Terms and Conditions of Service
1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing and using the services provided by Advice Over Coffee (AOC),you agree to comply with and be bound by the following terms and conditions. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use our services.
2. User Accounts
2.1. To access certain features of our services, you may be required to register for an account.
2.2. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account information and for all activities that occur under your account.
2.3. We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts at our discretion, especially in the case of a violation of these terms.
3. User Conduct
3.1. Users agree not to engage in any prohibited activities, including but not limited to the following:
⦁ Illegal Content: Any content that violates local, national, or international laws, including but not limited to, content related to illegal drugs, child exploitation, or copyright infringement.
⦁ Harassment and Bullying: Any form of harassment, bullying, or threatening behavior directed at individuals or groups, including but not limited to, personal attacks, hate speech, or the spread of harmful rumors.
⦁ Hate Speech: Speech or content that promotes discrimination, prejudice, or violence against individuals or groups based on attributes such as race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, or nationality.
⦁ Impersonation: Pretending to be someone else, whether it's a public figure, another user, or a fictional character, with the intent to deceive or harm.
⦁ Spam and Scams: Posting repetitive, irrelevant, or misleading content, as well as engaging in fraudulent activities, phishing attempts, or any other forms of online scams.
⦁ Explicit Adult Content: Sharing sexually explicit or pornographic content, unless the platform explicitly allows it and users can opt-in.
⦁ Privacy Violations: Sharing personal information about individuals without their consent, including but not limited to addresses, phone numbers, or financial information.
⦁ Disruptive Behavior: Any behavior that disrupts the normal flow of communication or operation of the platform, such as spamming, flooding, or using bots to manipulate discussions.
⦁ Unauthorized Access or Hacking: Attempting to gain unauthorized access to accounts, systems, or networks, as well as any activities related to hacking or cracking.
3.2. Users must comply with all applicable laws and regulations.
3.3. Respect for intellectual property rights is essential. Users must not infringe on the intellectual property of others.
4. Content and Communications
4.1. Users retain ownership of content they submit to our platform but grant us a license to use, reproduce, and distribute the content.
4.2. We reserve the right to monitor content and communications on our platform to ensure compliance with these terms.
4.3. User communications are private, but users should be aware of the limitations of online security.
5. Privacy Policy
Reference our Privacy Policy for information on the collection, use, and sharing of personal data.
6. Intellectual Property
6.1. All content on our website is owned by Advice Over Coffee (AOC). Users are granted limited, non-exclusive licenses to use the content for personal purposes.
6.2. Users may not reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works without our explicit permission.
7. Disclaimer of Liability
7.1. We are not liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising out of the use of our services.
7.2. We do not endorse or guarantee the accuracy of content provided by users or third parties.
8. Termination of Service
We reserve the right to terminate or suspend our services at any time for any reason. Users are responsible for their actions upon termination.
9. Changes to Terms
We reserve the right to update these terms at any time. Users will be notified of changes, and continued use of our services constitutes acceptance of the modified terms.
10. Miscellaneous
10.1. Force Majeure: We are not liable for any failure to perform due to unforeseen circumstances.
10.2. Severability: If any provision of these terms is deemed unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in effect.
10.3. Entire Agreement: These terms constitute the entire agreement between users and Advice Over Coffee (AOC).
11. Contact Information
For inquiries or support, please contact us at support@adviceovercoffee.com.