These Terms of Service (“Terms”) apply to all users of the LAY STEM website, application, and any related services (collectively referred to as “Service”) provided by LAY STEM (“Company,” “we,” “us,” or “our”).
The presence of the Service on external platforms, including social networks or app stores, does not imply any endorsement or partnership between us and those platforms.
By accessing or using our Service, you agree to these Terms and all applicable laws and regulations. Please read these Terms carefully and reach out with any questions. If you do not agree to these Terms, do not use the Service. We reserve the right to update these Terms at any time. The latest version will always be available on our website, and it is your responsibility to stay informed of any changes.
1. License
We grant you a limited, non-transferable, non-sublicensable, and non-exclusive license to use the Service solely for non-commercial purposes. This license can be revoked at any time. You must comply with the terms of any third-party sites or platforms through which the Service is made available. All rights, title, and interests in the Service remain with us, including any modifications or derivatives. You are not entitled to any updates or support unless explicitly provided at our discretion. No rights or licenses to any logos or trademarks are granted to you through these Terms.
2. Privacy
Any data you provide while using the Service is governed by our Privacy Policy, which you can review at /privacy-policy/. By using the Service, you consent to our data practices as described.
3. Limitations of Use
You agree not to, and will not allow others to:
- Post or link content containing explicit adult content, obscene or defamatory material, or content that infringes third-party rights or promotes deceptive practices.
- Remove or modify copyright notices, trademarks, or other proprietary information.
- Reverse-engineer, disassemble, or attempt to extract source code.
- Use the Service in a way that impairs it or interferes with others’ use.
- Collect user data or transmit unsolicited communications.
Unauthorized reproduction or use of content from the Service is prohibited.
4. User Content
By submitting any content (e.g., text, images, videos) through the Service, you grant us and our partners a non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual license to use, display, modify, and distribute your content in any media format. You must own the rights to the content or have permission to share it, and ensure it doesn’t violate any laws or infringe on third-party rights. You remain responsible for all content you submit and agree that we may remove any content at our discretion.
5. Digital Copyright Policy
We comply with applicable copyright laws, including the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA). If you believe your work has been infringed upon through the Service, please notify us with:
- A detailed description of the copyrighted work and the infringement.
- Your contact information and a statement of good faith belief that the use is unauthorized.
- Your signature, physical or electronic, and a declaration that your notice is accurate.
6. Liability Disclaimer
The Service is provided “as is,” without warranties of any kind. We do not guarantee the accuracy or reliability of the Service. You assume all responsibility for any damages arising from use. We disclaim all liability for indirect, incidental, or consequential damages, except where prohibited by law. In such cases, our liability is limited to $5.00.
7. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold us harmless from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from your use of the Service, violation of these Terms, or infringement of any rights of third parties.
8. External Links
The Service may include links to third-party sites. We are not responsible for the content or conduct of these sites and accessing them is at your own risk.
9. Termination
We reserve the right to terminate your access to the Service at any time. Provisions related to liability, indemnity, and general terms will remain in effect post-termination.
10. General Terms
These Terms are governed by the laws of [your jurisdiction]. Any disputes will be resolved through arbitration under the rules of [relevant arbitration body], with costs shared equally unless determined otherwise by the arbitrator. Claims must be filed within one year of the incident. If any part of these Terms is deemed invalid, the remaining sections remain enforceable.
Where can I get further information?
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