Terms and Conditions – Last updated: 11/08/2024

Welcome to the Silicon Valley UX Awards (“SVUX.A”) website (“Site”). By accessing or using our Site, you agree to comply with and be bound by the following Terms and Conditions (“Terms”). Please read them carefully. You must not use the Site if you disagree with these Terms.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using the Site, you affirm that you are at least 18 years old and capable of entering into a legally binding agreement.

2. Use of the Site

  • Personal Use: You may use the Site for personal, non-commercial use only.

  • Prohibited Conduct: You agree not to misuse the Site, including but not limited to transmitting any worms, viruses, or any code of a destructive nature.

3. Intellectual Property Rights

All content on the Site, including text, graphics, logos, images, and software, is the property of SVUXA or its content suppliers and is protected by intellectual property laws. Unauthorized use of any content is prohibited.

4. User Submissions

  • Ownership: By submitting any content (e.g., entries, comments), you grant SVUXA a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide license to use, reproduce, and display such content.

  • Responsibility: You are solely responsible for any content you submit and must ensure it does not infringe on third-party rights.

5. Privacy

Your use of our site is also subject to our Privacy Policy, which outlines how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.

6. Disclaimers

No Warranties: The Site is provided “as is” without warranties.

Limitation of Liability: SVUXA will not be liable for any damages arising from your use of the Site.

7. Third-Party Links

The Site may contain links to third-party websites. SVUXA is not responsible for the content or practices of these websites.

8. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless SVUXA, its affiliates, and their respective officers from any claims arising from your use of the Site or violating these Terms.

9. Changes to Terms

SVUX.A reserves the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting. Your continued use of the Site constitutes acceptance of the new Terms.

10. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of California without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

11. Contact Us

For questions about these Terms, please get in touch with us at info@siliconvalleyuxawards.com

Privacy Policy

Last updated: 11/08/2024

SVUXA is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our Site.

1. Information We Collect

  • Personal Data: Identifiable information such as your name, email address, and phone number when registering or submitting an entry.

  • Usage Data: Non-personal information such as IP address, browser type, and pages visited.

2. How We Use Your Information

We may use the information we collect to:

  • Provide and maintain the Site.

  • Process and manage entries for the awards.

  • Communicate with you about updates or promotional materials.

  • Improve our Site and services.

3. Disclosure of Your Information

We may share your information with:

  • Service Providers: Third parties that assist us in operating the Site.

  • Legal Obligations: When required by law or to protect our rights.

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies to enhance your experience on the Site. You can choose to turn off cookies through your browser settings.

5. Data Security

We implement security measures to protect your personal information but cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Third-Party Websites

Our Site may contain links to external sites that we do not operate. We are not responsible for their content or privacy practices.

7. Children’s Privacy

Our Site is not intended for individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

8. Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to access, correct, or delete your data.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.

10. Contact Us

For any questions about this Privacy Policy, please get in touch with us at info@siliconvalleyuxawards.com

Disclaimer

Last updated: 11/08/2024

  • General Information: The content on the Site is for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice.

  • Accuracy: While we strive for accuracy, we make no warranties regarding the completeness or reliability of any content.

  • Limitation of Liability: SVUXA is not liable for any errors or omissions in the content or any losses or damages arising from its use.

Copyright Policy

Copyright laws protect all materials on the Site. Unauthorized use, reproduction, or distribution is prohibited. If you believe any content infringes upon your copyright, please get in touch with us at [contact email].

DMCA Notice

If you believe that any material on our Site infringes your copyright, please provide our designated agent with a written notice including:

1. A physical or electronic signature of a person authorized to act on behalf of the owner.

2. Identification of the copyrighted work claimed to have been infringed.

3. Identification of the material that is claimed to be infringing.

4. Your contact information.

5. A statement that you have a good-faith belief that using the material is not authorized.

6. A statement that the information in the notification is accurate.

Designated Agent:

Kendall Klien – Managing Principal & Director – kendall@siliconvalleyuxawards.com