Terms of Service
Effective Date: January 4, 2025
1. Purpose of the Website
The primary purpose of www.astromaniac.com is to serve as an informational platform for Astromaniac, providing updates on the owner’s online presence, projects, and initiatives. The website acts as a centralized hub, offering links to external content, collaborations, and other relevant resources.
2. Age Restrictions
www.astromaniac.com is not intended for use by individuals under the age of 13. By accessing or using this website, you affirm that you are at least 13 years of age or older. If you are under the age of 13, please refrain from using this website.
3. User Interaction
Users of www.astromaniac.com may interact with the website by submitting information through a Google Form located on the “Contact Me” page. This form is provided solely for communication purposes, such as inquiries or collaboration requests. Beyond this, users are not permitted to create accounts, submit comments, upload content, or make purchases through the website.
4. Usage Monitoring
The owner of www.astromaniac.com reserves the right to monitor user activity on the website to ensure compliance with these Terms of Service and to maintain the security and integrity of the website.
5. Prohibited Jurisdictions
Access to www.astromaniac.com may be restricted in certain jurisdictions. Users are responsible for ensuring that their use of the website complies with all applicable laws in their location.
6. Right to Refuse Service
The owner of www.astromaniac.com reserves the right to refuse access to the website or its services to any individual or entity at their sole discretion, without prior notice.
7. Restrictions
By accessing or using www.astromaniac.com, users agree to comply with all applicable laws and refrain from engaging in any of the following prohibited activities:
1. Illegal Activities: Engaging in any activity that violates local, state, national, or international laws or regulations.
2. Harmful Behavior: Posting or transmitting any material that is defamatory, obscene, fraudulent, abusive, offensive, or otherwise objectionable.
3. Disruption of Website Functionality:
• Attempting to gain unauthorized access to the website, its servers, or any connected systems.
• Introducing viruses, malware, or any other harmful code.
• Using automated systems such as bots or scrapers to extract data without prior permission.
4. Spamming and Misuse: Sending unsolicited messages or advertisements, or misusing any forms or features on the site.
5. Intellectual Property Violations:
• Reproducing, distributing, or otherwise using content from the website without prior written consent from Astromaniac.
6. Music Usage:
• The music provided on this website is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution-NoDerivatives (CC BY-ND) license.
• Users are prohibited from modifying, remixing, or altering the music.
• Proper credit must be given by including: “Music by Astromaniac - Available at https://astromaniac.com.”
• Unauthorized use in commercials, advertisements, movies, shows, or promotional content is prohibited without prior permission (contact: contact@astromaniac.com).
7. Impersonation or Fraud: Impersonating the website owner or misrepresenting your affiliation with the site.
8. Interference with Services: Interrupting or attempting to disrupt the proper functioning of the website in any way.
9. Other Prohibited Uses: Any activity that the owner reasonably deems harmful to the website, its users, or its intended purpose.
8. Intellectual Property
All content, materials, and intellectual property displayed or available on www.astromaniac.com, including but not limited to text, images, graphics, logos, music, and website design, are the exclusive property of Astromaniac or its licensors and are protected by applicable copyright, trademark, and intellectual property laws.
Permission to use any intellectual property may be requested by contacting Astromaniac at contact@astromaniac.com.
9. DMCA or Copyright Violation Procedure
If you believe that any content on www.astromaniac.com infringes your copyright, please notify the owner at contact@astromaniac.com with detailed information about the alleged infringement, including:
1. Identification of the copyrighted work claimed to have been infringed.
2. The URL or specific location of the content in question.
3. Your contact information, including name, address, telephone number, and email address.
4. A statement that you have a good-faith belief that the use is unauthorized.
5. A declaration under penalty of perjury that the information provided is accurate.
10. Liabilities and Warranties
1. Website Availability and Accuracy: The website is provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis. Astromaniac disclaims all liability for errors, interruptions, or delays in service.
2. Third-Party Links: Astromaniac is not responsible for the content, policies, or practices of third-party websites linked from www.astromaniac.com.
3. Limitation of Liability: To the maximum extent permitted by law, Astromaniac shall not be liable for any damages arising from the use or inability to use the website.
4. No Warranty: Astromaniac disclaims all express or implied warranties, including those of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose.
11. Jurisdiction and Governing Law
These Terms of Service shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Michigan, United States. Any disputes shall first be resolved through mediation or arbitration in Michigan. If unresolved, disputes will be submitted to the exclusive jurisdiction of the state or federal courts located in Michigan.
12. Modifications to the Terms of Service
The owner of www.astromaniac.com reserves the right to modify, update, or replace these Terms of Service at any time at their sole discretion. Such modifications shall become effective immediately upon posting to the website. Users are responsible for reviewing the terms periodically. Continued use of the website constitutes acceptance of any changes.
Here’s the revised version with the Privacy Policy section added:
13. Privacy Policy
The use of www.astromaniac.com is subject to the Privacy Policy, which explains how data is collected, used, and protected. By using this website, you agree to the terms outlined in the Privacy Policy.
Please review the Privacy Policy.
14. Contact Information
For any questions, concerns, or requests related to these Terms of Service, please contact the owner of www.astromaniac.com via email at contact@astromaniac.com.