Terms of Service
These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your access to and use of our hybrid search engine platform ("Service", "we", "our", or "us"). By using the Service, you agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy, in accordance with EU regulations, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, you must not use the Service.
1. Description of the Service
Our Service operates as a hybrid search engine, aggregating and enhancing search results from multiple third-party providers. We aim to provide a streamlined search experience by compiling results from various open and proprietary sources. The Service is offered as-is, without charge to end users.
2. Eligibility
You must be at least 16 years of age (or the minimum digital consent age in your EU country) to use our Service. By using the Service, you represent and warrant that you meet this requirement and have the legal capacity to enter into a binding agreement.
3. User Obligations
You agree to use the Service only for lawful and ethical purposes, and in accordance with all applicable EU and local laws and regulations. Specifically, you agree not to:
- Use automated tools (bots, scrapers, crawlers) to extract or index data without authorization.
- Interfere with the normal functioning of the Service or attempt unauthorized access to systems.
- Distribute, upload, or transmit any harmful or illegal content.
- Misrepresent your identity or affiliation with any person or entity.
4. Privacy and Data Protection
We are fully committed to complying with the GDPR and EU data protection laws. Any personal data collected will be processed lawfully, fairly, and transparently. For detailed information on how we handle your data, including your rights under the GDPR (such as access, rectification, erasure, and data portability), please refer to our Privacy Policy.
5. Third-Party Content and Links
The search results provided by our hybrid engine include links to third-party websites and content. We do not control or endorse such content and disclaim responsibility for its accuracy, legality, or appropriateness. Accessing third-party sites is at your own risk and subject to their terms and policies.
6. Intellectual Property
All trademarks, service marks, logos, and content displayed within the Service are the property of their respective owners. The platform’s design, code, and proprietary enhancements are protected by intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works without prior written consent from the rightful owner.
7. Liability and Disclaimers
The Service is provided "as is" and "as available", without any warranties of any kind, express or implied. We do not guarantee the accuracy, relevance, or availability of results. To the maximum extent permitted under applicable law, we disclaim liability for direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from use of the Service.
Nothing in these Terms excludes or limits our liability for death or personal injury caused by negligence, fraud, or other liability which cannot be excluded under EU law.
8. User Content and Contributions
If the Service allows users to contribute content (such as feedback, reviews, or comments), you grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide license to use, display, and distribute such content. You retain ownership but are solely responsible for any content you submit.
9. Modifications to the Service and Terms
We reserve the right to modify or discontinue the Service (in whole or in part) at any time. We may also update these Terms from time to time for legal, regulatory, or operational reasons. We will notify you of material changes where required by law. Your continued use of the Service after updates constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.
10. Termination
We may suspend or terminate your access to the Service at our discretion, with or without notice, for violations of these Terms or applicable law. Upon termination, your right to use the Service ceases immediately. The provisions on intellectual property, liability, governing law, and dispute resolution will survive termination.
11. Governing Law and Jurisdiction
These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the European Union and the country of our principal establishment. Any dispute shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the competent courts in that country, without prejudice to your statutory rights under EU consumer protection laws.
12. Contact and Communication
For inquiries, complaints, or the exercise of your legal rights, please contact us.
We aim to respond to all inquiries within a reasonable time frame, especially those involving the exercise of data protection rights.
Thank you for using our hybrid search engine. Your trust and compliance help us provide a safe, transparent, and efficient experience.