Terms of Use
Last Updated: September 16, 2024
Welcome to the Journal of AgriTech website (the “Site”). These Terms of Use (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of our website, services, and content. By accessing or using the Site, 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 the Site.
1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing and using the Journal of AgriTech’s website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy. These Terms apply to all visitors, users, and others who access or use the Site.
2. Changes to Terms
We reserve the right to modify or replace these Terms at any time. Any changes will be effective immediately upon posting on the Site. Your continued use of the Site after any modifications constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms. Please review these Terms periodically for any changes.
3. Use of the Site
3.1 Eligibility
You must be at least 18 years old to use the Site. By using the Site, you represent and warrant that you meet this age requirement.
3.2 Permitted Use
You may use the Site for lawful purposes only and in accordance with these Terms. You agree not to use the Site:
- In any way that violates any applicable federal, state, local, or international law or regulation.
- To engage in any conduct that restricts or inhibits anyone’s use or enjoyment of the Site.
- To transmit any harmful, offensive, or illegal content.
3.3 Account Registration
To access certain features of the Site, you may be required to create an account. You agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information during the registration process and to update such information to keep it accurate. You are responsible for safeguarding your account credentials and for all activities that occur under your account. Notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account.
4. Intellectual Property
4.1 Ownership
All content on the Site, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, audio clips, video clips, data compilations, and software, is the property of Journal of AgriTech or its content suppliers and is protected by international copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.
4.2 Limited License
Subject to these Terms, Journal of AgriTech grants you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, and revocable license to access and use the Site for personal, non-commercial purposes. This license does not include any resale or commercial use of the Site or its contents.
4.3 Restrictions
You agree not to:
- Reproduce, distribute, modify, create derivative works of, publicly display, publicly perform, republish, download, store, or transmit any of the Site’s content without prior written consent from Journal of AgriTech.
- Use any automated means to access the Site for any purpose without our express written permission.
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any portion of the Site or any systems or networks connected to the Site.
5. User-Generated Content
5.1 Responsibility
If you submit, post, or otherwise make available any content on the Site (“User Content”), you grant Journal of AgriTech a non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual, and worldwide license to use, reproduce, modify, adapt, publish, translate, create derivative works from, distribute, perform, and display such User Content in any media.
You represent and warrant that you have all necessary rights to grant the above license and that your User Content does not infringe any third-party rights or violate any laws.
5.2 Prohibited Content
You agree not to submit any User Content that:
- Is unlawful, defamatory, obscene, infringing, or otherwise objectionable.
- Contains viruses, malware, or other harmful components.
- Invades another’s privacy or intellectual property rights.
Journal of AgriTech reserves the right to remove any User Content that violates these Terms or is otherwise objectionable at our sole discretion.
6. Submissions and Publications
6.1 Editorial Policies
All submissions to Journal of AgriTech must comply with our Submission Guidelines. By submitting content, you agree to adhere to our editorial policies, including those related to originality, plagiarism, and ethical standards.
6.2 Rights and Licenses
Upon acceptance of your manuscript, you agree to grant Journal of AgriTech the exclusive right to publish and distribute your work in all formats and media. Authors retain the right to use their work for non-commercial purposes, such as teaching and research, provided that proper attribution is given.
7. Disclaimers
7.1 General Disclaimer
The Site and its content are provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis without any warranties of any kind, either express or implied. Journal of AgriTech disclaims all warranties, including but not limited to merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement.
7.2 Accuracy of Information
While we strive to ensure that the information on the Site is accurate and up-to-date, Journal of AgriTech makes no representations or warranties regarding the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any content. Users are responsible for verifying the information before relying on it.
7.3 Third-Party Links
The Site may contain links to third-party websites or resources. Journal of AgriTech does not endorse and is not responsible for the availability, accuracy, or content of these external sites. Accessing third-party links is at your own risk.
8. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Journal of AgriTech 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 or inability to use the Site.
- Any unauthorized access to or alteration of your transmissions or data.
- Any content obtained from the Site.
- Any other matter relating to the Site.
In no event shall Journal of AgriTech’s total liability to you for all claims exceed the amount you have paid, if any, to access the Site.
9. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Journal of AgriTech, its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, and agents from and against any and all claims, damages, obligations, losses, liabilities, costs, or debt, and expenses arising from:
- Your use of the Site.
- Your violation of these Terms.
- Your violation of any rights of another.
- Any User Content you submit.
10. Termination
Journal of AgriTech may terminate or suspend your access to the Site immediately, without prior notice or liability, for any reason, including if you breach these Terms. Upon termination, your right to use the Site will cease immediately.
11. Governing Law
These Terms shall be governed and construed in accordance with the laws of [Your Country/State], without regard to its conflict of law provisions. You agree to submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in [Your Jurisdiction] for the resolution of any disputes.
12. Severability
If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable by a court, the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.
13. Entire Agreement
These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and Journal of AgriTech regarding your use of the Site and supersede all prior agreements and understandings, whether written or oral, regarding such subject matter.