Terms and Conditions

1. Introduction

Welcome to independentecho.com (the “Website”). These Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of the Website, its related services, and any content provided through or in connection with it. By using our Service, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree with any part of the Terms, please refrain from using the Website.

2. Definitions

For the purposes of these Terms:

– “Service” refers to the Website at independentecho.com and all related content, features, tools, and services.
– “User” refers to any individual or entity accessing or using the Service.
– “Content” includes all text, media, images, audio, video, articles, blogs, and other materials on the Website.
– “Account” refers to any registered user profile or access credentials created to access certain parts of the Service.

3. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using the Service, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to be bound by these Terms. If you are using the Service on behalf of an organization, business, or other entity, you represent and warrant that you have the authority to bind that entity to these Terms.

4. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify or update these Terms at any time without prior notice. Continued use of the Website constitutes your acceptance of any revised Terms. We encourage you to periodically review this page for updates.

5. Use of Services

5.1 Eligibility
You must be at least 13 years old to use the Service. By using the Service, you represent and warrant that you meet this requirement.

5.2 Account
Certain features of the Service may require the creation of an Account. You agree to provide accurate and complete information and to keep it up to date. You are responsible for all activity that occurs under your Account.

5.3 Prohibited Activities
Users may not use the Service to:
– Engage in unlawful or fraudulent conduct.
– Violate the rights of others, including privacy, intellectual property, and publicity rights.
– Distribute malware or other harmful technologies.
– Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the Service or interfere with its operation.

6. Intellectual Property

All original content and materials on independentecho.com, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, and copyrights, are owned or licensed by Independent Echo and are protected by intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works without prior written consent, unless expressly permitted.

7. User-Generated Content

By submitting content to the Service, including comments, articles, or media, you grant us a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free, perpetual license to use, reproduce, and display such content on the Website. You represent and warrant that you own or have the necessary rights to submit such content and that it does not violate any third-party rights or applicable laws.

8. Privacy Policy

Your use of the Service is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal data. Please review the Privacy Policy posted on independentecho.com for more information.

9. Third-Party Services

The Website may contain links or integrate with third-party websites or services that are not owned or controlled by Independent Echo. We are not responsible for the content or practices of any third parties. Your interactions with these sites are governed by their own terms and privacy policies.

10. Disclaimers and Liability

The Service is provided “as is” and “as available” without warranties of any kind. Independent Echo does not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any content. To the fullest extent permitted by law, Independent Echo disclaims all liability for direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from your use or inability to use the Service.

11. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Independent Echo, its affiliates, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, liabilities, losses, or expenses (including legal fees) arising from your breach of these Terms or your misuse of the Service.

12. Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access to the Service at our sole discretion, without notice or liability, for any reason, including violation of these Terms. Upon termination, your right to use the Service will immediately cease.

13. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of the jurisdiction applicable to Independent Echo, without regard to conflict of law principles.

14. Miscellaneous

14.1 Entire Agreement
These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and Independent Echo concerning your use of the Service and supersede any prior agreements or understandings.

14.2 Severability
If any provision of these Terms is found to be unlawful, void, or unenforceable, that provision shall be deemed severable and will not affect the validity and enforceability of any remaining provisions.

14.3 Waiver
No waiver of any term or condition in these Terms shall be considered a further or continuing waiver of such term or condition or any other term or condition.

15. Contact Info

For questions about these Terms, contact us at [email protected].