Terms of Service

Last updated: January 2025

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using the EndLangDigLib (EndLangDigLib) website and services, you accept and agree to be bound by the terms and provision of this agreement. If you do not agree to these Terms of Service, please do not use our services.

2. Description of Service

EndLangDigLib provides a digital archive platform for preserving, documenting, and accessing endangered language resources. Our services include but are not limited to:

  • Access to digitized language documentation
  • Audio and video recordings
  • Written texts and manuscripts
  • Educational materials and learning resources
  • Research tools and databases

3. User Accounts

3.1 Registration

Some features of our service may require you to create an account. You agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information during registration and to update such information to keep it accurate, current, and complete.

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.

4. Acceptable Use

You agree not to:

  • Use the service for any illegal purpose or in violation of any laws
  • Violate or infringe upon the rights of others, including intellectual property rights
  • Transmit any harmful code, viruses, or malicious software
  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any portion of the service
  • Interfere with or disrupt the service or servers connected to the service
  • Use automated systems to access the service without permission
  • Reproduce, duplicate, or copy materials without proper authorization
  • Use the service to harass, abuse, or harm others

5. Intellectual Property Rights

5.1 Our Content

All content on the EndLangDigLib website, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, audio, video, and software, is the property of EndLangDigLib or its content suppliers and is protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws.

5.2 User-Submitted Content

By submitting content to EndLangDigLib, you grant us a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, modify, adapt, publish, translate, and distribute such content for the purpose of operating and promoting the archive.

5.3 Third-Party Content

Some materials in the archive may be subject to third-party copyrights or other rights. Users are responsible for obtaining necessary permissions before using such materials.

6. Use of Archive Materials

6.1 Research and Educational Use

Materials in the archive are provided for research and educational purposes. Users may access and use materials in accordance with applicable copyright laws and any specific terms of use indicated for individual items.

6.2 Attribution

When using materials from the archive, you must provide appropriate attribution to EndLangDigLib and, when applicable, to the original contributors and communities.

6.3 Restrictions

Some materials may have restrictions on commercial use or require permission from source communities. Users must respect all such restrictions and obtain necessary permissions before commercial use.

7. Cultural Sensitivity

Users acknowledge that many materials in the archive relate to indigenous and minority communities. Users agree to:

  • Respect the cultural and spiritual significance of materials
  • Follow community protocols and guidelines when available
  • Engage with materials in a respectful and ethical manner
  • Consult with source communities when appropriate

8. Disclaimers

The service is provided "as is" and "as available" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. We do not warrant that:

  • The service will be uninterrupted or error-free
  • Defects will be corrected
  • The service is free of viruses or other harmful components
  • The information provided is accurate, complete, or current

9. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, EndLangDigLib shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, or any loss of profits or revenues, whether incurred directly or indirectly, or any loss of data, use, goodwill, or other intangible losses resulting from your use of the service.

10. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless EndLangDigLib, its officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, and expenses (including legal fees) arising out of your use of the service or violation of these Terms of Service.

11. Termination

We reserve the right to terminate or suspend your account and access to the service immediately, without prior notice, for conduct that we believe violates these Terms of Service or is harmful to other users, us, or third parties, or for any other reason.

12. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms of Service at any time. We will notify users of any material changes by posting the new Terms of Service on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. Your continued use of the service after such modifications constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.

13. Governing Law

These Terms of Service shall be governed by and construed in accordance with applicable laws, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

14. Contact Information

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

Email: kateshabell468@gmail.com
Address: EndLangDigLib
Digital Preservation Center
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