Terms and Conditions
1. Introduction
Welcome to siliconvalleywineauction.com (the “Website”). These Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of the services and content provided through this Website. By accessing or using the Website, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to all of the Terms, you may not access or use the Website.
2. Definitions
– “Service” refers to all features, functions, content, and capabilities provided through siliconvalleywineauction.com, including, but not limited to, browsing, purchasing, bidding, and registering for auctions or events.
– “User” means any individual or entity that accesses, browses, or uses the Website in any capacity.
– “Content” means all text, images, graphics, videos, audio, data, information, and other materials available through siliconvalleywineauction.com, whether provided by us, third parties, or Users.
– “Account” refers to a registered User profile used to access certain features or participate in certain services on the Website.
3. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing or using siliconvalleywineauction.com, you agree to comply with and be legally bound by these Terms. If you are using the Website on behalf of an organization or entity, you represent that you are authorized to accept these Terms on its behalf.
4. Changes to Terms
We reserve the right to modify or update these Terms at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting on the Website. Your continued use of the Website after such changes signifies your acceptance of the modified Terms.
5. Use of Services
Eligibility
You must be at least 18 years of age or the legal age of majority in your jurisdiction to use our Services. By using the Website, you represent and warrant that you meet this requirement.
Account
To access certain features, you may be required to create an Account. You agree to provide accurate, complete, and current information and to update your information as necessary. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your Account credentials and for all activities that occur under your Account.
Prohibited Activities
You agree not to:
– Use the Website for any unlawful purpose or in violation of any applicable law or regulation;
– Interfere with or disrupt the integrity or performance of the Website or Services;
– Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any portion of the Website, Accounts, or systems;
– Post or transmit any false, misleading, infringing, or harmful content;
– Use automated systems or software to extract data from the Website for commercial purposes without prior written consent.
6. Intellectual Property
All Content on siliconvalleywineauction.com, including but not limited to text, design, graphics, logos, artwork, and software, is the property of Silicon Valley Wine Auction or its licensors and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. You may not use, reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works from any Content without express written permission.
7. User-Generated Content
If you post, submit, or otherwise contribute content to the Website, you retain ownership of your content but grant us a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free license to use, display, reproduce, and distribute such content in connection with the operation and promotion of the Website. You represent that you have all necessary rights to grant the above license and that your content does not infringe any third-party rights.
8. Privacy Policy
Your use of the Website is also subject to our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information. By using the Website, you consent to the practices described in the Privacy Policy.
9. Third-Party Services
The Website may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the availability, accuracy, or content of such third-party services, and their inclusion does not imply endorsement. You access and use third-party services at your own risk and subject to their respective terms and policies.
10. Disclaimers and Liability
The Website and all Services are provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis, without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. We disclaim all warranties, including but not limited to warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, non-infringement, and accuracy.
To the maximum extent permitted by law, Silicon Valley Wine Auction and its affiliates shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, or for any loss of profits or revenues, whether incurred directly or indirectly, arising out of your use or inability to use the Website or Services.
11. Indemnification
You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless Silicon Valley Wine Auction, its directors, officers, employees, affiliates, and agents from and against all claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, or expenses arising out of or related to your use of the Website, your violation of these Terms, or your infringement of any third-party rights.
12. Termination
We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access to the Website or Services at our sole discretion, with or without notice, for any reason, including violation of these Terms. Upon termination, your right to access or use the Website will immediately cease.
13. Governing Law
These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of California, without regard to its conflict of law principles. You agree to submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in Santa Clara County, California for the resolution of any disputes arising out of or relating to these Terms.
14. Miscellaneous
Entire Agreement
These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and Silicon Valley Wine Auction regarding your use of siliconvalleywineauction.com and supersede all prior or contemporaneous understandings or agreements, whether written or oral.
Severability
If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect.
Waiver
Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms will not be deemed a waiver of such right or provision.
15. Contact Info
For questions about these Terms, contact us at [email protected].