Terms of Use for Circassian Family Tree Website and Video/Directory Listing Services. Effective Date: 15.06.2023
Welcome to the Circassian Family Tree website and video/directory listing services (collectively referred to as the "Services"). These Terms of Use ("Terms") govern your access to and use of the Services provided by Circassian Family Tree (referred to as "we," "us," or "our"). By accessing or using our Services, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, please refrain from accessing or using our Services.
Acceptance of Terms By using our Services, you affirm that you are at least 18 years old or have the legal capacity to enter into a binding agreement. If you are accessing or using our Services on behalf of an organization, you represent and warrant that you have the authority to bind that organization to these Terms.
Description of Services Circassian Family Tree provides a website and video/directory listing services for individuals interested in exploring and documenting their Circassian genealogy and family history. Our Services allow users to create, share, and access family trees, upload and view videos related to Circassian heritage, and participate in a directory listing of Circassian individuals and organizations. User Responsibilities
a. Registration: To access certain features of our Services, you may be required to create an account. You agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information during the registration process. You are solely responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and for any activities conducted under your account.
b. Prohibited Conduct: You agree not to use our Services for any unlawful, harmful, or malicious purposes. You shall not: Violate any applicable laws or regulations. Infringe upon the intellectual property rights of others. Engage in any fraudulent or deceptive activities. Disrupt the operation of our Services or interfere with other users' access. Transmit any viruses, malware, or harmful code. Harvest or collect personal information from other users without their consent. Engage in any activity that may impose an unreasonable burden on our infrastructure.
c. Content Submission: When using our Services, you may upload or submit content, including family trees, videos, or directory listings. You retain ownership of any intellectual property rights you hold in such content. However, by submitting content to our Services, you grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide license to use, display, reproduce, modify, and distribute that content for the purpose of operating and improving the Services.
Privacy We are committed to protecting your privacy. Our Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and disclose information when you use our Services. By using our Services, you consent to the collection and use of your information as described in our Privacy Policy. Intellectual Property Rights. The content and materials provided through our Services, including but not limited to text, graphics, images, logos, and videos, are owned by or licensed to us and are protected by intellectual property laws. You may not use, reproduce, modify, or distribute any content from our Services without our prior written consent.
Third-Party Links Our Services may contain links to third-party websites or services. We do not endorse or assume any responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of these third-party sites. Your interactions with such third parties are solely between you and the third party, and we shall not be liable for any damages or losses arising from such interactions.
Modifications to the Terms We reserve the right to modify or update these Terms at any time. Any changes will be effective upon posting the revised Terms on our website. It is your responsibility to review and familiarize yourself with any updates or modifications to the Terms. By continuing to access or use our Services after any changes have been made, you acknowledge and agree to be bound by the revised Terms. Termination. We may, at our sole discretion, suspend or terminate your access to our Services if we believe you have violated these Terms or if your use of the Services poses a risk to us or other users. Upon termination, all rights and licenses granted to you under these Terms will immediately cease, and you must discontinue any use of our Services.
Disclaimer of Warranties OUR SERVICES ARE PROVIDED ON AN "AS-IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" BASIS. WE DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES, WHETHER EXPRESS, IMPLIED, OR STATUTORY, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ACCURACY, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT. WE MAKE NO GUARANTEE THAT OUR SERVICES WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED, SECURE, OR ERROR-FREE. YOU USE OUR SERVICES AT YOUR OWN RISK.
Limitation of Liability IN NO EVENT SHALL WE BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR EXEMPLARY DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH YOUR USE OF OUR SERVICES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF PROFITS, DATA, OR OTHER INTANGIBLE LOSSES, EVEN IF WE HAVE BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. OUR TOTAL LIABILITY TO YOU FOR ANY CLAIMS ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO THESE TERMS OR OUR SERVICES SHALL NOT EXCEED THE AMOUNT PAID BY YOU, IF ANY, TO US FOR THE USE OF THE SERVICES.
Governing Law and Jurisdiction These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of [Jurisdiction]. Any disputes arising out of or in connection with these Terms or our Services shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in [Jurisdiction]. Severability. If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision shall be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary, and the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.
Entire Agreement These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and Circassian Family Tree concerning the subject matter herein and supersede all prior or contemporaneous agreements, communications, and understandings, whether written or oral.
Indemnification You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Circassian Family Tree, its officers, directors, employees, and affiliates from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses, including reasonable attorneys' fees and costs, arising out of or in any way connected with your use of our Services, violation of these Terms, or infringement of any intellectual property or other rights of any third party. Notice Any notices or communications regarding these Terms or our Services shall be sent to the contact information provided by you during the registration process or through a prominent notice on our website. It is your responsibility to ensure that the contact information you provide is accurate and up to date.
Waiver Our failure to enforce any provision of these Terms shall not be deemed a waiver of such provision or any other provision herein. Any waiver must be in writing and signed by an authorized representative of Circassian Family Tree to be effective. Assignment You may not assign or transfer any rights or obligations under these Terms without our prior written consent. We may freely assign or transfer these Terms, in whole or in part, without restriction.
Survival Sections 5 (Intellectual Property Rights), 7 (Modifications to the Terms), 8 (Termination), 9 (Disclaimer of Warranties), 10 (Limitation of Liability), 11 (Governing Law and Jurisdiction), 12 (Severability), and this Section 18 (Survival), as well as any other provisions necessary for the interpretation or enforcement of these Terms, shall survive the termination or expiration of these Terms. We encourage you to carefully read and understand these Terms of Use. By accessing or using our Circassian Family Tree website and video/directory listing services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to be bound by these Terms.
Beta Features From time to time, we may offer beta features or services that are still in the testing phase ("Beta Features"). You understand and acknowledge that Beta Features may contain errors, bugs, or other limitations and may not be fully functional. You agree to use Beta Features at your own risk and provide us with feedback and suggestions to help improve their performance and functionality. We shall not be held liable for any loss, damage, or inconvenience caused by your use of Beta Features.
User Feedback We welcome your feedback, comments, suggestions, and ideas regarding our Services ("Feedback"). By providing us with Feedback, you grant us a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free, irrevocable, sublicensable, and transferable right to use, reproduce, distribute, modify, adapt, and display the Feedback for any purpose without any obligation to you.
Community Guidelines We aim to maintain a respectful and inclusive community within our Services. By using our Services, you agree to adhere to our Community Guidelines, which prohibit any form of harassment, hate speech, discrimination, or offensive content. We reserve the right to remove or disable any content that violates these guidelines and take appropriate action against users who engage in such behavior.
Language These Terms of Use are originally written in English. In the event of any discrepancy or conflict between the English version and any translated version, the English version shall prevail.
Contact Us If you have any questions, concerns, or feedback regarding these Terms or our Services, please Contact us We will make reasonable efforts to address and resolve any issues or inquiries in a timely manner.
