Terms of Use

Last Updated: January 1, 2025

1. Acceptance of Terms

Welcome to the website of Smart City Alliance Limited (hereinafter referred to as the "Alliance" or "we"). By using this website, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use. If you disagree with any part of these terms, please do not use this website.

These Terms of Use constitute the entire agreement between you and the Alliance regarding the use of this website.

2. Amendment of Terms

We reserve the right to revise these Terms of Use at any time. Revised terms will be posted on this page and become effective immediately upon posting. We recommend that you review this page periodically to stay informed of the latest terms.

By continuing to use this website, you accept the revised terms.

3. Website Usage

3.1 License to Use

We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable right to access and use this website for personal, non-commercial purposes.

3.2 Usage Restrictions

You agree not to:

• Using this website in any manner that may damage, disable, or impair its operation.
• Any unauthorized attempt to access any part of the website or related systems
• Using automated tools (such as web crawlers) to massively scrape website content
• Using the website for any illegal or unauthorized purpose
• Interfere with other users' access to and enjoyment of this website

4. Accounts and Membership

4.1 Membership Eligibility

Certain services require membership. Membership applications are subject to approval by the Alliance. We reserve the right to reject any membership application without providing a reason.

4.2 Account Responsibility

If you establish an account, you are responsible for:

• Maintain the confidentiality of your account
• Ensure the accuracy of account information
• Responsible for all activities under the account
• Notify us immediately upon discovering any unauthorized use.

5. Intellectual Property

5.1 Our Content

This website and its content (including but not limited to text, images, logos, software, and design) are the property of the Alliance or its licensors and are protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

5.2 Usage Restrictions

Unless prior written permission is obtained, you may not:

• Copying, modifying, or distributing website content
• Use the content for commercial purposes
• Remove any copyright or proprietary notices.
• Mirroring this website's content on other websites

5.3 Trademarks

The "Smart City Consortium," "Smart City Consortium," and related logos are trademarks of the Consortium. Unauthorized use is prohibited.

6. User Behavior

By using this website, you agree to:

• Comply with all applicable laws and regulations.
• Do not post or transmit any illegal, harmful, defamatory, or offensive content.
• Do not infringe upon others' intellectual property rights or privacy rights.
• Refrain from any conduct that may damage the reputation of the Alliance.
• Does not spread viruses or other malicious programs

7. External Links

This website may contain links to third-party websites. These links are provided solely for your convenience.

We do not control these third-party websites and assume no responsibility for their content, privacy policies, or practices. Access to these websites is at your own risk.

8. Disclaimer

This website and its content are provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis, without any express or implied warranties, including but not limited to:

• Warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose
• Guarantee of Accuracy, Reliability, or Completeness
• Non-Infringement Warranty
• No guarantee of uninterrupted or error-free operation of the website

We do not guarantee that the website's functionality will be uninterrupted or error-free, nor do we guarantee that defects will be corrected.

9. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, the Alliance and its directors, employees, and agents shall not be liable for:

• Any loss arising from the use or inability to use this website
• Decisions made based on website content
• Any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages
• Content or services from third-party websites

10. Applicable Law

These Terms of Use shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region. You agree to submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Hong Kong.

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

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions regarding these Terms of Use, please contact us via the following methods:

Smart City Alliance Limited
Address: Room 3210, 32/F, Kimberly Centre, 55 Wing Hong Street, Cheung Sha Wan, Kowloon
Email:info@smartcity.org.hk
Telephone: (852) 3480 4230