Terms of Use – Knowmore.org

Introduction

Welcome to Knowmore.org (hereafter, “Knowmore,” “we,” “us” or “our”). These Terms of Use (the “Terms”) govern your journey through our website, mobile applications, and other digital realms (collectively, the “Platform”), along with any content, features, and software we offer (collectively, the “Service”). Because we value your privacy (and our own peace of mind), these Terms also include our Privacy Policy.

When we say “you,” we mean the intrepid explorer of the Platform—yes, that’s you! Each time you visit our Platform, you’re agreeing to abide by the current version of these Terms. If you find them unbearable (but why would you?), please discontinue using our Service immediately. Otherwise, buckle up and read on.

Eligibility

You must be of legal age in your jurisdiction to access or use our Service. No ifs, ands, or buts.
Our Service is intended for personal, non-commercial use—unless you’ve signed a separate deal with Knowmore for commercial usage. (In which case, we hope you brought coffee to that negotiation.)
If we’ve ever kicked you out, banned you, or otherwise told you to buzz off, you’re not allowed back in. Sorry, them’s the rules.

Account

Some parts of our Service are as exclusive as an A-list celebrity party. To get in, you’ll need to create an account (“Account”) with Knowmore.
By creating an Account, you promise us:
- You’re an adult according to your local laws.
- You’re not signing legally-binding documents in your sleep. (In other words, you’re mentally capable of forming a contract.)
- All info you provide is accurate and up to date (no throwing us off with names like “John Dough”).
You’re responsible for all activities that happen under your Account. If someone else swipes your password, that’s on you—so guard that thing like it’s the last piece of pizza at a party.
Multiple Accounts? We generally don’t allow them unless we’ve given you the thumbs-up. And definitely don’t sell, lend, or lease your Account to someone else. That’s just weird.
We may contact you at the email address you used to register. If your email is outdated and you miss some crucial piece of communication (like us telling you about a secret treasure hunt—just kidding, or are we?), we’re not liable for any unfortunate consequences.

License

We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, and generally polite license to use the Content and our Service for personal use only.
Everything on our Platform—text, images, videos, magical incantations, etc. (“Content”)—belongs to Knowmore or our third-party partners and is protected by various laws (think copyright, trademark, and the “please don’t steal my stuff” principle).
You may not modify, reproduce, distribute, publicly display, or publicly perform our Content without explicit permission. If you do, your license to use our Service instantly vaporizes, and we’ll be sad (and possibly litigious).

Prohibited Activities

You agree not to be a digital villain. Specifically, you will not:

Copy, tweak, or create derivative works of the Service or Content, except as allowed in these Terms.
Gather or scrape any Content to share with third parties without our green light.
Sell, rent, or lease any Content or your access to the Platform (we see you, ticket scalpers—knock it off).
Deploy data-mining robots or other menacing tech to rummage through our Service.
Overwhelm or disrupt the Service or any associated networks or servers with repeated requests, spam, or DDoS attacks (our servers have feelings too).
Infect our Platform with worms, viruses, Trojan horses, or any other malicious code (this includes releasing the Kraken or meddling with any software that aims to hamper our Service).
Attempt to bypass our security measures or hack into restricted areas.
Mess with other users’ enjoyment of the Service, or post content that’s destructive, invasive, or downright nasty.
Use our trademarks or logos in a sneaky way that suggests you’re associated with or endorsed by Knowmore (unless we’ve said “yes, that’s cool”).
Violate any relevant laws, regulations, or orders (and we mean it).

We also expect you to bring your own internet and hardware to the party. All setups and costs for connecting to our Service are your responsibility.

Ownership and Intellectual Property

You can view and print copies of our Content for personal use—like making a collage for your wall—but you can’t go around selling, reproducing, or distributing it.
Knowmore.org, its logo, and all other product or service names are either trademarks or property of Knowmore. Don’t use them without permission (or risk the wrath of our legal hammers).
If you suspect any infringement of our IP (or that of our providers), do the right thing and let us know at legal@knowmore.org.

Linking to Knowmore

You’re welcome to link to our home page (“Hey world, check out Knowmore!”). But:

The text around your link must say something like “Knowmore.org” (keeping it simple).
Your site shouldn’t feature unlawful or hateful content, or anything else that would make us cringe.
Don’t present the link in a way that suggests we endorse you if we don’t. (E.g., “Look, my site is BFFs with Knowmore!” when we’re not.)

We reserve the right to revoke linking permissions faster than you can say “Whoops!” if you violate these rules.

Community Contributions

Yes, we love user-generated content—photos, text, your take on the meaning of life, etc. But:

You’re responsible for whatever you post.
We might not catch everything that’s mean, misleading, or malicious, so if you see something fishy, let us know.
We reserve the right to remove any user-posted content if it breaks our rules—or we just find it extremely off-topic.
Anything posted is for informational and entertainment purposes only. We do not provide financial, legal, or medical advice—so consult a professional if you’re about to do something risky based on a random forum post.
By posting content, you grant us a worldwide, free license (yes, we said free) to use, modify, and distribute your contributions to help run and improve Knowmore. Thanks in advance!

Feedback

We welcome your feedback—send us your bright ideas, frustrations, or love letters (okay, maybe not the latter) at feedback@knowmore.org. However:

Anything you send us (unless it contains your personal info) is considered non-confidential.
We’re free to use any suggestions, concepts, or techniques in your feedback. (But if they’re super genius, we might owe you a thank-you note.)

Disclaimers and Limitation of Liability

Informational Use Only. We’re here to share knowledge, insights, and sometimes an ill-timed joke—but nothing on our Platform should be taken as professional advice.
Accuracy Not Guaranteed. We try really hard, but hey, humans make mistakes, and third-party contributors do too. We can’t promise perfection or completeness in all Content.
Your Risk, Your Responsibility. You agree to use our Service at your own risk. It’s provided “as is,” which means no warranties, no guaranteed outcomes, and absolutely no “if you do this, you’ll get rich or become an overnight influencer.”
We’re Not Liable for…
- Any property damage or financial losses you might incur.
- Viruses or other destructive code that might slip through. (We run antivirus, but the bad guys are sneaky.)
- Offensive content posted by other users or third parties.
Limit to Our Liability. If we do something that costs you money or opportunity, our maximum liability is capped at US $100. We’re not paying for your secret island retreat, sorry.
Certain jurisdictions might not permit exclusions of liability. We respect those laws, but the disclaimers above apply as broadly as your local regulations permit.

Indemnification

If you break these Terms, do something unlawful on our Platform, or cause us any type of legal fiasco, you agree to cover our costs, fees, and damages. That includes paying the bills if we have to hire top-tier lawyers (we’re flattered you think we’re the best, but lawyers are expensive).

Third-Party Websites

Links may occasionally lead you away to third-party sites that might be fascinating—or horrifying. We don’t control these folks. If something goes wrong, that’s between you and them. (If you find a broken link or a suspicious page, though, we appreciate a heads-up.)

Modifications to the Service

We might update, suspend, or completely drop features of Knowmore at any moment without telling you in advance. We’re not liable if you come back looking for that random cat meme generator you loved and it’s gone.

Changes to These Terms

These Terms can change—like seasons or fashion trends. Whenever we update them, we’ll post the new version on our Platform. Keep an eye out; continuing to use our Service means you accept our updated Terms.

Enforcement

We reserve the right to investigate and take any action if we believe you’re violating these Terms.
We can suspend or terminate your account if you’re found guilty of digital mischief (even if you gave us homemade cookies).
We can cooperate with law enforcement or other regulatory agencies by providing them with relevant info if we suspect a breach of law.

Governing Law & Arbitration

These Terms are governed by the laws of England and Wales, minus any pesky conflict-of-law rules.
Any dispute or legal claim between you and Knowmore shall be resolved via arbitration in Singapore, in English, under the Singapore International Arbitration Centre Rules.
Each party can still enforce its intellectual property rights in any court of competent jurisdiction (so if you’re misusing our trademark, we might skip the plane ticket to Singapore).

General

These Terms (plus our Privacy Policy) constitute the entire agreement between you and Knowmore, replacing any prior discussions.
We do not form any partnership, joint venture, or employment relationship with you just because you read our articles or submitted a witty comment.
If some unstoppable force (like a meteor or zombie apocalypse) prevents us from doing our job, we’re not responsible for delays or failures caused by it (also known as force majeure).
You must bring any claim against us within two years of it arising. After that, it’s time-barred (no more claims).
If part of these Terms is found invalid, the rest still stand.
Section titles are just for style points (and comedic breaks)—they do not affect interpretation.
Nobody other than you or Knowmore has a say in enforcing these Terms.

Virtual Events Terms & Conditions

Once in a while, we host digital shindigs—webinars, conferences, live game shows (okay, not really, but maybe one day)—collectively, “Virtual Events.” By registering for these events, you agree to the following:

Registration. Provide accurate info and don’t share your logins or event passes (no party-crashers!). All associated costs (e.g., internet, device) are on you.
Event Changes. We can modify the schedule, speaker lineup, or cancel/reschedule if the need arises (like if our keynote speaker decides to start a world tour of croissant tasting).
Proper Etiquette. Be respectful, no spammy or disruptive behavior. We can boot you out if you violate any rules.
Recording Notice. We might record or stream Virtual Events. By participating, you agree we can use your lovely voice or face in promotional material. You’re not allowed to record the event without our written permission.
Disclaimers & Liability. Virtual Events are provided “as is.” If your cat chews through your ethernet cable right before you log on, that’s on you. Our maximum liability is still US $100.

(These Virtual Event terms apply in addition to the rest of the Terms. If there’s a conflict, these Virtual Event terms take priority.)

Campaign Terms & Conditions

We sometimes run special campaigns, giveaways, or promotions (collectively, the “Campaign”). By joining one, you acknowledge:

Eligibility. Must meet age requirements and any other criteria we announce.
Entry. Follow the instructions carefully; incomplete or obviously fake entries can be disqualified.
Winners. We pick winners based on our stated rules and at our sole discretion. We’ll notify winners, and they have to respond promptly or forfeit the prize.
Prize. Prizes are “as is,” non-transferable, non-cashable, and if a prize is unavailable (maybe the apocalypse dried up our merch supply), we may substitute it with something of similar value.
Liability. We’re not responsible for technical mishaps, lost entries, or anything else beyond our control.
Rights. By entering, you give us permission to publicly announce your name if you win (and to use your submitted content for promotional purposes unless otherwise stated).
Other Terms. Campaigns may be canceled, amended, or otherwise changed at any time. If you break these rules, we can disqualify you faster than you can say “I didn’t mean it!”

Knowledge Rewards Program (A Fun Extra)

We’re feeling generous and might run a “Knowledge Rewards Program,” awarding “Knowledge Points” (or something similarly cool) when you do certain tasks. Remember:

Points can’t be sold, transferred, or redeemed for cash, cryptocurrency, or gold bars.
We set the tasks that grant points and can change them whenever.
Your points can be redeemed for certain goodies we list in our Rewards Catalog. If you have enough points, redeem them while they last—no promises on availability.
We can revoke points or modify the program if we spot abuse or suspicious activity.
Once redeemed, no take-backs or exchanges. They’re not Pokemon cards.

That’s the end of our delightfully long Terms of Use. We’re genuinely excited you made it through—kudos to you! If you have questions, email us at legal@knowmore.org. Otherwise, enjoy Knowmore.org responsibly, stay curious, and keep discovering more.