Terms of Use

1. Introduction & Agreement

Welcome to Korea-Dates.com (“We,” “Our,” or “Us”). We operate this website (the “Site”) as an independent third-party informational service designed to help visitors better understand and explore the KoreaDates online dating platform. By accessing or using the Site, you (“You” or “User”) acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Use (“Terms”), along with any supplementary guidelines we may issue. If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, please stop using the Site immediately.

2. Third-Party & Non-Affiliation Disclaimer

Korea-Dates.com is not owned, operated, sponsored, or endorsed by KoreaDates.com, its parent company, subsidiaries, or affiliated entities. All trademarks, logos, and brand names appearing on the Site are the property of their respective owners. Any reference to “KoreaDates” is provided solely for commentary, criticism, review, or educational purposes, in accordance with fair-use principles.

3. Informational-Only Content

The material published on Korea-Dates.com, including articles, reviews, guides, and opinions, is provided strictly for informational and educational purposes. Nothing on this Site constitutes legal advice, professional guidance, or relationship counseling. Before relying on any information from the Site, verify details independently and consult appropriate professionals or the official KoreaDates communication channels if necessary.

4. User Eligibility & Responsibilities

Eligibility. You may use this Site only if you are at least 18 years old (or the age of majority in your jurisdiction, if higher) and legally capable of accepting and complying with these Terms of Use.
If you access or use the Site on behalf of a company, organization, or other legal entity, you confirm that you have the authority to bind that entity to these Terms. In that case, all references to “You” include the entity represented.

Lawful & Respectful Use. You agree to use the Site in a lawful, courteous, and respectful manner, following all applicable local and international laws. Any form of harassment, hate speech, or defamatory behavior is strictly prohibited.

No Unauthorized Activities. You agree not to:

• Interfere with or damage the Site, its systems, or security, including attempts to introduce malware or harmful code.
  
• Upload, post, or share illegal, offensive, defamatory, obscene, or rights-infringing material.
  
• Misrepresent your identity, impersonate another person, or falsely suggest any affiliation with KoreaDates or other organizations.
  
• Collect or misuse personal data of other Site visitors without explicit consent.
  
• Attempt to bypass security or access controls.
  
• Use bots, automation tools, or scraping technologies to copy or exploit any part of the Site without prior written approval.
  

5. Intellectual Property

All original content on Korea-Dates.com, including text, graphics, images, and other creative works (collectively, the “Content”), is protected by copyright, trademark, and intellectual-property laws. Except for materials that belong to their rightful owners, all Site content is owned or licensed by us.
You are granted a limited, revocable, non-transferable license to access and view the Content for personal, non-commercial purposes only. Any other use, such as reproduction or distribution, requires our written permission. Requests may be sent to the address in Section 14.
If you believe your copyrighted material has been used improperly, send a DMCA-compliant notice including your signature, identification of the copyrighted work, a link to the infringing content, your contact information, a statement of good-faith belief, and a declaration under penalty of perjury that the information is accurate and that you are authorized to act for the rights holder.

6. User-Generated Contributions

From time to time, we may enable comments, reviews, or interactive features (“User Contributions”). By posting or submitting any material, you confirm that it is lawful and free of malicious code. You grant Korea-Dates.com a worldwide, royalty-free, irrevocable, and perpetual license to host, display, reproduce, and use your content across the Site and related media channels. We reserve the right to edit or remove any contribution at our discretion and without notice. You are solely responsible for your content and agree to indemnify us against any claims resulting from it (see Section 10).

7. External Links & Third-Party Offers

The Site may include links to external websites or special offers (“Third-Party Links”). Some may be affiliate or sponsored links, meaning we may earn a commission if you make a purchase or take a specific action. Such relationships will be disclosed as required by law.
We are not responsible for the content, policies, or security of third-party websites. Your interactions with external sites are entirely at your own risk.

8. Disclaimer of Warranties

The Site and its Content are provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis. To the fullest extent permitted by law, we disclaim all express or implied warranties, including merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement. We do not guarantee that the Site will be uninterrupted, secure, or error-free.

9. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, Korea-Dates.com and its owners, partners, and affiliates shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from or related to your use of the Site. This includes loss of profits, data, or goodwill. Where liability cannot be excluded, it is limited to the amount paid to access the Site, typically zero.

10. Indemnification

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless Korea-Dates.com and its representatives from any and all claims, damages, or expenses (including legal fees) arising out of your violation of these Terms or misuse of the Site.

11. Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms periodically. Revised versions will appear here with a new “Last updated” date. Continued use of the Site after updates means you accept the new Terms.

12. Governing Law & Dispute Resolution

These Terms are governed by the laws of England and Wales. Any disputes arising from your use of the Site will be handled by the courts of competent jurisdiction.

13. Severability & Entire Agreement

These Terms, along with any documents incorporated by reference, form the entire agreement between you and us concerning your use of the Site. If any provision is found invalid, the remaining clauses remain in effect and will be modified only as needed to reflect the original intent.

14. Contact Information

For questions, legal notices, or copyright issues, please contact us through https://korea-dates.com/contact-us/. We do not accept postal or phone inquiries.