1. Acceptance of these Terms and Conditions

By accessing or using the website https://cartmell.ie (the “Platform”), you agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms and Conditions. If you do not agree with these terms, you must not use the Platform. Continued use of the Platform constitutes acceptance of these Terms and Conditions.

2. Scope of Permitted Use

The Platform and its content are provided for your personal and lawful use only. You agree not to:

• Use the Platform for any unlawful purposes.
• Reproduce, duplicate, copy, sell, resell, or exploit any part of the Platform without express written permission.
• Interfere with or disrupt the Platform’s functionality, servers, or networks.

3. Limitation of Liability for Use of the Platforms and the Platform Content

Cartmell Communications Limited will not be held liable for:

• Any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from the use or inability to use the Platform.
• Errors or omissions in the content provided on the Platform.
• Any harm caused by viruses, malware, or other technologically harmful material encountered while using the Platform.

4. Exclusion of Warranties and Representations

The Platform and its content are provided “as is” and “as available” without any warranties or representations of any kind, either express or implied. Cartmell Communications Limited disclaims:

• All implied warranties, including those of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement.
• Any guarantee that the Platform will be uninterrupted, error-free, or secure.

5. References and Links to and from Other Websites, Products, and Services

The Platform may contain links to third-party websites, products, or services. These links are provided for your convenience only and do not imply endorsement by Cartmell Communications Limited. We are not responsible for:

• The content, accuracy, or availability of linked sites.
• Any damages or losses arising from your use of third-party websites, products, or services.

6. Intellectual Property

All content on the Platform, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, and software, is the property of Cartmell Communications Limited or its licensors and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. Unauthorized use of the content is strictly prohibited.

7. Your Behaviour When Using the Platforms

You agree to use the Platform responsibly and not to engage in any behavior that:

• Violates applicable laws or regulations.
• Harms, threatens, or harasses others.
• Disrupts the normal operation of the Platform.
• Attempts to gain unauthorized access to systems, data, or accounts.

8. The Blog Posts and Opinion Polls

The opinions expressed in blog posts and opinion polls on the Platform are those of the authors and participants, not necessarily those of Cartmell Communications Limited. We are not responsible for the accuracy or reliability of such content.

9. Interception and Monitoring

Cartmell Communications Limited reserves the right to monitor and review your use of the Platform for compliance with these Terms and Conditions. Unauthorized access or misuse may result in legal action.

10. Privacy Policy

Your privacy is important to us. Please refer to our Privacy Policy for details on how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.

11. Variation of these Terms and Conditions

Cartmell Communications Limited reserves the right to modify these Terms and Conditions at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting. It is your responsibility to review these terms periodically. Continued use of the Platform signifies your acceptance of the updated terms.

12. Miscellaneous Matters

• Severability: If any provision of these Terms and Conditions is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.
• Governing Law: These Terms and Conditions shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Ireland.
• Contact Information: For any questions or concerns regarding these Terms and Conditions, please contact us at info@cartmell.ie.