Biovisuals - Terms and Conditions

Introduction

Welcome to Biovisuals. These Terms and Conditions ("Terms") govern your use of the Biovisuals website (www.biovisuals.net, www.biovisuals.in) ("Website") and any related services provided by Biovisuals Private Limited ("Biovisuals," "We," "Us," "Our"). By accessing or using our Website and services, you agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, please do not use our Website or services.

Use of the Website and Services

Eligibility:
By using our Website and services, you confirm that you are at least 18 years old or have reached the age of consent in your jurisdiction, and have the legal capacity to enter into a binding agreement.
Account Registration:
To access certain features of our services, you may need to register an account. You agree to provide accurate, complete, and up-to-date information during registration and to update such information as necessary. Failure to maintain accurate account information may result in the suspension or termination of your account.
Account Security
You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account login credentials and for all activities that occur under your account. Notify us immediately of any unauthorized use or breach of security. Biovisuals will not be liable for any loss or damage arising from your failure to comply with this obligation.
Acceptable Use:
You agree to use our Website and services only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. You must not:
- Violate any applicable laws or regulations.
- Infringe upon the rights of others, including intellectual property rights.
- Use our Website or services for any unauthorized or fraudulent purpose.
- Transmit any harmful or malicious code, viruses, or other similar software.
- Engage in any activity that could disrupt or interfere with the functioning of our Website or services.

Intellectual Property

Ownership:
All content, materials, and intellectual property on the Website, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, icons, images, audio clips, video clips, and software, are the property of Biovisuals or its licensors and are protected by applicable copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.
Limited License:
Biovisuals grants you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to access and use the Website and services for personal, non-commercial use only. This license does not include any right to:
- Resell or commercialize any portion of the Website or services.
- Modify or make derivative works based on the Website or services.
- Use any data mining, robots, or similar data gathering or extraction methods.
User-Generated Content:
If you submit any content, including but not limited to comments, feedback, or suggestions, you grant Biovisuals a non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual, and irrevocable right to use, reproduce, modify, adapt, publish, translate, distribute, and display such content worldwide in any media.

Privacy

Your use of the Website and services is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which outlines how we collect, use, and protect your personal information. By using our Website and services, you consent to the practices described in our Privacy Policy. s

Limitation of Liability

No Warranties:
The Website and services are provided "as is" and "as available" without any warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, non-infringement, or course of performance.
Limitation of Liability:
In no event shall Biovisuals, its affiliates, directors, employees, or agents be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including but not limited to loss of profits, data, use, goodwill, or other intangible losses, arising out of or in connection with your use of or inability to use the Website or services.
Indemnifictaion:
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Biovisuals, its affiliates, directors, employees, and agents from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses, including reasonable attorney's fees, arising out of or in any way connected with your use of the Website or services or your violation of these Terms.

Changes to the Terms

Biovisuals reserves the right to modify or update these Terms at any time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the updated Terms on our Website. Your continued use of the Website and services after such modifications constitutes your acceptance of the new Terms.

Governing Law

These Terms and any disputes arising out of or related to them shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of India, without regard to its conflict of law principles.

Contact Information

If you have any questions or concerns about these Terms, please email us at

Email: support@biovisuals.in

Last Updated: August 2024

Additional Specific Provisions

Use of Advanced Illustration Tools:
Users are granted access to Biovisuals' robust suite of illustration tools for creating detailed and publication-ready biological graphics. Any misuse of these tools, including but not limited to creating inappropriate content, may result in the termination of your account.
Rich Icons Library of Biological Elements:
The icons and elements available in Biovisuals' library are for use solely within the platform. Exporting or reproducing these elements outside the platform without proper authorization is strictly prohibited.
Editable Scientific Layouts:
Users can utilize and adapt the provided scientific layouts for their personal or academic projects. Commercial use of these layouts requires prior written consent from Biovisuals.
Collaboration and Sharing:
Biovisuals' real-time collaboration tools are designed to facilitate teamwork on biological illustrations and graphics. Users must respect the intellectual property rights of their collaborators and ensure proper attribution.
Scientific Accuracy and Updates:
Biovisuals is committed to ensuring the scientific accuracy of all elements and annotations. Users are encouraged to report any discrepancies or outdated information to help maintain the integrity of the platform.
Export and Integration:
Users can export their illustrations and graphics in various formats for inclusion in research papers and presentations. The use of Biovisuals content in commercial publications requires appropriate licensing.
Community and Support:
Biovisuals fosters a supportive community of biological illustrators and scientists. Users are expected to engage respectfully in forums and support channels, adhering to community guidelines to maintain a positive environment.