Terms of Service

Last Updated: October 9, 2024

1. Introduction

Welcome to GiftElan.org. These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your use of the GiftElan.org website (the "Site") operated by GiftElan Information Services Ltd. ("we," "us," or "our"). By accessing or using our Site, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use our Site.

2. Educational Purpose

GiftElan.org is an educational resource only. We provide information about gift cards to help consumers make informed decisions. We do NOT sell gift cards, process payments, or facilitate any transactions related to gift cards. Any actions you take based on information from our Site are at your own discretion and risk.

3. Use of Content

All content on this Site, including text, images, graphics, logos, and educational resources, is the property of GiftElan Information Services Ltd. and is protected by Canadian and international copyright laws.

You may:

• Access and view content for personal, non-commercial use
• Share links to our content through social media or email

You may NOT:

• Modify, reproduce, or publicly display any content without written permission
• Use our content for commercial purposes
• Remove copyright or proprietary notices
• Present our content in a misleading or deceptive manner

4. User Conduct

When using our Site, you agree NOT to:

• Violate any applicable laws or regulations
• Infringe upon the rights of others
• Attempt unauthorized access to the Site or its systems
• Transmit malicious software or engage in harmful activities
• Collect or harvest personal information about other users
• Impersonate any person or entity
• Engage in or promote fraudulent activity
• Post unlawful, harmful, defamatory, or obscene content

5. User Submissions

If you submit information through contact forms, feedback mechanisms, or other channels, you grant us a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, and modify this information for responding to inquiries and improving our educational resources.

You are responsible for the accuracy and legality of any information you submit. Do not submit information that is false, misleading, or violates third-party rights.

6. No Affiliation

GiftElan.org is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or connected to any gift card issuer or retailer. Information provided about these companies is for educational purposes only and compiled from publicly available sources. For official information or assistance, contact the respective provider directly.

7. Third-Party Links

Our Site may contain links to third-party websites that are not owned or controlled by us. We have no control over and assume no responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of third-party websites. You acknowledge and agree that we shall not be liable for any damage resulting from use of third-party websites.

8. Disclaimer of Warranties

THE SITE AND ALL INFORMATION ARE PROVIDED ON AN "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" BASIS WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. WE DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES, INCLUDING IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT.

WE DO NOT WARRANT THAT THE SITE WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR-FREE, THAT DEFECTS WILL BE CORRECTED, OR THAT THE SITE IS FREE OF VIRUSES OR HARMFUL COMPONENTS.

9. Limitation of Liability

IN NO EVENT SHALL GIFTELAN.ORG, ITS OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, OR AGENTS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION LOSS OF PROFITS, DATA, USE, GOODWILL, OR OTHER INTANGIBLE LOSSES, RESULTING FROM:

• Your access to or use of or inability to access or use the Site
• Any conduct or content of any third party on the Site
• Any content obtained from the Site
• Unauthorized access, use, or alteration of your transmissions or content

10. Indemnification

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless GiftElan Information Services Ltd., its officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses, including reasonable attorney fees, arising from your access to or use of the Site, your violation of these Terms, or your violation of any rights of another.

11. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Province of Ontario, Canada, without regard to conflict of law provisions. Any legal action relating to the Site shall be instituted in courts located in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

12. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Your continued use of the Site after changes constitutes acceptance of the new Terms.

13. Termination

We may terminate or suspend your access to the Site immediately, without prior notice or liability, for any reason, including breach of these Terms. Upon termination, your right to use the Site will immediately cease.

14. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, such provision shall be deleted without affecting the remaining provisions.

15. Entire Agreement

These Terms, along with our Privacy Policy and Disclaimer, constitute the entire agreement between you and us regarding use of the Site.

16. Contact Information

If you have questions about these Terms, please contact us:

Email: [email protected]
Phone: +1 (416) 847-5523
Mail:
GiftElan Information Services Ltd.
123 Front Street West, Suite 400
Toronto, ON M5J 2M2
Canada

By using this Site, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service.