Terms Of Use
TheUKCATPeople Website Terms of Use
Last Updated 01/09/2023
1. Introduction
Welcome to TheUKCATPeople, available at www.theukcatpeople.co.uk. This document, along with the referenced policies, governs your use of our website, whether you're visiting as a guest or a registered user. Accessing, browsing, or registering on our website signifies your agreement to these Terms of Use, our Privacy Policy, and our Cookies Policy.
We recommend reviewing these Terms carefully and retaining a copy for future reference.
2. Acceptance and Applicability of Terms
When you access and use www.theukcatpeople.co.uk, it is understood that you unconditionally agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms of Use. Your use of our website constitutes your full acceptance of these Terms. Should you disagree with any part of these Terms, you must immediately cease using our website.
In conjunction with these Terms, your use of our website is also subject to the following policies, which are incorporated into these Terms by reference and form an integral part of the contractual agreement between you and TheUKCATPeople:
Privacy Policy: This policy explains how we handle and protect your personal data in compliance with applicable data protection laws. By using our website, you acknowledge our processing of your personal data in accordance with this policy.
Cookies Policy: Our website utilises cookies to enhance your user experience. This policy details our use of cookies, including how they are managed and your choices regarding their use.
For any purchases of courses, goods, or services from our website, the terms of sale and use are fully integrated into these Terms of Use. The specific conditions related to transactions, including payment terms, refunds, and access to purchased content, are hereby acknowledged as part of these comprehensive Terms.
3. About TheUKCATPeople
TheUKCATPeople is registered in England and Wales under company number 13554392, with our registered office at 23 Hughenden Avenue, London, HA3 8HA. Our VAT number is 416501134.
4. Revisions to Terms of Use
We may modify these Terms of Use at any time. Such changes will be effective immediately upon posting to this page. Your continued use of our website following any changes indicates your acceptance of the new terms.
5. Website Modifications
We continually strive to improve our website and may update content periodically. While we endeavour to keep information up-to-date, some content may become outdated, and we are under no obligation to update it. We do not guarantee that our website, or any content on it, will be error-free or omission-free.
6. Website Access
Our website and its associated articles is primarily available at no cost. However, some content or services (hereinafter referred to as "Premium Content") may be subject to charges, the terms of which are included within these Terms of Use.
Access to our website is granted on a temporary basis. We reserve the right to withdraw, suspend, or modify our site (or any part thereof) without notice. We shall not be liable if, for any reason, our site is unavailable at any time or for any period.
You may not use TheUKCATPeople's website for unauthorised commercial purposes, reverse engineering, or modifying any part of the site or its services. You agree not to engage in any data collection activities, such as scraping or data mining, on our website. Any attempt to access other users' accounts or to breach our security measures is strictly prohibited.
You are responsible for ensuring that all persons accessing our website through your internet connection are aware of these Terms and their accompanying policies, and that they comply with them.
Premium Content is accessible only through the specific procedures outlined on our website. This includes adherence to the terms outlined in this document regarding payment and access. Attempting to bypass or circumvent any security features or processes on our website to access Premium Content without proper authorisation is strictly prohibited.
7. Age Eligibility and Supervision for Website Use
TheUKCATPeople’s website and services are designed and intended for use by individuals who have reached the age of 13 years or older. We do not knowingly collect, use, or disclose personal information from children under the age of 13 without prior verifiable parental consent.
Mandatory Adult Supervision for Underage Users:
Any user under the age of 13 must obtain the supervision and consent of a parent or legal guardian to access and utilise the services provided by TheUKCATPeople's website. It is the responsibility of the parent or legal guardian to monitor the child's usage and ensure adherence to our Terms and Conditions.
By permitting a child under the age of 13 to access our website, the supervising adult accepts full responsibility for ensuring the child's compliance with these Terms and for any consequences of misuse.
Verification of Age:
TheUKCATPeople reserves the right to request proof of age at any stage to verify that minors accessing and using our website are doing so with parental consent and supervision. Failure to provide such proof may result in the suspension or termination of the user’s access to our services.
Legal Compliance and Protection of Children:
This age requirement is instituted in compliance with the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) and other applicable laws aimed at protecting the safety and privacy of minors online.
Parents and guardians are advised to exercise oversight over their children's online activities and to instruct them on safe and responsible use of the internet.
We encourage parents and guardians to participate in their children’s online experience and to review our Privacy Policy for more information on our data handling practices.
Any use of our website by children under the age of 13 without parental consent and supervision is strictly prohibited and may lead to the removal of the underage user’s account.
8. Account Creation and Confidentiality
In order to access certain features of our website, including the procurement of goods and services, it is necessary to create a personal account. By creating an account, you affirm that all provided information is accurate, current, and truthful.
Should you be assigned or create any form of user identification, such as a username or password, as part of our security measures, it is imperative that you keep this information confidential and refrain from disclosing it to third parties.
We reserve the right to disable any user identification code or password at our discretion, particularly if we suspect a breach of these terms. If you believe that your account security has been compromised, please contact us immediately at info@theukcatpeople.co.uk.
Account termination can be initiated by either you or TheUKCATPeople. In the event of termination by us, you will receive a notification via email. We reserve the right to terminate accounts without providing reasons.
TheUKCATPeople reserves the right to terminate or suspend your access to our website at any time, without notice, for conduct that we believe violates these Terms of Use or is harmful to other users of our website, to TheUKCATPeople, to the business community, or to other information providers.
By using TheUKCATPeople and submitting content, you grant TheUKCATPeople and its affiliates a non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual, and worldwide license to use, reproduce, modify, adapt, publish, translate, create derivative works from, distribute, perform, and display such content (in whole or part) and/or to incorporate it in other works in any form, media, or technology now known or later developed.
9. Intellectual Property and Usage Rights
TheUKCATPeople is the proprietor or licensee of all intellectual property rights inherent in our website and the material published on it, protected under global copyright laws. All such rights are expressly reserved.
You are permitted to print or download extracts from our website solely for personal use. In doing so, you may not modify any materials and must not separate graphics or images from accompanying text.
TheUKCATPeople's status (and that of any identified contributors) as the authors of content on our website must always be acknowledged. Commercial use of any website content is strictly prohibited unless authorised by us or our licensors.
Non-compliance with these terms regarding the use of our website content will result in an immediate revocation of your usage rights. In such cases, you must either return or destroy any copied materials, as instructed by us.
10. Copyright Infringement and Enforcement
At TheUKCATPeople, we rigorously enforce copyright laws and intellectual property rights. Any user found to be unlawfully transmitting, sharing, or using copyrighted material on our website without appropriate licensing, explicit consent, or a legally recognised defense (such as fair use) will face immediate termination of their access privileges.
Users who contribute content to TheUKCATPeople (referred to as User-Generated Content or UGC) are solely responsible for ensuring that their submissions do not infringe upon the copyrights or other rights (such as privacy and publicity rights) of any third parties. It is imperative that users verify the ownership and clearance of rights in their UGC to avoid legal repercussions.
Upon receiving notification from a copyright holder or their authorised representative regarding an alleged infringement, coupled with supporting evidence such as a court order or an admission of guilt by the user, TheUKCATPeople will not hesitate to terminate the infringing user’s access to our website. This termination will be immediate and irrevocable, reflecting our zero-tolerance policy towards copyright infringement.
Proactive Termination Rights: In cases where we have reasonable grounds to believe that copyright infringement has occurred, TheUKCATPeople reserves the right, at our sole discretion, to pre-emptively terminate a user’s access to our site. This action can be taken even before receiving formal notification from a copyright holder, highlighting our proactive stance in protecting intellectual property rights.
Legal Consequences: Users should be aware that engaging in unauthorised use of copyrighted material may subject them to serious legal consequences, including potential claims for damages and legal costs. TheUKCATPeople will actively cooperate with copyright holders and law enforcement authorities in such matters, which may include disclosing the identity of the infringing users.
11. Accuracy of Information and Limitation on Reliance
The content available on TheUKCATPeople's website is presented for general informational purposes and is not intended to serve as a substitute for professional or specialised advice. Decisions made or actions taken based on the information provided on our site should be backed by independent professional consultation.
TheUKCATPeople is not responsible for any decisions taken based on the content provided on our website.
Despite our continuous efforts to ensure the accuracy and relevance of our website content, the dynamic nature of the subjects we cover means that information may not always reflect the most recent research or current practices. Furthermore, given the expansive scope of our content, it is not feasible to guarantee the perpetual up-to-date status of every piece of information.
Consequently, TheUKCATPeople does not assert absolute accuracy, completeness, or current applicability of the website content. Users are advised to verify the currentness and reliability of the information, especially when it is being considered as the basis for any significant decisions or actions.
12. Limitation of Liability
Nothing in these terms of use shall exclude or limit TheUKCATPeople's liability for death or personal injury caused by our negligence, fraud or fraudulent misrepresentation, or any other liability that cannot be excluded or limited under English law.
Beyond these exceptions, to the extent permissible by law, TheUKCATPeople excludes all implied conditions, warranties, representations, or other terms that may apply to our website or any content on it.
We are not liable for any loss or damage, whether in contract, tort (including negligence), breach of statutory duty, or otherwise, even if foreseeable, arising under or in connection with your use of, or inability to use, our website; or your reliance on any content on our website.
Our website is provided for domestic and private use only. You agree not to use our website for any commercial or business purposes, and we are not liable for any loss of profit, business, business interruption, or loss of business opportunity.
13. Uploading Content to Our Website
By uploading content to our website, you agree to abide by our content standards. You warrant that your contributions adhere to these standards, and you will indemnify TheUKCATPeople for any breach of this warranty.
Content you upload will be considered non-confidential and non-proprietary. You grant us a perpetual, worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, copy, distribute, and disclose to third parties any such content for any purpose.
If you post content that infringes on intellectual property rights or privacy rights of others, we have the right to disclose your identity to any third party who claims that content posted by you constitutes a violation of their rights.
We are not responsible for the content or accuracy of any materials posted by you or other users. We reserve the right to remove any material that does not meet our content standards.
You agree to provide true, accurate, and complete information while using TheUKCATPeople's website. You must not impersonate others or use their information without consent. Any form of harassment, abuse, or harm directed towards other users is strictly prohibited. You agree to notify TheUKCATPeople immediately in case of any unauthorised use of your account.
Content that is offensive, promotes illegal activities, or violates the rights of any person or entity is not permitted on TheUKCATPeople's website. This includes, but is not limited to, content that is defamatory, obscene, threatening, or infringing on intellectual property rights. Posting such content can result in immediate termination of your account.
14. Dispute Resolution
In the event of any dispute, claim, question, or disagreement arising from or related to these Terms of Use or the breach thereof, TheUKCATPeople reserves the right to determine the resolution method. This may include, but is not limited to, unilateral decision-making by TheUKCATPeople, without the requirement for negotiation or mutual agreement.
Any disputes arising under or in connection with these Terms shall be exclusively subject to the decision of TheUKCATPeople. The decision made by TheUKCATPeople in resolving any such dispute shall be final and binding on the parties. The users of TheUKCATPeople's website agree to be bound by any decision made by TheUKCATPeople under this clause and waive any right to contest or negotiate such decisions.
Users agree that TheUKCATPeople, in its sole discretion, may choose to resolve disputes through arbitration or other legal means, and any such resolution process will be conducted under the rules determined by TheUKCATPeople. The judgment on the award rendered in any such proceeding may be entered in any court having jurisdiction thereof.
By agreeing to these Terms of Use, users unequivocally accept this approach to dispute resolution and relinquish any claim to alternate dispute resolution mechanisms or negotiation processes.
15. Guidelines for Linking to TheUKCATPeople's Website
You are permitted to create links to TheUKCATPeople’s home page, subject to the following conditions to ensure fairness and legal compliance:
Compliance and Fair Use: Links should be established in a way that adheres to legal standards and fair practices. They should not mislead users or misrepresent your relationship with TheUKCATPeople or present false information about TheUKCATPeople.
Reputation and Integrity: Any link to TheUKCATPeople's website must not harm, tarnish, or take advantage of our reputation. The linking method should not create the false impression that TheUKCATPeople endorses, partners with, or is in any way associated with your site, business, products, or services unless there is a prior written agreement to that effect.
No Implicit Endorsement: The link must not suggest any form of association, approval, or endorsement on the part of TheUKCATPeople where none exists. This includes refraining from using any logos or trademarks of TheUKCATPeople without express written permission.
Website Presentation: Your website must not frame TheUKCATPeople’s content or present it in a way that causes confusion among users about the ownership or origin of the content.
TheUKCATPeople reserves the right to request the removal of any links that do not meet these guidelines or that are otherwise deemed inappropriate or potentially damaging to our brand. Failure to comply with such a request may result in legal action or other measures to protect the rights and reputation of TheUKCATPeople.
16. Third-Party Links and Resources
TheUKCATPeople's website may include links to external websites and resources operated by third parties. These links are provided for your convenience and to enhance your informational resources. However, it is important to note that such links do not imply an endorsement or approval of the linked sites or the information you obtain from them by TheUKCATPeople.
We do not exercise control over the content, policies, or practices of these third-party sites and resources. As such, TheUKCATPeople expressly disclaims any responsibility for the accuracy, content, or availability of information found on sites that link to or from our website. The presence of these links should not be interpreted as TheUKCATPeople's endorsement of the operator, the website, or the content therein.
When leaving TheUKCATPeople’s website via these links, we encourage you to review the terms and conditions, privacy policies, and other governing documents of each website you visit, as their standards may differ from ours. Your use of third-party websites and resources is at your own risk, and TheUKCATPeople shall not be liable for any loss or damage that may arise from your use of them.
17. Indemnification
By agreeing to these Terms of Use you agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless TheUKCATPeople, its officers, directors, employees, agents, licensors, suppliers, and any third-party information providers to the website from and against all losses, expenses, damages, and costs, including reasonable attorneys' fees, resulting from any violation of these Terms of Use by you.
18. Governing Law and Jurisdiction
These terms of use, their subject matter and their formation are governed by English law. You and we both agree that the courts of England and Wales will have exclusive jurisdiction.
19. Contact Us
For any queries or concerns regarding these terms or our website, please contact us at info@theukcatpeople.co.uk.