Terms of Service

1. Introduction and Acceptance

Welcome to HOTR Calendar ("Service"), a calendar subscription service operated by House on the Rock Port Harcourt ("we," "our," or "us"). These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your access to and use of our website located at hotr-calendar.vercel.app and all related services.

By accessing or using our Service, you agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to these Terms, you may not access or use the Service.

These Terms are governed by the laws of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, including the Nigeria Data Protection Act 2023, Consumer Protection Council Act, and other applicable laws and regulations.

2. Description of Service

HOTR Calendar is a free calendar subscription service that enables members and attendees of House on the Rock Port Harcourt to:

• Subscribe to personalized church event calendars
• Receive event notifications based on age group, gender, and interests
• Sync church events with Google Calendar, Apple Calendar, Microsoft Outlook, and other calendar applications
• Stay updated on services, programs, and special events

The Service is provided free of charge as a ministry tool to help our community stay connected with church activities.

3. User Registration and Account

3.1 Registration Requirements

To use certain features of our Service, you must provide accurate and complete information during the subscription process. You agree to:

• Provide truthful, accurate, and current information
• Update your information if it changes
• Keep any calendar subscription links private and secure
• Not share your subscription links with unauthorized persons

3.2 Eligibility

Our Service is available to individuals of all ages. For users under 18 years of age, we recommend parental or guardian supervision during registration. By using the Service, you represent that:

• You have the legal capacity to enter into these Terms
• If under 18, you have obtained parental or guardian consent
• You are not prohibited by law from using the Service

4. User Conduct and Responsibilities

You agree to use our Service responsibly and in accordance with these Terms. You shall NOT:

• Use the Service for any unlawful purpose or in violation of Nigerian law
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems or other users' data
• Interfere with or disrupt the Service or servers connected to the Service
• Use automated systems to access the Service without our express permission
• Share false or misleading information during registration
• Impersonate any person or entity
• Use the Service to distribute spam, malware, or unauthorized advertising
• Attempt to reverse engineer, decompile, or extract source code from the Service
• Redistribute subscription links or content without authorization

5. Third-Party Services (Google Integration)

Our Service integrates with Google services for authentication and calendar functionality. By using these features, you acknowledge and agree that:

• Your use of Google services is subject to Google's Terms of Service and Privacy Policy
• We may access your Google profile information and calendar as described in our Privacy Policy
• You can revoke Google access at any time through your Google Account settings
• We are not responsible for Google's practices or any changes to their services

For calendar applications other than Google Calendar, integration is provided through standard iCal/ICS protocols. We are not responsible for third-party calendar application functionality.

6. Intellectual Property Rights

6.1 Our Intellectual Property

The Service, including its original content, features, functionality, and branding (excluding user-provided content), is and will remain the exclusive property of House on the Rock Port Harcourt and its licensors. This includes:

• The HOTR Calendar name, logo, and branding
• Website design, layout, and user interface
• Software code and technical implementations
• Event descriptions and church-related content

6.2 Limited License

We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and use the Service for your personal, non-commercial use, subject to these Terms.

7. Service Availability and Modifications

7.1 Availability

While we strive to provide continuous access to our Service, we do not guarantee uninterrupted availability. The Service may be temporarily unavailable due to:

• Scheduled maintenance and updates
• Technical issues or system failures
• Factors beyond our reasonable control

7.2 Modifications

We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any part of the Service at any time, with or without notice. We will make reasonable efforts to notify users of significant changes.

8. Disclaimer of Warranties

THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED ON AN "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" BASIS, WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

• Implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose
• Warranties that the Service will be uninterrupted, secure, or error-free
• Warranties regarding the accuracy or reliability of event information
• Warranties that the Service will meet your specific requirements

Event dates, times, and details are provided as a convenience and may be subject to change. Users should verify important event information through official church channels.

9. Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY NIGERIAN LAW, HOUSE ON THE ROCK PORT HARCOURT, ITS AFFILIATES, OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, OR AGENTS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR:

• Any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages
• Loss of profits, data, or other intangible losses
• Damages resulting from your use or inability to use the Service
• Damages resulting from unauthorized access to your personal data
• Damages resulting from errors, omissions, or inaccuracies in event information

This limitation applies regardless of the legal theory under which damages are claimed, whether we have been advised of the possibility of such damages, and even if a remedy set forth herein is found to have failed its essential purpose.

10. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless House on the Rock Port Harcourt, its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, and agents from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, or expenses (including reasonable legal fees) arising out of or in connection with:

• Your use of the Service
• Your violation of these Terms
• Your violation of any rights of another person or entity
• Any false or misleading information you provide

11. Termination

11.1 Your Right to Terminate

You may stop using the Service at any time by:

• Removing the calendar subscription from your calendar application
• Revoking Google access (if applicable) through your Google Account settings
• Contacting us to request deletion of your subscription

11.2 Our Right to Terminate

We may terminate or suspend your access to the Service immediately, without prior notice or liability, if you breach these Terms or for any other reason at our sole discretion.

11.3 Effect of Termination

Upon termination, your right to use the Service will immediately cease. Provisions of these Terms that should survive termination will remain in effect, including intellectual property, disclaimers, limitations of liability, and indemnification.

12. Dispute Resolution

12.1 Informal Resolution

For any dispute arising from these Terms or the Service, we encourage you to first contact us directly to seek an informal resolution. We will endeavor to resolve disputes amicably within 30 days.

12.2 Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, without regard to conflict of law principles.

12.3 Jurisdiction

Any legal action or proceeding arising out of these Terms or the Service shall be brought exclusively in the courts of competent jurisdiction located in Rivers State, Nigeria. You consent to the jurisdiction of such courts and waive any objection to venue in such courts.

13. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is held to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect. The invalid provision shall be modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it valid and enforceable while preserving its intent.

14. Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and House on the Rock Port Harcourt regarding your use of the Service. These Terms supersede any prior agreements, communications, or understandings, whether written or oral, concerning the subject matter hereof.

15. Changes to These Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. When we make changes, we will:

• Update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page
• Post the revised Terms on this page
• For significant changes, provide notice through the Service or via email (if available)

Your continued use of the Service after any modifications indicates your acceptance of the updated Terms. We encourage you to review these Terms periodically.

16. Contact Information

If you have any questions, concerns, or feedback about these Terms of Service, please contact us:

17. Acknowledgment

BY USING OUR SERVICE, YOU ACKNOWLEDGE THAT YOU HAVE READ, UNDERSTOOD, AND AGREE TO BE BOUND BY THESE TERMS OF SERVICE AND OUR PRIVACY POLICY.