These terms and conditions and related documents outline the conditions for using our website. By accessing our site, you agree to these terms and conditions, effective May 15, 2024. Please read carefully and keep a printed copy for your records. If you do not agree with these terms and conditions, you should not use our website. Ensure anyone using your devices or internet connection to access our website is aware of and agrees to these terms and conditions. If they do not agree, they must not use our website and you must prevent them from doing so.

Disclaimers

The website is provided “as is” without warranties. We do not guarantee error-free or uninterrupted service. In particular, we do not guarantee:

– Availability of the website at specific times or locations;

– Uninterrupted access to the website;

– Compatibility with all devices or browsers.

– We may suspend access for various reasons, such as maintenance or updates.

Moreover, our website provides general information and is not intended as advice. We do not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of its content. See also https://www.ecca-org.eu/disclaimer/.

Additional governing documents

Your use of our website is also governed by our privacy and cookies policy at https://www.ecca-org.eu/privacy-policy/, detailing how we collect, use, share, and protect your information. By using our site, you agree to our privacy and cookies policy.

Changes to terms and documents

We may update these terms and conditions and related documents for reasons including:

– Business changes;

– New website features;

– Data processing updates;

– Legal compliance;

– Changes will be posted on our website, and continued use signifies acceptance of the new terms.

Website material ownership

All intellectual property on our website is owned by or licensed to us and is protected by law. Unauthorized use is prohibited. Third-party trademarks belong to their respective owners and require permission for use.

Use of website content

The content is for personal, non-commercial use. You may print or share it within your organization but cannot alter or distribute it without permission. Automated data extraction is not allowed. The following are also not allowed:

– Reproduction or reselling of website content;

– Interference with the website’s operation or security;

– Use of the website for unlawful or fraudulent purposes;

– Uploading harmful software or content;

– Misuse of personal data.

– Breach of these terms may lead to reporting to authorities.

Viruses and other harmful content

We aim to prevent malicious software but are not liable for any that may affect your device. Ensure you have up-to-date antivirus protection. In the case that we suspect any illegal behaviour such as installing to our website viruses and other harmful content, we may report it to the relevant authorities and may disclose your identity.

Third-party links

We are not responsible for content or data practices of third-party websites linked from our site. Review their privacy policies before use.

In the case that you are interested in linking to our website, you need our consent and you must do so in a manner which respects our reputation and does not in any way harm our business and/or ethics. We may withdraw this permission at any time.

Liability

We are not liable for any loss, costs, expenses, liabilities or penalties, from our website’s use such as but not limited to:

– Data corruption or access to our website issues;

– Loss of profits, business, or reputation;

– Other secondary, indirect or consequential losses.

Liability is excluded where lawful.

You and any third party for or on behalf of whom you operate an account or activity on the website agree to defend at our request, indemnify and hold us harmless from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses and expenses, including, without limitation, reasonable legal and attorneys’ fees and costs, arising out of or in any way connected with your use of our website/breach of terms/violation of third-party rights.

Governing law and jurisdiction

These terms and related documents are governed by Belgian law. Disputes will be resolved in Belgian courts.