Terms and Conditions

The Terms and Conditions were last updated on 10th December, 2024

Cotswolds Business Connect: Terms and Conditions

1. Introduction
Welcome to Cotswolds Business Connect! These Terms and Conditions apply to your use of our website and to any products or services related to our vibrant networking group. As a growing community of local businesses, we aim to offer both professional support and personal connections. By engaging with our platform, you’re joining a network built on trust, collaboration, and mutual growth. In addition to these terms, you may be subject to other agreements depending on your relationship with us or the services you use. If any provisions from those agreements conflict with these terms, the terms of those additional contracts will take precedence.

2. Binding Agreement
By registering with, accessing, or using our website, you agree to these Terms and Conditions. Visiting our site implies you understand and accept these terms. In some cases, we may ask for your explicit consent, but your continued use of the website means you’re on board with how we operate and connect as a community.

3. Intellectual Property
Cotswolds Business Connect, along with its licensors, retains full ownership of all intellectual property rights associated with our website, including all content and materials within it.
3.1 All Rights Reserved
Unless stated otherwise, you are not granted a license to use or distribute any content from our site without written permission from us. We encourage members to share resources and support one another, but all uses must be in line with these rights. Unauthorized use will be treated as a violation of intellectual property laws.

4. Third-Party Content
Our website may include links to external websites. Cotswolds Business Connect does not monitor or control these third-party sites, and any products or services they offer are subject to their own terms and conditions. Our network thrives on collaboration, but please note that opinions or materials on external sites do not necessarily represent the views of Cotswolds Business Connect.

We are not responsible for any content or privacy practices of third-party sites. Please approach those websites with caution, as any data shared with external parties is at your own risk.

5. Responsible Use
We’re all about supporting each other in our business journeys, and with that comes a sense of responsibility to the community. By using our website, you agree to use it for its intended purpose and in accordance with these Terms and applicable laws. Please do not use our website to post or share malicious content, collect data for unsolicited marketing, or damage the site’s performance. As a member of Cotswolds Business Connect, you’re joining a group committed to ethical practices, respect for others, and the strength of our collective growth.

6. Idea Submission
We’re always excited to hear new ideas and collaborate within our community. However, please don’t submit your intellectual property or ideas unless we’ve first entered into a formal agreement, such as a non-disclosure agreement (NDA). If you share your ideas with us without such an agreement, you’re granting Cotswolds Business Connect the right to use, reproduce, and distribute your content globally, royalty-free, and without restriction.

7. Termination of Use
As a member of Cotswolds Business Connect, we want everyone to enjoy their experience. However, we reserve the right to modify or discontinue access to our website or services at any time, either temporarily or permanently. We’ll do our best to communicate any changes, but we’re not liable for any disruption to access or loss of contributions. Should we suspend or remove access due to policy violations, we’ll be clear about our reasons and work with you to address any issues.

8. Warranties and Liability
We strive to provide a reliable and accurate platform, but our website and all its content are offered “as is” and “as available.” While we do our best to provide accurate information, we make no warranties that the website will always be error-free or available. Nothing on the website constitutes professional advice, and if you need legal, financial, or other professional guidance, we recommend consulting an expert.

9. Privacy
As part of engaging with Cotswolds Business Connect, you may provide personal information. We treat your privacy with the utmost respect, and you can read more about how we handle your information in our [Privacy Policy] and [Cookie Policy].

10. Legal Compliance
Cotswolds Business Connect operates under UK law, and we ask that all members respect local laws and export regulations when using our website. If you’re accessing our site from a location where the services or content are prohibited, you’re responsible for ensuring compliance with all applicable legal restrictions.

11. Changes to Terms and Conditions
Because we are an ever-evolving network, these Terms and Conditions may be updated from time to time. Any changes will be communicated clearly, and by continuing to use the website, you accept the new terms. We want to make sure you’re always in the loop, so feel free to reach out if you have any questions.

12. Contact Information
We’re always happy to hear from you! Whether you have questions, feedback, or just want to learn more about our network, you can reach us through our [Contact Page].

13. Download
For your convenience, you can also download our Terms and Conditions as a PDF.