders.

You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, create derivative works from, publicly display, publicly perform, republish, download, store, or transmit any Content from the Website except as follows: you may temporarily store copies of materials in RAM incidental to your accessing and viewing those materials; you may store files that are automatically cached by your web browser for display enhancement purposes; you may print or download one copy of a reasonable number of pages of the Website for your own personal, non-commercial use and not for further reproduction, publication, or distribution; and if we provide social media features with certain content, you may take such actions as are enabled by those features.

You must not modify copies of any materials from the Website, use any illustrations, photographs, video or audio sequences, or any graphics separately from the accompanying text, or delete or alter any copyright, trademark, or other proprietary rights notices from copies of materials from the Website.

Fair Use and Academic Citation

We recognize that limited quotation from our Content for purposes of commentary, criticism, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, or research may constitute fair use under applicable copyright law. Users quoting our Content under fair use principles should provide appropriate attribution, including the article title, author name, publication date, and a link to the original URL on riyadhart.org.

Academic researchers citing Riyadh Art Content in scholarly publications should follow the citation conventions of their discipline, ensuring that our Content is accurately attributed and that the context of quoted material is faithfully represented.

User-Generated Content

If you submit, post, or transmit any content to or through the Website — including comments, feedback, suggestions, ideas, or other materials (“User Content”) — you grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual, irrevocable, and fully sublicensable right to use, reproduce, modify, adapt, publish, translate, create derivative works from, distribute, and display such User Content throughout the world in any media.

You represent and warrant that you own or control all rights in and to any User Content you submit, that the User Content is accurate, that use of the User Content does not violate these Terms and will not cause injury to any person or entity, and that you will indemnify us for all claims resulting from User Content you supply.

User Conduct

You agree to use the Website only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. You agree not to use the Website in any way that violates any applicable law or regulation, whether local, national, or international.

You further agree not to engage in any conduct that restricts or inhibits anyone’s use or enjoyment of the Website, or which, as determined by us, may harm The Vanderbilt Portfolio or users of the Website, or expose them to liability. You agree not to use the Website in any manner that could disable, overburden, damage, or impair the site or interfere with any other party’s use of the Website, including their ability to engage in real-time activities through the Website.

You agree not to use any robot, spider, or other automatic device, process, or means to access the Website for any purpose, including monitoring or copying any of the material on the Website, without our prior written consent. You agree not to use any manual process to monitor or copy any of the material on the Website, or for any other purpose not expressly authorized in these Terms, without our prior written consent.

You agree not to introduce any viruses, Trojan horses, worms, logic bombs, or other material that is malicious or technologically harmful. You agree not to attempt to gain unauthorized access to, interfere with, damage, or disrupt any parts of the Website, the server on which the Website is stored, or any server, computer, or database connected to the Website.

Third-Party Links and Content

The Website may contain links to third-party websites, services, and resources that are not owned or controlled by The Vanderbilt Portfolio. These links are provided for convenience and informational purposes only. We have no control over the contents of those sites or resources and accept no responsibility for them or for any loss or damage that may arise from your use of them.

Our Content frequently references and discusses the activities, programs, and publications of third-party institutions, organizations, and individuals — including the Saudi Ministry of Culture, the Diriyah Biennale Foundation, the Royal Commission for AlUla, the Misk Art Institute, galleries, auction houses, artists, and others. References to these entities in our Content do not imply endorsement by or affiliation with those entities, nor do they imply that those entities endorse or are affiliated with Riyadh Art.

Advertising and Third-Party Services

The Website may display advertisements provided by third-party advertising networks including Google AdSense. The display of advertisements on the Website does not constitute endorsement of the advertised products or services. Third-party advertisers may use cookies and similar technologies to collect information about your browsing activity for purposes of targeted advertising. Your interaction with advertised products and services is solely between you and the advertiser.

Disclaimer of Warranties

THE WEBSITE AND ALL CONTENT ARE PROVIDED ON AN “AS IS” AND “AS AVAILABLE” BASIS, WITHOUT ANY WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. NEITHER THE VANDERBILT PORTFOLIO NOR ANY PERSON ASSOCIATED WITH THE VANDERBILT PORTFOLIO MAKES ANY WARRANTY OR REPRESENTATION WITH RESPECT TO THE COMPLETENESS, SECURITY, RELIABILITY, QUALITY, ACCURACY, OR AVAILABILITY OF THE WEBSITE OR CONTENT.

WITHOUT LIMITING THE FOREGOING, NEITHER THE VANDERBILT PORTFOLIO NOR ANYONE ASSOCIATED WITH THE VANDERBILT PORTFOLIO REPRESENTS OR WARRANTS THAT THE WEBSITE, ITS CONTENT, OR ANY SERVICES OR ITEMS OBTAINED THROUGH THE WEBSITE WILL BE ACCURATE, RELIABLE, ERROR-FREE, OR UNINTERRUPTED, THAT DEFECTS WILL BE CORRECTED, THAT THE WEBSITE OR THE SERVER THAT MAKES IT AVAILABLE ARE FREE OF VIRUSES OR OTHER HARMFUL COMPONENTS, OR THAT THE WEBSITE OR ANY SERVICES OR ITEMS OBTAINED THROUGH THE WEBSITE WILL OTHERWISE MEET YOUR NEEDS OR EXPECTATIONS.

Art Market Disclaimer

Content published on the Website that discusses art market conditions, auction results, investment considerations, market trends, or the financial aspects of art collecting is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice, financial advice, or a recommendation to purchase or sell any artwork or art-related asset.

Art market conditions are inherently uncertain and subject to rapid change. Past performance of any artwork, artist, or market segment does not guarantee future results. The value of art assets can decline as well as increase, and there is no assurance that any artwork will appreciate in value or be resalable at any price.

Users considering art purchases for investment purposes should conduct their own due diligence, consult qualified financial and legal advisors, and make decisions based on their own research and risk tolerance rather than relying on Content published on the Website.

Limitation of Liability

TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PROVIDED BY LAW, IN NO EVENT WILL THE VANDERBILT PORTFOLIO, ITS AFFILIATES, OR THEIR LICENSORS, SERVICE PROVIDERS, EMPLOYEES, AGENTS, OFFICERS, OR DIRECTORS BE LIABLE FOR DAMAGES OF ANY KIND, UNDER ANY LEGAL THEORY, ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH YOUR USE, OR INABILITY TO USE, THE WEBSITE, ANY WEBSITES LINKED TO IT, ANY CONTENT ON THE WEBSITE OR SUCH OTHER WEBSITES, INCLUDING ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO, PERSONAL INJURY, PAIN AND SUFFERING, EMOTIONAL DISTRESS, LOSS OF REVENUE, LOSS OF PROFITS, LOSS OF BUSINESS OR ANTICIPATED SAVINGS, LOSS OF USE, LOSS OF GOODWILL, LOSS OF DATA, AND WHETHER CAUSED BY TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE), BREACH OF CONTRACT, OR OTHERWISE, EVEN IF FORESEEABLE.

Indemnification

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless The Vanderbilt Portfolio, its affiliates, licensors, and service providers, and its and their respective officers, directors, employees, contractors, agents, licensors, suppliers, successors, and assigns from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, judgments, awards, losses, costs, expenses, or fees (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) arising out of or relating to your violation of these Terms or your use of the Website.

Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms and any dispute or claim arising therefrom or related thereto shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws applicable to the jurisdiction of The Vanderbilt Portfolio’s principal place of business, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

Any legal suit, action, or proceeding arising out of or related to these Terms or the Website shall be instituted exclusively in the courts of competent jurisdiction, and you consent to the personal jurisdiction of such courts.

Severability

If any provision of these Terms is held by a court or other tribunal of competent jurisdiction to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable for any reason, such provision shall be eliminated or limited to the minimum extent such that the remaining provisions of the Terms will continue in full force and effect.

Waiver

No waiver by The Vanderbilt Portfolio of any term or condition set out in these Terms shall be deemed a further or continuing waiver of such term or condition or a waiver of any other term or condition, and any failure of The Vanderbilt Portfolio to assert a right or provision under these Terms shall not constitute a waiver of such right or provision.

Entire Agreement

These Terms, our Privacy Policy, and our Cookies Policy constitute the sole and entire agreement between you and The Vanderbilt Portfolio regarding the Website and supersede all prior and contemporaneous understandings, agreements, representations, and warranties, both written and oral, regarding the Website.

Contact Information

Questions or comments about these Terms may be directed to:

The Vanderbilt Portfolio Riyadh Art Editorial Email: info@riyadhart.org

Changes to Terms

We may revise and update these Terms from time to time at our sole discretion. All changes are effective immediately when we post them and apply to all access to and use of the Website thereafter. Your continued use of the Website following the posting of revised Terms means that you accept and agree to the changes.

Data Accuracy and Reliance

While Riyadh Art makes every reasonable effort to verify the accuracy of information published on the Website, the Saudi art ecosystem is characterized by rapid development, frequent institutional changes, evolving policy frameworks, and limited public data availability. Users should be aware that art market data — including auction results, gallery pricing, attendance figures, budget allocations, and economic impact estimates — is subject to inherent uncertainties, measurement challenges, and reporting inconsistencies across different sources.

Information published on the Website reflects conditions as of the date of publication and may not account for subsequent developments. Users are encouraged to verify time-sensitive information — particularly regarding event dates, venue access, institutional programs, and contact information — directly with the relevant organizations. Exhibition schedules, biennale dates, gallery hours, and event programs are subject to change without notice, and Riyadh Art accepts no responsibility for decisions made in reliance on information that has been superseded by subsequent developments.

Data drawn from third-party sources — including government statistical agencies, auction houses, international media organizations, and academic publications — is presented in good faith based on our assessment of the source’s reliability, but we cannot guarantee the accuracy of third-party data. Users who require the highest level of data accuracy for financial, investment, or professional decision-making should consult primary sources directly and engage qualified professionals as appropriate.

Accessibility

Riyadh Art is committed to making the Website accessible to users with disabilities and to complying with applicable accessibility standards. We strive to ensure that our content is perceivable, operable, understandable, and robust in accordance with widely recognized accessibility guidelines.

If you experience accessibility barriers when using the Website, please contact us at info@riyadhart.org with a description of the specific accessibility issue, the page or feature affected, and your preferred means of contact. We will make reasonable efforts to address accessibility concerns and to improve the accessibility of the Website over time.

Children and Minors

The Website is not directed to children under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16. If you believe that a child under 16 has provided personal information through the Website, please contact us immediately so that we can take appropriate action to remove such information from our systems.

International Users

The Website is operated from the United States. If you access the Website from a jurisdiction outside the United States, you do so at your own risk and are responsible for compliance with local laws to the extent that local laws are applicable. These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the jurisdiction in which The Vanderbilt Portfolio is established, without regard to conflict of law principles.