Terms of Service

Terms of Service

1. Introduction

Welcome to SOCOA’s Terms of Service (“Terms”). These Terms govern your access to and use of our website, services, and any related content or features provided by SOCOA (“Services”). By accessing or using our Services, you agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use our Services.

Our mission is to protect children from the harmful effects of online pornography by driving the creation and enforcement of effective, accountable legislation. We aim to expose the failings of current approaches, advocate for global system-wide solutions that cannot be bypassed, and ensure that age verification is no longer left in the hands of the very industry it seeks to regulate.

2. Eligibility

To use our Services, you must:

  • Be at least 13 years of age. If you are under 18, you must have the consent of a parent or legal guardian to use our Services.
  • Not be restricted from using our Services under applicable law or by any other agreement.
  • Comply with these Terms and all applicable local, national, and international laws and regulations.

3. User Accounts

3.1 Account Creation

To access certain features of our Services, you may need to create an account. You agree to:

  • Provide accurate, current, and complete information during registration.
  • Maintain the security of your account credentials and notify us immediately of any unauthorized access or use.
  • Be responsible for all activities conducted under your account.

3.2 Account Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your account at our discretion, including for violations of these Terms, illegal activities, or behavior that harms our community or mission.

4. Use of Services

4.1 Permitted Use

You may use our Services for lawful purposes consistent with our mission to advocate for child protection and effective legislation against online pornography. You agree to:

  • Use the Services in a manner that respects the rights and safety of others.
  • Engage with our content, campaigns, and advocacy tools in good faith.

4.2 Prohibited Conduct

You agree not to:

  • Use the Services to engage in illegal activities or promote harmful content.
  • Attempt to bypass, disable, or interfere with any security or age verification features.
  • Post, share, or distribute content that is defamatory, obscene, or violates the rights of others.
  • Use automated tools (e.g., bots, scrapers) to access or collect data from our Services without permission.
  • Misrepresent your identity or affiliation with any person or organization.

5. Content Ownership and Intellectual Property

5.1 SOCOA Content

All content provided by SOCOA, including text, graphics, logos, and advocacy materials, is owned by or licensed to SOCOA and protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, or modify our content without prior written consent.

5.2 User-Generated Content

If you submit content to our Services (e.g., comments, feedback, or campaign contributions), you:

  • Grant SOCOA a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, and distribute your content for purposes consistent with our mission.
  • Represent that your content does not infringe on the rights of others or violate applicable laws.

We reserve the right to remove or modify user-generated content that violates these Terms or is inconsistent with our mission.

6. Donations and Payments

6.1 Contributions

SOCOA may accept donations to support our advocacy efforts. All donations are processed through secure third-party payment processors. By making a donation, you agree to:

  • Provide accurate payment information.
  • Comply with the terms of our payment processors.

6.2 No Refunds

Donations and other payments are non-refundable unless required by applicable law.

7. Third-Party Links and Services

Our Services may include links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the content, practices, or availability of these third parties. Your interactions with third-party services are governed by their respective terms and policies.

8. Disclaimer of Warranties

Our Services are provided “as is” and “as available” without warranties of any kind, express or implied, including but not limited to:

  • The accuracy or completeness of content provided.
  • The availability or uninterrupted operation of our Services.
  • The effectiveness of any advocacy outcomes or legislative changes.

SOCOA disclaims all liability for any errors or omissions in the Services to the fullest extent permitted by law.

9. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, SOCOA, its affiliates, and its representatives will not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from:

  • Your use of or inability to use our Services.
  • Unauthorized access to or loss of your data.
  • Actions or content of third parties, including users or linked websites.

Our total liability to you will not exceed the amount you paid to us, if any, for the Services.

10. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless SOCOA, its affiliates, and representatives from any claims, damages, or expenses (including legal fees) arising from:

  • Your violation of these Terms.
  • Your use of the Services in a manner inconsistent with our mission.
  • Your infringement of any third-party rights.

11. Termination

We may terminate or suspend your access to the Services at any time, with or without notice, for any reason, including violation of these Terms. Upon termination:

  • Your right to use the Services will cease immediately.
  • Any provisions of these Terms that by their nature should survive termination (e.g., ownership, liability, indemnification) will remain in effect.

12. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

These Terms are governed by the laws applicable in the jurisdiction of England and Wales. Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of the Services will be resolved through:

  • Informal Negotiation: You agree to first attempt to resolve disputes by contacting us at protectchildren@rossk123.sg-host.com.
  • Independent Mediation or Arbitration: If a dispute cannot be resolved informally, it will be referred to an independent and mutually agreed dispute resolution service or qualified mediator/arbitrator. The process will be conducted fairly and transparently in accordance with recognised international standards.

You waive your right to participate in class actions or collective arbitration.

13. Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time to reflect changes in our Services, mission, or legal requirements. We will notify you of significant changes by posting the updated Terms on our website with a revised “Last Updated” date or by other means, such as email, where required. Continued use of the Services after such changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated Terms.

14. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or feedback regarding these Terms or our Services, please contact us at:

Last Updated: November 10, 2025