Terms of Service
1. Scope of the Terms of Service
Section titled “1. Scope of the Terms of Service”1.1. Definitions
Section titled “1.1. Definitions”These Terms of Service govern the use of the CachyOS platform and associated services, including the forums, wiki, bug reporting tool, and other collaborative tools (“Services”). CachyOS (“we,” “us,” “our”) operates the platform accessible at cachyos.org and related subdomains. Users (“you,” “your”) must accept these terms to use the Services.
1.2. Use of the Services
Section titled “1.2. Use of the Services”Only natural persons of legal age and with full legal capacity are permitted to use the Services. Minors may use the Services with parental or legal guardian consent.
1.3. Access to Terms of Service
Section titled “1.3. Access to Terms of Service”The latest version of the Terms of Service can be accessed at any time on our website: https://wiki.cachyos.org/policy/terms_of_service.
2. Registration, Conclusion of Contract, and Subject Matter
Section titled “2. Registration, Conclusion of Contract, and Subject Matter”2.1. Requirements
Section titled “2.1. Requirements”To use our Interactive Services (e.g., forums, package contributions), you must register via our online form, provide accurate contact information, and agree to these Terms of Service. Activation of your account signifies the conclusion of the contract. There is no entitlement to activation or participation.
2.2. Change of the Platform
Section titled “2.2. Change of the Platform”We reserve the right to change or expand the Services and structure of the platform. Changes that significantly affect the purpose of these Terms of Service will be communicated to users.
3. Duties as a User of the Interactive Services
Section titled “3. Duties as a User of the Interactive Services”3.1. Completeness of Information
Section titled “3.1. Completeness of Information”You must provide complete and accurate contact information and update it as necessary.
3.2. Account Use
Section titled “3.2. Account Use”Your account is personal and must be protected from unauthorized use. You are responsible for any misuse of your account.
3.3. Conduct
Section titled “3.3. Conduct”Users must interact respectfully and lawfully, adhering to our General Guidelines and Code of Conduct.
3.4. Content and Conduct
Section titled “3.4. Content and Conduct”You are responsible for any content you contribute, ensuring it does not violate these terms or applicable laws.
3.5. Violations
Section titled “3.5. Violations”You must not publish content that is insulting, false, malicious, or violates any laws, including copyright and trademark laws.
3.6. Permanent Entries
Section titled “3.6. Permanent Entries”Contributions may be indexed by search engines and remain accessible worldwide. You cannot claim deletion or correction of such entries.
3.7. Content Discretion
Section titled “3.7. Content Discretion”We reserve the right to refuse, delete, modify, or remove any content at our discretion and to impose sanctions for violations of these terms.
4. Liability of the Users; Indemnification
Section titled “4. Liability of the Users; Indemnification”You agree to indemnify us against all costs incurred from third-party claims due to your violations of these Terms of Service.
5. Transfer of Rights of Use
Section titled “5. Transfer of Rights of Use”5.1. Copyright
Section titled “5.1. Copyright”By posting content, you grant us the rights needed to provide our Services. You must ensure you have the rights to any content you upload.
5.2. Contribution Licenses
Section titled “5.2. Contribution Licenses”Software contributions must be licensed under the project’s license or the GNU General Public License version 3.
5.3. Continuation of Rights
Section titled “5.3. Continuation of Rights”Rights of use remain in effect even after account termination.
6. Availability of the Platform
Section titled “6. Availability of the Platform”We strive to keep the platform available but cannot guarantee 100% uptime.
7. Liability of CachyOS
Section titled “7. Liability of CachyOS”7.1. Limitation of Liability
Section titled “7.1. Limitation of Liability”We are not responsible for user content or any damages resulting from its use. Users must take precautions against harmful content.
7.2. Content Review
Section titled “7.2. Content Review”We do not review all content posted by users and are not responsible for it. Unlawful content will be removed upon discovery.
7.3. Limitation of Damage Claims
Section titled “7.3. Limitation of Damage Claims”We exclude liability for damages except in cases of gross negligence, intentional misconduct, or violation of essential contractual obligations.
7.4. Further Limitation of Liability
Section titled “7.4. Further Limitation of Liability”We are not liable for the content of external linked sites.
8. Amendment of the Terms of Service
Section titled “8. Amendment of the Terms of Service”8.1. Amendments
Section titled “8.1. Amendments”We may amend these Terms of Service as necessary. Users will be notified of changes by email. Failure to object to changes within two weeks signifies acceptance.
8.2. Objections to Amendments
Section titled “8.2. Objections to Amendments”If you object to changes, the contract will continue under the previous terms, but we may terminate the agreement at the next possible date.
9. Term and Termination of the Agreement
Section titled “9. Term and Termination of the Agreement”9.1. Period of Terms of Service
Section titled “9.1. Period of Terms of Service”These Terms of Service are concluded for an indefinite period.
9.2. Termination
Section titled “9.2. Termination”Either party can terminate these Terms of Service without cause at any time.
9.3. Account Deletion
Section titled “9.3. Account Deletion”Public statements and contributions may remain visible even after account deletion.
10. Miscellaneous
Section titled “10. Miscellaneous”10.1. Applicable Law
Section titled “10.1. Applicable Law”These Terms of Service are governed exclusively by the laws of the relevant jurisdiction, excluding the United Nations Convention on Contracts for the International Sale of Goods (CISG).
10.2. Severability Clause
Section titled “10.2. Severability Clause”If any provision of these Terms of Service is found to be invalid, the remaining provisions will remain in effect.
10.3. Disputes
Section titled “10.3. Disputes”The European Commission’s online dispute resolution platform can be accessed at https://ec.europa.eu/consumers/odr. We are not obligated to participate in dispute resolution procedures before a consumer arbitration board.