Terms of Use

These Terms of Use govern your access to and use of the SeisGeo website and services. By accessing or using our website, you agree to these Terms. If you disagree, please do not use our services.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing SeisGeo's website and services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy. These Terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you and SeisGeo.

2. Use of Services

2.1 Permitted Use

You may use our website and services for lawful purposes, including:

• Accessing information about geophysical consulting services
• Requesting consultations and technical assistance
• Registering for training programs and workshops
• Accessing educational resources and publications
• Requesting seismic data for legitimate research purposes

2.2 Prohibited Conduct

You agree not to:

• Use services for illegal or unauthorized purposes
• Violate any applicable laws or regulations
• Infringe intellectual property rights
• Transmit viruses, malware, or harmful code
• Attempt unauthorized access to systems or networks
• Interfere with service operation or integrity
• Harvest user information without consent
• Use automated tools (bots, scrapers) without permission

3. Intellectual Property

3.1 Ownership

All website content, including text, graphics, logos, images, software, data compilations, and technical documentation, is owned by SeisGeo or its licensors and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

3.2 Limited License

We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and use our website for personal or business evaluation. This license does not include:

• Resale or commercial use without authorization
• Derivative works or modifications
• Systematic downloading or data extraction
• Use for third-party benefit without permission

3.3 Trademarks

SeisGeo, our logo, and service marks are trademarks of SeisGeo. Unauthorized use is prohibited.

4. Seismic Data and Research Materials

Access to seismic data and geophysical datasets is subject to additional conditions:

• Data provided for legitimate academic and research purposes only
• Users must comply with data protection and privacy laws
• Redistribution prohibited without written authorization
• Proper attribution required in publications using our data
• Commercial use requires separate licensing agreements
• Data integrity must be maintained; manipulation for misleading purposes prohibited

5. User Submissions

When submitting information through contact forms, emails, or other channels:

• You grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use submissions for business purposes
• You warrant you have rights to submit such content
• Content must not infringe third-party rights
• We are not obligated to use or respond to submissions

6. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We do not control, endorse, or assume responsibility for third-party content, privacy policies, or practices. Access third-party sites at your own risk.

7. Disclaimers

We disclaim all warranties, including but not limited to:

• Merchantability or fitness for particular purpose
• Uninterrupted, error-free, or secure service
• Accuracy, reliability, or completeness of information
• Correction of defects

Technical information and data are provided for informational purposes. Professional decisions should not be based solely on website content.

8. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, SeisGeo, its directors, employees, and agents shall not be liable for:

• Indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages
• Loss of profits, data, or business opportunities
• Service interruptions or failures
• Costs of substitute services
• Unauthorized access or data alteration
• Third-party statements or conduct

Our total liability shall not exceed amounts paid to us (if any) in the twelve months preceding the claim.

9. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless SeisGeo from claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses (including legal fees) arising from:

• Your violation of these Terms
• Your violation of third-party rights
• Your use or misuse of services
• Your breach of applicable laws

10. Modifications

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes become effective upon posting with an updated effective date. Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance. We may also modify, suspend, or discontinue services without liability.

11. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the Republic of Malawi, without regard to conflict of law principles. Disputes shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of Malawian courts.

12. Dispute Resolution

Parties agree to first attempt good-faith negotiations to resolve disputes. If unsuccessful, alternative dispute resolution methods may be pursued before litigation.

13. Severability and Waiver

If any provision is found invalid or unenforceable, remaining provisions continue in effect. The invalid provision shall be modified to minimum extent necessary. Our failure to enforce any right does not waive that right.

14. Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement regarding use of our services, superseding prior agreements.

15. Contact Information