Effective Date: 01/08/23
These Terms of Service (“Terms”) govern your use of The Independent Flame website (the “Service”) operated by The Independent Flame (“us,” “we,” or “our”).
1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing or using the Service, you agree to be bound by these Terms. Your use of the Service constitutes acceptance of these Terms and any updates or modifications made to them.
2. Modifications to Terms
We reserve the right to modify, update, or replace these Terms at any time. Changes become effective immediately upon posting on the website. Your continued use of the Service after modifications constitutes acceptance of the revised terms.
3. Eligibility and Use of Service
The Service is intended for individuals aged 16 and above. By using the Service, you represent and warrant that you are at least 16 years old and comply with all applicable laws. The Service may not be available or appropriate for use in all locations. Use of the Service from outside the United States is at your own risk, and compliance with local laws is your responsibility.
4. Intellectual Property
All content available through the Service, including but not limited to text, images, graphics, logos, and software, is the property of The Independent Flame or its licensors and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other laws. You agree not to reproduce, modify, distribute for monetary compensation, or create derivative works based on the Service without our prior written consent.
5. User Registration and Accounts
Certain features of the Service may require user registration. You agree to provide accurate and complete information when creating an account. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account and agree to notify us immediately of any unauthorized use.
6. Privacy and Data Handling
We respect your privacy and handle personal information according to our Privacy Policy, which forms part of these Terms. By using the Service, you consent to the collection, use, and sharing of your information as described in our Privacy Policy.
7. User Conduct and Responsibilities
You agree to use the Service responsibly and not to engage in any unlawful, abusive, or harmful activities while using the Service. This includes but is not limited to submitting offensive content, interfering with the Service’s functionality, or violating other users’ rights.
8. User-Generated Content
The Service may allow users to post content. By submitting content, you grant us a worldwide, non-exclusive license to use, display, and distribute such content. You represent and warrant that any content you post does not violate these Terms or infringe upon the rights of others.
9. Third-Party Links and Resources
The Service may contain links to third-party websites that are not owned or controlled by us. We are not responsible for the content or practices of these websites and recommend reviewing their terms and policies.
10. Limitation of Liability
We are not liable for any damages resulting from the use or inability to use the Service. Our total liability shall not exceed the amount paid by you, if any, for using the Service. We also are not liable for any comments left by users that may contain speech that results in damage to others. While we will do our best to limit scams or inappropriate links, use discretion; we are not responsible for damages that may result from commenters’ link(s).
We reserve the right to terminate or suspend access to the Service at our discretion, without notice or liability. If you have any questions or concerns about these Terms, please reach us at contact@theindependentflame.com.