Terms & Conditions for using this website
Effective Date: December 2024
Welcome to Stand By Me Animal Care (“we,” “us,” or “our”). By accessing or using our website, http://www.stand-by-me.co.za, you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use our website.
1. Acceptance of Terms
By using our website, you confirm that you are at least 18 years old or have obtained parental/guardian consent to use our services. These Terms and Conditions form a binding agreement between you and Stand By Me Animal Care.
2. Use of the Website
2.1 Permitted Use
You agree to use our website only for lawful purposes and in compliance with these Terms.
You may:
Browse our content, donate, or engage with our services.
Download or print information for personal, non-commercial use.
2.2 Prohibited Activities
You may not:
Use the website in any way that could harm or disable its operation.
Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the website, server, or database.
Reproduce, distribute, or exploit our content for commercial purposes without written consent.
Post or transmit harmful, defamatory, or offensive content.
3. Donations and Payments
3.1 Donations
All donations made through our website are final and non-refundable unless required by applicable law. By donating, you confirm that:
You are legally authorized to use the payment method provided.
The information you provide is accurate and complete.
3.2 Tax Certificates
Donors may request a Section 18A tax certificate for eligible donations. The availability of tax benefits depends on local tax regulations and your circumstances.
4. Intellectual Property
All content on this website, including text, images, graphics, logos, videos, and software, is owned by or licensed to Stand By Me Animal Care and is protected by copyright and intellectual property laws.
4.1 Your Rights
You are granted a limited, revocable, non-exclusive license to use the website for personal purposes only.
4.2 Restrictions
You may not copy, modify, or distribute any content from this website without our express written permission.
5. Limitation of Liability
5.1 No Guarantees
We strive to provide accurate and updated information, but we make no guarantees regarding the website’s accuracy, completeness, or reliability.
5.2 User Responsibility
You use this website at your own risk. We are not responsible for:
Errors, interruptions, or delays in the website’s operation.
Loss or damage resulting from your use of the website, including reliance on its content.
5.3 Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. These links are provided for your convenience, and we are not responsible for their content or privacy practices.
6. Privacy Policy
Your use of this website is also governed by our [Privacy Policy](insert link), which explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.
7. Termination of Use
We reserve the right to restrict or terminate your access to our website at any time, without prior notice, if we believe you have violated these Terms and Conditions or engaged in unlawful behaviour.
8. Governing Law
These Terms and Conditions are governed by the laws of South Africa. Any disputes arising from the use of this website will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts in the Western Cape.
9. Changes to These Terms
We may update these Terms and Conditions at any time without notice. Changes will take effect immediately upon posting to the website. Your continued use of the website signifies your acceptance of the updated terms.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions about these Terms and Conditions, please contact us at:
Stand By Me Animal Care
Email: info@stand-by-me.co.za