Terms of Use

Last updated: this is a prototype build and these terms are provisional.

By accessing and using What If ("this site", "we", "us"), you accept and agree to be bound by these Terms of Use. If you do not agree, please do not use this site.

Nature of the content

This site publishes speculative "what if" scenarios: pieces of writing that start from real historical events and imagine an alternative outcome, then trace plausible consequences from it. This content is a thought experiment and a form of speculative nonfiction, not historical fact, prediction, or scholarly claim. The "what actually happened" background in each article aims to be factually accurate; everything that follows it is explicitly speculative and should be read as such.

Use of content

All editorial content on this site is the original work of What If and is protected by copyright. You may share links to our pages freely. You may quote brief excerpts for non-commercial purposes provided you attribute the source with a link. You may not reproduce substantial portions of our content without written permission.

Accuracy of historical background

We make every effort to ensure the accuracy of the real historical information that grounds each scenario. However, this content may contain errors or omissions and should not be relied upon as an authoritative historical source. If you spot an error, please contact us — we welcome corrections.

Third-party advertising

Once live, this site intends to display advertising served by third parties, potentially including Google AdSense. We do not control the content of third-party advertisements and are not responsible for the products or services they promote. Advertising does not constitute an endorsement by What If.

External links

We may link to external websites for reference, including source material for historical background. These links are provided for convenience only. We have no control over the content of external sites and accept no responsibility for them.

Limitation of liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, What If excludes all liability for any loss or damage arising from your use of this site or its content, including any reliance placed on speculative content as though it were factual.

Changes to these terms

We may update these terms from time to time, particularly as the site moves from prototype to a live, publicly hosted site. Continued use of the site following any changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised terms.