1. Introduction
These Terms and Conditions govern your use of The Service. By accessing or using The Platform, you agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, you must not use The Service. This agreement constitutes a legally binding contract between you and The Platform.
2. Accounts
To access certain features of The Service, you may be required to create an account. You agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information during the registration process and to update such information to keep it accurate, current, and complete. You are responsible for safeguarding your password and for any activities or actions under your account. You agree to notify us immediately upon becoming aware of any breach of security or unauthorized use of your account.
3. User Content
You are solely responsible for any content that you post, upload, or otherwise make available on The Platform. By submitting content, you grant The Platform a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free, transferable license to use, reproduce, modify, publish, and distribute such content in any media. You represent and warrant that you own or have the necessary rights to use and authorize us to use your content as described herein.
4. Intellectual Property
All content, trademarks, and other intellectual property rights in The Service are owned by or licensed to The Platform. You may not reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works from any content without our express written permission. Unauthorized use of any content may violate copyright, trademark, and other laws.
5. Termination
We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your account and access to The Service at our sole discretion, without notice, for conduct that we believe violates these Terms or is harmful to other users of The Service, us, or third parties, or for any other reason.
6. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless The Platform, its affiliates, and their respective officers, directors, employees, and agents from and against any and all claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of or in connection with your use of The Service, your violation of these Terms, or your violation of any rights of another party.
7. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, in no event shall The Platform, its affiliates, or their respective officers, directors, employees, or agents be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including without limitation loss of profits, data, use, goodwill, or other intangible losses, resulting from your access to or use of, or inability to access or use, The Service.
8. Governing Law
These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the jurisdiction in which The Platform operates, without regard to its conflict of law principles. You agree to submit to the personal jurisdiction of the courts located within that jurisdiction for the resolution of any disputes arising out of or relating to these Terms or your use of The Service.
9. Changes
We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Terms on The Platform. You are advised to review these Terms periodically for any changes. Your continued use of The Service after the posting of changes constitutes your acceptance of such changes.
If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us at the designated contact information provided on The Platform. We will respond to your inquiries as promptly as possible.
11. Privacy Policy
Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy outlines the types of personal information we collect, how we use it, and the steps we take to protect your information. By using The Service, you consent to the data practices described in this policy.
12. Data We Collect
We collect various types of information in order to provide and improve our services. This includes Log Data, which may include your IP address, browser type, operating system, and other usage data. We also collect Personal Data, which may include your name, email address, and other information you provide when you register or use The Service.
13. Cookies & Tracking
The Platform uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience. Cookies are small data files stored on your device that help us recognize you and provide personalized content. You can choose to accept or decline cookies, but this may prevent you from taking full advantage of The Service.
14. Service Providers
We may employ third-party companies and individuals to facilitate our Service, provide the Service on our behalf, perform Service-related services, or assist us in analyzing how our Service is used. These third parties have access to your Personal Data only to perform these tasks on our behalf and are obligated not to disclose or use it for any other purpose.
15. Security
The security of your Personal Data is important to us, but remember that no method of transmission over the Internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your Personal Data, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.
16. Links to Other Sites
The Service may contain links to other sites that are not operated by us. If you click on a third-party link, you will be directed to that third party's site. We strongly advise you to review the Privacy Policy and Terms of Service of every site you visit. We have no control over and assume no responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party sites or services.
17. Children's Privacy
The Service is not intended for use by children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personally identifiable information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and you are aware that your child has provided us with Personal Data, please contact us. If we become aware that we have collected Personal Data from children without verification of parental consent, we take steps to remove that information from our servers.
18. Changes to This Policy
We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on The Platform. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes. Changes to this Privacy Policy are effective when they are posted on this page.
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us using the contact information provided on The Platform. We will respond to your inquiries as promptly as possible.
20. DMCA
The Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) provides a mechanism for copyright owners to notify us of alleged copyright infringement. If you believe that your work has been copied in a way that constitutes copyright infringement, please provide us with a written notice that includes your contact information, a description of the copyrighted work, and a description of where the infringing material is located on The Service. We will respond to such notices in accordance with the DMCA.
21. Disclaimer
The information provided by The Service is for general informational purposes only. While we strive to provide accurate and up-to-date information, we make no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, about the completeness, accuracy, reliability, suitability, or availability with respect to The Service or the information, products, services, or related graphics contained on The Service for any purpose.
22. No Professional Advice
The Service does not provide professional advice, and any reliance you place on such information is strictly at your own risk. You should consult with a qualified professional for advice regarding your specific situation.
23. Affiliate Disclosure
Some links on The Service may be affiliate links, which means that we may earn a commission if you click on the link and make a purchase. This does not affect the price you pay and helps us maintain and improve The Service.
24. External Links Disclaimer
The Service may contain links to external websites that are not provided or maintained by us. We do not guarantee the accuracy, relevance, timeliness, or completeness of any information on these external websites.
25. Errors and Omissions
While we strive to provide accurate information, there may be errors or omissions in the content of The Service. We do not accept any liability for any loss or damage arising from reliance on the information provided on The Service.
26. Fair Use Notice
The Service may contain copyrighted material that has not always been specifically authorized by the copyright owner. We make such material available for criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, or research purposes. We believe this constitutes a 'fair use' of any such copyrighted material as provided for in Section 107 of the U.S. Copyright Law.