Terms of Service
Last updated: January 2024
1. Acceptance of Terms
Welcome to Crown Social. By accessing and using our website and services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. These terms apply to all visitors, users, and others who access or use our platform. If you disagree with any part of these terms, please discontinue use of our services immediately.
2. Description of Service
Crown Social is an urban lifestyle and culture portal that provides curated information about city events, cultural experiences, art spaces, cafés, parks, and social activities across Australia. Our platform serves as an editorial guide to help users discover and engage with urban culture, local inspiration, and community experiences. We curate content focused on modern culture, weekend ideas, and city walks to enhance your urban living experience.
3. User Responsibilities
As a user of Crown Social, you agree to use our platform responsibly and lawfully. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of any account information and for all activities that occur under your account. You agree not to use our services for any unlawful purpose or in any way that could damage, disable, or impair our platform. You must not attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of our website, systems, or networks.
4. Content and Intellectual Property
All content provided on Crown Social, including but not limited to text, graphics, images, logos, and editorial material, is the property of Crown Social or its content suppliers and is protected by Australian and international copyright laws. You may view, download, and print content for personal, non-commercial use only. Any reproduction, distribution, modification, or republication of our content without express written permission is strictly prohibited.
5. User-Generated Content
When you submit content, feedback, suggestions, or ideas to Crown Social through our contact forms or other communication channels, you grant us a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, modify, and distribute such content for the purpose of operating and improving our services. You warrant that any content you submit does not violate any third-party rights and complies with all applicable laws and regulations.
6. Accuracy of Information
While we strive to provide accurate and up-to-date information about urban experiences, events, and cultural activities, Crown Social makes no warranties or representations regarding the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any content on our platform. Information about venues, events, and experiences may change without notice. We encourage users to verify details independently before making plans based on our recommendations.
7. Third-Party Links and Resources
Our website may contain links to third-party websites, venues, or resources that are not owned or controlled by Crown Social. We provide these links for your convenience and information only. We have no control over the content, policies, or practices of third-party sites and assume no responsibility for them. Your use of third-party websites is at your own risk and subject to their respective terms and conditions.
8. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, Crown Social, its directors, employees, partners, and affiliates shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages resulting from your use or inability to use our services. This includes damages for loss of profits, data, or other intangible losses, even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages. Our total liability shall not exceed the amount you paid, if any, to access our services.
9. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Crown Social and its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, and agents from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses, including reasonable legal fees, arising out of or in any way connected with your access to or use of our services, your violation of these Terms of Service, or your infringement of any intellectual property or other rights of any third party.
10. Privacy and Data Protection
Your use of Crown Social is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which describes how we collect, use, and protect your personal information. By using our services, you consent to the collection and use of information as detailed in our Privacy Policy. We are committed to protecting your privacy and complying with applicable Australian privacy laws and regulations.
11. Modifications to Terms
Crown Social reserves the right to modify, update, or change these Terms of Service at any time without prior notice. Any changes will be effective immediately upon posting on our website. Your continued use of our services after any such changes constitutes your acceptance of the new terms. We encourage you to review these terms periodically to stay informed of any updates.
12. Termination
We reserve the right to terminate or suspend your access to our services immediately, without prior notice or liability, for any reason, including if you breach these Terms of Service. Upon termination, your right to use our services will cease immediately. All provisions of these terms that by their nature should survive termination shall survive, including ownership provisions, warranty disclaimers, and limitations of liability.
13. Governing Law
These Terms of Service shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Australia, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Any disputes arising from these terms or your use of our services shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in Australia. You agree to submit to the personal jurisdiction of such courts.
14. Severability
If any provision of these Terms of Service is found to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, such provision shall be modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it valid and enforceable. If such modification is not possible, the provision shall be severed from these terms, and the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.
15. Contact Information
If you have any questions, concerns, or feedback regarding these Terms of Service, please contact us through our contact page or email us directly. We are committed to addressing your inquiries promptly and maintaining transparent communication with our user community. Your feedback helps us improve our services and better serve the urban culture community across Australia.