WEBSITE TERMS AND CONDITIONS
1. Application of these Terms
These Terms and Conditions apply to the use of the website operated by LaunchLink Communications Pty Ltd ACN 626 496 839 at https://www.launchlink.co/ and any associated pages, content, contact forms, newsletter sign-up facilities, downloads and online communications (Website).
By accessing or using the Website, the user agrees to be bound by these Terms and Conditions. If the user does not agree, the user must stop using the Website.
2. About LaunchLink
LaunchLink is a public relations and communications business based in Melbourne, Australia. Information on the Website is provided for general business and marketing information purposes in relation to LaunchLink’s services, including media relations, thought leadership, social media, crisis communications, events, media training, strategy and messaging, government relations and brand collaborations.
3. No offer and no engagement formed
Content on the Website does not constitute a binding offer to provide services. An enquiry, call, message, newsletter subscription or other interaction through the Website does not create a client, agency, fiduciary or advisory relationship with LaunchLink.
LaunchLink is only engaged to provide services when a formal written agreement is entered into, or when LaunchLink otherwise accepts an engagement on agreed terms.
4. General information only
The Website contains general information only. It is not legal, financial, regulatory, investment, crisis management or other professional advice, and it is not tailored to any person’s objectives, circumstances or requirements.
A user must make its own assessment of any content on the Website and should not rely on Website content as a substitute for professional advice relevant to its circumstances.
5. Accuracy and availability
LaunchLink endeavours to keep Website content current and accurate, but does not warrant that the Website, its content, any linked site, or any functionality will be complete, accurate, current, uninterrupted, secure or error-free.
LaunchLink may update, remove, suspend or change Website content, features or availability at any time without notice.
6. Third-party links
The Website may contain links to third-party websites, platforms or resources for convenience only. LaunchLink does not control, endorse or assume responsibility for any third-party content, products, services or privacy practices.
A user accesses third-party websites at its own risk.
7. Intellectual property
Unless otherwise stated, LaunchLink owns or licenses all content on the Website, including text, graphics, branding, layouts, designs, logos, videos, photographs, downloads, articles, copy, trade marks and other materials.
A user may view the Website and print or download limited extracts for its own internal, non-commercial reference, provided it does not remove any copyright or proprietary notice.
A user must not, without LaunchLink’s prior written consent, reproduce, adapt, modify, publish, communicate, distribute, sell, license, frame, mirror, scrape, mine, index, exploit or create derivative works from any Website content.
Nothing in these Terms transfers any Intellectual Property Rights to the user.
8. Trade marks
LaunchLink’s name, logos, branding and any related marks are trademarks or business identifiers of LaunchLink or its licensors. A user must not use them without prior written consent.
Third-party names, logos and marks appearing on the Website remain the property of their respective owners.
9. Permitted and prohibited use
A user may use the Website only for lawful purposes and in a way that does not infringe the rights of LaunchLink or others.
A user must not:
(a) use the Website in breach of any law or regulation;
(b) introduce malware, viruses, bots, scripts or harmful code;
(c) interfere with the Website’s operation, security or integrity;
(d) attempt unauthorised access to systems or data;
(e) use data extraction, scraping, harvesting or automated collection tools except where permitted by law and expressly authorised;
(f) misrepresent affiliation with LaunchLink;
(g) submit false, misleading, defamatory, offensive or unlawful material; or
(h) use the Website in a way that could damage LaunchLink’s reputation or systems.
10. Enquiries, submissions and communications
If a user submits an enquiry, proposal, message, feedback, idea, testimonial or other content to LaunchLink through the Website or otherwise, the user warrants that it has the right to do so and that the submission is lawful and not misleading.
LaunchLink may use information submitted through the Website to respond to the enquiry, assess a potential engagement, improve services, maintain business records and otherwise in accordance with its Privacy Policy.
LaunchLink is not obliged to treat unsolicited business ideas or proposals as confidential unless it agrees otherwise in writing.
11. Newsletter and marketing communications
The Website may allow a user to subscribe to LaunchLink’s newsletter or marketing communications. By subscribing, the user consents to receiving those communications unless and until the user unsubscribes.
The user may opt out at any time using the unsubscribe mechanism in the communication or by contacting LaunchLink.
12. Privacy
LaunchLink’s collection and handling of personal information through the Website is described in its Privacy Policy, as published on the Website from time to time.
13. Cookies and analytics
The Website may use cookies, analytics tools, pixels and similar technologies. By continuing to use the Website, the user acknowledges that these technologies may be used in accordance with LaunchLink’s Privacy Policy and any cookie settings made available on the Website.
14. Security
While LaunchLink takes reasonable steps to maintain the security of the Website, LaunchLink does not guarantee that the Website is free from viruses, malicious code or security vulnerabilities.
A user is responsible for implementing its own security precautions, including anti-virus protections and secure systems.
15. Disclaimer and limitation of liability
To the maximum extent permitted by law, LaunchLink excludes all liability for any loss, damage, cost or expense suffered or incurred by any person arising out of or in connection with use of, or reliance on, the Website or any linked site.
Without limitation, LaunchLink is not liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, special or exemplary loss, business interruption, loss of data, loss of profit, loss of opportunity, reputational harm or system damage arising from use of the Website.
If a non-excludable statutory guarantee or condition applies, LaunchLink’s liability is limited, to the extent permitted by law, to the resupply of the relevant services or the cost of resupply to its paying customers only.
Nothing in these Terms excludes rights that cannot lawfully be excluded under applicable law.
16. Indemnity
The user indemnifies LaunchLink and its officers, employees and agents against any loss, liability, claim, cost or expense arising from the user’s breach of these Terms, misuse of the Website, or infringement of any third-party right.
17. Suspension and termination of Website access
LaunchLink may suspend, block or terminate a user’s access to the Website at any time, without notice, if LaunchLink reasonably considers that the user has breached these Terms or that suspension is necessary to protect the Website, LaunchLink or others.
18. Changes to these Terms
LaunchLink may amend these Terms and Conditions from time to time by publishing an updated version on the Website. The updated Terms take effect when published. Continued use of the Website constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.
19. Severability
If any provision of these Terms is held to be invalid, illegal or unenforceable, that provision is to be read down or severed to the extent necessary, and the remaining provisions continue in full force.
20. Governing law
These Terms and Conditions are governed by the laws of Victoria, Australia. The courts of Victoria and the Commonwealth courts sitting in Victoria have exclusive jurisdiction in connection with these Terms and the Website.
21. Contact details
LaunchLink Communications Pty Ltd
hello@launchlink.co | 54 Wellington St Colligwood VIC 3066