1. **Introduction; Acceptance of Terms:** By using this website (“Site”), you agree to these Terms of Service, our Privacy Policy, Cookie Policy, and any other posted policies. If you do not agree, do not use the Site. Access to the Site is permitted only to users who can form legally binding contracts under Alberta law (see “Age Restrictions” below).
*Plain English:* These rules govern your use of our site. If you use the site, you accept them.
2. **Changes to Terms:** We may update these TOS at any time. If the changes are material, we will notify you (e.g. via email or site notice). Your continued use after updates means you accept the new terms.
*Plain English:* We can change the rules and will let you know important updates.
3. **Privacy and Data Use:** We collect and use personal information as described in our Privacy Policy. By using the Site and providing information (directly or via third parties), you consent to this collection and use. We only collect what is needed for legitimate purposes (e.g. account creation, purchases, analytics), and you can withdraw consent at any time by contacting us. Sensitive personal data (e.g. financial info) is never collected without explicit consent. We also use cookies and tracking technologies as described in our Cookie Policy; by continuing to use the Site, you agree to such tracking under that policy.
*Plain English:* We collect only the information we need (like name or email) and only if you agree. We explain our data use in the linked Privacy Policy, and we use cookies as noted in our Cookie Policy. You have rights under Alberta PIPA and Canadian law to know, correct, or delete your data, and to be notified if a serious breach occurs.
4. **Accounts and Age Restrictions:** To use certain features, you must register an account and provide accurate information. Accounts are personal; you must keep your password secure. You promise that you are **at least 13 years old** (or older, where required by law for certain content). Minors under 13 are not allowed to create accounts or submit any personal information. If you are between 13 and 18, you must obtain parental permission before using any paid services.
*Plain English:* You need an account for some features. You must be at least 13 (or 18 for mature content), and parents must approve if you’re a teenager.
5. **Purchases and Payment:** If the Site offers goods, digital content, or subscriptions for sale, purchases are governed by this TOS. Prices are shown in Canadian dollars and include applicable taxes. We accept payments via Ko-Fi and Stripe (or other processors listed on the site). Payment is processed by those providers; you agree to their terms, and liability is limited as per their User Agreements. We do not receive or store your payment details; those are handled securely by the payment processors.
*Plain English:* When you buy something here, it’s covered by these rules. We take payment through PayPal or Stripe. Those companies handle your card info under their own rules.
6. **Subscription and Billing:** If you subscribe to any service or membership, your payment method will be charged automatically at the recurring interval you chose. You can cancel at any time via your account settings or by contacting us at least seven days before the next billing date. Cancellations take effect next billing cycle; we do not refund partial periods already used.
*Plain English:* Subscriptions auto-renew. You must cancel ahead of time, and we don’t give prorated refunds.
7. **Refund and Return Policy:** Refunds or exchanges are not required by Alberta law, but where offered, we follow our posted Refund Policy. If a purchase qualifies for a refund, we will issue it to the original payment method within 10 business days. For digital goods or content, refunds are granted only if the product is defective or undelivered. Gift cards and coupons are final sale.
*Plain English:* Unless stated in our refund policy, all sales are final. If we agree to a refund (e.g. defective product), we will process it quickly.
8. **User Content and Conduct:** The Site may allow you to post content (e.g. comments, forum posts, images). You retain ownership of your submissions, but by posting, you grant us a worldwide license to use and display them. You agree **not** to post anything illegal: no defamation, threats, hate speech, pornography, or other prohibited content. We reserve the right to remove or edit any content that violates these rules or for any other reason.
*Plain English:* Anything you share is your responsibility. Don’t post illegal or harmful stuff. We can remove any content we think breaks our rules.
9. **Copyright and Takedowns:** We respect copyright. If you believe content on the Site infringes your copyright, contact us with a written notice. We will respond in accordance with Canadian law (we have no safe harbour like the US DMCA, but we will remove clearly infringing content once verified).
*Plain English:* If copyrighted material is used without permission, let us know. We’ll remove it if we agree it’s infringing.
10. **No Affiliation with Platforms:** We may include links or integrations with third-party platforms (Facebook, Twitter/X, Instagram, YouTube, Twitch, TikTok, BluSky, etc.). **We are not affiliated with or endorsed by these services**. If you log in via Google or follow us on social media, note that those accounts are subject to the platform’s own rules and privacy policies. Any content from those platforms is the platform’s responsibility.
*Plain English:* Our site is independent. If you use social media features (like “Log in with Google”), you’re subject to Facebook’s (or others’) rules and privacy policy, not ours. We just link to them.
11. **Prohibited Uses:** You may not use the Site for any illegal or unauthorized purpose. You agree not to bypass security measures or to interfere with site operation. Violating these rules or this TOS may lead to immediate termination of your account.
*Plain English:* Don’t hack or abuse the site or use it illegally. If you do, we can ban you.
12. **Disclaimers; No Warranty:** All content and services on the Site are provided “as is” and “as available” without warranties of any kind. We disclaim warranties of accuracy, merchantability, fitness for a purpose, non-infringement, or uninterrupted service. We are not responsible for any viruses or unauthorized actions of third-party apps.
*Plain English:* We provide the site and its info without guaranteeing anything. Use at your own risk.
13. **Limitation of Liability:** To the extent permitted by law, we (and our affiliates) will not be liable for any damages arising from your use of the Site. This includes direct, indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages (like loss of data or profits). Our liability is capped at the total amount you paid us in the last 12 months (or $100 if nothing has been paid). This does not exclude liability for gross negligence or as prohibited by law.
*Plain English:* We are not liable for most problems caused by the site. Our maximum liability is limited.
14. **Indemnification.** You agree to indemnify and hold harmless the site owner from any claims, damages or expenses (including legal fees) arising from your breach of these terms or violation of law.
*Plain English:* If you get in legal trouble because you broke these rules, you’ll cover our costs.
15. **Termination.** We may suspend or terminate your access at any time, without notice, if you violate these TOS or for other business reasons. Upon termination, your rights to use the Site immediately cease.
*Plain English:* We can terminate accounts that violate rules.
16. **Dispute Resolution and Governing Law.** These Terms are governed by the laws of Alberta, Canada. Any dispute will be resolved in Alberta courts. (Optional: *We encourage you to contact us first for dispute resolution*.)
*Plain English:* Alberta law applies, and disputes go to Alberta courts.
17. **General Terms.** These TOS constitute the entire agreement regarding the Site. If any provision is unenforceable, the remaining terms still apply. A waiver by us of any breach is not a waiver of any other breach.
*Plain English:* These are the full rules. If one rule is invalid, the rest still hold.
**Contact for Legal Notices:** Legal notices (e.g. copyright claims) should be sent to:
Sythsaz Email