Last Updated: September 30, 2024

Welcome to Self Care Untamed (the “Blog”, “we”, “our” or “us”), located at www.selfcareuntamed.com. Please read these Terms and Conditions carefully before using the Blog. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use the Blog. By accessing and using this Blog, you accept and agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions, which form a legally binding agreement between you and Self Care Untamed. Your continued use of the Blog after changes are posted will constitute your acceptance of those changes.

1.  Introduction

Self Care Untamed (www.selfcareuntamed.com) is an online platform created to provide content and resources on self-care, mental health, chronic illness, travel, and freelancing. The Blog is intended to inspire and inform readers, sharing personal experiences, tips, and insights into living a balanced and fulfilling life.

2. Use of the Website

By accessing or using the Blog, you agree to use the Blog in a lawful, respectful, and responsible manner. The Blog is intended to provide informative content for personal use, and any other use is strictly prohibited without prior written consent from Self Care Untamed.

Permitted Use

You are granted a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to access and use the Blog for your personal, non-commercial use. This includes:

●  Viewing and reading the blog posts, articles, and other materials published on the Blog.

●  Sharing blog content via social media or other personal channels, provided proper attribution is given to Self Care Untamed and links to the original content are included.

●  Submitting comments or feedback in accordance with our Comments Policy, and engaging with other users in a respectful manner.

Prohibited Use

When using the Blog, you agree not to engage in or promote any activities that may harm the Blog, its users, or its reputation. The following actions are strictly prohibited:

●  Commercial Use: You may not use the Blog or its content for commercial purposes without prior written consent. This includes, but is not limited to, reproducing, selling, or redistributing blog content for monetary gain or promotional purposes.

●  Unauthorized Access: Attempting to gain unauthorized access to any part of the Blog, server, or connected database is strictly prohibited. This includes hacking, password mining, or any other means of unauthorized access to our systems.

●  Disruption: You may not interfere with the operation of the Blog or impose an unreasonable or disproportionately large load on our servers or infrastructure. This includes introducing viruses, malware, or any other technology that could harm or disrupt the Blog’s functionality.

●  Data Scraping and Harvesting: You may not engage in any form of automated data collection (e.g., scraping, crawling, or harvesting) of the content or personal information of other users, except as expressly permitted by the Blog's robots.txt file or other similar exclusionary protocols.

●  Defamation and Harmful Content: You may not post or transmit any content that is defamatory, libelous, abusive, harassing, threatening, obscene, fraudulent, misleading, offensive, or otherwise unlawful. This includes content that promotes discrimination, hatred, or violence against any group or individual based on race, religion, gender, nationality, disability, or any other characteristic.

●  Illegal Activity: You may not use the Blog to engage in any unlawful activities or to encourage others to engage in illegal conduct. This includes, but is not limited to, activities that violate intellectual property laws, defamation laws, or any other applicable regulations.

Consequences of Prohibited Use

We reserve the right to restrict, suspend, or terminate your access to the Blog without notice if you are found to be engaging in prohibited activities or violating these Terms and Conditions. In such cases, we may also pursue legal action or report your activities to relevant authorities if your actions are deemed unlawful.

Fair Use

While you are welcome to share or reference our content, this must be done in accordance with the principles of fair use. Attribution must be given to Self Care Untamed, and no content may be modified, misrepresented, or repurposed without prior permission. Additionally, no substantial portion of the Blog’s content may be reproduced in any form without express consent.

3.  Intellectual Property

All content, materials, and intellectual property found on the Blog, including but not limited to articles, blog posts, images, graphics, logos, trademarks, videos, audio recordings, design elements, layout, and any other material (collectively, the “Content”), are the exclusive property of Self Care Untamed or its licensors, unless otherwise indicated. This Content is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws under both domestic and international law. All rights, titles, and interests in the Content, including intellectual property rights, remain with Self Care Untamed or its contributors, and nothing in these Terms and Conditions transfers any ownership rights to you.

You are granted a limited, revocable, non-transferable, non-exclusive license to access and view the Content for personal, non-commercial purposes. Any other use of the Content without prior written permission from Self Care Untamed is strictly prohibited.

Prohibited Use

Without the express prior written consent of Self Care Untamed, you may not:

●  Reproduce or Distribute: You are not permitted to copy, reproduce, modify, distribute, republish, download, display, post, transmit, or create derivative works of any part of the Blog’s Content for commercial purposes.

●  Commercial Use: You may not use any part of the Blog’s Content for commercial purposes, including selling, licensing, or distributing the Content, without prior written permission.

●  Modify or Alter: You may not modify, edit, or alter any part of the Content, including altering images, graphics, or text.

●  Use of Trademarks: You may not use the trademarks, logos, or branding associated with Self Care Untamed without express written permission. Any unauthorized use of these elements constitutes trademark infringement and is strictly prohibited.

Third-Party Intellectual Property

The Blog may contain content, including articles, images, or other materials, that are licensed or attributed to third parties. These third-party materials remain the property of their respective owners and are subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable licenses. The use of any third-party intellectual property without permission from the respective owner is prohibited.

Requests for Permission

If you would like to use any part of the Blog’s Content beyond what is permitted under these Terms and Conditions, please contact Self Care Untamed at selfcareuntamed@gmail.com to request written permission. Permission may be granted on a case-by-case basis at the sole discretion of Self Care Untamed, and any such permission will be subject to additional terms and conditions, including but not limited to licensing fees or restrictions on use.

4. User Generated Comments

Self Care Untamed may provide opportunities for users to engage with the Blog through comments, feedback, or other interactive features (collectively, “User-Generated Content”). By submitting User-Generated Content on the Blog, you agree to the following terms:

Responsibility for Content

You are solely responsible for the User-Generated Content you submit to the Blog. This includes ensuring that the content is lawful, accurate, and does not infringe the rights of others. By submitting content, you represent and warrant that:

●  The content does not violate any applicable laws or regulations.

●  The content does not infringe any intellectual property, privacy, publicity, or other rights of any third party.

●  The content is not defamatory, obscene, harmful, threatening, or otherwise objectionable.

Prohibited Content

You agree that you will not submit any User-Generated Content that:

●  Contains unlawful, harmful, or offensive material.

●  Promotes violence, discrimination, or hatred against individuals or groups based on race, religion, gender, nationality, disability, or any other characteristic.

●  Contains unsolicited advertising, spam, or other forms of commercial solicitation.

●  Impersonates another person or misrepresents your affiliation with any individual or entity.

●  Violates the privacy of others by disclosing personal or confidential information without consent.

Moderation and Removal

Self Care Untamed reserves the right to monitor, review, and moderate all User-Generated Content. We may, at our discretion, edit, remove, or refuse to display any content that violates these Terms and Conditions or that we consider inappropriate for any reason, without notice.

However, we do not undertake to review all User-Generated Content, and we are not responsible for the accuracy, reliability, or legality of any content submitted by users.

License to Use User-Generated Content

By submitting User-Generated Content to the Blog, you grant Self Care Untamed a non-exclusive, perpetual, irrevocable, royalty-free, worldwide license to use, reproduce, modify, distribute, display, and publish the content in any form, media, or technology now known or later developed. This license includes the right to create derivative works and to use the content for any purpose, including promotional and marketing activities.

You acknowledge that your User-Generated Content may be shared publicly, and you waive any rights to review or approve its use. You also agree that Self Care Untamed is under no obligation to provide attribution to you when using your content.

No Endorsement

The views and opinions expressed in User-Generated Content are those of the individual authors and do not reflect the views of Self Care Untamed or its contributors. We do not endorse or assume any responsibility for the accuracy, completeness, or usefulness of any User-Generated Content posted on the Blog.

Termination of Rights

We reserve the right to revoke your ability to submit User-Generated Content at any time, without prior notice, for any reason, including if you violate these Terms and Conditions.

5. DMCA Notice

If you are a copyright owner or an authorized agent acting on behalf of a copyright owner, and you believe that your work has been copied or used in a way that violates your copyright, please provide us with a written DMCA Takedown Notice containing the following information:

●  Identification of the copyrighted work: Provide a detailed description of the copyrighted work that you believe has been infringed. If your complaint involves multiple copyrighted works, you may provide a representative list of those works.

●  Identification of the infringing material: Clearly identify the material you claim is infringing and provide sufficient information to help us locate it on the Blog. This typically includes the specific URL(s) where the infringing content is located.

●  Your contact information: Include your name, mailing address, telephone number, and a valid email address so that we can contact you if necessary.

●  A statement of good faith: Include a statement that you have a good faith belief that the use of the copyrighted material in the manner complained of is not authorized by the copyright owner, its agent, or the law.

●  A statement of accuracy: Include a statement, under penalty of perjury, that the information contained in your DMCA Takedown Notice is accurate and that you are the copyright owner or an authorized agent of the copyright owner.

●  Signature: Include your electronic or physical signature. If you are submitting the notice electronically, your typed name will suffice as a signature.

DMCA Takedown Notices should be sent to:

Self Care Untamed
P.O. Box 6755, Tampa, Florida 33608
selfcareuntamed@gmail.com

Please note that if you knowingly misrepresent that material on the Blog is infringing, you may be held liable for damages (including costs and legal fees) under Section 512(f) of the DMCA.

Review and Removal Process

Upon receiving a valid DMCA Takedown Notice, Self Care Untamed will:

●  Review the notice to ensure it complies with the requirements of the DMCA.

●  Promptly remove or disable access to the allegedly infringing material.

●  Notify the person who posted the allegedly infringing content of the removal and provide them with a copy of the DMCA Takedown Notice.

Filing a Counter-Notice

If you believe that the material you posted on the Blog was wrongly removed as a result of a mistake or misidentification, you may file a DMCA Counter-Notice with Self Care Untamed. The Counter-Notice must include the following:

●  Identification of the material: Identify the material that has been removed or disabled and provide the location (URL) where the material appeared before it was removed.

●  Your contact information: Provide your name, mailing address, telephone number, and email address.

●  Statement of good faith: Include a statement, under penalty of perjury, that you have a good faith belief that the material was removed or disabled as a result of a mistake or misidentification of the material.

●  Consent to jurisdiction: Include a statement that you consent to the jurisdiction of the Federal District Court for the judicial district in which your address is located (or if outside of the United States, you consent to the jurisdiction of any judicial district in which Self Care Untamed may be found), and that you will accept service of process from the party who filed the original DMCA Takedown Notice or their agent.

●  Signature: Your electronic or physical signature.

Counter-Notices should be sent to:

Self Care Untamed
P.O. Box 6755, Tampa, Florida 33608
selfcareuntamed@gmail.com

Upon receiving a valid Counter-Notice, Self Care Untamed will:

●  Forward the Counter-Notice to the original claimant who submitted the DMCA Takedown Notice.

●  Restore the removed material within 10-14 business days unless the original claimant files a lawsuit seeking a court order to prevent the material from being restored.

Repeat Infringers

In accordance with the DMCA and other applicable laws, Self Care Untamed maintains a policy of terminating, in appropriate circumstances and at our sole discretion, users who are deemed to be repeat infringers. If you believe that a user is a repeat infringer, please provide us with sufficient information to verify the repeated infringements.

6. Privacy Policy

Your use of the Blog is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which describes how we collect, use, and protect information about users. By using the Blog, you agree to our Privacy Policy.

Although we do not collect personal data through account creation, we may use cookies and third-party services (such as Google Analytics) to analyze traffic and improve user experience. For more information, please review our Privacy Policy.

7. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, Self Care Untamed, its affiliates, directors, officers, employees, agents, partners, and licensors (collectively, the "Company") shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, or any other damages of any kind, arising out of or related to your use of, or inability to use, the Blog or any content provided on or through the Blog, whether based on warranty, contract, tort (including negligence), or any other legal theory, even if the Company has been advised of the possibility of such damages.

Exclusion of Certain Damages

In no event shall the Company be liable for:

●  Loss of Profits or Revenue: Any loss of profits, revenue, data, or goodwill.

●  Business Interruption: Any interruption or cessation of business or loss of business opportunities.

●  Errors or Omissions: Any errors or omissions in any content or information provided on the Blog.

Cap on Liability

If, notwithstanding the foregoing, the Company is found to be liable for any damages arising out of or related to your use of the Blog, the Company’s total liability for all claims shall be limited to the greater of:

●  The Amount Paid: The amount you paid to access the Blog in the six (6) months preceding the date the claim arose.

●  One Hundred Pounds (£100): One hundred pounds (£100), whichever is greater.

Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the Company, its affiliates, directors, officers, employees, agents, partners, and licensors from and against any and all claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, expenses (including reasonable legal fees), or demands arising out of or related to:

●  Your Use: Your use of the Blog, including any content or information obtained through the Blog.

●  User-Generated Content: Any User-Generated Content you submit or post on the Blog.

●  Violation of Terms: Your violation of these Terms and Conditions or any applicable law or regulation.

●  Third-Party Claims: Any claims made by third parties resulting from your actions or omissions.

No Liability for Third-Party Actions

The Company shall not be liable for any damages or losses resulting from any actions or omissions of third parties, including but not limited to third-party websites, service providers, or advertisers.

Force Majeure

The Company shall not be liable for any failure to perform its obligations under these Terms and Conditions if such failure is due to events or circumstances beyond its reasonable control, including but not limited to natural disasters, acts of war, terrorism, or government actions.

Jurisdiction-Specific Limitations

Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of liability for certain types of damages, so the above limitations may not apply to you. If any part of this clause is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall still apply.

8. Third Parties

The Blog may contain links to third-party websites or services that are not owned or controlled by Self Care Untamed. We have no control over, and assume no responsibility for, the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party websites. By accessing third-party links, you acknowledge and agree that Self Care Untamed is not responsible for any harm or damages arising from your use of these external websites.

The Blog may display advertisements and promotional content from third-party advertisers. These advertisements are provided by third-party networks, and we do not endorse or take responsibility for the content of these advertisements. Clicking on any advertisement may direct you to the advertiser’s website, and any interactions you have with these third-party sites are solely between you and the advertiser.

9. Termination

We reserve the right, at our sole discretion, to terminate or suspend your access to the Blog, without prior notice or liability, for any reason, including but not limited to a breach of these Terms and Conditions. All provisions of these Terms that by their nature should survive termination shall survive, including, without limitation, ownership provisions, warranty disclaimers, indemnity, and limitations of liability.

10.           Miscellaneous

Governing Law

These Terms and Conditions are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Florida, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Any disputes arising from or relating to these Terms and Conditions shall be resolved exclusively in the state or federal courts located in Florida. By using the Blog, you consent to the jurisdiction of these courts and waive any objections to venue or forum.

Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms and Conditions at any time. When we do, we will revise the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page. It is your responsibility to review the Terms and Conditions periodically to ensure that you are aware of any changes. Continued use of the Blog after any changes constitute your acceptance of the new terms.

Entire Agreement

These Terms and Conditions, together with our Privacy Policy and any other legal notices or agreements expressly incorporated by reference, constitute the entire agreement between you and Self Care Untamed regarding your use of the Blog. They supersede all prior or contemporaneous agreements, communications, and proposals, whether oral or written, between you and Self Care Untamed.

Severability

If any provision of these Terms and Conditions is found to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect. The invalid, illegal, or unenforceable provision will be deemed modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it valid and enforceable.

Waiver

No waiver of any term or condition of these Terms and Conditions will be deemed a further or continuing waiver of such term or condition or any other term or condition. Failure by Self Care Untamed to enforce any right or provision of these Terms and Conditions will not constitute a waiver of such right or provision.

Assignment

Self Care Untamed may assign or transfer its rights and obligations under these Terms and Conditions to a third party without restriction. You may not assign or transfer your rights or obligations under these Terms and Conditions without the prior written consent of Self Care Untamed.

11.            Contact Information

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

Email: selfcareuntamed@gmail.com
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 6755, Tampa, Florida 33608