General Terms and Conditions of Use
These General Terms and Conditions of Use (the “Terms”) govern your access to and use of all websites operated under the brands CRATUS, intercal8, CRIB Lighting, and MAGIC8 (collectively, the “Websites”). These brands are owned by CRATUS Technology, Inc., a California Corporation (“CRATUS,” “we,” “our,” or “us”). By accessing or using the Websites, you (“User”) agree to these Terms and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to these Terms, do not access or use the Websites.
1.Scope and Acceptance
1.1. These Terms apply to all websites under the CRATUS brands and any services, features, or content provided on or through the Websites.
1.2. By using the Websites, you affirm that you are at least 18 years of age or have obtained parental/guardian consent and that you are capable of entering into legally binding agreements.
2.Modifications
2.1. CRATUS reserves the right to modify or update these Terms at any time in its sole discretion. Any changes will be effective immediately upon posting to the Websites. Your continued use of the Websites constitutes acceptance of the modified Terms.
3.User Conduct
Users agree not to:
3.1. Use the Websites for any unlawful purpose or in violation of any applicable laws.
3.2. Share, transfer, or misuse login credentials for unauthorized access.
3.3. Attempt to hack, reverse engineer, or otherwise interfere with the functionality of the Websites or any related servers, networks, or systems.
3.4. Upload, post, or distribute any content that:
Violates intellectual property rights.
Contains viruses, malware, or harmful code.
Is defamatory, obscene, or otherwise objectionable.
3.5. Engage in automated access or scraping of the Websites.
3.6. Bypass security measures or restrictions imposed on the Websites.
4.Content Ownership and User Submissions
4.1. All content provided on the Websites, including text, graphics, logos, and software, is the intellectual property of CRATUS or its licensors and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. Users may not reproduce, distribute, or modify any content without prior written consent.
4.2. By submitting content to the Websites, including reviews, comments, or any other material, you grant CRATUS a perpetual, irrevocable, worldwide, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, modify, display, and distribute such content in any manner, including in marketing and promotional materials.
4.3. CRATUS reserves the right to use the name, logo, and affiliation of any User who has been qualified as a customer (i.e., where a payment has been received by CRATUS) as part of its marketing collateral, including, but not limited to, a “Trusted By” section on the Websites and social media platforms.
5.Privacy Policy
Your use of the Websites is subject to our Privacy Policy. Please review the Privacy Policy to understand our practices regarding your personal information.
6.Dispute Resolution
6.1. Any disputes arising from or related to these Terms or your use of the Websites shall be resolved through binding arbitration administered by the American Arbitration Association under its Commercial Arbitration Rules. The arbitration shall take place in California, and the language of the proceedings shall be English.
6.2. Notwithstanding the above, CRATUS reserves the right to seek injunctive or equitable relief in any court of competent jurisdiction to prevent unauthorized use of its intellectual property or violations of these Terms.
7.Governing Law
These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of California, without regard to its conflict of laws principles. Any disputes not resolved through arbitration shall be brought exclusively in the state or federal courts located in Santa Clara County, California.
8.Limitation of Liability
8.1. To the maximum extent permitted by law, CRATUS’s liability for any claim arising from your use of the Websites shall not exceed the amount paid by you to CRATUS for use of the Websites or related services, or $100, whichever is greater.
8.2. IN NO EVENT SHALL CRATUS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, PUNITIVE, OR SPECIAL DAMAGES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO LOST PROFITS, LOSS OF DATA, OR BUSINESS INTERRUPTION, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.
9.Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless CRATUS, its affiliates, licensors, licensees, distributors, agents, representatives, and all related entities and individuals (collectively, the “Indemnified Parties”) from and against any and all claims, damages, liabilities, and costs, including legal fees, arising from or related to:
9.1. Your use of the Websites.
9.2. Breach of these Terms by you or your agents.
9.3. Violation of any applicable laws or third-party rights.
9.4. Any unauthorized use of content or user submissions.
10.Termination
CRATUS reserves the right to terminate or restrict your access to the Websites at any time, without notice, for any violation of these Terms or for any other reason deemed appropriate.
11.Entire Agreement
These Terms, along with the Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and CRATUS concerning your use of the Websites and supersede any prior agreements.
12.Severability
If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.
13.Contact Information
For questions or concerns regarding these Terms, please contact us at:
CRATUS Technology, Inc.1660 Hamilton Ave. #205San Jose, CA 95125, USAEmail: info@cratustech.comPhone: +1.669.877.4400
By accessing or using the Websites, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions.