Terms of Website Use

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1. INTRODUCTION

1.1. Purpose of These Terms
Welcome to the website of Chain Veritas (“we,” “us,” or “the Company”). By accessing or using our website located at [www.chainveritas.com] (the “Site”) or any of its associated web pages, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Use (“Terms”). If you do not agree, please refrain from using this Site.

1.2. About Chain Veritas
Chain Veritas is a private entity offering blockchain forensics, AML/CTF advisory, compliance and other related services (“Services”). Although not supervised as a traditional financial institution, Chain Veritas voluntarily aligns with relevant EU and Lithuanian laws regarding data protection and AML compliance. The content on this Site is informational and does not constitute legal, financial, or professional advice.

1.3. Acceptance & Modifications

1.3.1. These Terms apply to all visitors, users, and others who access the Site (“User” or “you”).
1.3.2. We reserve the right to modify or update these Terms at any time by posting a revised version on this page. The “Last Updated” date above indicates when changes were last made. Continued use of the Site after any changes means you accept such changes.

2. SCOPE AND ACCESS

2.1. Eligibility
You must be at least 18 years old, or the age of majority in your jurisdiction, to use this Site. By accessing the Site, you represent and warrant that you meet this age requirement and have the legal capacity to agree to these Terms.

2.2. Permitted Uses
Subject to these Terms, Chain Veritas grants you a non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable, limited license to access and use the Site for personal or internal business purposes, including learning about our Services or contacting us for potential engagements.

2.3. Prohibited Conduct
You agree not to:
- Use the Site for any unlawful purpose or to violate any applicable Lithuanian, EU, or other relevant laws.
- Introduce viruses, trojans, or any other malicious code that may damage or interfere with the Site’s functionality or users’ devices.
- Scrape, mine, or systematically extract data from the Site without our prior written consent.
- Engage in any activities that could disrupt the Site’s operation or compromise its security.
- Resell, lease, or otherwise exploit content on the Site for commercial purposes, unless explicitly authorized by us.

2.4. Updates & Downtime
We endeavor to keep the Site operational and up to date but do not guarantee uninterrupted access. From time to time, we may perform maintenance or upgrades that temporarily limit availability.

3. WEBSITE CONTENT & INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY

3.1. Ownership of Content
The Site and its entire contents, features, and functionality (including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, icons, images, and software) are owned by Chain Veritas, its licensors, or other providers and are protected by Lithuanian, EU, and international copyright, trademark, patent, trade secret, and other intellectual property laws.

3.2. Use of Materials
Except as expressly stated in these Terms, no part of the Site or its contents may be copied, reproduced, distributed, republished, downloaded, displayed, posted, transmitted, or otherwise exploited without our prior written consent. You must not remove or modify any copyright, trademark, or other proprietary notices.

3.3. Trademarks
All trademarks, service marks, logos, and trade names displayed on the Site are the property of Chain Veritas or their respective owners. Nothing contained on this Site should be construed as granting any license or right to use any trademark without our written permission or that of the respective owner.

3.4. Feedback
If you provide suggestions, ideas, or other feedback regarding the Site or our Services, you grant Chain Veritas a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free, irrevocable license to use and incorporate such feedback for any lawful purpose.

4. THIRD-PARTY LINKS & RESOURCES

4.1. External Links
The Site may contain links to external websites or resources that are not owned or controlled by Chain Veritas. We provide such links for convenience only, and their inclusion does not imply endorsement or recommendation.

4.2. Disclaimer of Liability
Chain Veritas does not assume any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, legality, or content of any external resources. We encourage you to review the terms and privacy policies of any external sites you visit.

5. PRIVACY & DATA PROTECTION

1. Privacy Policy
Your privacy is important to us. Please refer to our Privacy Policy [link] for information on how we collect, use, store, and disclose personal data in compliance with GDPR and Lithuanian data protection laws.

5.2. Cookies & Similar Technologies
We may use cookies or similar technologies on the Site to enhance user experience. Details are provided in our Cookie Notice [link], which explains types of cookies used, their purposes, and how to manage them.

5.3. User Obligations
You represent that any personal data you submit to Chain Veritas (e.g., during registration or contact form submissions) is accurate and up to date. If you provide third-party data, you are responsible for ensuring you have the right to share it, and that such submission does not violate any data protection laws.

6. DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES

6.1. No Legal or Financial Advice
The content on this Site is intended for informational purposes only. It is not legal, financial, or any other specialized advice. You should consult with qualified professionals before making decisions that may be influenced by content on our Site.

6.2. “As Is” and “As Available”
To the extent permitted by law, Chain Veritas provides the Site on an “as is” and “as available” basis. We disclaim all warranties of any kind, express or implied, including warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement.

6.3. No Guarantees
We do not guarantee that the Site, its content, or any Service descriptions will be error-free, accurate, or complete. Neither do we warrant that our servers are free from viruses or other harmful components. You are solely responsible for implementing appropriate data backups, antivirus solutions, and other precautions to protect your devices and data.

7. LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY

7.1. Exclusion of Certain Damages
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Chain Veritas shall not be liable for any indirect, consequential, incidental, special, or punitive damages arising from or relating to your use or inability to use the Site, even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages.

7.2. Maximum Aggregate Liability
In no event shall our total aggregate liability to you for all claims arising under these Terms exceed €1,000 or the amount you paid to Chain Veritas for accessing the relevant Services (whichever is higher), unless otherwise required by mandatory provisions of Lithuanian or EU law.

7.3. User Responsibility
You are solely responsible for any damage to your computer system or loss of data resulting from the download of materials from the Site or your reliance on information provided therein.

7.4. Jurisdictional Limitations
Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of liability for certain damages. In such cases, our liability is limited to the greatest extent permitted by law.

8. INDEMNIFICATION

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Chain Veritas, its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, and agents from and against any and all claims, liabilities, damages, losses, or expenses (including reasonable attorney’s fees) arising out of or in any way connected with:Your breach of these Terms.Your use or misuse of the Site.Your violation of any rights of another person or entity.

9. TERMINATION

9.1. Termination of Access
We reserve the right, in our sole discretion and without notice, to terminate or suspend your access to the Site for violations of these Terms, suspected illegal activity, or other valid reasons.

9.2. Effect of Termination
Upon termination, all rights granted to you hereunder shall cease, and you must immediately discontinue use of the Site. Any provisions that by their nature should survive termination (e.g., Limitation of Liability, Indemnification) shall remain in force.

10. GOVERNING LAW & DISPUTES

10.1. Applicable Law
These Terms, and any non-contractual obligations arising out of or in connection with them, are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Republic of Lithuania and applicable EU regulations, without regard to conflict of law principles.

10.2. Jurisdiction
Any dispute arising from or related to these Terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the competent courts of Lithuania, unless EU or Lithuanian laws mandate otherwise. You agree to submit to such jurisdiction and waive any objection to it on grounds of venue or forum non conveniens.

10.3. Alternative Dispute Resolution
Where required by law, or at the mutual agreement of the parties, disputes may be referred to an independent mediation or arbitration body. Such referrals do not limit your statutory rights to pursue claims in Lithuanian courts if the dispute remains unresolved.

11. MISCELLANEOUS

11.1. Entire Agreement
These Terms (together with our Privacy Policy and any other referenced documents) constitute the entire agreement between you and Chain Veritas regarding your use of the Site. They supersede any prior agreements or understandings, written or oral, relating to the same subject matter.

11.2. Severability
If any provision of these Terms is held invalid or unenforceable by a competent court, that provision shall be enforced to the maximum extent permissible, and the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

11.3. No Waiver
The failure of Chain Veritas to exercise or enforce any right or provision of these Terms shall not constitute a waiver of such right or provision.

11.4. Assignment
You may not assign or transfer any of your rights or obligations under these Terms without our prior written consent. Chain Veritas may freely assign or transfer its rights under these Terms at its discretion, in connection with a merger, acquisition, asset sale, or otherwise.

11.5. Force Majeure
We shall not be liable for any delay or failure in performance resulting from acts beyond our reasonable control, such as natural disasters, governmental actions, war, terrorism, pandemics, and other unforeseeable events (collectively “Force Majeure Events”).

11.6. Language
Where these Terms are presented in multiple languages, the version in English shall govern in the event of a discrepancy.

12. CONTACT US

If you have any questions or concerns about these Terms, our Services, or your use of the Site, please contact us at:

Email: info@chainveritas.com

We appreciate your interest in Chain Veritas. By using our Site, you affirm that you understand and agree to comply with these Terms of Use. If you do not, you must refrain from using the Site.

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