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Terms and Conditions

Welcome to the website of the Comparative Civilizations Forum (CCF). By accessing or using this website, you agree to comply with and be bound by the following Terms of Use. If you do not agree with these terms, please do not use this website.

About the website

This website is operated by the Comparative Civilizations Forum (CCF), an international scholarly organization dedicated to the comparative study of civilizations through research, dialogue, publications, and events.

 

The content on this website is provided for informational, educational, and academic purposes only.

Acceptance of Terms

By accessing, browsing, or using this website, you confirm that:

 

  • You have read and understood these Terms of Use

  • You agree to comply with all applicable laws and regulations

  • You accept these terms in full

 

 

CCF may update these Terms of Use at any time. Continued use of the website constitutes acceptance of any revised terms.

Intellectual Property

Unless otherwise stated, all content on this website—including but not limited to:

 

  • Text, articles, and publications

  • Logos, branding, and design elements

  • Images, graphics, and videos

  • Website structure and layout

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is the intellectual property of CCF or its contributors and is protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws.

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You may:

  • View and download content for personal, academic, or non-commercial use

  • Cite content with proper attribution

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You may not:

  • Reproduce, distribute, or modify content for commercial purposes without prior written permission

  • Use CCF branding or logos without authorization

Academic Content and Opinions

Views expressed in articles, blog posts, webinars, or publications hosted on this website:

 

  • Reflect the views of their respective authors

  • Do not necessarily represent the official position of CCF

 

CCF does not endorse specific political, ideological, or policy positions unless explicitly stated.

User Conduct

When using this website, you agree not to:

 

  • Use the site for unlawful or harmful purposes

  • Submit false, misleading, or defamatory content

  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the website or its systems

  • Disrupt or interfere with the website’s functionality

 

 

CCF reserves the right to restrict or terminate access if these terms are violated.

External Links

This website may contain links to third-party websites or resources for informational purposes.

 

CCF:

 

  • Does not control external websites

  • Is not responsible for their content, policies, or practices

  • Provides such links without endorsement

 

 

Use of third-party websites is at your own risk.

Memberships, Events, and Payments

Where applicable:

 

  • Memberships, event registrations, or donations may be subject to additional terms

  • Payments are processed through third-party providers

  • CCF does not store payment card details

 

 

Refund and cancellation policies, if applicable, will be stated clearly for each activity or event.

Disclaimer of Warranties

This website is provided “as is” and “as available.”

 

CCF makes no warranties or representations regarding:

 

  • Accuracy or completeness of content

  • Continuous availability of the website

  • Freedom from errors, interruptions, or security vulnerabilities

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, CCF shall not be liable for:

 

  • Any direct or indirect damages arising from use of the website

  • Loss of data, profits, or opportunities

  • Reliance on information published on the website

 

 

Use of the website is at your own discretion and risk.

Privacy

Use of this website is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which explains how personal data is collected and processed.

Governing Law

These Terms of Use shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with applicable laws, without regard to conflict-of-law principles.

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