1. Introduction
Welcome to WORQLE ("we," "our," or "us"). These Terms and Conditions ("Terms") govern your access to and use of the WORQLE platform, including any content, functionality, and services offered on or through worqle.com (the "Platform").
By registering for an account or using the Platform, you accept and agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, you must not access or use the Platform.
2. Account Registration
To access certain features of the Platform, you must register for an account. When you register, you agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information and to update such information to keep it accurate, current, and complete.
You are responsible for safeguarding your account credentials and for all activities that occur under your account. You agree to notify us immediately of any unauthorized access to or use of your account.
3. Content Ownership
WORQLE allows creators to establish ownership of their content through blockchain verification. By uploading content to the Platform:
- You represent and warrant that you own or have the necessary rights to the content you upload.
- You retain ownership of your content, but grant WORQLE a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, display, and distribute your content on the Platform.
- You understand that blockchain verification creates a permanent record that cannot be altered or deleted.
4. License Management
WORQLE enables creators to license their content to others. When creating or purchasing a license:
- Licensors are responsible for setting accurate terms and conditions for their licenses.
- Licensees must adhere to the terms specified in the license.
- WORQLE facilitates the license transaction but is not responsible for disputes between licensors and licensees.
- All licenses are recorded on the blockchain and are subject to the terms specified at the time of creation.
5. Royalty Distribution
WORQLE facilitates royalty payments between users. By using the royalty distribution features:
- You agree to the payment processing fees associated with royalty distributions.
- You understand that payment timing may vary based on blockchain network conditions.
- You are responsible for any taxes applicable to royalties received through the Platform.
6. Prohibited Activities
You agree not to:
- Upload content that infringes on the intellectual property rights of others.
- Use the Platform for illegal activities or to promote illegal activities.
- Attempt to bypass any security measures or access unauthorized areas of the Platform.
- Use the Platform to distribute malware, viruses, or other harmful code.
- Engage in activities that could disable, overburden, or impair the proper functioning of the Platform.
7. Termination
We reserve the right to terminate or suspend your account and access to the Platform at our sole discretion, without notice, for conduct that we believe violates these Terms or is harmful to other users, us, or third parties, or for any other reason.
8. Disclaimer of Warranties
THE PLATFORM IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMISSIBLE UNDER APPLICABLE LAW, WE DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT.
9. Limitation of Liability
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, IN NO EVENT SHALL WORQLE BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, LOSS OF PROFITS, DATA, USE, GOODWILL, OR OTHER INTANGIBLE LOSSES, RESULTING FROM YOUR ACCESS TO OR USE OF OR INABILITY TO ACCESS OR USE THE PLATFORM.
10. Changes to Terms
We may revise these Terms at any time by updating this page. All changes are effective immediately when posted. Your continued use of the Platform following the posting of revised Terms means that you accept and agree to the changes.
11. Governing Law
These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Nigeria, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.
12. Contact Information
If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us at support@worqle.com.