Terms of Use

Introduction

Welcome to curateer.com ("Website" or "Curateer"), owned and operated by Lead the Social OÜ ("Company"). These Terms of Use govern your access to and use of the Website. By using Curateer, you acknowledge and agree to abide by these terms.Curateer is a platform that curates, organizes, and contextualizes third-party knowledge to enhance its accessibility, relevance, and usability. The Website does not claim ownership of the third-party content it references, nor does it sell access to original materials that belong to others. Instead, it provides structured insights and curated experiences that add meaningful value, making knowledge more navigable and impactful.These Terms outline your rights and responsibilities when using the Website, including how Curateer interacts with third-party content and services.For specific details, please refer to the relevant sections below.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using Curateer, you agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms of Use. If you do not agree with these terms, please discontinue use of the Website immediately.

2. Intellectual Property

All original content on Curateer, including but not limited to text, images, graphics, and other materials created by the Company, is the exclusive property of Lead the Social OÜ ("Company"), its original authors within the Company, or its licensors and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. While the Company holds ownership over original content produced under its name, this does not override the moral rights of individual creators, including their right to be recognized as the original authors of their work.The Company encourages the fair distribution of its original content in good faith, provided that:- The content is shared without alterations that misrepresent or distort its meaning.
- Proper credit is given to Curateer, with a clear and visible reference to the original source.
- The distribution does not imply an endorsement or affiliation that does not exist.No content from the Website may be commercially reproduced, republished, or otherwise exploited without prior written permission from the rightful owner, whether that is the Company or the original author.

3. Linked Content and Third-Party Websites

Curateer may contain titles, links, and references to content hosted on third-party websites. The Company does not claim ownership of these materials, which remain the property of their respective owners. These materials are shared in good faith, with the sole aim of providing the best possible experience for a general audience and contributing to the distribution of knowledge and information.While Curateer does not restrict, sell, or monetize access to any original information or content that belongs to a third party, the Website does engage in curation, organization, and contextualization of third-party knowledge. This process involves independent effort, analysis, and expertise to enhance the accessibility, relevance, and usability of content. Curated materials are not simple redistributions of third-party content but original intellectual efforts that add structure, insight, and meaningful value.As such, access to curated content or services derived from third-party knowledge may be monetized or limited. This reflects the Website’s commitment to making knowledge and content more meaningful and accessible through the principles of curation, rather than merely aggregating or republishing third-party materials.The Company is not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or terms of those third-party websites. Users are encouraged to review the terms and policies of external websites before engaging with them and to respect the rights and efforts of the copyright holders of linked content.Lead the Social OÜ bears no liability, express or implied, for any intellectual property infringement in the linked content while making every effort to prevent its actions from contributing to unauthorized distribution. If you are a copyright holder and believe your content has been improperly linked or shared, please contact us at [email protected], and we will address your concerns promptly.

4. User Conduct

You agree not to engage in any activity that could harm, disable, or impair Curateer, hinder its content, interfere with other users, or violate any laws. Prohibited activities include, but are not limited to:- Attempting to hack and/or access restricted areas and/or databases of copyrighted or curated material.
- Posting spam, malware, or offensive content.

5. Disclaimer of Liability

Curateer and its content are provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis. The Company makes no warranties, express or implied, including but not limited to those of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement. The Company shall not be liable for any damages resulting from your use of the Website, including interruptions caused by events beyond the Company’s control (e.g., natural disasters or cyberattacks).

6. Third-Party Infrastructure and Data Practices

The website may rely on third-party services or infrastructure (e.g., hosting platforms, analytics tools) that use cookies or tracking technologies that interact with visitors of Curateer.The company does not own or control these third-party services and is not responsible for any data they collect or process. Visitors concerned about their data should review the respective privacy policies of these providers for more details.When reviewing the privacy policies of these third-party services, visitors should note that some provisions—such as those related to account registration, payment processing, or direct data collection—apply only to the company (Lead the Social OÜ) and its shareholders as customers of these services, not to visitors of curateer.com. Visitors are encouraged to focus on sections concerning cookies, tracking, and data collection relevant to their browsing activity.For reference, users may review the policies of key third-party services used by curateer.com:
- Google Analytics Terms of Service
- Carrd.co Terms of Use
- Notion.so Terms and Privacy
- Kit.com Terms of Service
- Substack.com Terms of Use

7. Governing Law and International Use

These Terms of Use are governed by the laws of Republic of Estonia. Any disputes shall be resolved in the courts of Estonia. Users accessing Curateer from other jurisdictions are responsible for ensuring compliance with local laws.

8. Termination of Access

The Company reserves the right to terminate or restrict access to Curateer at its sole discretion, without notice, for any reason, including but not limited to violations of these Terms of Use.

9. Changes to Terms

The Company reserves the right to update or modify these Terms of Use at any time without prior notice. Continued use of Curateer after changes constitutes acceptance of the revised terms.

10. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

11. Contact Information

For any questions about these Terms of Use, please contact us at [email protected].

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