Effective Date: January 5, 2026
1. Agreement to Terms
By accessing and using https://seriouslyboard.co.nz/ (the “Website”), you accept and agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use our Website.
2. About Seriously Board
Seriously Board is a travel and lifestyle blog operated from New Zealand, providing travel tips, guides, and lifestyle content to our readers.
3. Use of Website
3.1 Permitted Use
You may use our Website for personal, non-commercial purposes in accordance with these terms.
3.2 Prohibited Use
You agree NOT to:
- Use the Website for any unlawful purpose
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems
- Transmit viruses, malware, or harmful code
- Scrape, copy, or republish content without permission
- Impersonate any person or entity
- Harass, abuse, or harm other users
- Spam or send unsolicited communications
4. Intellectual Property Rights
4.1 Our Content
All content on this Website, including but not limited to text, images, graphics, logos, photographs, videos, and design elements, is owned by or licensed to Seriously Board and protected by New Zealand and international copyright laws.
4.2 Limited License
We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to view and use the Website content for personal purposes only.
4.3 Restrictions
You may not:
- Reproduce, distribute, or republish content without written permission
- Use our content for commercial purposes
- Remove copyright or proprietary notices
- Create derivative works from our content
5. User-Generated Content
5.1 Comments and Submissions
By posting comments or submitting content to our Website, you grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual, worldwide license to use, reproduce, modify, and display such content.
5.2 Responsibility
You are solely responsible for your submissions and must ensure they:
- Do not infringe third-party rights
- Are not defamatory, offensive, or illegal
- Do not contain personal information of others without consent
5.3 Moderation
We reserve the right to remove, edit, or refuse any user-generated content at our discretion.
6. Lifestyle Starter Bundle and Digital Products
6.1 License
When you download our Lifestyle Starter Bundle or other digital products, you receive a personal, non-transferable license for your own use.
6.2 No Resale
You may not resell, redistribute, or share our digital products with others.
6.3 Modifications
We reserve the right to update or modify digital products without notice.
7. Affiliate Links and Advertising
Our Website may contain affiliate links and advertisements. We may earn commissions from purchases made through these links. This does not affect the price you pay.
8. External Links
Our Website may link to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the content, accuracy, or practices of external sites. Your use of third-party websites is at your own risk.
9. Disclaimer of Warranties
9.1 “As Is” Basis
The Website and all content are provided “as is” without warranties of any kind, either express or implied.
9.2 Travel Information
Travel tips, recommendations, and information are provided for general guidance only. We do not guarantee accuracy, completeness, or suitability for your specific needs.
9.3 No Professional Advice
Content on this Website does not constitute professional advice (legal, financial, medical, etc.). Always consult qualified professionals for specific advice.
10. Limitation of Liability
To the maximum extent permitted by New Zealand law:
10.1 No Liability
We shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of the Website.
10.2 Direct Damages
Our total liability shall not exceed NZD $100 or the amount you paid us (if any) in the six months preceding the claim.
10.3 Exclusions
We are not liable for:
- Errors or inaccuracies in content
- Loss or damage from reliance on Website information
- Unauthorized access to your data
- Service interruptions or technical issues
- Actions of third parties
11. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Seriously Board, its operators, and affiliates from any claims, losses, damages, or expenses (including legal fees) arising from:
- Your use of the Website
- Your violation of these Terms
- Your violation of any third-party rights
- Content you submit
12. Email Communications
12.1 Newsletter
By subscribing to our newsletter, you consent to receive promotional emails from us.
12.2 Unsubscribe
You may unsubscribe at any time using the link provided in our emails.
13. Privacy
Your use of the Website is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference.
14. Modifications to Terms
We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting. Your continued use of the Website constitutes acceptance of modified terms.
15. Modifications to Website
We may modify, suspend, or discontinue any aspect of the Website at any time without notice or liability.
16. Termination
We may terminate or suspend your access to the Website immediately, without notice, for any reason, including breach of these Terms.
17. Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of New Zealand. Any disputes shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of New Zealand courts.
18. Consumer Guarantees Act
If you are a consumer in New Zealand, nothing in these Terms limits your rights under the Consumer Guarantees Act 1993.
19. Severability
If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.
20. Entire Agreement
These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Seriously Board regarding use of the Website.
21. Contact Information
For questions about these Terms and Conditions, please contact us at:
Website: https://seriouslyboard.co.nz/
Email: [Your contact email]
