Terms and Conditions
1. Introduction
Welcome to theamericanfriend.com. These Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of our website and services provided by The American Friend. By accessing or using the services offered on theamericanfriend.com, you agree to be bound by these Terms. Please read them carefully.
2. Definitions
– “Service” refers to all content, features, functionality, tools, and services provided on or through theamericanfriend.com.
– “User” refers to any individual or entity who accesses or uses the Services.
– “Content” refers to all text, images, audiovisual content, multimedia, code, data, and materials available through the Service.
– “Account” refers to a registered profile created by a User to access certain services or features on theamericanfriend.com.
3. Acceptance of Terms
By using the Service, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, you may not use the Service.
4. Changes to Terms
The American Friend reserves the right to update or modify these Terms at any time without prior notice. Your continued use of the Service following any changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms. It is your responsibility to review these Terms periodically.
5. Use of Services
– Eligibility: You must be at least 18 years old or of legal age in your jurisdiction to use the Service. By using the Service, you represent and warrant that you meet this requirement.
– Account: Some features of the Site may require you to create an Account. You agree to provide accurate and complete information and to keep your Account credentials secure. You are responsible for all activity occurring under your Account.
– Prohibited Activities: You agree not to use the Service for any unlawful purpose. Prohibited activities include, but are not limited to: violating any applicable laws or regulations; impersonating any person or entity; harvesting or collecting data without consent; attempting to gain unauthorized access to the Service or its related systems; and disrupting the normal functioning of the Service.
6. Intellectual Property
All Content, including text, graphics, logos, icons, images, audio clips, digital downloads, and software provided through the Service, is the property of The American Friend or its content suppliers and is protected by intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or create derivative works from any Content without prior written permission from The American Friend.
7. User-Generated Content
If you submit, upload, post, or otherwise make available content on theamericanfriend.com, you retain ownership of your content. However, by sharing content via the Service, you grant The American Friend a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, modify, and distribute your content for purposes related to operating and promoting the Service. You are solely responsible for any content you contribute and must ensure it complies with applicable laws and these Terms.
8. Privacy Policy
Your use of the Service is subject to our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use, and share your personal information. By using the Service, you consent to our data practices as described in the Privacy Policy.
9. Third-Party Services
The Service may contain links to or integrations with third-party websites, services, or content. The American Friend is not responsible for the availability, accuracy, or content of such third-party services, and your use of them is at your own risk. Inclusion of any third-party link or service does not imply endorsement or affiliation.
10. Disclaimers and Liability
The Service is provided “as is” and “as available,” without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. The American Friend does not warrant that the Service will be uninterrupted, error-free, or free of viruses. To the fullest extent permitted by law, The American Friend disclaims all liability for any damages or losses arising from your use of the Service, including but not limited to direct, indirect, incidental, punitive, or consequential damages.
11. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless The American Friend, its directors, officers, affiliates, employees, and agents from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses, including reasonable legal fees, arising out of or related to your use of the Service, your violation of these Terms, or your infringement of any intellectual property or other rights of any person or entity.
12. Termination
The American Friend reserves the right to suspend or terminate your access to all or part of the Service at any time, for any reason, and without notice. Upon termination, your right to use the Service will immediately cease, and any content you have uploaded may be deleted, at our discretion.
13. Governing Law
These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of New York, without regard to its conflict of law principles. Any legal action or proceeding arising under these Terms will be brought exclusively in the state or federal courts located in New York County, New York.
14. Miscellaneous
– Entire Agreement: These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and The American Friend regarding your use of the Service and supersede all prior agreements.
– Severability: If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect.
– Waiver: No waiver of any term or condition shall be deemed a further or continuing waiver of such term or any other term.
15. Contact Info
For questions about these Terms, contact us at [email protected].
