Terms of Use

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using the Cradepsits website (cradepsits.com), registering for our programmes, or using any of our services, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use our website or services.

These Terms of Use constitute a legally binding agreement between you and Cradepsits Ltd ("we," "us," or "our"), a company registered in Ireland (Company No: 765432) with its registered office at 7, Odeon House, Eyre Square, Galway, H91 CP5T, Ireland.

Please read these Terms of Use carefully before using our website or services. These terms should be read in conjunction with our Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy, which are incorporated by reference into these Terms of Use.

2. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms of Use at any time. We will notify users of any material changes by posting the new Terms of Use on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page. Your continued use of the website or services after any such changes constitutes your acceptance of the new Terms of Use.

It is your responsibility to review these Terms of Use periodically to stay informed of updates. If you do not agree with the revised terms, you should discontinue your use of our website and services.

3. Access and Use of the Website

3.1 General Use Restrictions

You agree to use our website and services only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms of Use. You agree not to:

• Use the website in any way that violates any applicable local, national, or international law or regulation
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to, interfere with, damage, or disrupt any parts of the website, the server on which the website is stored, or any server, computer, or database connected to the website
• Attack the website via a denial-of-service attack or a distributed denial-of-service attack
• Use any robot, spider, or other automatic device, process, or means to access the website for any purpose, including monitoring or copying any of the material on the website
• Introduce any viruses, Trojan horses, worms, logic bombs, or other malicious or technologically harmful material
• Impersonate or attempt to impersonate Cradepsits, an Cradepsits employee, another user, or any other person or entity

3.2 Accessibility

We are committed to making our website accessible to all users. If you experience any difficulties accessing our website or services, please contact us using the information provided in the Contact Information section.

3.3 Website Availability

We do not guarantee that our website, or any content on it, will always be available or be uninterrupted. We may suspend, withdraw, discontinue, or change all or any part of our website without notice. We will not be liable if for any reason our website is unavailable at any time or for any period.

4. User Accounts

4.1 Account Creation

Some areas of our website or services may require you to create an account. When you create an account, you agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and for all activities that occur under your account.

4.2 Account Security

You agree to:

• Immediately notify us of any unauthorized use of your account or any other breach of security
• Ensure that you exit from your account at the end of each session when accessing the website from a shared computer
• Use reasonable efforts to prevent unauthorized access to your account

4.3 Account Termination

We reserve the right to disable any user account, at any time, in our sole discretion, if we believe that you have violated any of the provisions of these Terms of Use or if your account shows signs of suspicious activity.

5. Programme Registration and Attendance

5.1 Registration

When registering for our educational programmes, workshops, or other events, you agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information. Registration is subject to availability and may require payment of fees.

5.2 Fees and Payment

Programme fees are as stated on our website or in our programme materials, unless otherwise agreed in writing. All fees are in Euro (€) and include applicable taxes unless otherwise stated. Payment must be made in full at the time of registration unless an installment plan has been explicitly agreed upon.

5.3 Cancellation and Refunds

Our cancellation and refund policy for programmes is as follows:

• Cancellations made more than 30 days before the programme start date will receive a full refund minus a €50 administrative fee.
• Cancellations made between 14-30 days before the programme start date will receive a 50% refund.
• Cancellations made less than 14 days before the programme start date are non-refundable.
• In exceptional circumstances (such as serious illness or bereavement), we may, at our discretion, offer a transfer to another programme or a partial refund.

All cancellation requests must be made in writing to education@cradepsits.com.

5.4 Programme Changes

We reserve the right to make changes to programme content, dates, venues, or instructors where necessary. In the event of significant changes, registered participants will be notified as soon as possible. If we cancel a programme, participants will be offered a full refund or the option to transfer to another programme.

5.5 Participant Conduct

When attending our programmes, workshops, or events, you agree to:

• Follow all safety instructions and guidelines provided by instructors
• Use materials, tools, and equipment properly and as directed
• Respect the rights and dignity of other participants and instructors
• Avoid any behavior that could disrupt the learning environment

We reserve the right to remove participants who engage in disruptive, dangerous, or inappropriate behavior, with no refund.

5.6 Health and Safety

Participants are required to inform us of any health conditions or accessibility requirements that may affect their participation in our programmes. For practical workshops involving tools or materials, participants may be required to wear appropriate safety equipment, which will be specified in pre-programme information.

6. Intellectual Property and Content

6.1 Ownership

The website and its entire contents, features, and functionality (including but not limited to all information, software, text, displays, images, video, audio, and the design, selection, and arrangement thereof) are owned by Cradepsits Ltd, its licensors, or other providers of such material and are protected by Irish and international copyright, trademark, patent, trade secret, and other intellectual property or proprietary rights laws.

6.2 License to Use

We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to access and use our website and content for personal, non-commercial purposes. This license does not include:

• The right to reproduce, distribute, display, perform, or create derivative works from our content
• The right to use any data mining, robots, or similar data gathering and extraction methods
• Any use of the website or its content for commercial purposes
• Access or use of our content for any illegal purpose

6.3 Programme Materials

Materials provided as part of our educational programmes (including handouts, presentations, workbooks, and digital resources) are protected by copyright. Participants may use these materials for their personal educational purposes but may not reproduce, distribute, display, perform, or create derivative works from these materials without our express written permission.

6.4 User Content

If you submit, upload, or share any content on our website or as part of our programmes (such as comments, feedback, or project photos), you grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual, irrevocable, and fully sublicensable right to use, reproduce, modify, adapt, publish, translate, create derivative works from, distribute, and display such content throughout the world in any media.

You represent and warrant that:

• You own or control all rights to the content you submit
• The content does not infringe upon any third-party intellectual property or other rights
• The content is accurate and not misleading
• The content does not violate these Terms of Use or any applicable law

6.5 Copyright Infringement

If you believe that any content on our website infringes upon your copyright, please contact us with the following information:

• A physical or electronic signature of the copyright owner or a person authorized to act on their behalf
• Identification of the copyrighted work claimed to have been infringed
• Identification of the material that is claimed to be infringing
• Your contact information, including address, telephone number, and email address
• A statement that you have a good-faith belief that the use is not authorized by the copyright owner
• A statement, under penalty of perjury, that the information in the notification is accurate and that you are authorized to act on behalf of the copyright owner

7. Third-Party Links and Content

7.1 Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites or services that are not owned or controlled by Cradepsits Ltd. We have no control over, and assume no responsibility for, the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party websites or services.

These links are provided solely for your convenience and do not imply any endorsement or affiliation with the linked site. We strongly advise you to read the terms and conditions and privacy policies of any third-party websites or services that you visit.

7.2 Third-Party Content

Our website and programmes may include content provided by third parties, including materials from other users and organizations. All statements and/or opinions expressed in such third-party content are solely the opinions and the responsibility of the person or entity providing those materials. These materials do not necessarily reflect the opinion of Cradepsits Ltd.

7.3 Reference to Products or Services

References to specific products, processes, or services by trade name, trademark, manufacturer, or otherwise, do not necessarily constitute or imply endorsement, recommendation, or favoring by Cradepsits Ltd.

8. Disclaimers and Limitations of Liability

8.1 Disclaimer of Warranties

Our website and all content, materials, information, services, and products provided through the website are provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis, without any warranties of any kind, either express or implied.

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, we disclaim all warranties, express or implied, including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, title, and non-infringement.

We do not warrant that:

• The website will function uninterrupted, secure, or available at any particular time or location
• Any errors or defects will be corrected
• The website is free of viruses or other harmful components
• The results of using the website will meet your requirements

8.2 Technical Information Disclaimer

The technical information, guidance, and practical advice provided on our website and in our educational materials is offered in good faith based on current professional knowledge and best practices. However, building conservation and historic building work involves inherent risks and requires professional judgment.

We do not accept responsibility for any actions taken based on the information provided in our content or programmes. Users should always:

• Consult qualified professionals before undertaking conservation work
• Comply with relevant building regulations and obtain appropriate permissions
• Consider the specific requirements of individual historic buildings
• Assess the risks associated with any conservation techniques or materials

8.3 Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, in no event shall Cradepsits Ltd, its directors, officers, employees, agents, partners, or suppliers be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including without limitation, loss of profits, data, use, goodwill, or other intangible losses, resulting from:

• Your access to or use of or inability to access or use the website or services
• Any content obtained from the website
• Unauthorized access, use, or alteration of your transmissions or content
• Any actions we take or fail to take as a result of communications you send to us
• Any errors or omissions in the website's technical operation
• Any damage to any user's computer, mobile device, or other equipment or technology

In no event shall our total liability to you for all claims exceed the amount paid by you, if any, for accessing our website or using our services during the 12 months preceding your claim.

8.4 Workshop and Practical Training Risks

Participation in practical workshops and training involves inherent risks associated with working with tools, materials, and historic buildings. While we implement appropriate safety measures, participants assume all risks associated with these activities. By registering for our programmes, participants acknowledge these risks and agree to follow all safety instructions.

9. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Cradepsits Ltd, its directors, officers, employees, agents, and suppliers from and against all losses, expenses, damages, and costs, including reasonable attorneys' fees, resulting from any violation of these Terms of Use or any activity related to your account (including negligent or wrongful conduct) by you or any other person accessing the website using your account.

10. Termination

We may terminate or suspend your access to all or part of our website or services, without notice, for any conduct that we, in our sole discretion, believe violates these Terms of Use, infringes any intellectual property rights, or is harmful to the interests of other users, third parties, or us.

Upon termination, your right to use the website and services will immediately cease. If you wish to terminate your account, you may simply discontinue using the website, or contact us to request account deletion.

All provisions of the Terms of Use which by their nature should survive termination shall survive termination, including, without limitation, ownership provisions, warranty disclaimers, indemnity, and limitations of liability.

11. Governing Law

These Terms of Use and any dispute or claim arising out of or in connection with them or their subject matter (including non-contractual disputes or claims) shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Ireland.

Any legal proceedings relating to these Terms of Use or your use of our website or services shall be brought exclusively in the courts of Ireland, and you consent to the jurisdiction of such courts.

12. Severability

If any provision of these Terms of Use is held by a court or other tribunal of competent jurisdiction to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable for any reason, such provision shall be eliminated or limited to the minimum extent such that the remaining provisions of the Terms of Use will continue in full force and effect.

13. Contact Information

If you have any questions about these Terms of Use, please contact us at: