Why This Exists

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Terms of Use

Last updated: January 2025

These Terms of Use ("Terms") govern your access to and use of the Why This Exists website at whythisexists.com (the "Site"). By accessing or using the Site, you agree to be bound by these Terms.

Use of the Site

You may use the Site for personal, non-commercial purposes. You agree not to:

  • Use the Site in any way that violates applicable laws or regulations
  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the Site
  • Interfere with or disrupt the Site or its servers
  • Scrape, copy, or reproduce the Site's content without permission
  • Use automated systems to access the Site in a manner that sends more requests than a human can reasonably produce

Intellectual Property

All content on the Site, including text, graphics, logos, and software, is the property of Why This Exists or its content suppliers and is protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws.

You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or create derivative works from any content on the Site without our prior written permission.

Content Accuracy

We strive to provide accurate and up-to-date information, but we make no guarantees about the completeness, reliability, or accuracy of the content on the Site. The content is provided for informational purposes only and should not be considered professional advice.

Third-Party Links

The Site may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the content or practices of these websites. Your use of third-party websites is at your own risk.

Disclaimer of Warranties

The Site is provided "as is" and "as available" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. We do not warrant that the Site will be uninterrupted, error-free, or free of viruses or other harmful components.

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Why This Exists shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising out of or relating to your use of the Site.

Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Why This Exists and its affiliates from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from your use of the Site or violation of these Terms.

Changes to Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Terms on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. Your continued use of the Site after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the modified Terms.

Governing Law

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