Last updated: November 20, 2024.
Welcome to https://exposuretherapy.ca (the “Site”), operated by Exposure Therapy. Throughout these Terms, the words “we,” “us,” and “our” refer to Exposure Therapy. By using this Site, you agree to the following terms (the “Terms”). If you don’t agree with these Terms, please don’t use the Site.
Headings
The headings in these Terms are included for convenience only and don’t affect their interpretation.
1. Disclaimer
This Site is provided on an “as-is” and “as-available” basis. We do our best to ensure the accuracy of the information, but we make no guarantees. Specifically, we don’t guarantee that the Site’s content, tools, products, or services will be uninterrupted, secure, timely, or error-free.
All content on this Site reflects the personal opinions of Paul Kounine, regardless of how factually or authoritatively it is presented. It is not professional advice, and you should verify any information before relying on it.
2. Limitation of Liability
The Site may include advice, instructions, or tips for photography, computer use, and related equipment. Exposure Therapy is not responsible for any damages resulting from actions or inactions based on this content. This includes, but isn’t limited to, direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages, or reliance on the accuracy, currency, or completeness of the information.
3. Intellectual Property and Copyright
Unless stated otherwise, all content on this Site is owned by Paul Kounine and is protected by Canadian copyright laws and international conventions. You may not copy, modify, publish, or distribute any content without prior written permission.
Trademarks
All trademarks and trade names mentioned on the Site belong to their respective owners. Their inclusion does not grant you any rights to use them without permission.
Copyright Enforcement and Licensing
If you’d like to use any content from the Site, please contact us to arrange a licence. Standard licensing fees are significantly lower than the unauthorized use fees outlined below.
4. Unauthorized Use Convenience Fee
Using any content from this Site without prior written permission means you agree to retroactively purchase a licence for the use. The convenience fee for this retroactive licence is $5,000 CAD per work, per day.
Definition of Work: A “work” refers to any individual piece of content published on this Site, including but not limited to:
- Photographs, graphics, or illustrations;
- Articles, blog posts, or other written text;
- Videos, audio files, or other media formats;
- Any part of a collection or compilation (e.g., galleries, guides, or portfolios).
This fee reflects the convenience of skipping the standard permission process and covers the costs of identifying and addressing unauthorized use.
If you prefer to avoid this fee, please contact us in advance to license content properly.
We reserve the right to pursue further legal remedies if the unauthorized use causes additional harm.
5. Privacy Policy
If you provide personal information (e.g., through contact forms or email), we handle it according to our Privacy Policy. Please review that policy to understand how we collect, store, and use your data.
6. Third-Party Information and Links
This Site may include content from third parties or links to external websites. We don’t sponsor, endorse, or take responsibility for any third-party content or websites. Use such links and information at your own risk.
7. Affiliate Disclosure
Exposure Therapy participates in affiliate programs to help maintain the Site as a free-to-access resource. If you purchase a product or service through an affiliate link, Exposure Therapy may earn a commission.
We do not receive compensation for reviews, endorsements, or recommendations unless explicitly stated.
8. Revisions to Terms
We may update these Terms from time to time. The most recent version is always available at https://exposuretherapy.ca/terms-of-use/. By continuing to use the Site, you agree to the latest version. We encourage you to check this page regularly to stay informed.
9. Limited Use
Your use of the Site is subject to the following limitations:
- You may not use the Site’s content for commercial purposes.
- You may not include the Site’s content in any product or service you create or distribute, including software or digital products.
- You may not display the Site’s content on another website or share it on a file server (e.g., using frames, framesets, iframes, or hotlinking).
10. Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of Ontario, Canada. Any disputes will be resolved exclusively in Ontario courts.
11. Severability
If any part of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining Terms will remain in effect.
12. Indemnification
By using this Site, you agree to indemnify and hold harmless Exposure Therapy, its owner, and affiliates from any claims, damages, or liabilities arising from your use of the Site or your violation of these Terms.
13. User Responsibility
It’s your responsibility to stay informed of the current Terms of Use. We’re not obligated to notify you of changes beyond posting updates on this page.
14. Contact Information
If you have any questions or concerns about these Terms, you can reach us through our contact page.