Introduction

Welcome to Steady Surface. These Terms & Conditions ("Terms") govern your use of the Steady Surface website (steadysurface.sbs) and any related services, features, content, or applications offered by Steady Surface (collectively, the "Service").

By accessing or using our Service, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you disagree with any part of the Terms, then you may not access the Service. We encourage you to read these Terms carefully before using our Service.

1. Use of the Service

1.1 Eligibility

You must be at least 16 years old to use our Service. By using the Service, you represent and warrant that you are 16 years of age or older. If you are under 16 years old, you may not use the Service.

1.2 Account Registration

Some features of our Service may require you to register an account. When you register an account, you agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information about yourself. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and for all activities that occur under your account. You agree to notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account.

1.3 Acceptable Use

You agree to use the Service only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. You agree not to use the Service:

• In any way that violates any applicable national, federal, state, local, or international law or regulation
• To transmit, or procure the sending of, any advertising or promotional material, including any "junk mail," "chain letter," "spam," or any other similar solicitation
• To impersonate or attempt to impersonate Steady Surface, an Steady Surface employee, another user, or any other person or entity
• To engage in any other conduct that restricts or inhibits anyone's use or enjoyment of the Service, or which, as determined by us, may harm Steady Surface or users of the Service, or expose them to liability

2. User Rights and Responsibilities

2.1 User Content

"User Content" refers to any content that users submit, post, upload, or otherwise make available via the Service, including text, images, videos, comments, feedback, and suggestions.

By submitting User Content to the Service, you grant Steady Surface a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, modify, adapt, publish, translate, distribute, and display such content in connection with providing and promoting the Service.

You represent and warrant that:

• You own or have the necessary rights to the User Content you submit
• The User Content does not infringe upon the intellectual property rights or other rights of any third party
• The User Content does not violate any applicable law or regulation
• The User Content does not contain material that is defamatory, obscene, hateful, violent, harassing, or otherwise objectionable

2.2 Prohibited Activities

You agree not to engage in any of the following prohibited activities:

• Using the Service for any illegal purpose or in violation of any local, state, national, or international law
• Harassing, threatening, intimidating, or causing distress or discomfort to other users
• Impersonating or misrepresenting your affiliation with any person or entity
• Interfering with or disrupting the Service or servers or networks connected to the Service
• Attempting to gain unauthorized access to any portion of the Service or any other systems or networks connected to the Service
• Using any automated means to access the Service or collect any information from the Service
• Transmitting any viruses, malware, or other malicious code
• Engaging in any activity that could disable, overburden, damage, or impair the Service

3. Intellectual Property Rights

3.1 Steady Surface Content

The Service and its original content (excluding User Content), features, and functionality are and will remain the exclusive property of Steady Surface and its licensors. The Service is protected by copyright, trademark, and other laws of both the United Kingdom and foreign countries. Our trademarks and trade dress may not be used in connection with any product or service without the prior written consent of Steady Surface.

3.2 Third-Party Content

The Service may display content from third parties, including users and other content providers. This content is the sole responsibility of the person or entity that makes it available. We do not endorse, support, represent, or guarantee the completeness, truthfulness, accuracy, or reliability of any third-party content.

3.3 Copyright Infringement

We respect the intellectual property rights of others and expect users of our Service to do the same. If you believe that material available on our Service infringes on your copyright, please notify us by sending an email to [email protected] with the subject line "Copyright Infringement." Your notice should include:

• A description of the copyrighted work that you claim has been infringed
• A description of where the material that you claim is infringing is located on the Service
• Your contact information, including your address, telephone number, and email address
• A statement by you that you have a good faith belief that the disputed use is not authorized by the copyright owner, its agent, or the law
• A statement by you, made under penalty of perjury, that the information in your notice is accurate and that you are the copyright owner or authorized to act on the copyright owner's behalf

4. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, in no event shall Steady Surface, its directors, employees, partners, agents, suppliers, or affiliates be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including without limitation, loss of profits, data, use, goodwill, or other intangible losses, resulting from:

• Your access to or use of or inability to access or use the Service;
• Any conduct or content of any third party on the Service;
• Any content obtained from the Service; and
• Unauthorized access, use, or alteration of your transmissions or content, whether based on warranty, contract, tort (including negligence), or any other legal theory, whether or not we have been informed of the possibility of such damage.

In jurisdictions where the exclusion or limitation of liability for consequential or incidental damages is not allowed, our liability shall be limited to the maximum extent permitted by law.

5. Disclaimer of Warranties

Your use of the Service is at your sole risk. The Service is provided on an "AS IS" and "AS AVAILABLE" basis. The Service is provided without warranties of any kind, whether express or implied, including, but not limited to, implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, non-infringement, or course of performance.

Steady Surface, its subsidiaries, affiliates, and licensors do not warrant that:

• The Service will function uninterrupted, secure, or available at any particular time or location;
• Any errors or defects will be corrected;
• The Service is free of viruses or other harmful components; or
• The results of using the Service will meet your requirements.

Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion of certain warranties or the limitation or exclusion of liability for certain types of damages. Accordingly, some of the above limitations and disclaimers may not apply to you.

6. User Conduct and Community Guidelines

We strive to create a respectful, supportive community of artists and art enthusiasts. When using our Service, particularly in public forums, comments, or interactive features, please adhere to the following guidelines:

6.1 Be Respectful

Treat others with respect, kindness, and consideration. Do not engage in personal attacks, harassment, or bullying. Respect diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and skill levels.

6.2 Constructive Communication

When providing feedback or criticism, do so constructively and thoughtfully. Focus on the work rather than the person. Remember that the goal is to help others improve and grow.

6.3 Appropriate Content

Do not post content that is sexually explicit, violent, discriminatory, or otherwise inappropriate. We reserve the right to remove any content that we deem unsuitable for our community.

6.4 Truthful Representation

Be honest about your identity, expertise, and intentions. Do not misrepresent yourself or your relationship with others.

6.5 Commercial Activity

Do not use our Service primarily for commercial purposes without our prior authorization. Unsolicited advertising, promotional materials, or spam are not permitted.

6.6 Reporting Violations

If you encounter content or behavior that violates these guidelines, please report it to us by contacting [email protected].

7. Termination

We may terminate or suspend your account and bar access to the Service immediately, without prior notice or liability, under our sole discretion, for any reason whatsoever and without limitation, including but not limited to a breach of the Terms.

If you wish to terminate your account, you may simply discontinue using the Service or contact us to request account deletion.

All provisions of the Terms which by their nature should survive termination shall survive termination, including, without limitation, ownership provisions, warranty disclaimers, indemnity, and limitations of liability.

8. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right, at our sole discretion, to modify or replace these Terms at any time. If a revision is material, we will provide at least 30 days' notice prior to any new terms taking effect. What constitutes a material change will be determined at our sole discretion.

By continuing to access or use our Service after any revisions become effective, you agree to be bound by the revised terms. If you do not agree to the new terms, you are no longer authorized to use the Service.

9. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the United Kingdom, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms will not be considered a waiver of those rights. If any provision of these Terms is held to be invalid or unenforceable by a court, the remaining provisions of these Terms will remain in effect.

Any disputes arising out of or relating to these Terms or the Service shall be resolved through the following process:

1. Informal negotiation: The parties shall first attempt to resolve the dispute informally through good-faith negotiations.
2. Mediation: If the dispute cannot be resolved through negotiation, the parties agree to engage in mediation with a mutually agreed-upon mediator.
3. Legal proceedings: If mediation is unsuccessful, either party may pursue legal remedies in the courts of the United Kingdom.

10. Entire Agreement

These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and Steady Surface regarding our Service and supersede and replace any prior agreements we might have had between us regarding the Service.

11. Contact Information

If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us at:

Steady Surface
Flat 05 Jennifer Unions Lake
Seanfurt RG14 2NL
United Kingdom

Email: [email protected]
Phone: +44 1798 420431