Terms & Conditions - Silhouette Drift

These Terms and Conditions constitute a legally binding agreement between you and Silhouette Drift regarding your use of our website and services. By accessing this website or engaging with our services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these terms.

This agreement governs the relationship between Silhouette Drift and users of our website, establishing rights, responsibilities, and limitations for both parties. Please review these terms carefully before proceeding.

If you do not agree with these terms in their entirety, you must immediately discontinue use of our website and services. Your continued use signifies unconditional acceptance of all provisions contained herein.

User Obligations and Conduct

Article 1: Legal Responsibilities

Users of this website agree to:

1.1 Comply with all applicable local, national, and international laws and regulations in connection with website use
1.2 Provide accurate, current, and complete information when submitting forms or communicating with us
1.3 Maintain responsibility for all activities conducted through your access to our website
1.4 Immediately notify us of any unauthorized use of your access credentials or security breaches
1.5 Respect the intellectual property rights of Silhouette Drift and third parties

Article 2: Prohibited Activities and Behaviors

Users expressly agree not to:

2.1 Use the website for unlawful purposes or to promote illegal activities
2.2 Transmit viruses, malware, or any code designed to harm our systems or other users
2.3 Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our servers, systems, or networks
2.4 Interfere with or disrupt the integrity or performance of our website
2.5 Collect or harvest information about other users without their consent
2.6 Impersonate any person or entity or misrepresent your affiliation with any organization
2.7 Use automated systems or software to extract data from our website without permission

Article 3: Content Guidelines and Restrictions

Any content you submit through our website must not:

3.1 Contain defamatory, offensive, or discriminatory material
3.2 Infringe upon intellectual property rights or violate any laws
3.3 Contain confidential information you lack permission to disclose
3.4 Include commercial solicitations or spam unless explicitly permitted

Article 4: Age Restrictions and Requirements

Our website is intended for individuals aged 18 years and older. By using this website, you represent and warrant that you are at least 18 years of age or have reached the age of majority in your jurisdiction. Individuals under the minimum age are not permitted to use our services.

User Responsibilities

Article 5: Compliance with Laws and Regulations

You are solely responsible for ensuring your use of our website complies with all applicable laws in your jurisdiction. This includes but is not limited to laws governing data protection, consumer rights, commercial communications, and intellectual property. Different jurisdictions may impose varying requirements, and compliance remains your responsibility.

Article 6: Indemnification Obligations

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Silhouette Drift, its officers, directors, employees, and agents from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses arising out of or related to your use of the website, violation of these terms, or infringement of any third-party rights. This indemnification obligation survives termination of your use of our services.

Article 7: Privacy and Data Protection

Your use of our website is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these terms by reference. You acknowledge that you have read and understood our data collection and processing practices as outlined in the Privacy Policy. You consent to such practices and agree to provide necessary consents where required by law.

Article 8: Third-Party Interactions

Our website may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the content, policies, or practices of these third parties. Any interactions with third parties, including transactions or data sharing, are solely between you and the third party. You should review the terms and privacy policies of any third-party websites before engaging with them.

Disclaimers and Limitations of Liability

Article 9: Disclaimer of Warranties

Our website and services are provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis. To the fullest extent permitted by law, Silhouette Drift disclaims all warranties, whether express, implied, or statutory, including but not limited to:

9.1 Warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement
9.2 Warranties regarding accuracy, reliability, or completeness of content
9.3 Warranties that the website will be uninterrupted, secure, or error-free
9.4 Warranties regarding the results of using our services

You acknowledge that use of our website is at your own risk and discretion.

Article 10: Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, Silhouette Drift shall not be liable for:

10.1 Any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages
10.2 Loss of profits, revenues, data, or business opportunities
10.3 Service interruptions or errors in transmission
10.4 Damages arising from unauthorized access to your transmissions or data

Our aggregate liability for all claims shall not exceed the amount paid by you, if any, for accessing our website in the twelve months preceding the claim.

Article 11: Consequential Damages Exclusion

Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of consequential or incidental damages. In such jurisdictions, our liability is limited to the greatest extent permitted by law. Nothing in these terms excludes or limits our liability for death or personal injury caused by negligence, fraud, or any other liability that cannot be excluded by law.

Article 12: Force Majeure Provisions

We shall not be liable for any failure or delay in performing our obligations under these terms due to circumstances beyond our reasonable control, including but not limited to acts of God, natural disasters, war, terrorism, labor disputes, governmental actions, or interruptions in telecommunications or internet services.

Legal Information and Dispute Resolution

Article 13: Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms and Conditions shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Japan, without regard to its conflict of law principles. Any disputes arising from these terms or your use of our website shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in Tokyo, Japan.

Article 14: Dispute Resolution Procedures

Before initiating formal legal proceedings, parties agree to attempt resolution through good faith negotiation. If negotiation does not resolve the dispute within 30 days, either party may pursue formal proceedings in accordance with the jurisdiction clause above. This provision does not prevent either party from seeking injunctive relief when necessary.

Article 15: Severability Clause

If any provision of these Terms and Conditions is found to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, such provision shall be severed from these terms. The remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect. The invalid provision shall be replaced with a valid provision that most closely approximates the intent and economic effect of the original provision.

Article 16: Terms Modification Policy

We reserve the right to modify these Terms and Conditions at any time. Material changes will be indicated by updating the "Last updated" date at the top of this document. Your continued use of our website following any modifications constitutes acceptance of the revised terms. We encourage regular review of these terms to stay informed of any changes. If you object to any changes, your sole remedy is to discontinue use of our services.

Article 17: Entire Agreement

These Terms and Conditions, together with our Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Silhouette Drift regarding use of our website and services. These terms supersede all prior or contemporaneous agreements, communications, and proposals, whether oral or written, between you and us.

Article 18: Contact Information

For questions or concerns regarding these Terms and Conditions, please contact us using the information provided at the top of this page. We will make reasonable efforts to respond to inquiries promptly and address any concerns you may have.

Acknowledgment of Understanding

By accessing and using this website, you acknowledge that you have read these Terms and Conditions in their entirety, understand your rights and obligations, and agree to be legally bound by all provisions contained herein.

You further acknowledge that you have had sufficient opportunity to seek independent legal advice regarding these terms if desired, and that your agreement to these terms is informed and voluntary.