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Terms of Use

Welcome to the Culinary Arts International Body of Knowledge (CAIBOK). By accessing and using this website (https://caibok.org/) and the services provided herein, you agree to comply with and be bound by the following Terms of Use. Please review these terms carefully.

1. Membership and Services

• Membership Plan: CAIBOK offers a membership plan that provides access to a community and knowledge base designed for chefs and aspiring chefs. Membership does not guarantee any form of certification.
• Non-Refundable: All membership fees are non-refundable, regardless of whether you access or use the resources and services available through your membership. Exceptions to this policy may be made only in compliance with applicable consumer protection laws.
• Termination of Membership: CAIBOK reserves the right to terminate or suspend your membership without prior notice if you violate any of the terms outlined in this agreement.

2. Use of the Website and Content

• Permitted Use: You are granted a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, and revocable license to access and use the website and its content strictly in accordance with these Terms of Use.
• Prohibited Use: You agree not to use the website for any unlawful purpose, including but not limited to violating any local, national, or international laws. You also agree not to disrupt or interfere with the security or functionality of the website.
• Accessibility: CAIBOK is committed to ensuring that its website is accessible to all users, including those with disabilities. If you encounter any accessibility barriers, please contact us for assistance.

3. Intellectual Property

• Ownership: All content on this website, including text, graphics, logos, and software, is the property of CAIBOK or its content suppliers and is protected by international copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.
• Limited License: You may view, download, and print content from the website solely for personal, non-commercial use. Any other use of the content, including the reproduction, modification, or distribution of the content, is strictly prohibited without prior written consent from CAIBOK.

4. Legal Compliance

• Jurisdiction: CAIBOK operates globally, but the website is controlled and operated from the Cayman Islands. By using this website, you agree that the laws of the Cayman Islands, without regard to principles of conflict of laws, will govern these Terms of Use.
• Compliance with Local Laws: Users are responsible for complying with their local laws regarding online conduct and content. If you are accessing the website from the European Union or other regions with laws governing data collection and use, you agree to the transfer and processing of your data in the United States in accordance with our Privacy Policy.
• GDPR Compliance: If you are a resident of the European Union, you have the right to access, correct, or delete your personal data under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). Please refer to our Privacy Policy for detailed information on your rights and how to exercise them.
• Dispute Resolution: Any disputes arising out of or related to these Terms of Use or your use of the website will be resolved through binding arbitration in a location of our choosing. The arbitration will be conducted in English.

5. Limitation of Liability

• No Warranty: The website and all content, materials, and services provided on or through the website are provided “as is” and “as available” without any warranties of any kind, either express or implied.
• Limitation: CAIBOK and its affiliates, licensors, and service providers shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising out of your access to, or use of, the website.
• User-Generated Content: CAIBOK is not responsible for any user-generated content on the website. We reserve the right to remove or modify any content that violates our policies or applicable laws.

6. Privacy Policy

• Data Collection: By using the website, you consent to the collection, processing, and storage of your personal information as described in our Privacy Policy.
• International Transfers: If you are located outside of the United States, you acknowledge and agree that your data may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States. We take reasonable steps to ensure that your data is treated securely and in accordance with our Privacy Policy.
• Children’s Privacy: CAIBOK does not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected such information, we will take steps to delete it as soon as possible.

7. Content Moderation

• User Conduct: Users are expected to interact respectfully with other members of the community. Harassment, defamation, or the posting of illegal content will not be tolerated.
• Content Review: CAIBOK reserves the right to monitor, review, and remove any content submitted by users that we deem inappropriate, offensive, or in violation of these Terms of Use.

8. E-Commerce and Payment Processing

• Secure Transactions: CAIBOK uses secure payment processing services for all transactions. We do not store your payment information on our servers. All transactions are encrypted and processed through trusted third-party services.
• Consumer Rights: In compliance with applicable consumer protection laws, you may have certain rights regarding refunds or cancellations. Please refer to our Refund Policy for more details.

9. Export Controls and Sanctions

• Restricted Access: CAIBOK may restrict access to its services in countries subject to U.S. export controls or international sanctions. Users in these regions are prohibited from accessing or using the website.

10. Amendments

• Changes to Terms: CAIBOK reserves the right to modify these Terms of Use at any time. Any changes will be effective immediately upon posting to the website. Your continued use of the website after such changes constitutes your acceptance of the new terms.

11. Contact Information

• Inquiries: If you have any questions or concerns regarding these Terms of Use, please contact us.

Please check back regularly for updates.