App and Website Terms & Conditions
Last Updated: 25 July 2024
This section contains the terms and conditions for using our service. It outlines the legal agreement between the user and our company, detailing the rights and responsibilities of each party.
Introduction
Protecting your personal data is of utmost importance to us. World Stop Stuttering Association (“WSSA,” “us,” “we,” or “our”) is dedicated to complying with applicable laws to ensure that your personal data is handled lawfully, fairly, and transparently. We commit to using your personal data only for valid purposes, as clearly explained to you, and to maintaining accuracy, security, and relevance in its usage. This document outlines the terms and conditions governing the use of our application (“App”), named “StopStutter,”” as well as our website, www.worldstopstuttering.org, ( “Website”).
- Terms of Use
Access to and utilization of our App and Website are provided by WSSA under the following terms and conditions. By accessing and using our App and Website, you agree to be bound by these terms. Please note that these terms may change, so it is advisable to check them regularly. Continued use of our App and Website will be considered acceptance of the updated or amended terms and conditions.
- Use of the App and Website
You acknowledge that you will use our App and Website only for lawful purposes, for your personal or internal business use.
- Copyright
All copyright, trademarks, design rights, patents, and other intellectual property rights on our App and Website are owned by World Stop Stuttering Association. Except for information related to your personal data, you grant WSSA a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, copy, reproduce, process, modify, publish, transmit, and display any content you submit on our App and Website for any purposes. Our App and Website may not be modified, disassembled, decompiled, or reverse engineered. No part of our App or Website may be reproduced without our express permission.
- Availability
While we strive to ensure the high availability and continuity of our App and Website, the internet is not always stable. We are not liable if our App and Website are unavailable for any reason. Access may be temporarily suspended for system failure, maintenance, repair, or reasons beyond our control.
- Permitted use
You are granted permission to access and use our App and Website under the following conditions:
- Do not distribute any part of our App and Website without prior authorization.
- Do not alter or modify any part of our App and Website.
- Do not disable or interfere with security-related features.
- Do not use our App and Website in a way that may impact user access.
- Do not use our App and Website for unlawful, defamatory, harassing, abusive, fraudulent, or obscene purposes.
Any breach of these conditions constitutes a violation of our App and Website Terms & Conditions.
- Breach of App and Website Terms & Conditions
If we determine that you have breached these acceptable use terms, we may take appropriate action, including issuing warnings, legal proceedings, or temporary/permanent withdrawal of your site access. Information may be disclosed to law enforcement authorities if deemed necessary. We exclude liability for actions taken in response to breaches and reserve the right to take any other appropriate action.
- User Accounts
Onboarding on our App will require you to create a user account. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account information, including your username and password. Any activities that occur under your account are your responsibility. If you become aware of any unauthorized use of your account, you must notify us immediately.
- Data Collection and Privacy
Our mobile App and Website collect and process personal data in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (“GDPR”) and additional data protection laws. Details about the types of personal data we collect, how we use it, and your rights can be found in our Privacy Policy on our website.
- In-App Purchases
Some features of our mobile App may offer in-app purchases. You are solely responsible for any charges incurred through in-app purchases. WSSA is not liable for any unauthorized purchases made by users.
- Push Notifications
By using our mobile App, you may receive push notifications. You can control your notification preferences through your device settings. WSSA is not responsible for any loss or damage incurred due to missed notifications.
- Updates and Amendments
We reserve the right to update and amend these terms and conditions. Users will be notified of changes, and continued use of our App and Website implies acceptance of the updated terms.
- Acceptance Mechanism
Users must explicitly accept the terms and conditions before using our App and Website. This can be done through a click-to-accept mechanism or another clear method.
- Disclaimers
Your access to and use of our App and Website are at your own risk. They are provided on an 'as-is' basis, with no warranties, representations, or undertakings by WSSA. While we take measures to protect users, we cannot guarantee freedom from malware or bugs. You are responsible for implementing sufficient procedures and virus checks. WSSA is not liable for damages, losses, expenses, liabilities, loss of profits, or costs resulting from the use of, access to, or reliance upon the information provided on our App and Website.
- Third-Party Links
Links to third-party websites and resources on our site are for informational purposes only and do not imply endorsement. We have no control over the content of those websites or resources and assume no liability for their content.
- Law and Jurisdiction
This agreement and any dispute arising out of it are governed by the laws of the United States of America. Disputes or claims related to this agreement, or its formation are subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of USA courts. Our App and Website are globally accessible. By using them outside the USA, you agree to comply with local laws. You are solely responsible for ensuring compliance with your jurisdiction's regulations.
Contact Us
For enquiries, contact us at [email protected]
