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Terms of Use for KoreaTexas Forum

Introduction

Welcome to our website. By registering for membership, users agree to abide by the following Terms of Use, which govern the access to and use of all member-related services, content, features, and interactions on our platform. These terms are designed to foster a secure, respectful, and productive environment for all members, to clarify rights and responsibilities, and to protect the intellectual property and data integrity of everyone involved.

Eligibility and Registration

  • Accuracy of Information: Users must provide accurate, complete, and up-to-date information during registration, including a valid email address and any other required details. Supplying false or misleading information may result in suspension or termination of membership.

  • Account Security: Members are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of their login credentials. Sharing account access or passwords with others is strictly prohibited. Any unauthorized use of your account should be reported to the website administrators immediately.

Membership Privileges and Limitations

  • Access to Member-Only Content: Registration and payment grants access to exclusive content, features, forums, and resources not available to non-members. The exact scope and nature of these privileges may morph over time. 

  • Non-Transferability: Memberships are personal and non-transferable. You may not assign, lease, sell, or otherwise transfer your account or membership privileges to another individual or entity.

  • Revocation of Privileges: The Administrator of  KoreaTexasForum.org reserves the right to permanently revoke membership privileges for violations of these terms, illegal activities, or conduct detrimental to the core business tenets of KoreaTexas Forum. 

Privacy and Data Protection

  • Personal Information: Your personal data is collected, stored, and processed according to our Privacy Policy. We take reasonable measures to safeguard your information from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure.

  • We do not sell member data to third parties.

Payment, Fees, and Refunds

  • Membership Fee: The current membership fee is $200.  All charges are clearly disclosed prior to signup and may be subject to change with prior notice.

  • Payment Methods: We accept major credit cards, electronic payments, and other approved methods. Payments are processed securely, and we do not store complete payment information on our servers. 

  • Renewals: Memberships may renew automatically unless canceled by the member prior to the renewal date. 

  • Membership fees are non-refundable.

Intellectual Property

  • Website Content: All materials, including text, graphics, videos, logos, and design elements, are either owned or licensed by the website and protected by copyright, trademark, and other laws. Members may not reproduce, distribute, or modify website content without explicit permission.

Third-Party Links and Content

  • External Links: The website may include links to third-party sites, services, or resources. These are provided for convenience and do not constitute endorsement. The website is not responsible for the content, privacy, or practices of external sites.

  • User Responsibility: Members should exercise caution when interacting with third-party content and report any suspicious or inappropriate material to the site administrators.

Account Termination and Suspension

  • Involuntary Termination: The website may suspend or terminate accounts for violations of these Terms of Use, fraudulent activities, or as required by law.

  • Effect of Termination: Termination does not affect any accrued rights or obligations prior to termination. Some provisions of these terms may survive account closure, such as intellectual property rights and indemnities.

Disclaimer and Limitation of Liability

  • No Warranty: Membership services are provided "as is" and "as available." The website does not guarantee uninterrupted access, accuracy, or reliability of content or services.

  • Indemnification: By becoming a member, you agree to indemnify and hold the website, its affiliates, and its staff harmless from any claims, liabilities, damages, or expenses arising from your use of the platform or violation of these terms.

  • Limitation of Damages: To the maximum extent permitted by law, the website shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages resulting from membership use.

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