Terms of Use

Last Updated: 5th November 2024

Welcome to Bitcoin Policy UK (“we,” “our,” or “us”). By accessing and using our website located at https://www.bitcoinpolicy.net/ (“the Site”), you agree to comply with and be bound by the following terms of use (“Terms”), our Privacy Policy, and any other guidelines or policies posted on the Site. Please read these Terms carefully before using the Site.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using our Site, you signify that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, please do not use the Site. We reserve the right to update or modify these Terms at any time without prior notice. Your continued use of the Site following any changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms.

2. Use of Site

You may use the Site for lawful purposes only. You agree not to use the Site in any way that violates any applicable laws, regulations, or these Terms, including but not limited to:

  • Posting, transmitting, or sharing content that is unlawful, harmful, defamatory, or otherwise objectionable.
  • Engaging in any activity that interferes with or disrupts the operation of the Site.
  • Attempting to gain unauthorized access to any portion of the Site, servers, or other systems.
  • Collecting or harvesting information about users of the Site for any unauthorized purpose.

3. User Accounts

Certain features of the Site may require you to create an account. You agree to:

  • Provide accurate and complete information during registration.
  • Keep your account password confidential and restrict access to your account.
  • Notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account.

You are responsible for all activities that occur under your account. We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate these Terms or are otherwise deemed inappropriate.

4. Intellectual Property Rights

All content on the Site, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, and software, is the property of Bitcoin Policy UK or its content suppliers and protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. You are granted a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and use the Site and its content for personal, non-commercial purposes.

You agree not to:

  • Modify, distribute, reproduce, or publicly display any content from the Site without our prior written permission.
  • Use any meta tags or other hidden text utilizing our name or trademarks without our express written consent.
  • Copy or use any proprietary content or information on the Site for any unauthorized purpose.

5. User-Generated Content

If you post, upload, or submit any content on the Site, you grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual, and worldwide license to use, display, distribute, and create derivative works from such content for any lawful purpose. You represent and warrant that:

  • You own or control all rights to the content you post.
  • The content does not violate these Terms, any third-party rights, or any applicable laws.

We reserve the right, but are not obligated, to remove any user-generated content that violates these Terms or is otherwise deemed inappropriate.

6. Privacy

Your privacy is important to us. Please review our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information. By using the Site, you consent to the collection and use of your information as described in the Privacy Policy (a link to which is on the Site). 

7. Disclaimer of Warranties

The Site and all content, materials, and services provided are on an “as-is” and “as-available” basis. To the fullest extent permitted by law, we disclaim all warranties, express or implied, including, but not limited to:

  • Warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement.
  • Warranties that the Site will be uninterrupted, error-free, or free from viruses or other harmful components.

We do not warrant or make any representations regarding the use, validity, accuracy, or reliability of the Site or any information or content provided therein.

8. Limitation of Liability

In no event shall Bitcoin Policy UK, its affiliates, directors, employees, or agents be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising out of or related to your use or inability to use the Site, even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages.

Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion of certain warranties or the limitation of liability, so some of the above limitations may not apply to you.

9. Links to Third-Party Websites

The Site may contain links to third-party websites. These links are provided for your convenience only, and we have no control over the content or practices of these websites. We do not endorse, warrant, or guarantee the products, services, or information found on these external sites. Your access to and use of any third-party websites is at your own risk.

10. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Bitcoin Policy UK and its affiliates, directors, employees, and agents from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses, including reasonable attorneys’ fees, arising out of or in any way connected with your use of the Site, your violation of these Terms, or your violation of any third-party rights.

11. Termination

We reserve the right to terminate or suspend your access to the Site at our sole discretion, without notice, if we believe you have violated these Terms or engaged in conduct that we deem inappropriate. Upon termination, your right to use the Site will immediately cease.

12. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of England and Wales. Any disputes arising out of or in connection with these Terms or your use of the Site shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in England and Wales.

13. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or comments regarding these Terms, please contact us on [email protected]