Terms of Service

Welcome to GeoPast Chronicles. These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your access to and use of our website, content, and services. By accessing or using our website, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use our website.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing this website, you accept these Terms of Service in full. If you disagree with any part of these Terms, you must not use our website. Your continued use of the website following the posting of changes to these Terms will be deemed your acceptance of those changes.

2. Description of Services

GeoPast Chronicles provides informational and educational content related to geoarchaeology, soil science, and environmental reconstruction. Our services include:

• Access to research publications and analytical insights
• Information about geoarchaeological methodologies
• Educational resources about soil science and stratigraphy
• Contact facilities for research inquiries and collaboration
• News and updates about archaeological and geological research

3. Intellectual Property Rights

Website Content

Unless otherwise stated, GeoPast Chronicles owns the intellectual property rights for all material on this website. All intellectual property rights are reserved. You may view, download, and print pages from the website for your personal, non-commercial use, subject to restrictions set forth in these Terms.

Restrictions

You must not:

• Republish material from this website without attribution
• Sell, rent, or sub-license website material
• Reproduce, duplicate, or copy material for commercial purposes
• Redistribute content from GeoPast Chronicles (except for content specifically made for redistribution)
• Remove or alter copyright notices, author attributions, or other proprietary notices

Research Publications

Research articles and publications on this website are protected by copyright. Academic and research use is permitted with proper citation. For questions about use of published materials, please contact us.

4. User Conduct and Responsibilities

When using our website, you agree to:

• Provide accurate and complete information when submitting forms or inquiries
• Use the website in a manner consistent with all applicable laws and regulations
• Not engage in activities that could damage, disable, or impair the website
• Not attempt to gain unauthorized access to any portion of the website
• Not use automated systems (bots, scrapers) to access the website without permission
• Respect the intellectual property rights of GeoPast Chronicles and third parties

5. Disclaimer of Warranties

The information provided on this website is for general informational and educational purposes only. While we strive to provide accurate and up-to-date information:

• The website and its content are provided "as is" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied
• We do not warrant that the website will be uninterrupted, secure, or error-free
• We do not warrant the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any information on the website
• Scientific and methodological information is subject to ongoing research and revision

6. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, GeoPast Chronicles shall not be liable for:

• Any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of the website
• Any loss of data, revenue, profits, or opportunity
• Damages resulting from reliance on information obtained through the website
• Errors, mistakes, or inaccuracies in content
• Unauthorized access to or alteration of your transmissions or data

Our aggregate liability for all claims relating to the website shall not exceed the amount you paid to access the website (if any).

7. Professional Services and Consultations

If you engage GeoPast Chronicles for professional services, consulting, or analytical work:

• Separate written agreements will govern the scope, terms, and deliverables of such services
• These Terms do not create a client-service provider relationship for professional engagements
• Information on the website does not constitute professional advice for your specific situation
• Formal consultations require direct communication and contractual agreements

8. External Links

Our website may contain links to external websites operated by third parties. We do not control and are not responsible for:

• The content, privacy policies, or practices of third-party websites
• Any damages or losses caused by use of third-party websites
• The accuracy or reliability of information on external sites

The inclusion of links does not imply endorsement of the linked websites.

9. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless GeoPast Chronicles, its officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses (including reasonable legal fees) arising from:

• Your use of the website
• Your violation of these Terms
• Your violation of any rights of another party
• Your breach of applicable laws or regulations

10. Privacy and Data Protection

Your use of this website is also governed by our Privacy Policy. Please review our Privacy Policy to understand how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.

11. Modifications to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to the website. Your continued use of the website following the posting of changes constitutes acceptance of those changes. We encourage you to review these Terms periodically.

12. Termination

We may terminate or suspend your access to the website immediately, without prior notice or liability, for any reason, including if you breach these Terms. Upon termination, your right to use the website will cease immediately.

13. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of England and Wales, without regard to conflict of law provisions. Any disputes arising from these Terms or use of the website shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.

14. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

15. Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and GeoPast Chronicles regarding use of the website, superseding any prior agreements.

16. Contact Information

If you have questions or concerns about these Terms of Service, please contact us:

17. Acknowledgment

By using this website, you acknowledge that you have read these Terms of Service and agree to be bound by them.