Terms of Use

These Terms of Use are additional to, and should be read in conjunction with, our Privacy Policy.

Summary

Open-Source Civilization and LBS Computing & Associates LLC, together with subsidiaries and affiliates, provide you access and use of our websites, including www.openciv.net, openciv.lbscomputing.com, www.lbscomputing.com, and other Internet sites, mobile applications, and social media sites operated by or for Open-Source Civilization and LBS Computing & Associates LLC, subject to your compliance with these terms and conditions of use (the “Terms of Use”). By accessing, browsing, and using the websites, you agree to be bound by the Terms of Use and all applicable law. If you do not agree to be bound by the Terms of Use and applicable law each time you use the website or you do not have the authority to agree to or accept these Terms of Use, you may not use the websites.

Acceptance of terms

You agree to and are bound by the terms and conditions set forth below and in any modified or additional terms that Open-Source Civilization or LBS Computing & Associates LLC may publish from time to time in these Terms of Use. Do not access or use the websites if you do not agree to all of the terms and conditions contained in the Terms of Use.

Changes to these Terms of Use

We may change these terms at any time by amending this page. Please check this page regularly to take notice of any such changes as you will be deemed to accept them through your continued use of the websites.

Changes to the website

We update the websites regularly, and may change the content at any time. We do what we can to keep information current, but there may be areas where information is intentionally out of date for preservation and record keeping purposes. We are not liable for any such out of date information.

Intellectual property

The websites are protected by copyrights and related intellectual property rights owned by LBS Computing & Associates LLC. All such rights are reserved. You may download, print, and share material from the websites as is reasonable for your own private and personal use as well as to inform others of the information we provide. You may also forward information from the websites to other people for their private and personal use with the stipulation that you credit us as its source and add the website name and address.

The trade marks, logos, and brand names shown on the websites are owned by LBS Computing & Associates LLC. No rights are granted to use any of them without the prior written permission by us. Agreements are made through our certification process.

Reliance on information

We do what we can to produce forthright and trustworthy information on the websites but no guarantee is given by us or our suppliers that the websites are accurate or up-to-date since we largely rely on the information provided to us from other related parties. We therefore disclaim all liability and responsibility arising from any reliance placed on the content of the websites by you, or by anyone who may be informed of the websites’ contents.

External links

The websites contains links to other websites and services operated by parties independent to the us. We take reasonable precautions in selecting these, but we do not endorse or take responsibility for the content or availability of these websites and cannot accept any liability for any material contained within them or for your use of them or any use of your personal data collected by their operators. If you decide to access linked websites you do so at your own risk and we encourage you to read the privacy statements applicable to each specific website. If you are under 18, you may need your parent/guardian to help you with your use of the websites and with ensuring the content and availability of any linked websites and services are appropriate.

Malware

We take reasonable precautions to prevent computer viruses, trojan horses, worms, time bombs, cancelbots, corrupted files, or any other items that may damage the operation of computers or property or otherwise engage in computer misuse on the websites but cannot accept any liability for them. You are advised to take precautions against such malicious computer programs such as using suitable malware protection software.

Lawful use of the websites

You must not misuse the websites by knowingly introducing malicious computer programs. You must not attempt to gain unauthorised access to the websites, the server on which the websites are stored or any server, computer or database connected to the websites. You must not attack the websites via a denial-of-service attack or a distributed denial-of-service attack. By breaching this provision, you are committing a criminal offense. We will report any such breach to the relevant law enforcement authorities and will co-operate with those authorities in any way possible.

Lawful use of the Open-Source Civilization token

The Open-Source Civilization crypto token (OpenCIV) is solely intended for utility use through the websites and the services provided and offered therein. Any other use of the token is not represented by us and therefore not able to be associated with our websites or companies. There is no implication of shared ownership or investment given or intended with Open-Source Civilization or LBS Computing & Associates LLC or any of the organizations associated by owning, holding, staking, or transacting with the token. The use and value of the token may be subject to the greater cause of society implementing open-source methodology.

Governing law

These Terms of Use are governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of the United States of America. Any disputes arising under or in connection with these terms shall be subject to the non-exclusive jurisdiction of the USA courts of law.

Indemnification

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless OpenCIV and LBS Computing & Associates LLC, its subsidiaries, affiliates, licensors, employees, agents, third party information providers, submitters, and independent contractors against any claims, damages, costs, liabilities and expenses (including, but not limited to, reasonable attorneys’ fees) arising out of or related to any information provided on the websites, your conduct, your use, or inability to use the websites, your breach or alleged breach of the Terms of Use or of any representation or warranty contained herein, your unauthorized use of the content provided, or your violation of any rights of another.

Contact

If you have any comments or questions about the websites, terms of use, or privacy policy please contact us.