This Acceptable Use Policy (AUP) sets out the terms and conditions for using the Sudbury Ephemera Archive website (www.sudburyephemera.org). By accessing and using our website, you agree to comply with this AUP. Sudbury Ephemera Archive reserves the right to update or modify this policy without prior notice. It is your responsibility to review and adhere to the most recent version of the AUP.
1. Lawful Use:
a. You must use our website solely for lawful purposes and in compliance with all applicable local, national, and international laws and regulations.
b. You must not use our website in any way that breaches any applicable laws or regulations, or engages in unlawful or fraudulent activities.
c. You must not use our website to harm or attempt to harm minors.
d. You must not send, receive, upload, download, or use any material that violates our content standards or infringes upon intellectual property rights.
e. You must not transmit any data or upload any material that contains malicious code or harmful software designed to disrupt or damage computer systems or networks.
2. Intellectual Property:
a. You must respect the intellectual property rights of Sudbury Ephemera Archive and third parties. You must not reproduce, duplicate, or resell any part of our website without prior authorization.
b. You must not attempt to access, interfere with, damage, or disrupt:
– Any part of the website
– Any equipment or network on which our website is hosted
– Any software or technology used to provide our website
– Any equipment, network, or software owned by third parties.
3. Interactive Services:
a. Sudbury Ephemera Archive may offer interactive services on our website. When using these services, you agree to adhere to any additional guidelines or rules specified by Sudbury Ephemera Archive.
b. While Sudbury Ephemera Archive may moderate interactive services, we do not assume responsibility for monitoring or moderating user-generated content. Users participate in interactive services at their own risk, and we disclaim any liability for content posted by users.
4. Content Standards:
a. You are responsible for any content you contribute to our website, including text, images, or multimedia materials (collectively referred to as “Contributions”).
b. Contributions must be accurate, true, and lawful. They should not deceive, misrepresent, or defame any person or entity.
c. Contributions must not contain material that is obscene, offensive, hateful, discriminatory, or sexually explicit.
d. Contributions must not infringe upon the intellectual property rights of others, including copyrights, trademarks, or any proprietary information.
e. Contributions must not promote or incite illegal activities or violate any legal obligations or contractual agreements.
f. Contributions must not harass, threaten, or cause distress or inconvenience to any individual or group.
5. Suspension and Termination:
a. Sudbury Ephemera Archive reserves the right to investigate suspected violations of this AUP and take appropriate actions, including temporary or permanent suspension or termination of access to our website.
b. In cases of severe violations or illegal activities, Sudbury Ephemera Archive may disclose relevant information to law enforcement authorities or pursue legal remedies.
c. Sudbury Ephemera Archive disclaims any liability for any loss or damages arising from the suspension or termination of access to our website due to violations of this AUP.
6. Changes to the Acceptable Use Policy:
Sudbury Ephemera Archive may revise this AUP at any time without prior notice. Any updates or modifications will be effective upon posting on our website. It is your responsibility to regularly review this AUP to stay informed of any changes. Your continued use of our website constitutes your acceptance of the revised AUP.
7. Further information:
If you have any questions or concerns regarding this Acceptable Use Policy, please contact us at contact@sudburyephemera.org.