Effective Date: 26.01.2025

Welcome to DebatePoint.net (referred to as “we,” “our,” or “us”). By accessing or using our website at https://www.debatepoint.net (the “Website”), you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with these terms, please do not use our Website.

These Terms and Conditions govern your use of our Website, services, and any content, including discussions, debates, and user-generated content. We may update these Terms and Conditions from time to time, so we recommend reviewing them regularly.

1. Use of the Website

By using this Website, you agree to the following:

• You must be at least 13 years old to use this Website. If you are under 13 years old, you may not use the Website.
• You agree to use this Website only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms and Conditions.
• You are responsible for your own actions on this Website, including the content you post, comments you make, and any interactions you engage in.

2. User Accounts and Registration

• To participate in certain areas of the Website (e.g., posting comments, creating debates, etc.), you may need to create an account. You agree to provide accurate and complete information during registration and to keep your account information updated.
• You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and for all activities that occur under your account.
• If you suspect any unauthorized use of your account, you should notify us immediately at https://www.debatepoint.net/Contact.

3. User Content

• Posting Content: You may post content, including comments and debate topics, on our Website. By posting content, you grant DebatePoint.net a worldwide, royalty-free, transferable, and sublicensable license to use, display, and distribute your content across the Website and any associated services.
• Content Ownership: You retain ownership of the content you post, but by posting it on our Website, you grant us the necessary rights to use and display it.
• Prohibited Content: You agree not to post any content that:
• Is unlawful, defamatory, obscene, or infringes upon the rights of others.
• Contains viruses, malware, or any harmful code.
• Violates any applicable laws, including data protection and privacy laws.
• We reserve the right to remove any content that violates these terms or is deemed inappropriate at our sole discretion.

4. Forum and Debate Participation

You are encouraged to engage in debates and discussions on the Website. However, all debates and discussions must be respectful and follow our Community Guidelines.

• Debates and Opinions: The opinions expressed by users are those of the individuals and do not necessarily reflect the views of DebatePoint.net. We are not responsible for the content posted by users in debates or comments.
• Moderation: We reserve the right to moderate and remove posts, comments, or debates that violate our guidelines, disrupt the flow of discussion, or are deemed inappropriate.

5. Advertising and Third-Party Links

• Advertisements: We may display advertisements on the Website through third-party networks, including Google AdSense. These advertisements are not endorsed or controlled by DebatePoint.net, and we are not responsible for their content.
• Third-Party Links: Our Website may contain links to third-party websites or services. We do not endorse or take responsibility for the content of these external sites. Use of these sites is at your own risk, and we encourage you to review their terms and conditions and privacy policies.

6. Data Collection and Privacy

• By using this Website, you agree to our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal data. You understand that the Website may use cookies and other tracking technologies to enhance your experience and display personalized advertisements through services like Google AdSense.
• You also agree to our Cookie Policy, which explains how we use cookies on the Website and provides options for managing your cookie preferences.

7. Disclaimer of Warranties

• DebatePoint.net is provided “as is” and without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. We do not warrant that the Website will be uninterrupted, error-free, or free from viruses or other harmful components.
• We make no representations or warranties about the accuracy, reliability, or completeness of the content on the Website.

8. Limitation of Liability

• To the maximum extent permitted by law, DebatePoint.net and its affiliates, partners, and employees will not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising from your use or inability to use the Website, including any loss of data or content.

9. Termination

• Termination of Access: We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access to the Website at any time, without notice, for any reason, including if we believe you have violated these Terms and Conditions.
• Effect of Termination: Upon termination, you must immediately cease using the Website and its services. Any content you have posted on the Website may also be removed.

10. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

• These Terms and Conditions are governed by the laws of the jurisdiction in which DebatePoint.net is registered.
• Any disputes arising from the use of the Website or these Terms and Conditions will be resolved through arbitration in the jurisdiction in which we are based.

11. Changes to These Terms and Conditions

We may update these Terms and Conditions from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated Effective Date. We encourage you to review this page periodically to stay informed about the terms governing your use of the Website.

12. Contact Us

• If you have any questions or concerns about these Terms and Conditions, please contact us via the Contact Page on our Website.
• By using DebatePoint.net (https://www.debatepoint.net), you agree to these Terms and Conditions.