This Terms of Use Agreement (“Agreement”) governs your access to and use of the website operated by the International Center of Trade Transparency Limited (“ICTT,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) located at https://www.icttm.org (“Website”). By accessing, browsing, or using the Website, you agree to be bound by the terms and conditions set forth in this Agreement, as well as any additional guidelines or policies that may be posted on the Website from time to time.
Acceptance of Terms
By using the Website, you agree to be legally bound by the terms and conditions of this Agreement. If you do not agree with any of these terms, you should not access or use the Website.
Changes to Terms
We reserve the right to modify, update, or change this Agreement at any time, without prior notice. Any changes will be posted on this page, and your continued use of the Website following such changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised Agreement.
Intellectual Property Rights
All content, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, video, and audio on the Website, is the property of ICTT or its content suppliers and is protected by international copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, transmit, or otherwise exploit any content from the Website without our prior written consent.
License and Access
We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, and revocable license to access and use the Website for your personal, non-commercial use, subject to your compliance with this Agreement. Any unauthorized use of the Website or its content may result in the termination of this license without notice.
User Conduct
You agree to use the Website in a manner that is lawful, non-infringing, and respectful of the rights of others. You may not use the Website for any purpose that is illegal, fraudulent, or harmful, or that could damage or disrupt the functionality, security, or integrity of the Website.
Disclaimer of Warranties
The Website and its content are provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis without any warranties of any kind, express or implied, including but not limited to warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement. We make no representations or warranties that the Website will be uninterrupted, error-free, secure, or free of viruses or other harmful components.
Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, ICTT and its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, and agents shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising out of or in connection with your access to, use of, or inability to use the Website or any content provided on the Website.
Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless ICTT and its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, and agents from and against any and all claims, damages, losses, costs, or other expenses (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) arising out of or related to your use of the Website or your violation of this Agreement.
Governing Law and Jurisdiction
This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the United Kingdom, without regard to its conflicts of law principles. Any disputes arising out of or relating to this Agreement or your use of the Website shall be resolved exclusively in the courts located in the United Kingdom, and you agree to submit to the personal jurisdiction of such courts for the purpose of litigating all such disputes.
Severability
If any provision of this Agreement is found to be invalid or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect, and the invalid or unenforceable provision shall be deemed replaced by a valid, enforceable provision that most closely reflects the intent of the original provision.
Termination
We reserve the right, in our sole discretion, to terminate or restrict your access to the Website, without notice, for any or no reason, and without liability to you or any third party. In addition, we may terminate this Agreement at any time, without notice, if we believe that you have violated any term of this Agreement.
Privacy Policy
Your use of the Website is subject to our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into this Agreement by reference. By using the Website, you acknowledge that you have read and understood our Privacy Policy, and you agree to the collection, use, and disclosure of your personal information in accordance with the Privacy Policy.
Third-Party Websites and Content
The Website may contain links to third-party websites or resources, which are provided for your convenience and information only. We have no control over the content or practices of such websites or resources and are not responsible for their availability, accuracy, or security. The inclusion of any link does not imply our endorsement or approval of the linked website or resource. You agree that we shall not be liable for any loss or damage arising from your use of or reliance on any third-party websites or resources.
User-Generated Content
The Website may allow you to submit, post, or share content, such as comments, reviews, or other materials (“User-Generated Content”). By submitting or posting User-Generated Content, you grant us a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual, irrevocable, and fully sublicensable right to use, reproduce, modify, adapt, publish, translate, create derivative works from, distribute, and display your User-Generated Content in any media. You represent and warrant that you own or have the necessary rights to submit or post your User-Generated Content and that such content does not violate any applicable laws, regulations, or third-party rights.
User Feedback
We welcome and encourage your feedback, suggestions, or ideas about the Website and our services (“Feedback”). By submitting Feedback, you grant us a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual, irrevocable, and fully sublicensable right to use, reproduce, modify, adapt, publish, translate, create derivative works from, distribute, and display your Feedback in any media for any purpose, without any compensation or acknowledgment to you.
Copyright Infringement
We respect the intellectual property rights of others and expect users of the Website to do the same. If you believe that any content on the Website infringes upon your copyright, please notify us in accordance with the procedures set forth in our Copyright Policy, which is incorporated into this Agreement by reference.
Force Majeure
We shall not be liable for any delay or failure in performance under this Agreement due to circumstances beyond our reasonable control, including but not limited to acts of God, war, terrorism, natural disasters, labor disputes, or interruptions of transportation or communications.
Assignment
You may not assign or transfer your rights or obligations under this Agreement without our prior written consent. We may assign or transfer our rights and obligations under this Agreement, in whole or in part, at any time without notice or consent.
Headings
The section headings in this Agreement are for convenience only and have no legal or contractual effect. They shall not be used in the interpretation or construction of this Agreement.
Survival
The provisions of this Agreement that by their nature should survive termination or expiration of this Agreement, including but not limited to intellectual property rights, disclaimers, limitations of liability, and indemnification, shall survive the termination or expiration of this Agreement.
Electronic Communications
By using the Website, you consent to receive electronic communications from us, including emails, notices, or other information related to your use of the Website or our services. You agree that all such electronic communications shall satisfy any legal requirements that such communications be in writing.
Entire Agreement
This Agreement, together with any other policies or guidelines posted on the Website, constitutes the entire agreement between you and ICTT concerning your use of the Website and supersedes all prior or contemporaneous communications, whether electronic, oral, or written, between you and ICTT with respect to the Website.
Waiver
No waiver of any term of this Agreement shall be deemed a further or continuing waiver of such term or any other term, and ICTT’s failure to assert any right or provision under this Agreement shall not constitute a waiver of such right or provision.
Contact Information
If you have any questions or concerns about this Agreement or the Website, please contact us at [email protected].
Effective Date
This Agreement is effective as of 5th May 2023.