Terms and Conditions for The18Steps.com

Last Updated: June 27, 2025

Welcome to The18Steps.com (“we,” “us,” or “our”). These Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of our website, the18steps.com (the “Website”), and any services, content, or features provided through it. By accessing or using the Website, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, please do not use the Website.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By using the Website, you confirm that you are at least 13 years of age and have the legal capacity to enter into these Terms. If you are using the Website on behalf of an organization, you represent that you have the authority to bind that organization to these Terms.

2. Changes to Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of significant changes by posting the updated Terms on the Website with a revised “Last Updated” date. Your continued use of the Website after such changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.

3. Use of the Website

Permitted Use

You may use the Website for lawful purposes only and in accordance with these Terms. You agree to:

Comply with all applicable laws, regulations, and these Terms.
Provide accurate and truthful information when interacting with the Website.
Use the Website in a manner that does not disrupt, interfere with, or harm the Website or its users.

Prohibited Use

You may not:

Use the Website for any illegal or unauthorized purpose.
Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the Website, its servers, or any related systems.
Upload or transmit viruses, malware, or any harmful code.
Engage in any activity that interferes with the Website’s performance or security.
Reproduce, distribute, or modify any content from the Website without our prior written consent.

4. User Accounts

If the Website allows you to create an account, you are responsible for:

Providing accurate and current information during registration.
Maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials.
All activities that occur under your account.

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your account if we suspect unauthorized or inappropriate use.

5. Intellectual Property

All content on the Website, including text, images, logos, designs, and software, is owned by or licensed to us and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. You may not:

Copy, distribute, or create derivative works from any content without our prior written consent.
Use our trademarks, logos, or branding without permission.

You are granted a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and use the Website for personal, non-commercial purposes, subject to these Terms.

6. User-Generated Content

If you submit content to the Website (e.g., comments, reviews, or feedback), you:

Grant us a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free, perpetual license to use, reproduce, modify, and display such content in connection with the Website.
Represent that your content is lawful, does not infringe on third-party rights, and complies with these Terms.
Are responsible for the accuracy and legality of your content.

We reserve the right to remove or modify any user-generated content that violates these Terms or is otherwise objectionable.

7. Third-Party Links and Services

The Website may contain links to third-party websites or services that we do not own or control. We are not responsible for the content, policies, or practices of these third parties. You access third-party websites at your own risk and should review their terms and privacy policies.

8. Disclaimer of Warranties

The Website and its content are provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis without warranties of any kind, express or implied, including but not limited to warranties of accuracy, reliability, or fitness for a particular purpose. We do not guarantee that the Website will be uninterrupted, error-free, or free of viruses or other harmful components.

9. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, we, our affiliates, and our service providers will not be liable for any indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of the Website, including but not limited to loss of data, profits, or business opportunities. Our total liability for any claim related to the Website will not exceed $100 USD.

10. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless The18Steps.com, its affiliates, officers, directors, and employees from any claims, damages, or expenses (including reasonable legal fees) arising from your use of the Website, violation of these Terms, or infringement of any third-party rights.

11. Termination

We may suspend or terminate your access to the Website at our sole discretion, with or without notice, if you violate these Terms or for any other reason. Upon termination, your right to use the Website will cease immediately, and you must stop all access and use.

12. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

These Terms are governed by the laws of the United States and the State of [Your State Here], without regard to its conflict of law principles. Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of the Website will be resolved in the state or federal courts located in [Your County Here], [Your State Here]. You agree to submit to the jurisdiction of these courts.

13. International Users

The Website is operated from the United States. If you access the Website from outside the United States, you are responsible for complying with local laws and regulations.

14. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.

15. Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and us regarding your use of the Website.

16. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about these Terms, please contact us at:

Email: support@the18steps.com

Thank you for using The18Steps.com.