# Terms of Service

Last Updated: January 2024

## 1. Introduction

Welcome to ENERConnect.EU. By using our platform, you agree to these terms. Please read them carefully.

## 2. Definitions

- "Platform" refers to ENERConnect.EU
- "User" refers to any individual or entity using the Platform
- "Content" refers to any information, data, or materials shared on the Platform
- "Services" refers to all features and functionalities provided by ENERConnect.EU

## 3. Platform Usage

### 3.1 Account Registration
- Users must provide accurate information
- Keep credentials secure
- One account per user
- Age requirement: 18+
- Professional or institutional affiliation required

### 3.2 Acceptable Use
Users agree NOT to:
- Violate laws or regulations
- Infringe on others' rights
- Share misleading information
- Disrupt platform operation
- Attempt unauthorized access
- Misuse research data or findings

## 4. Content and Research Data

### 4.1 User Content
- Users retain rights to their content
- Grant platform license to use content
- Responsible for content accuracy
- Must have rights to share content
- Research data must be properly cited

### 4.2 Platform Content
- Protected by copyright
- Limited license for personal use
- No commercial use without permission
- Attribution required
- Research data usage guidelines apply

## 5. Privacy & Data Protection

- Compliance with GDPR and EU data protection laws
- See detailed [Privacy Policy](Privacy)
- Research data protection measures
- User rights and controls
- Data security measures

## 6. Intellectual Property

### 6.1 Platform IP
- Platform name and logo protected
- Software and code protected
- Documentation copyrighted
- Research methodologies protected

### 6.2 User IP
- Users retain their IP
- Limited license granted to platform
- Other users must respect IP rights
- Research collaboration agreements

## 7. Liability

### 7.1 Disclaimer
- Platform provided "as is"
- No warranties or guarantees
- Use at own risk
- Research verification responsibility

### 7.2 Limitation of Liability
- Not liable for damages
- Not responsible for user content
- Force majeure applies
- Research accuracy disclaimer

## 8. Changes to Terms

- Right to modify terms
- Notice of significant changes
- Continued use implies acceptance
- Regular review requirement

## 9. Termination

### 9.1 User Termination
- Users may delete account
- Some obligations survive
- Content removal process
- Research data preservation

### 9.2 Platform Termination
- Right to suspend/terminate
- Notice when possible
- Appeal process
- Data export options

## 10. Research Ethics and Standards

### 10.1 Research Integrity
- Adherence to scientific methods
- Accurate reporting requirements
- Collaboration guidelines
- Peer review process

### 10.2 Data Quality
- Data validation requirements
- Quality assurance measures
- Verification procedures
- Update responsibilities

## 11. Governing Law

- Governed by EU law
- GDPR compliance
- Jurisdiction specified
- Dispute resolution process

## 12. Contact

For questions about these terms:
- Email: legal@enerconnect.eu
- Research Ethics: ethics@enerconnect.eu
- Data Protection: dpo@enerconnect.eu
- General Inquiries: contact@enerconnect.eu

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Last Modified: January 1, 2024  
Effective: January 15, 2024