Terms of Service

1. Acceptance of Terms

These Terms of Service ("Terms") constitute a legal agreement between you ("User," "you," or "your") and vostego.com ("Company," "we," "us," or "our"). By accessing, browsing, or using our website and services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms.

If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, you may not use our Services. We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time, and your continued use of the Services constitutes acceptance of any modifications.

2. Use License

We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, and revocable license to access and use our Services solely for your personal, non-commercial purposes. This license does not include:

• Downloading, copying, or reproducing content without permission
• Selling, reselling, or commercially using the Services
• Creating derivative works from our content
• Removing any copyright, trademark, or proprietary notices
• Using the Services for any illegal or unauthorized purpose

Violation of these restrictions may result in immediate termination of your access to the Services.

3. User Account and Registration

3.1 Account Creation

To access certain features of our Services, you may be required to create an account. You agree to:

• Provide accurate, current, and complete information
• Maintain the confidentiality of your password
• Accept responsibility for all activities under your account
• Notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account

3.2 Account Eligibility

You must be at least 18 years of age (or the age of majority in your jurisdiction) to use our Services. By creating an account, you represent and warrant that you meet this requirement.

3.3 Account Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your account at any time, with or without cause, and with or without notice.

4. Intellectual Property Rights

4.1 Company Content

All content on our website, including text, graphics, logos, images, videos, and software, is the exclusive property of vostego.com or our content providers and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

4.2 Limited License to Access Content

We grant you a limited license to view our content for personal, non-commercial use. You may not:

• Reproduce, distribute, or publish content without permission
• Create derivative works from our content
• Sell or license our content
• Use content to create competing services
• Remove or alter copyright notices or attribution

4.3 Attribution

If you are permitted to share our content, you must provide appropriate attribution to vostego.com and include a link to the original source.

5. User-Generated Content

5.1 Content Ownership

You retain ownership of any content you submit to our Services ("User Content"). However, by submitting User Content, you grant vostego.com a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, display, and distribute your content.

5.2 User Content Guidelines

You are solely responsible for the legality, accuracy, and appropriateness of any User Content you submit. User Content must not:

• Violate any laws or regulations
• Infringe on intellectual property rights
• Contain defamatory, offensive, or harassing content
• Spam or advertise products or services
• Contain malware or harmful code

5.3 Moderation

We reserve the right to review, edit, or remove any User Content that violates these Terms or is deemed inappropriate.

6. Disclaimer of Warranties

6.1 "As-Is" Service

Our Services are provided on an "AS-IS" and "AS-AVAILABLE" basis without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. To the fullest extent permitted by law, we disclaim all warranties, including:

• Implied warranties of merchantability
• Fitness for a particular purpose
• Non-infringement of intellectual property rights
• Uninterrupted or error-free operation

6.2 Content Accuracy

While we strive to provide accurate, helpful information, we do not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of all content. Business advice and strategies may vary based on individual circumstances. You should not rely solely on our content for important business decisions.

6.3 Professional Advice Disclaimer

The content provided by vostego.com is for educational and informational purposes only. It does not constitute professional advice, including but not limited to legal, tax, accounting, or financial advice. You should consult with qualified professionals before making business decisions based on our content.

6.4 No Liability for Third-Party Content

We are not responsible for the accuracy, completeness, or legality of any third-party content linked to or referenced on our Services.

7. Limitation of Liability

7.1 Limitation of Damages

To the fullest extent permitted by law, vostego.com shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including but not limited to:

• Loss of profits or revenue
• Loss of data or business interruption
• Loss of use or enjoyment
• Damage to reputation or goodwill

This applies even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages.

7.2 Cap on Liability

Our total liability to you for all claims arising from or relating to these Terms shall not exceed the amount you paid to us in the 12 months preceding the claim, or $100, whichever is greater.

7.3 Jurisdictional Exceptions

Some jurisdictions do not allow limitations on liability. If you are located in such a jurisdiction, these limitations may not apply to you.

8. Prohibited Activities

You agree not to engage in any of the following activities:

• Violating any laws, regulations, or third-party rights
• Accessing the Services through unauthorized means or bypassing security measures
• Attempting to hack, interfere with, or disrupt our systems
• Uploading viruses, malware, or harmful code
• Harassing, threatening, defaming, or abusing other users
• Spamming or sending unsolicited communications
• Scraping, data mining, or automated downloading of content
• Selling access to our Services or content
• Creating multiple accounts to circumvent restrictions
• Impersonating others or providing false information

Violation of these prohibitions may result in immediate termination of your account and legal action.

9. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless vostego.com and its officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, losses, or expenses (including attorney's fees) arising from:

• Your use of the Services
• Your User Content
• Your violation of these Terms
• Your violation of any applicable laws or regulations
• Your infringement of third-party intellectual property rights

10. Third-Party Links and Content

10.1 External Links

Our Services may contain links to third-party websites and resources. We are not responsible for the accuracy, completeness, legality, or quality of third-party content. Your use of third-party services is governed by their terms of service and privacy policies.

10.2 No Endorsement

The inclusion of links to third-party resources does not constitute an endorsement or guarantee of the quality or legitimacy of those services.

11. Termination of Service

11.1 Termination by Company

We may terminate or suspend your access to the Services at any time, with or without cause, and with or without notice. Grounds for termination include:

• Violation of these Terms
• Illegal or harmful activities
• Payment non-compliance (if applicable)
• Business or operational reasons

11.2 Effect of Termination

Upon termination, your right to use the Services immediately ceases. All provisions of these Terms that should survive termination (including intellectual property, limitation of liability, and indemnification) shall remain in effect.

12. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to our website. Your continued use of the Services following any modifications constitutes your acceptance of the updated Terms.

We encourage you to review these Terms periodically to stay informed of any changes.

13. Dispute Resolution

13.1 Informal Resolution

If you have a dispute with vostego.com, please contact us first to attempt to resolve the matter informally. Most disputes can be resolved through good-faith communication.

13.2 Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of California, without regard to its conflict of law principles.

13.3 Jurisdiction and Venue

You agree to submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the federal and state courts located in California for any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of the Services.

13.4 Arbitration Clause

Any disputes that cannot be resolved informally may be subject to binding arbitration. By using our Services, you agree to arbitrate disputes rather than pursue litigation in court, except for matters that cannot be arbitrated by law.

14. Contact Us

If you have questions about these Terms or need to report a violation, please contact us: