Website Terms of Use

Last Updated: August 18, 2024

1. Introduction

Welcome to Defend Assure Pty Ltd's website, accessible at www.defendassure.com ("Site"). By accessing or using our Site, you agree to comply with these Terms of Use ("Terms") and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with these Terms, please discontinue use of the Site immediately.

2. Changes to Terms

We may update these Terms periodically. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. It is your responsibility to review these Terms regularly. Continued use of the Site after changes signifies your acceptance of the new Terms.

3. Prohibited Conduct

You agree not to:

• Post or transmit any content or engage in any activity that breaches these Terms, applicable laws, or regulations.

• Infringe on the rights or privacy of others, including by sending unsolicited advertising or promotional material.

• Engage in conduct that is offensive, defamatory, or harmful to others, or that contains obscene or inflammatory material.

You must also ensure that no one else uses your account to engage in these prohibited activities.

4. Security

You agree to the following in relation to the security of the Site:

• No Unauthorised Testing: You must not conduct, or permit others to conduct, any form of unauthorised testing, including but not limited to penetration testing, vulnerability scanning, reconnaissance, or other similar activities on the Site. This includes attempts to discover or exploit vulnerabilities, assess the Site's security, or interfere with its operation.

• Prohibited Actions: You must not:

  • Attack, tamper with, or make unauthorised modifications to the Site.

  • Hinder or disrupt the Site’s functionality or any user’s ability to access and use the Site.

  • Engage in or allow actions that defame, harass, threaten, or harm others.

  • Upload or transmit any content that is obscene, indecent, inflammatory, pornographic, or could otherwise give rise to civil or criminal liability.

• Monitoring and Enforcement: We may monitor the Site to ensure compliance with these security obligations. We reserve the right to take appropriate legal and technical actions to protect the Site and its users, including reporting violations to relevant authorities.

• Responsibility: You are responsible for ensuring that no one using your account engages in these prohibited activities.

5. User-Generated Content

You may be able to post comments or other content on the Site. By doing so, you:

• Grant us a non-exclusive, irrevocable, perpetual, worldwide, royalty-free license to use, modify, and publish your content.

• Warrant that you have the right to post the content and that it does not violate any laws or third-party rights.

• Agree that we may remove or modify any user-generated content at our discretion.

6. Ownership and Intellectual Property

• Site Content: All intellectual property rights in the Site and its content are owned or licensed by Defend Assure Pty Ltd. You are granted a limited, non-exclusive, and revocable license to access and use the Site for personal purposes only.

• Restrictions: You must not copy, reproduce, distribute, or otherwise exploit any part of the Site’s content for commercial purposes without prior written permission.

7. Third-Party Links

The Site may contain links to third-party websites. We do not control, endorse, or assume responsibility for the content or practices of these websites. You should review their terms and policies before interacting with them.

8. Liability Limitations

• No Warranties: The Site is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind. We do not guarantee that the Site will be secure, uninterrupted, or error-free.

• Limitation of Liability: To the maximum extent permitted by law, we are not liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from your use of the Site.

9. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold Defend Assure Pty Ltd harmless from any claims, damages, or losses arising from your use of the Site or violation of these Terms.

10. Dispute Resolution

• Arbitration: Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of the Site will be resolved through arbitration in Australia.

• Jurisdiction: The courts of Australia, will have exclusive jurisdiction over any disputes.

11. User Account Responsibilities

• Security: You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account and for all activities that occur under your account. Notify us immediately of any unauthorised use.

• Accuracy: Ensure that all information provided is accurate and up-to-date.

12. Accessibility

We are committed to ensuring the Site is accessible to users with disabilities. If you experience any accessibility issues, please contact us so we can address them.

13. Feedback and Suggestions

We welcome feedback and suggestions regarding the Site. Any feedback you provide will be treated as non-confidential, and we may use it without obligation or compensation to you.

14. Data Protection

Our handling of personal data is governed by our Privacy Policy, which details how we collect, use, and protect your information.

15. Contact Us

For questions regarding these Terms, please contact us at:

• Email: info@defendassure.com

• Contact Form: www.defendassure.com/contact