Terms and Conditions

1. Acceptance of These Terms

By accessing, browsing or using this website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood and agreed to be bound by these Terms and Conditions, together with our Privacy Policy and any other policies, notices or guidelines published on this website.

If you do not agree with any part of these Terms and Conditions, please discontinue your use of this website.

These Terms and Conditions apply to all visitors, users, volunteers, donors, beneficiaries, partners, contributors and other persons who access or interact with the website.

2. About AquaBytes Foundation

AquaBytes Digital and Environmental Development Foundation is a Nigerian foundation established to support positive social, technological, environmental, educational, humanitarian and community development outcomes.

Our areas of interest and intervention may include digital inclusion, technology education, digital literacy, ICT skills development, innovation, youth and women empowerment, education, environmental sustainability, pollution prevention, sanitation, recycling, waste management, community development, humanitarian assistance and related charitable activities.

As a Christian-oriented foundation, AquaBytes may also undertake faith-based activities, Christian outreach, spiritual development, humanitarian service and initiatives intended to share the Christian faith, restore hope and encourage people to pursue a meaningful relationship with God.

The Foundation may establish, support or participate in programmes, projects, partnerships, campaigns, training initiatives, community interventions and other lawful activities consistent with its objectives.

3. Use of This Website

You agree to use this website only for lawful purposes and in a manner that does not infringe the rights of, restrict or inhibit the use of the website by any other person.

You must not use this website to:

• Engage in unlawful, fraudulent or malicious activities.
• Attempt to gain unauthorised access to the website or its systems.
• Introduce viruses, malware, malicious code or other harmful material.
• Interfere with the security, operation or availability of the website.
• Impersonate AquaBytes Foundation, its representatives, partners or other users.
• Collect or attempt to collect personal information about other users without appropriate permission.
• Use automated systems to scrape, copy or harvest website content without prior permission.
• Use the website for activities that violate applicable laws or regulations.
• Submit content that is defamatory, abusive, threatening, discriminatory, fraudulent or otherwise unlawful.

We reserve the right to restrict, suspend or terminate access to the website where we reasonably believe that these Terms have been violated or that the website is being misused.

4. Website Information and Content

We make reasonable efforts to ensure that information published on this website is accurate, useful and up to date. However, information may occasionally contain errors, omissions, outdated material or information that changes over time.

Website content is provided primarily for general information, educational, awareness and community engagement purposes. It should not automatically be regarded as professional legal, medical, financial, environmental, technical or other specialist advice.

You should obtain appropriate professional advice where a decision requires specialist expertise.

5. Programmes, Training and Community Activities

AquaBytes Foundation may provide or facilitate training programmes, workshops, seminars, mentorship, digital skills programmes, environmental initiatives, community projects, humanitarian interventions and other activities.

Participation in any programme may be subject to additional eligibility requirements, registration procedures, codes of conduct, programme rules, safeguarding requirements or other conditions communicated to participants.

Registration or application for a programme does not automatically guarantee admission, participation, funding, employment, certification or any other benefit.

AquaBytes Foundation reserves the right to modify, postpone, suspend or cancel a programme where circumstances require it, including funding limitations, operational requirements, safety concerns, force majeure events or other circumstances beyond our reasonable control.

6. Donations and Financial Contributions

AquaBytes Foundation may accept donations, grants, gifts, sponsorships, endowments, voluntary contributions and other lawful forms of support for the achievement of its charitable objectives.

Where a donation facility is provided through this website, donors are responsible for ensuring that the information supplied during the donation process is accurate.

Unless otherwise expressly stated in writing, donations may be allocated by the Foundation to programmes, projects, administration, operational requirements and other activities consistent with its charitable objectives and applicable laws.

Where a donor expressly contributes towards a specific programme or purpose, the Foundation will make reasonable efforts to apply the contribution in accordance with the stated purpose, subject to programme requirements, availability of funds and applicable law.

Donation refund policies may depend on the payment method, applicable law, the circumstances of the transaction and the terms of the relevant payment provider. Where applicable, donors should contact us promptly regarding any disputed or erroneous transaction.

AquaBytes Foundation does not knowingly accept funds obtained through unlawful activities and reserves the right to investigate, reject or return funds where appropriate.

7. Volunteers, Trainers, Mentors and Contributors

Individuals who participate as volunteers, trainers, mentors, facilitators, consultants, contributors or programme supporters may be required to comply with additional policies and codes of conduct.

Acceptance as a volunteer, trainer, mentor or contributor does not create an employment relationship unless a separate written agreement expressly establishes such a relationship.

Volunteers and programme participants are expected to act professionally, respectfully and responsibly and to comply with safeguarding, confidentiality, health, safety and programme requirements.

8. Safeguarding and Protection of Participants

AquaBytes Foundation is committed to promoting dignity, respect, inclusion and the protection of children, young people, vulnerable persons and other programme participants.

Individuals participating in Foundation activities must not engage in abuse, exploitation, harassment, discrimination, intimidation, inappropriate conduct or any other behaviour that places another person at risk.

Where safeguarding concerns arise, the Foundation may take appropriate action in accordance with applicable laws, safeguarding procedures and organisational policies.

9. Intellectual Property Rights

Unless otherwise stated, the content and materials published on this website, including but not limited to text, logos, trademarks, graphics, photographs, illustrations, videos, audio, documents, publications, designs, software, layouts and other materials, are owned by or licensed to AquaBytes Foundation or its respective content providers.

You may view, download or print reasonable portions of publicly available material for personal, educational or non-commercial purposes, provided that you do not remove copyright, trademark or other proprietary notices.

You must not reproduce, modify, distribute, commercially exploit, republish, sell, license or create derivative works from Foundation content without prior written permission, except where permitted by applicable law.

10. AquaBytes Foundation Name and Logo

The name "AquaBytes Foundation", the Foundation's logo, branding, visual identity, slogans and related marks are valuable organisational assets.

No person or organisation may use the Foundation's name, logo or branding in a manner that suggests endorsement, sponsorship, partnership, affiliation or official representation without prior written authorisation.

Requests to use our logo, name or other brand assets should be directed to the Foundation through the contact details provided on this website.

11. User-Submitted Content

Certain areas of the website may allow users to submit information, comments, testimonials, photographs, applications, stories, suggestions or other materials.

By submitting content, you confirm that you have the necessary rights and permissions to submit that content and that the content does not unlawfully infringe the rights of another person.

You should not submit confidential, sensitive or unnecessary personal information through public areas of the website.

Where you voluntarily provide content for publication or programme communication, you grant AquaBytes Foundation permission to use, reproduce, edit, publish or display that content for legitimate organisational, educational, awareness, reporting or promotional purposes, subject to applicable law and our Privacy Policy.

12. Photographs, Videos and Testimonials

AquaBytes Foundation may document programmes and activities through photographs, videos, interviews, testimonials and other media for legitimate communication, documentation, reporting, educational and awareness purposes.

Where consent is required by applicable law or organisational policy, appropriate consent procedures will be followed, particularly in relation to children and vulnerable persons.

If you believe that an image, video or testimonial published by the Foundation raises a legitimate privacy or safeguarding concern, please contact us so that the matter can be reviewed.

13. Privacy and Personal Information

We respect the privacy of individuals who interact with AquaBytes Foundation.

Personal information collected through this website may include information submitted through contact forms, programme applications, volunteer applications, donation processes, newsletters or other interactions.

Personal information will be handled in accordance with our Privacy Policy and applicable data protection laws.

By submitting personal information through this website, you should ensure that the information provided is accurate and that you have the necessary authority to provide information relating to another person, where applicable.

14. Cookies and Similar Technologies

This website may use cookies and similar technologies to improve functionality, understand website usage, maintain security and enhance user experience.

Where applicable, information about cookies and their use will be provided through our Privacy Policy or a dedicated cookie notice.

15. Third-Party Websites and Services

This website may contain links to websites, platforms, payment providers, social media networks or other third-party services.

These links are provided for convenience, information or programme purposes. AquaBytes Foundation does not necessarily control or endorse the content, privacy practices, security, products or services of third-party websites.

Your use of third-party websites is subject to the terms and policies of those third parties.

16. Website Availability and Security

We aim to keep this website accessible and secure, but we do not guarantee that the website will always be available, uninterrupted, error-free or completely secure.

Website availability may be affected by maintenance, technical failures, telecommunications problems, cyber incidents, third-party service interruptions, natural events or other circumstances beyond our reasonable control.

You are responsible for maintaining appropriate security on the device and network you use to access this website.

17. Disclaimer of Warranties

To the extent permitted by applicable law, this website and its content are provided on an "as available" and "as is" basis.

AquaBytes Foundation does not warrant that all information on the website will always be complete, accurate, current, uninterrupted or free from errors.

We do not guarantee that the website, its servers or materials available through it will always be free from viruses or other harmful components.

18. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, AquaBytes Digital and Environmental Development Foundation, its trustees, officers, employees, volunteers, representatives and partners shall not be liable for indirect, incidental, consequential, special or other losses arising from or connected with your use of, or inability to use, this website or reliance on information published through it.

Nothing in these Terms and Conditions is intended to exclude or limit liability where such exclusion or limitation is prohibited by applicable law.

19. Indemnification

To the extent permitted by applicable law, you agree to indemnify and hold harmless AquaBytes Foundation, its trustees, officers, employees, volunteers and authorised representatives from claims, losses, liabilities, damages, costs or expenses arising from your unlawful use of the website, violation of these Terms and Conditions or infringement of the rights of another person.

20. Environmental and Community Initiatives

Information relating to environmental, community development, sustainability, sanitation, recycling, conservation or climate-related initiatives is provided for general educational and awareness purposes.

Programme outcomes may depend on funding, community participation, environmental conditions, government policies, partner support and other factors beyond the Foundation's control.

The Foundation does not guarantee that every programme, project or environmental intervention will achieve a particular outcome.

21. Christian and Faith-Based Activities

AquaBytes Foundation may undertake Christian outreach, faith-based programmes, spiritual development activities, humanitarian service, discipleship initiatives and other activities consistent with its Christian orientation.

Participation in faith-based activities should be undertaken voluntarily and respectfully. Nothing in these Terms authorises harassment, discrimination, coercion or abuse of any participant.

The Foundation seeks to promote compassion, dignity, responsible service, hope and positive transformation while respecting applicable laws and the rights of individuals.

22. Children and Young People

Some Foundation programmes may involve children and young people. Participation may therefore be subject to age requirements, parental or guardian consent, safeguarding procedures and other programme conditions.

Parents, guardians, facilitators and programme personnel are expected to comply with applicable safeguarding requirements when participating in activities involving minors.

23. Changes to These Terms

AquaBytes Foundation may update or modify these Terms and Conditions from time to time to reflect changes in our activities, services, legal requirements, technology or organisational policies.

Updated Terms will be published on this page with a revised "Last Updated" date.

Your continued use of the website after changes have been published constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms, to the extent permitted by applicable law.

24. Suspension or Termination of Access

We may suspend, restrict or terminate access to all or part of this website where necessary for security, maintenance, legal compliance, operational reasons or where a user has violated these Terms and Conditions.

Provisions that by their nature should continue after termination, including intellectual property, disclaimers, limitations of liability, indemnification and governing law provisions, shall remain applicable to the extent permitted by law.

25. Governing Law

These Terms and Conditions shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, subject to applicable legal and regulatory requirements.

Any dispute arising from or relating to these Terms or the use of this website shall, where possible, first be addressed through good-faith discussions and appropriate dispute-resolution processes before formal legal proceedings are commenced.

26. Severability

If any provision of these Terms and Conditions is determined to be invalid, unlawful or unenforceable by a competent authority, that provision shall be interpreted or modified to the extent necessary to make it enforceable, where permitted by law.

The remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

27. No Waiver

Failure by AquaBytes Foundation to enforce any provision of these Terms and Conditions shall not constitute a waiver of its right to enforce that provision or any other provision in the future.

28. Entire Agreement

These Terms and Conditions, together with any applicable policies, notices and programme-specific terms published by AquaBytes Foundation, constitute the terms governing your use of this website, except where a separate written agreement expressly applies.

29. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, complaints, requests for permission, safeguarding concerns or other enquiries relating to these Terms and Conditions, please contact AquaBytes Digital and Environmental Development Foundation.

Phone: 0803 059 1740, 0805 555 4435

Website: AquaBytes Foundation

30. Final Acknowledgement

By using this website, you acknowledge that you have read and understood these Terms and Conditions and agree to comply with them and with all applicable laws and regulations.

Thank you for engaging with AquaBytes Digital and Environmental Development Foundation and for supporting our commitment to digital inclusion, environmental sustainability, community development, humanitarian service and positive transformation.