Content Use Policy v1.000 2024-07-30

This Content Use Policy ("Policy") governs the use of all content, materials, and work product (collectively, "Content") available on our Website that is not specifically copyrighted to others (for example, downloadable files or third party logos). By accessing or using our Website, you agree to comply with this Policy.

Permitted Use

The Content on our Website is intended solely for:

• Human consumption for educational purposes
• Learning about, ordering and Accessing our services
• Managing your Account
• Communicating with us

Restrictions

Unless explicitly stated otherwise in this policy or in writing authorisation you are not granted any rights to:

• Reproduce, distribute, or republish any Content from our Website
• Modify, adapt, or create derivative works based on our Content
• Use our Content for any commercial purpose
• Scrape, data mine, or use automated means to collect or extract data from our Website
• Remove any copyright, trademark, or other proprietary notices from our Content
• for the purposes of developing, training or operating artificial intelligence or other machine learning systems

Media Organizations and Quoting

Media organisations are granted limited permission to link to our Website and quote from our Content under the following conditions:

• Quotes must not exceed 60 words in length.
• The source must be clearly attributed to GEN (www.gen.uk) with a hyperlink where applicable.
• The quoted Content must not be taken out of context or misrepresented.
• The use of quotes must be for the purpose of reporting, reviewing, or providing commentary on our services or industry-related topics.
• This limited permission does not extend to the use of our logos, trademarks, or other branded materials without explicit written consent.

Media organisations wishing to use our Content beyond these limitations must obtain prior written authorisation (See Authorisation).

Linking to Our Site

We welcome links to our Website from external sites, provided they meet the following conditions:

• The linking must be for legal and lawful purposes.
• The anchor text of the link must be relevant to our site or the specific content being linked to.
• The context of the link on the external site should be related to the content of our linked page.
• Links must not be placed on any site that contains content that is offensive, controversial, or infringes on any intellectual property rights.
• The link must not be used in a way that suggests any form of association, approval, or endorsement on our part where none exists.
• Our site must not be framed on any other site without our express written permission.
• We reserve the right to withdraw linking permission without notice.

If you wish to link to our site in a way that doesn't comply with these conditions, please contact us for approval.

Intellectual Property

All Content on our Website is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. We retain all rights, title, and interest in and to the Content. No implied licenses or rights are granted under this Policy unless done so specifically in writing.

No Warranty

The Content is provided "as is" without any warranties of any kind, either express or implied. We do not warrant that the Content will be error-free, accurate, or suitable for any particular purpose.

Enforcement

We reserve the right to enforce this Policy through any legal means necessary, including but not limited to removing access to our Website, pursuing legal action, or seeking damages for any unauthorised use of our Content.

Jurisdiction

This Policy shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of England and Wales, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Any disputes arising under or in connection with this Policy shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.

Changes to this Policy

We may update this Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page, and your continued use of our Website after such changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated Policy.

Authority

Any written permissions or exceptions to this Content Use Policy, including but not limited to extended use rights, reproduction permissions, or linking approvals beyond those explicitly stated in this Policy, may only be granted by a senior partner or the managing partner of GEN. No other employee, representative, or affiliate of GEN has the authority to modify the terms of this Policy or to grant additional permissions for Content use.

Contact Information

If you have any questions about this Content Use Policy, please contact us through our Website Contact form or at the HelpDesk.