Terms of Service

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing this website, you are agreeing to be bound by these Terms of Service and all applicable laws and regulations, and you agree that you are responsible for compliance with any applicable local laws. If you do not agree with any of these terms, you are prohibited from using or accessing this site.

2. Nature of Service - User-Generated Content Platform

You acknowledge and agree that:

• All content on this platform is freely submitted by users and community contributors
• Grokypedia acts solely as a technology service provider and content hosting platform
• We do not create, author, verify, fact-check, or validate any content before publication
• Content may be incomplete, inaccurate, outdated, or unreliable
• You use all content at your own risk and discretion

3. User Contributions and Responsibilities

When you contribute content to Grokypedia, you represent, warrant, and agree that:

• You are solely responsible for all content you submit
• Your contributions are original or you have all necessary rights to submit them
• Your contributions do not violate any third-party rights, including intellectual property, privacy, or publicity rights
• You will not submit content that is defamatory, obscene, threatening, harassing, or illegal
• You indemnify and hold harmless Grokypedia from any claims arising from your contributions
• You grant Grokypedia a perpetual, worldwide, royalty-free, non-exclusive, transferable license to use, reproduce, modify, and display your contributions

4. No Warranties - "AS IS" Basis

Grokypedia expressly disclaims all warranties, whether express, implied, statutory, or otherwise, including but not limited to:

• Any warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, title, or non-infringement
• Any warranties regarding the accuracy, reliability, completeness, or timeliness of content
• Any warranties that the service will be uninterrupted, secure, or error-free
• Any warranties regarding the results obtained from using the service
• Any warranties regarding the quality or safety of any content, products, or services

No advice or information, whether oral or written, obtained from Grokypedia or through the service will create any warranty not expressly stated herein.

5. Limitation of Liability

Under no circumstances shall Grokypedia, its owners, operators, employees, agents, affiliates, or content providers be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, punitive, or exemplary damages arising from or related to:

• Your use or inability to use the service or content
• Any errors, mistakes, or inaccuracies in content
• Personal injury, property damage, or any other damages resulting from your access to or use of the service
• Any unauthorized access to or use of our servers or any personal information stored therein
• Any interruption or cessation of transmission to or from the service
• Any bugs, viruses, trojan horses, or similar items transmitted through the service
• Any content or conduct of any third party on the service
• Any loss of profits, revenue, data, or use
• Business interruption or any other commercial damages or losses
• Reliance on any content or information obtained through the service

This limitation applies whether the alleged liability is based on contract, tort, negligence, strict liability, or any other basis, and even if Grokypedia has been advised of the possibility of such damage. Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion of certain warranties or limitation of liability for incidental or consequential damages, so some of the above limitations may not apply to you. In such jurisdictions, our liability shall be limited to the greatest extent permitted by law.

6. Indemnification

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless Grokypedia, its officers, directors, employees, agents, affiliates, licensors, and service providers from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, judgments, awards, losses, costs, expenses, or fees (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of or relating to:

• Your violation of these Terms of Service
• Your violation of any law or rights of any third party
• Your content or any content you submit, post, or transmit through the service
• Your use or misuse of the service
• Your connection to the service

7. No Professional Advice

The content on Grokypedia is for general informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended as, and should not be considered, professional advice of any kind, including but not limited to:

• Legal, financial, tax, or accounting advice
• Medical, health, or mental health advice
• Investment or trading recommendations
• Professional or career guidance
• Technical or engineering specifications

Always seek the advice of qualified professionals for any specific questions or concerns.

8. Content Accuracy and Reliability

Grokypedia makes no representations or warranties regarding the accuracy, reliability, completeness, or timeliness of any content. Content may contain technical, typographical, or factual errors. We do not monitor, verify, or fact-check user-submitted content. You acknowledge that:

• Content may be edited, modified, or deleted by any user at any time
• We have no obligation to update or correct content
• We may remove content at any time without notice
• You should independently verify any information before relying on it
• Historical versions of content may be inaccurate or outdated

9. Third-Party Links and Content

Grokypedia may contain links to third-party websites, services, or resources. We have not reviewed and do not control these third-party sites. We are not responsible for the availability, content, accuracy, or practices of any third-party sites. Links do not constitute an endorsement. Your use of third-party sites is at your own risk and subject to their terms and policies.

10. Modifications to Service and Terms

Grokypedia reserves the right, at our sole discretion, to modify, suspend, or discontinue the service (or any part thereof) at any time with or without notice. We may also modify these Terms of Service at any time by posting the revised terms. Your continued use of the service following any changes constitutes acceptance of those changes.

11. User Accounts and Security

If you create an account, you are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and for all activities that occur under your account. You agree to immediately notify us of any unauthorized access or use of your account.

12. Prohibited Uses

You may not use the service for any illegal purposes or in violation of any laws. Prohibited activities include but are not limited to:

• Posting false, misleading, or defamatory content
• Infringing on intellectual property rights
• Harassing, threatening, or abusing others
• Distributing malware or harmful code
• Attempting to gain unauthorized access to our systems
• Scraping or harvesting data without permission

13. Dispute Resolution and Arbitration

Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of the service shall be resolved through binding arbitration rather than in court, except where prohibited by law. You waive your right to a jury trial and to participate in class action lawsuits.

14. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with applicable laws, without regard to conflict of law principles. Any legal action or proceeding shall be brought exclusively in the appropriate courts, and you consent to personal jurisdiction therein.

15. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision shall be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary so that these Terms shall otherwise remain in full force and effect.

16. Contact Information

If you have any questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us at our contact page.