Effective Date: 10/01/2024
These terms of use (“Agreement”) apply to the Flash Fiction Institute website (the “Site”). This Agreement is a legally binding contract between Flash Fiction Institute (“we,” “our,” or “us”) and anyone who accesses or uses the Site (“you” or “your”). By accessing or using the Site, you acknowledge that you have read, understand, and agree to the terms of this Agreement.
- Conditions for Use of the Site The Site is offered subject to your acceptance without modification of all terms and conditions in this Agreement. By accessing or using any part of the Site, you agree to be bound by this Agreement as we may modify from time to time in our sole discretion. The Site is intended for persons who are 13 or older. IF YOU ARE UNDER 13 OR DO NOT AGREE TO THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THIS AGREEMENT, DO NOT ACCESS OR USE THE SITE. Please review this Agreement periodically for changes. Continued access or use of the Site following any changes constitutes your acceptance of those changes.
- Copyright and Intellectual Property Rights The Site and all content, including but not limited to articles, reviews, comments, images, logos, sounds, and other materials (collectively “Site Content”), are protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, republish, distribute, display, perform, transmit, sell, or otherwise use any Site Content without our express written permission. If you wish to request permission to use any Site Content, please contact us at [contact email].
- Copyright Infringement We respect intellectual property rights and expect users to do the same. If you believe any Site Content infringes on your copyright, please notify us by email at [contact email]. Your notice should include (a) a description of the copyrighted work; (b) the URL of the allegedly infringing material; (c) your name, postal address, phone number, and email; (d) a statement that you have a good faith belief that the use of the material is not authorized; (e) your signature (physical or electronic); and (f) a statement that you are the copyright owner or authorized to act on behalf of the copyright owner.
- User Content We may display reviews, comments, articles, and other materials submitted by users of the Site (“User Content”). We are not responsible for User Content and may not screen all User Content before it is posted. However, we reserve the right to edit, remove, or delete User Content at our discretion. By submitting User Content, you agree it will not be unlawful, defamatory, or infringe on the rights of others. You also grant us a royalty-free, perpetual, worldwide, irrevocable, non-exclusive right to use, reproduce, modify, distribute, and display the User Content in any medium.
- Submissions We welcome feedback and ideas from users of the Site. However, any submissions, including ideas, suggestions, or similar materials (“Submissions”) you send to us are non-confidential. By submitting your ideas, you agree we may use them without compensation to you. You assign to us any rights you have in the Submissions and, where applicable, grant us an unrestricted, perpetual, worldwide, royalty-free license to use, modify, and distribute your Submissions.
- Prohibited Conduct You agree not to (a) upload or share any unlawful, harmful, defamatory, or infringing material; (b) use any automated system to access or monitor the Site; (c) misrepresent your identity or affiliation; or (d) engage in any activity that could harm the Site or its users. You must also not take any actions that violate applicable laws or cause harm to us or our service providers.
- Promotions Occasionally, we may offer promotions on the Site. These promotions will be subject to specific terms and conditions, which may be modified or withdrawn without notice. We are not responsible for typographical errors in connection with promotions.
- Disclaimer of Warranties The Site and all Site Content are provided “AS IS” without any warranties, express or implied. This includes, but is not limited to, warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement. We do not guarantee that the Site or its content will be free of errors, viruses, or harmful components.
- Limitation of Liability We are not liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages that may result from your use of the Site, including damages for lost data, loss of profits, or any other intangibles. Some jurisdictions do not allow exclusions or limitations of liability, so these limitations may not apply to you.
- Indemnification You agree to indemnify and hold us harmless from any claims or damages resulting from your access, use, or misuse of the Site or violation of this Agreement.
- Links to Third-Party Websites The Site may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the content or availability of these websites and do not endorse them. You are responsible for taking precautions to avoid viruses or harmful content from these websites.
- Passwords Certain areas of the Site may be restricted to registered users. If you register for access, you agree to provide accurate information and keep your password confidential. You are responsible for all activity under your account. If you believe your account has been compromised, notify us immediately.
- Revisions to this Agreement We reserve the right to modify this Agreement at any time. It is your responsibility to review the Agreement periodically for changes. Continued use of the Site following changes constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.
- Miscellaneous This Agreement is governed by the laws of [your state/country] without regard to conflict/choice of law principles. If any provision is found unenforceable, the remainder of the Agreement will remain in full effect.