Welcome to Pulse Poetry! These Terms and Conditions ("Terms") govern your access to and use of the Pulse Poetry website (the "Platform") and the services provided by Pulse Poetry. By using our Platform, you agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms. Please read them carefully before engaging with the Platform.

If you do not agree with these Terms, you should not use the Platform.

1. About Pulse Poetry

Pulse Poetry ("we," "us," or "our") is a platform dedicated to poets and poetry enthusiasts for sharing, discovering, and engaging with original works. Our mission is to create a supportive and creative space for poets of all levels.

2. Eligibility

To use Pulse Poetry, you must be at least 13 years old. By registering for an account, you represent that you are at least 13 years of age. If you are under the age of 18, you confirm that you have the permission of a parent or guardian to use the Platform and agree to these Terms.

3. Registration and Account Security

• Account Creation: You may be required to create an account to access certain features of the Platform. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your login information and for all activities under your account.
• Accuracy of Information: You agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information when registering for an account and to update this information as necessary.
• Account Security: You are responsible for safeguarding your account and agree to notify us immediately of any unauthorized access or breach of security. Pulse Poetry will not be liable for any losses or damages caused by unauthorized use of your account.

4. User Conduct

You agree to use Pulse Poetry in a respectful and lawful manner. You may not engage in any of the following:

• Posting Inappropriate Content: You must not post any content that is illegal, offensive, defamatory, obscene, harmful, threatening, or discriminatory. This includes any material that promotes violence, hate speech, or harassment.
• Infringement of Intellectual Property: You must not post content that infringes upon the intellectual property rights of others, including copyrighted material, trademarks, or other proprietary information, without the owner's consent.
• Spamming or Misleading Practices: You may not engage in spamming, unsolicited messaging, or deceptive practices, including impersonation of another person or entity.
• Disruption of Services: You may not interfere with the proper functioning of the Platform, including introducing viruses, excessive use of bandwidth, or engaging in any activities that may impair or damage the website.

We reserve the right to remove or restrict access to any content that violates these Terms, and we may suspend or terminate your account for breaches of conduct.

5. User-Generated Content and Intellectual Property

• Ownership of Content: You retain ownership of any original poems or other content ("User-Generated Content") that you submit or post on Pulse Poetry. By posting content on the Platform, you grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide, and perpetual license to use, reproduce, display, modify, distribute, and promote your content for the purpose of operating and promoting the Platform.
• Content Moderation: Pulse Poetry reserves the right, but is not obligated, to review, monitor, or remove any User-Generated Content that violates these Terms or is otherwise objectionable.

6. Copyright Policy

Pulse Poetry respects the intellectual property rights of others and expects our users to do the same. If you believe that your copyrighted work has been posted on the Platform without permission, please contact us at admin@pulsepoetry.com with a detailed description of the infringement. We will promptly investigate and take necessary action in compliance with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) or similar regulations applicable in the UK.

7. Prohibited Uses

In addition to the conduct rules outlined above, you may not:

• Use the Platform for any illegal or unauthorized purpose.
• Access or tamper with non-public areas of the Platform, Pulse Poetry’s systems, or technical delivery systems.
• Attempt to probe, scan, or test the vulnerability of the Platform, or breach any security or authentication measures.
• Use automated systems (such as robots or spiders) to access or collect data from the Platform without prior permission.

8. Termination of Use

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access to the Platform at any time, for any reason, including but not limited to violation of these Terms. Upon termination, you no longer have the right to use Pulse Poetry, and any rights granted to you under these Terms will cease.

9. Disclaimer of Warranties

Pulse Poetry is provided on an "as-is" and "as-available" basis. We make no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, about the Platform, including:

• That it will be error-free, secure, or uninterrupted.
• That any information or content provided will be accurate or complete.
• That the Platform will meet your specific requirements.

We disclaim all warranties, including implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement.

10. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, Pulse Poetry will not be liable for any damages, losses, or liabilities arising out of or in connection with your use of or inability to use the Platform. This includes, but is not limited to, direct, indirect, incidental, punitive, and consequential damages.

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Pulse Poetry and its affiliates, directors, officers, employees, and agents from any claims, liabilities, or expenses arising from your violation of these Terms or your use of the Platform.

11. Changes to the Terms

We may revise these Terms from time to time. If we make significant changes, we will notify you via email or by posting a notice on the Platform. Your continued use of Pulse Poetry after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms. Please review these Terms periodically.

12. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of England and Wales. Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of the Platform will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.

13. Contact Us

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

• Email: admin@pulsepoetry.com
• Phone: +44 07494 908439

By using Pulse Poetry, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to these Terms and Conditions. Thank you for being part of our creative community!