We at Automattic are committed to making the web a better place. Our range of products and services includes everything from website publishing tools, e-commerce solutions, and security backup systems, to management tools for distributed teams. We hope you enjoy using our offerings as much as we enjoy creating them.
These Terms of Service (“Terms”) outline our commitments to you, and your rights and responsibilities when using our services. Please review them carefully and contact us if you have any questions. If you disagree with any of these Terms, please refrain from using our services.
1. Who’s Who
“You” refers to anyone using our services, whether for personal or business purposes. If you use our services on behalf of another person or entity, you confirm that you are authorized to accept these Terms on their behalf. By using our services, you are agreeing to comply with these Terms.
2. Your Account
When using our services that require an account, you agree to provide accurate and up-to-date information to maintain effective communication with us. You are solely responsible for any activity on your account and must ensure your account security.
3. Minimum Age Requirements
Our services are not intended for children under 13 (or 16 in the European Economic Area). You may use our services only if you can legally form a binding contract with us.
4. Responsibility of Visitors and Users
You are solely responsible for the content you post or make available through our services. We do not endorse or control any third-party content, and we are not liable for any issues arising from your use of such content.
5. Fees, Payment, and Renewal
If you use paid services, you agree to the specified fees and payment terms, including any recurring charges for subscriptions. We may change these fees at any time, and you are responsible for paying any applicable taxes. Subscription renewals are automatic unless you cancel before the renewal date.
6. Feedback
We welcome your feedback and ideas, and by submitting them, you agree that we can use them without restriction or compensation.
7. General Representation and Warranty
You agree that your use of our services will comply with all applicable laws and regulations. You also agree not to engage in any illegal activities or infringe on intellectual property rights.
8. Specific Service Terms
For services like website creation, blogging, and e-commerce solutions, you retain ownership of the content you create and share. You grant us a non-exclusive license to use, modify, and display your content solely to provide and improve our services.