Terms of Service

Last Updated: December 22, 2024

1. Acceptance of Terms

Welcome to Zenbird.com. By accessing or using our website, mobile application, or any services provided by Zenbird, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use our services.

Zenbird operates a digital platform dedicated to alternative energy education, community engagement, and resources. These terms govern your use of all features, including but not limited to user accounts, forums, calculators, articles, and premium services.

2. Eligibility

You must be at least 18 years old to create an account and use our services. By creating an account, you represent and warrant that you are of legal age to form a binding contract and meet all eligibility requirements.

If you are using Zenbird on behalf of an organization, you represent that you have the authority to bind that organization to these terms.

3. User Accounts

3.1 Account Creation

To access certain features, you must create an account. You agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information during registration and to update your information as necessary to maintain its accuracy.

3.2 Account Security

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 or any other breach of security.

3.3 Account Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your account at any time for any reason, including violation of these terms, without prior notice. You may also delete your account at any time through your account settings.

4. User Content and Conduct

4.1 User-Generated Content

You may post comments, forum posts, project showcases, and other content on Zenbird. By posting content, you grant Zenbird a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, modify, publish, and display your content in connection with our services.

4.2 Prohibited Content

You agree not to post content that:

  1. Is illegal, harmful, threatening, abusive, harassing, defamatory, or otherwise objectionable
  2. Infringes any intellectual property rights or other proprietary rights
  3. Contains viruses, malware, or other harmful code
  4. Violates any applicable laws or regulations
  5. Contains spam, advertising, or promotional material not authorized by Zenbird

4.3 Content Moderation

We reserve the right to remove any content that violates these terms or that we deem inappropriate, at our sole discretion. We are not obligated to monitor user content but may do so at our discretion.

5. Intellectual Property

5.1 Zenbird's Content

All content on Zenbird, including articles, guides, calculators, software, graphics, logos, and the overall design, is owned by Zenbird or its licensors and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

5.2 Limited License

We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and use Zenbird for personal, non-commercial purposes. You may not copy, modify, distribute, sell, or exploit any content from Zenbird without our express written permission.

5.3 Trademarks

Zenbird, the Zenbird logo, and other marks are trademarks of Zenbird. You may not use these marks without our prior written consent.

6. Premium Services and Payments

6.1 Premium Membership

Zenbird may offer premium membership tiers with additional features and benefits. By subscribing to a premium membership, you agree to pay the applicable fees as described at the time of purchase.

6.2 Payment Terms

Payments are processed through third-party payment processors. You agree to provide accurate payment information and authorize us to charge your payment method for any fees. All fees are non-refundable except as required by law or as otherwise stated in our refund policy.

6.3 Subscription Renewals

Premium subscriptions automatically renew at the end of each billing period unless you cancel before the renewal date. You may cancel your subscription at any time through your account settings.

6.4 Price Changes

We reserve the right to change our pricing at any time. If we change the price of your subscription, we will provide you with notice before the change takes effect. Your continued use of the premium service after the price change constitutes acceptance of the new price.

7. Disclaimers and Limitations

7.1 Information Accuracy

The information provided on Zenbird, including articles, calculators, and user-generated content, is for educational and informational purposes only. While we strive for accuracy, we make no representations or warranties about the completeness, accuracy, or reliability of any information.

7.2 No Professional Advice

Zenbird does not provide professional engineering, financial, legal, or tax advice. You should consult with qualified professionals before making any decisions related to alternative energy systems, investments, or other matters discussed on our platform.

7.3 Service Availability

We provide Zenbird on an "as is" and "as available" basis. We do not guarantee that our services will be uninterrupted, secure, or error-free. We may modify, suspend, or discontinue any part of our services at any time without notice.

7.4 Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, Zenbird and its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, and agents shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising out of or related to your use of our services. Our total liability shall not exceed the amount you paid us in the twelve months preceding the claim.

8. Third-Party Links and Services

Zenbird may contain links to third-party websites, products, or services. We are not responsible for the content, accuracy, or practices of third-party sites. Your use of third-party services is at your own risk and subject to their terms and conditions.

9. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Zenbird and its affiliates from any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, or expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of or related to your use of our services, your violation of these terms, or your violation of any rights of another person or entity.

10. Privacy

Your privacy is important to us. Please review our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information. By using Zenbird, you consent to our collection and use of your information as described in the Privacy Policy.

11. Changes to Terms

We may update these Terms of Service from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by posting the new terms on our website and updating the "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of Zenbird after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised terms.

12. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

These terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Washington, United States, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

Any disputes arising out of or related to these terms or your use of Zenbird shall be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association, except that either party may seek injunctive relief in court to protect their intellectual property rights.

13. Severability

If any provision of these terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

14. Entire Agreement

These Terms of Service, together with our Privacy Policy and any other legal notices published by us, constitute the entire agreement between you and Zenbird regarding your use of our services.

15. Contact Information

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

Zenbird
Email: legal@zenbird.com
Website: https://zenbird.com