Terms of Use – Harbourside Chronicle

Acceptance of Terms

  • By accessing or using the Harbourside Chronicle website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Use.
  • If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, you must not use or access the website.
  • Your continued use of Harbourside Chronicle constitutes your acceptance of any current or future modifications to these Terms.
  • These Terms of Use form a legally binding agreement between you and Harbourside Chronicle regarding your use of the site and its content.
  • You affirm that you are at least 18 years of age, or that you have reviewed these terms with a parent or legal guardian who agrees to be bound by them on your behalf.

Disclaimer of Warranties

  • Harbourside Chronicle is provided on an 'as is' and 'as available' basis without any express or implied warranties of any kind.
  • We do not warrant that the site will be uninterrupted, error-free, secure, or free from viruses or other harmful components.
  • No advice or information, whether oral or written, obtained from Harbourside Chronicle shall create any warranty not expressly stated herein.
  • We expressly disclaim all warranties, including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement.
  • Your use of Harbourside Chronicle and reliance on any information provided is solely at your own risk.

Prohibited Uses

  • You agree not to use Harbourside Chronicle for any unlawful purpose or in violation of any applicable laws or regulations.
  • You must not attempt to gain unauthorized access to the website, its servers, or any user accounts, nor interfere with the site's operation by hacking, phishing, or deploying malware.
  • Spamming, sending unsolicited communications, or collecting personal data from users without consent is strictly prohibited.
  • You must not upload, post, or transmit any content that is defamatory, obscene, harassing, abusive, or otherwise objectionable.
  • Commercial exploitation of the site or its content, including resale or redistribution, is not permitted without prior written consent from Harbourside Chronicle.
  • Impersonating any person or entity or misrepresenting your affiliation with any entity is forbidden.
  • You are prohibited from using any automated means, such as bots or scrapers, to access or collect data from the site.

Intellectual Property Rights

  • All content on Harbourside Chronicle, including articles, images, logos, graphics, and software, is the exclusive property of Harbourside Chronicle or its licensors, and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.
  • The name 'Harbourside Chronicle' and its associated logo are protected trademarks and may not be used without express written permission.
  • You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, display, or create derivative works from any content on the site without prior authorization.
  • If you submit or upload content to Harbourside Chronicle, you grant us a worldwide, royalty-free, perpetual, non-exclusive license to use, display, reproduce, and distribute such content in connection with the site.
  • You are responsible for ensuring that any content you submit does not infringe upon the intellectual property rights of others.
  • All rights not expressly granted herein are reserved by Harbourside Chronicle.

Limitation of Liability

  • To the fullest extent permitted by law, Harbourside Chronicle and its affiliates, officers, employees, and agents shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of or inability to use the site.
  • We shall not be responsible for any errors, omissions, interruptions, or delays in the content or services provided on the website.
  • Harbourside Chronicle makes no representations or warranties regarding the accuracy, reliability, or completeness of any information on the site.
  • You agree that your sole remedy for dissatisfaction with the site or its content is to stop using Harbourside Chronicle.
  • Under no circumstances will our total liability to you for all damages, losses, or causes of action exceed the amount you have paid (if any) for accessing the site.
  • Nothing in these Terms excludes or limits liability for death or personal injury caused by negligence, fraud, or any liability that cannot be excluded or limited under applicable law.

Governing Law & Jurisdiction

  • These Terms of Use shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of England and Wales.
  • Any disputes arising out of or relating to these Terms or your use of Harbourside Chronicle shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.
  • You agree to submit to the personal jurisdiction of the courts located in England and Wales for the resolution of any disputes.
  • If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.
  • No waiver by Harbourside Chronicle of any breach or default hereunder shall be deemed a waiver of any preceding or subsequent breach or default.

Changes to Terms

  • Harbourside Chronicle reserves the right to modify, update, or replace these Terms of Use at any time and at our sole discretion.
  • We will notify users of material changes to these Terms by posting a prominent notice on the website or by other appropriate means.
  • Your continued use of the site after any changes to the Terms indicates your acceptance of the revised Terms.
  • It is your responsibility to review these Terms periodically for any updates or changes.
  • If you do not agree to any amended Terms, you must discontinue use of Harbourside Chronicle immediately.