1. Introduction
1.1 These Terms of Service (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of the websites, applications, and services (“Services”) provided by Spark Business Networking Limited (“Spark Business Networking,” “we,” “us,” or “our”).
1.2 By accessing or using our Services, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, you must not use our Services.
1.3 These Terms, along with our Privacy Policy, Cancellation Policy, and any other policies referenced herein, form a legally binding agreement between you and Spark Business Networking.
1.4 These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of England and Wales. Any disputes arising in connection with these Terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.
2. Eligibility and Account Responsibilities
2.1 You must be at least 18 years old to access or use our Services.
2.2 If you are using our Services on behalf of a company or another entity, you represent and warrant that you have the authority to bind that entity to these Terms.
2.3 You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account details, including login credentials, and for ensuring that all information provided to us is accurate, current, and complete.
2.4 You must promptly notify us if you become aware of any unauthorised access to your account. We are not liable for any loss or damage resulting from your failure to secure your account.
3. Privacy and Data Protection
3.1 Our Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and process your personal data. By using our Services, you acknowledge and consent to the collection and use of your data in accordance with applicable UK data protection laws, including the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.
3.2 You are responsible for ensuring that any personal data you provide to us is accurate and up to date.
3.3 We may process personal data outside the UK. Where we do so, we will ensure adequate safeguards are in place in accordance with UK data protection laws.
4. Acceptable Use of Services
4.1 Permitted Use: You agree to use our Services only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms.
4.2 Prohibited Conduct: You must not:
Engage in any illegal, fraudulent, or deceptive activities.
Attempt to interfere with, disrupt, or gain unauthorised access to our Services, servers, or networks.
Upload or distribute any harmful software (e.g., malware, viruses, trojans).
Use our Services for unsolicited communications (e.g., spam or phishing).
Copy, modify, distribute, sell, or exploit any part of our Services without prior written consent.
Reverse-engineer, decompile, or attempt to extract the source code of our Services.
4.3 We reserve the right to monitor your use of the Services and suspend or terminate your access if we reasonably suspect a breach of these Terms.
5. Payments, Subscriptions, and Cancellations
5.1 Some Services require payment. By subscribing, you agree to pay the applicable fees as displayed at the time of purchase.
5.2 All payments are processed securely through third-party payment providers. We do not store your payment details.
5.3 Subscription Renewals:
Subscriptions renew automatically unless cancelled before the renewal date.
You can manage or cancel your subscription through your account settings.
5.4 Refunds:
Refunds are subject to our Cancellation Policy ([insert link]). Unless otherwise stated, payments are non-refundable.
6. Intellectual Property Rights
6.1 All content, trademarks, and intellectual property related to our Services (“Intellectual Property”) are owned by or licensed to Spark Business Networking.
6.2 You may not use, reproduce, modify, or distribute our Intellectual Property without our prior written consent.
6.3 You may not remove or alter any copyright, trademark, or proprietary notices from our content.
7. Third-Party Content and Services
7.1 Our Services may include links to third-party websites or services for your convenience.
7.2 We do not endorse, control, or assume responsibility for any third-party content, policies, or practices. Your use of third-party services is at your own risk.
7.3 We are not liable for any loss or damage arising from third-party services.
8. Limitation of Liability
8.1 Exclusions of Liability: To the extent permitted by law, Spark Business Networking shall not be liable for:
Any indirect, consequential, incidental, or special damages arising from your use of our Services.
Loss of data, profits, business, or opportunities resulting from the use or inability to use our Services.
8.2 Cap on Liability: Our total liability for any claims arising under these Terms shall be limited to the total amount paid by you for the use of our Services in the preceding 12 months.
8.3 Nothing in these Terms excludes or limits liability for fraud, death, personal injury, or any other liability that cannot be excluded under UK law.
9. Termination and Suspension
9.1 We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access to our Services if:
You violate these Terms.
Your use of our Services poses a security risk or legal liability.
We are required to do so by law or regulatory authorities.
9.2 If your account is terminated:
You will no longer have access to our Services.
Any fees paid are non-refundable, unless otherwise specified in our Cancellation Policy.
10. Changes to These Terms
10.1 We may update these Terms periodically.
10.2 Any changes will be effective immediately upon posting. Your continued use of our Services after updates constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.
10.3 We recommend reviewing these Terms regularly to stay informed of any updates.
11. Contact Information
For any questions regarding these Terms, please contact us at:
Spark Business Networking Limited Email: info@sparkbusinessnetworking.co.uk Website: https://sparkbusinessnetworking.co.uk/
12. Policy Updates
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any changes will be posted on our website with the updated Last Updated date. Your continued use of our services signifies acceptance of any revised terms.