TERMS OF SERVICE

A Warm Welcome to Ortud

Hello and a big welcome to Ortud! We’re so glad you’ve joined us. Ortud is the friendly website and community run by Ortud, Inc. (that’s “Ortud,” “we,” or “us”). This page lays out the straightforward terms for enjoying our online and mobile services, website, and any related software (all of which we simply call the “Service”).

By visiting or using the Service, you’re kindly letting us know you’ve read, understood, and agree to these terms (our “Agreement”). You’re also comfortable with how we handle your information, as detailed in our Ortud Privacy Policy. This covers everyone—whether you’re a registered user or just browsing through (we call you “Users”).

We’re excited to have you here and appreciate your trust in our community. Let’s keep things positive and respectful for all.

Published Content

A Quick Overview

Our community thrives on diverse voices! Any opinions, thoughts, or ideas shared by contributors, authors, or moderators are their own personal takes—not ours as Ortud. This holds true even if they’re part of our team.

The content we feature (which we’ll call “Content” for short) is here to inform, entertain, and spark ideas. It’s not an official endorsement or advice from us or anyone else. We encourage you to enjoy it thoughtfully and engage kindly.

Who Owns What?

The Content on our Services—like articles, photos, images, illustrations, audio clips, videos, and more—is designed for your personal, non-commercial enjoyment only. We’d gently ask that you don’t use it for business purposes, as it’s not intended for that.

All of it is protected by U.S. and international copyright laws, and it’s owned and managed by Ortud, unless we note otherwise (and we decide that on a case-by-case basis).

With a few exceptions mentioned in sections 1.3 (our limited license below) and 5.4, please don’t modify, share publicly, adapt, sell, reproduce, distribute, perform, display, or otherwise use any part of the Content without our written permission—or the permission of the copyright holder if it’s noted. We’d appreciate you leaving all those copyright notices as they are. And a friendly note: No using our logos, graphics, or trademarks without our express written okay.

Always respect any additional guidelines or restrictions we include with specific Content.

Between us, all ownership, intellectual property rights, and titles to the Content, Services, and related items stay with Ortud and our partners or licensors. We keep any rights we haven’t explicitly shared, like republishing, editing, removing, or adding to content. We may update things on our sites without notice, and we might highlight creators’ names, quotes, or likenesses across our platforms and partners—with the best of intentions, but no heads-up needed.

Your Limited License to Enjoy It

As long as you’re following these terms closely, we’re pleased to offer you a limited, revocable, non-transferable, non-exclusive license. This lets you access, temporarily download, view, play, or print the Content (but not the browser-viewable kind for basic display) on your personal computer, phone, tablet, or other internet device—for your own non-commercial use only, and within the guidelines here.

To be clear: This doesn’t give you any ownership or other rights—it’s just for your personal enjoyment. We can pause or end this access anytime, for any reason, at our discretion, without notice or extra details.

Thank you for helping keep Ortud a creative and safe space!

User-Generated Content

What Not to Do (Prohibited Actions)

You’re fully in charge of what you share and how you use the Services—we trust you to make good choices! To keep things smooth for everyone, please avoid:

(A) Posting or sharing anything libelous, defamatory, indecent, obscene, fraudulent, deceptive, abusive, or pornographic.
(B) Anything that infringes on others’ property rights.
(C) Using the Services to threaten, harass, or violate anyone’s legal rights (like privacy or publicity).
(D) Uploading files with protected material (like software, logos, images) unless you own it, control it, or have all necessary permissions.
(E) Files with viruses or corrupted data.
(F) Falsely claiming the source of any uploaded material.
(G) Pretending to be an Ortud employee or agent.
(H) Acting against applicable laws or regulations.
(I) Interfering with security features, restrictions, or limits on the Services or Content.

We appreciate your cooperation in fostering a positive environment.

Our Rights to Your Content

We value your contributions! Any materials or info you post, upload, or submit—like comments, forum posts, reviews, text, videos, audio, photos, code, or apps (each a “User Submission”)—may be edited, removed, modified, published, shared, or displayed by us at our discretion, without needing your extra permission. By sharing, you kindly waive any moral rights that might prevent changes you wouldn’t prefer.

We can also limit or remove access to User Submissions anytime, for any reason (or none at all). We treat them as user-directed content and only step in to block or remove things that are offensive, obscene, violent, harassing, illegal, or otherwise problematic—or to protect third-party rights or our guidelines—once we’re aware.

That said, we’re not responsible for monitoring or editing all Content, and we don’t have to remove anything inappropriate. We won’t be liable for any decisions around access or removal.

Licensing Your Contributions

By sharing User Submissions, you’re granting us (and agreeing to grant) a perpetual, royalty-free, worldwide, non-exclusive, irrevocable, unlimited license to use, copy, modify, adapt, publish, distribute, broadcast, perform, display, create derivatives from, or otherwise make the most of all or part of them—in any format, media, or technology now known or later invented. This includes sublicensing through multiple layers and promoting it as we see fit.

To support this, you also grant us the right to use your name, persona, image, photo, or likeness connected to your submissions, without any payment or obligation to you. Where allowed by law, you waive moral rights (like attribution or integrity), even if changes aren’t to your liking. You agree we won’t face claims for any alleged infringement on your rights, and no compensation is owed for these uses.

What You Promise About Your Content

Each time you submit something, you’re assuring us that:

(A) You’re the sole owner/author with all rights, or you have full legal permission to share it and grant us these licenses—without us needing third-party consents or facing liabilities.
(B) It’s accurate.
(C) It (and our uses of it) won’t infringe on anyone’s intellectual property or other rights.
(D) It won’t break this Agreement or harm anyone.
(E) It follows all relevant laws.

We’re grateful for your honesty—this helps everyone.

Your Role in What You Share

You’re completely responsible for your User Submissions and any issues they might cause. We don’t endorse, warrant, or take liability for their accuracy, legality, copyright status, or anything else. If something goes awry, it’s on the creator to handle.

Keeping Things Public in Mind

Our Services are open to all, so your User Submissions—and details like your name, image, employer, or location—could be visible publicly. Please don’t share anything you consider private. We may also disclose your info to law enforcement if required by legal requests related to your submissions.

No Unsolicited Messages

To respect everyone’s inbox, please don’t use the Services for spam or unsolicited emails. Avoid sending to our domains or spoofing identities—that keeps things fair and legal.

Third-Party Websites

Accessibility and What to Watch For

You might find links to other sites (“Third Party Websites”) on our Services. Clicking through is at your own discretion—we can’t vouch for their accuracy, availability, or content. Some might have material others find unsuitable, and we’re not responsible for any issues, damages, or losses from using them.

These links don’t mean we endorse them. We’re not liable for broken links or transmissions. Always check their privacy policies and terms—they’re not covered by our Agreement.

Copyright and Infringement Concerns

If you genuinely believe Content on Ortud infringes your copyright or intellectual property (and you’re the owner, beneficiary, or exclusive licensee), please email us at support@ortud.com with details. We take these seriously and may terminate repeat offenders’ access.

In cases of infringement, terms violations, or other needs, we may pursue legal action at our discretion, with you covering our recovery costs.

Extended Services

Overview

Looking for more? Ortud offers enhanced features like webinars, events, and consulting through our Ortud Extended Services. By using these, you agree to this Section 5’s terms, which apply only here—not to our regular Services.

Your Extended Services Account

To access premium perks, you’ll need a “Premium Account.” We ask that you:

(A) Keep your login, password, and account info secure.
(B) Don’t share access with others.
(C) Own all responsibility for content you handle via the account.
(D) Cover charges from use (even unauthorized, until you notify us in writing and secure it).
(E) Follow these terms.
(F) Comply with all U.S. and international laws.

Your diligence helps keep things safe.

Fees and Billing Details

We may charge fees (“Fees”) for Extended Services, in U.S. Dollars unless noted. By signing up, you agree to pay for your chosen level. We can adjust fees with notice, but you’re responsible for telecom/hardware costs, taxes, duties, and conversion fees.

Upgrades/downgrades bill on your next cycle. Fees are prepaid and refundable for 30 days on initial purchases (unless a contract says otherwise). No refunds after that for partial use or unused months. We may suspend access for unpaid fees.

Provide accurate billing info and update it promptly (e.g., new card details). We can charge renewals or replacements. If payments fail, you’ll cover collection costs, including legal fees. Unpaid amounts may lead to suspension or termination.

Subscriptions auto-renew unless you cancel via email to support@ortud.com before the next cycle. No charges if canceled in time.

Your Limited License for Extended Content

As long as you follow the rules, we grant a limited, revocable, non-transferable license to use Ortud Extended Services Content (“Extended Content”). You can:

View it while using Extended Services.
Download/print one personal copy.
Include small excerpts (e.g., a few lines, a graphic) in internal company reports/presentations, crediting us.
Summarize briefly in your words for internal project use, crediting us.
Distribute purchased reprints inside/outside your company.
Follow enterprise license terms if applicable.

No other posting or distribution (e.g., email, intranet). This doesn’t give ownership, and we can end it anytime without notice.

How We Run the Services

Our Discretion in Operations

We handle the Services with care and full discretion. This might include sharing user info with partners (per our Privacy Policy) or pausing features. Services may occasionally be down for maintenance, tech issues, or unforeseen reasons—we’ll do our best to minimize disruptions, but please bear with us.

No Guarantees (Disclaimer of Warranties)

Our Services come “as is,” without fancy promises. We don’t warrant perfect operation, accuracy, or error-free access—things like human errors, delays, data loss, or viruses might happen. To the extent allowed by law, we disclaim all implied warranties (merchantability, fitness for purpose, etc.).

If you’re unhappy, your best step is to stop using us or cancel your Premium Account. Any other statements are just our general approach, not binding guarantees. This section trumps conflicts with other parts.

Our Liability Limits

We’re sorry, but we can’t be responsible for indirect, special, or consequential damages—like lost profits or data—from using (or not using) the Services, even if advised. Claims from third parties are off-limits too.

Services are U.S.-based; use elsewhere is your call, and you handle local laws.

If Things Go Wrong (Violations)

Holding Us Harmless

You’ll kindly agree to protect, defend, and cover Ortud, our team, and partners from losses, costs, or damages (including reasonable legal fees) from your Agreement breaches or User Submissions (e.g., IP infringements or misconduct).

Waiver and Release

Neither we nor our team/partners are liable for your use of the Services, including third-party actions or User Submissions. The risks are yours. You release us from all claims related to losses from use, including negligence.

The Full Picture (Complete Agreement)

This Agreement, plus our Privacy Policy, is our whole deal—replacing any prior chats. (Separate Extended licenses add on but stay in force.) Only notarized changes by our officer count.

Changes and Endings

How We Update Things

Our team can’t tweak these terms informally. Changes need our written, notarized okay—or we can revise periodically. Your continued use means you accept updates.

We’ll notify via site notice (30 days posted) or email (if provided). If no email, 30 days from posting counts as agreement. Keep your email current—it’s on you to check.

Ending Access

We can suspend or end access anytime without notice if you breach or for other reasons. No party waives rights by not enforcing them. You can’t assign this without our okay. No partnerships or agencies here.

Headings are just for ease. See our Privacy Policy and Affiliate Disclosure for more.

This Terms of Service Agreement starts Nov 13, 2025.

Resolving Disagreements (Dispute Resolution and Jurisdiction)

Agreeing to Try Amicably First

Parts of this are our “written agreement to arbitrate” under the Federal Arbitration Act. For any Dispute (about Services, Content, Submissions, Agreement, or IP) or Excluded Dispute (like IP claims in Section 13.5), let’s start friendly: Send a detailed notice with a proposed fix. We’ll use your latest contact info; you email support@ortud.com.

For 60 days, we’ll chat in good faith. No obligation to settle uncomfortably.

If Needed, Arbitration

If no resolution in 60 days, we can go to binding arbitration under AAA Commercial Rules (or JAMS/other if AAA can’t start in 60 days). For claims ≤$250K, one neutral arbitrator (retired judge/lawyer with 10+ years experience). Over $250K or if we cover extra costs, a three-person panel.

Arbitrators apply law/facts, issue reasoned decisions. No judge/jury; confidential; limited review. You can have a lawyer (your cost). Hearings in Fort Lauderdale, FL, or your metro area if rules require. We split fees per rules, but we’ll cover more if needed for enforceability. Discovery follows rules.

Get rules/fees: AAA (800.778.7879), JAMS (949.224.1810).

Prevailing party gets damages/fees. Judgment enterable in court.

For Excluded Disputes, arbitration only if we both sign off in writing.

Time Limits for Claims

File Disputes (not Excluded) within 1 year via notice—or forever barred.

When We Need Quick Court Help

Arbitration doesn’t cover our injunctions for IP, operations, or harm prevention.

Small Claims Option

Qualifying small claims go to small claims court, not arbitration.

No Class Actions

Individual arbitration only—no joining others. If unenforceable, go to court per Section 13.8.

Court Venue

Otherwise, Disputes/Excl. Disputes in Fort Lauderdale, FL state/federal courts. We consent to their jurisdiction.

Governing Law

Florida law applies, no conflicts.

If Something’s Unenforceable

We’ll tweak invalid parts minimally to keep the rest working.

How We Communicate (Notice)

We notify via email, site posts, account messages, or U.S. mail to your address. You email support@ortud.com.

A Few More Notes (Miscellaneous)

We can end access for breaches or reasons, no liability. Headings don’t define terms. Questions? Reach out—we’re here to help make Ortud great for you!