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	: 2.4 Account names cannot be changed. If you want a different account name, create a new account and request that the site administrator transfers the files.		: 2.4 Account names cannot be changed. If you want a different account name, create a new account and request that the site administrator transfers the files.

	: 2.5 If you have reason to believe that your account is no longer secure (for example, in the event of a loss, theft, or unauthorised disclosure of your password), promptly change your password. If you cannot access your account to change your password, notify us at earthwise@ bgs.ac.uk.		: 2.5 If you have reason to believe that your account is no longer secure (for example, in the event of a loss, theft, or unauthorised disclosure of your password), promptly change your password. If you cannot access your account to change your password, notify us at earthwise@bgs.ac.uk.

	==Rules for using Earthwise==		==Rules for using Earthwise==

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	: 1.1 Earthwise is operated by the British Geological Survey (BGS), a Public Sector Research Establishment in the United Kingdom whose legal entity is the Natural Environment Research Council (NERC). BGS was established in 1835.It is the world's oldest national geological survey and the United Kingdom's premier centre for earth science information and expertise. The BGS provides expert services and impartial advice in all areas of geoscience. Our client base is drawn from the public and private sectors both in the UK and internationally.		: 1.1 Earthwise is operated by the British Geological Survey (BGS), a Public Sector Research Establishment in the United Kingdom whose legal entity is the Natural Environment Research Council (NERC). BGS was established in 1835.It is the world's oldest national geological survey and the United Kingdom's premier centre for earth science information and expertise. The BGS provides expert services and impartial advice in all areas of geoscience. Our client base is drawn from the public and private sectors both in the UK and internationally.

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	==1. User agreement==		# ==User agreement==

	: 1.1 Earthwise is operated by the British Geological Survey (BGS), a Public Sector Research Establishment in the United Kingdom whose legal entity is the Natural Environment Research Council (NERC). BGS was established in 1835.It is the world's oldest national geological survey and the United Kingdom's premier centre for earth science information and expertise. The BGS provides expert services and impartial advice in all areas of geoscience. Our client base is drawn from the public and private sectors both in the UK and internationally.		: 1.1 Earthwise is operated by the British Geological Survey (BGS), a Public Sector Research Establishment in the United Kingdom whose legal entity is the Natural Environment Research Council (NERC). BGS was established in 1835.It is the world's oldest national geological survey and the United Kingdom's premier centre for earth science information and expertise. The BGS provides expert services and impartial advice in all areas of geoscience. Our client base is drawn from the public and private sectors both in the UK and internationally.

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	: 1.2 These Terms of Use constitute an agreement between you and BGS that governs your use of Earthwise and all the associated services (collectively ‘Earthwise’). Please read the Terms of Use carefully. By using this Earthwise site you agree that you have read, understood, and accepted the terms and conditions in the Terms of Use. If you do not agree with any of these conditions, please do not use Earthwise.		: 1.2 These Terms of Use constitute an agreement between you and BGS that governs your use of Earthwise and all the associated services (collectively ‘Earthwise’). Please read the Terms of Use carefully. By using this Earthwise site you agree that you have read, understood, and accepted the terms and conditions in the Terms of Use. If you do not agree with any of these conditions, please do not use Earthwise.

	: 1.3 BGS, as a public sector body, treats your privacy with extreme care. Please read our Privacy ~~Policy~~ which identifies how Earthwise uses, collects, and stores information it collects through Earthwise services. We will only hold your personal information for as long as is required and simply to affect your use of the Earthwise site.		: 1.3 BGS, as a public sector body, treats your privacy with extreme care. Please read our [[Earthwise:Privacy policy\|Privacy policy]] which identifies how Earthwise uses, collects, and stores information it collects through Earthwise services. We will only hold your personal information for as long as is required and simply to affect your use of the Earthwise site.

	: 1.4 BGS also operates a Personal Information Charter. By using Earthwise, you additionally agree that you are content with BGS’s [[Earthwise:Privacy policy\|Privacy policy]].		: 1.4 BGS also operates a Personal Information Charter. By using Earthwise, you additionally agree that you are content with BGS’s [[Earthwise:Privacy policy\|Privacy policy]].
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	==2. Registering as a Earthwise user==		==2. Registering as a Earthwise user==

	: 2.1 In order to use some features of the Earthwise services, you will need to register with Earthwise and create an account. Creating an account is optional, but without an account you will not be able to save or publish articles or comments on Earthwise. When registering for a personal account, you will be asked to provide certain personal information, such as your email address, username, real name and a brief personal biography. Please see BGS’s Privacy ~~Policy~~ regarding data retention and usage policies.		: 2.1 In order to use some features of the Earthwise services, you will need to register with Earthwise and create an account. Creating an account is optional, but without an account you will not be able to save or publish articles or comments on Earthwise. When registering for a personal account, you will be asked to provide certain personal information, such as your email address, username, real name and a brief personal biography. Please see BGS’s [[Earthwise:Privacy policy\|Privacy policy]] regarding data retention and usage policies.

	: 2.2 You are responsible for keeping your password secret and your account secure. You are solely responsible for any use of your account, even if your account is used by another person. If any use of your account violates the Registration Agreement, your account may be suspended or deleted.		: 2.2 You are responsible for keeping your password secret and your account secure. You are solely responsible for any use of your account, even if your account is used by another person. If any use of your account violates the Registration Agreement, your account may be suspended or deleted.

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	: 1.3 BGS, as a public sector body, treats your privacy with extreme care. Please read our Privacy Policy which identifies how Earthwise uses, collects, and stores information it collects through Earthwise services. We will only hold your personal information for as long as is required and simply to affect your use of the Earthwise site.		: 1.3 BGS, as a public sector body, treats your privacy with extreme care. Please read our Privacy Policy which identifies how Earthwise uses, collects, and stores information it collects through Earthwise services. We will only hold your personal information for as long as is required and simply to affect your use of the Earthwise site.

	: 1.4 BGS also operates a Personal Information Charter. By using Earthwise, you additionally agree that you are content with BGS’s [[Earthwise:Privacy policy:Privacy policy]].		: 1.4 BGS also operates a Personal Information Charter. By using Earthwise, you additionally agree that you are content with BGS’s [[Earthwise:Privacy policy\|Privacy policy]].

	: 1.5 Earthwise is open to all Users and for all purposes, and we ask that you keep this in mind when using the Earthwise services.		: 1.5 Earthwise is open to all Users and for all purposes, and we ask that you keep this in mind when using the Earthwise services.

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	: 2.4 Account names cannot be changed. If you want a different account name, create a new account and request that the site administrator transfers the files.		: 2.4 Account names cannot be changed. If you want a different account name, create a new account and request that the site administrator transfers the files.

	: 2.5 If you have reason to believe that your account is no longer secure (for example, in the event of a loss, theft, or ~~unauthorized~~ disclosure of your password), promptly change your password. If you cannot access your account to change your password, notify us at earthwise@ bgs.ac.uk.		: 2.5 If you have reason to believe that your account is no longer secure (for example, in the event of a loss, theft, or unauthorised disclosure of your password), promptly change your password. If you cannot access your account to change your password, notify us at earthwise@ bgs.ac.uk.

	==Rules for using Earthwise==		==Rules for using Earthwise==
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	:: 6. asks any other user for personally identifying information, contact information, or passwords or		:: 6. asks any other user for personally identifying information, contact information, or passwords or

	:: 7. exposes any ~~others~~ person's personal information or identity, contact information, or passwords without that person's permission.		:: 7. exposes any other person's personal information or identity, contact information, or passwords without that person's permission.

	: 3.3 You agree to comply with all applicable laws and regulations when you use Earthwise . You may not use Earthwise in any unlawful way, including to harass, stalk, or defame any other person.		: 3.3 You agree to comply with all applicable laws and regulations when you use Earthwise . You may not use Earthwise in any unlawful way, including to harass, stalk, or defame any other person.
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	==4. User-generated content and licensing==		==4. User-generated content and licensing==

	: 4.1 For the purposes of the Terms of Use, "user-generated content" includes any articles, comments, forum posts, or links to third party websites that a user submits to Earthwise.		: 4.1 For the purposes of the Terms of Use, "user-generated content" includes any articles, comments, forum posts, or links to third-party websites that a user submits to Earthwise.

	: 4.2 BGS’s Earthwise staff ~~encourages~~ everyone to foster creativity by freely sharing code, text, images, and other works. However, we also understand the need for individuals and companies to protect their copyright and other valuable intellectual property rights. You are responsible for making sure you have the necessary rights, licenses, or permission for any user-generated content you submit to Earthwise.		: 4.2 BGS’s Earthwise staff encourage everyone to foster creativity by freely sharing code, text, images, and other works. However, we also understand the need for individuals and companies to protect their copyright and other valuable intellectual property rights. You are responsible for making sure you have the necessary rights, licenses, or permission for any user-generated content you submit to Earthwise.

	: 4.3 All user-generated content you submit to Earthwise is licensed to and through Earthwise under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported Licence (CC BY-SA). This meets BGS’s commitment to using a Wikimedia site and in line with the Wikimedia Foundation Inc. terms and conditions. This allows others to view and remix your content. This license also allows Earthwise to display, distribute, and reproduce your content on the Earthwise website. If you do not want to license your content under this licence, then do not share it on Earthwise.		: 4.3 All user-generated content you submit to Earthwise is licensed to and through Earthwise under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported Licence (CC BY-SA). This meets BGS’s commitment to using a Wikimedia site and in line with the Wikimedia Foundation Inc. terms and conditions. This allows others to view and remix your content. This license also allows Earthwise to display, distribute, and reproduce your content on the Earthwise website. If you do not want to license your content under this licence, then do not share it on Earthwise.
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	: 5.1 Except for any user-generated content or rights of the Wikimedia Foundation, BGS owns and retains all rights in and to the Earthwise code, the design, functionality, and architecture of Earthwise, and any software or content provided through Earthwise (collectively "the Earthwise IP"). If you want to use Earthwise IP in a way that is not permitted by these Terms of Use, you must first contact BGS. Except for any rights explicitly granted under these Terms of Use, you are not granted any rights in and to any Earthwise IP.		: 5.1 Except for any user-generated content or rights of the Wikimedia Foundation, BGS owns and retains all rights in and to the Earthwise code, the design, functionality, and architecture of Earthwise, and any software or content provided through Earthwise (collectively "the Earthwise IP"). If you want to use Earthwise IP in a way that is not permitted by these Terms of Use, you must first contact BGS. Except for any rights explicitly granted under these Terms of Use, you are not granted any rights in and to any Earthwise IP.

	: 5.2 Earthwise provides support materials, including images, sounds, and sample code, to help Earthwise users. Support materials are licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported Licence (CC BY-SA). You may also use screenshots of Earthwise under the same licence. Please note that this does not apply to materials that are also BGS trademarks or other third party trademarks as described in parts 5.4 and 5.5, below. The Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported Licence (CC BY-SA) requires you to attribute any material you use to the original author. When you use Earthwise support materials, or screenshots of the Earthwise website, please use the following attribution: "Earthwise BGS©NERC."		: 5.2 Earthwise provides support materials, including images, sounds, and sample code, to help Earthwise users. Support materials are licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported Licence (CC BY-SA). You may also use screenshots of Earthwise under the same licence. Please note that this does not apply to materials that are also BGS trademarks or other third-party trademarks as described in parts 5.4 and 5.5, below. The Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported Licence (CC BY-SA) requires you to attribute any material you use to the original author. When you use Earthwise support materials, or screenshots of the Earthwise website, please use the following attribution: "Earthwise BGS©NERC."

	: 5.3 The term ‘Earthwise’ is a European Community Trademark owned by the Natural Environment Research Council. Unless you are licensed by BGS or NERC under a specific licensing ~~program~~ or agreement, you many not use the Earthwise, BGS or NERC logos to label, promote, or endorse any product or service. You may use the Earthwise logo to refer to the Earthwise wiki site.		: 5.3 The term ‘Earthwise’ is a European Community Trademark owned by the Natural Environment Research Council. Unless you are licensed by BGS or NERC under a specific licensing programme or agreement, you many not use the Earthwise, BGS or NERC logos to label, promote, or endorse any product or service. You may use the Earthwise logo to refer to the Earthwise wiki site.

	: 5.4 The Earthwise support materials library may contain images and content that are intellectual property of third parties. The fact that materials are included in the Earthwise support materials library does not in any way limit or reduce intellectual property rights (“IPR”), including trademark rights, otherwise available to the owners of the IPR. Nothing in these Terms of Use or the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported Licence (CC BY-SA) will be construed to limit or reduce any party's rights in that party's valid trademarks. You may not use these materials to label, promote, or endorse any product or service. You are solely responsible for any violation of a third party's intellectual property rights caused by your misuse of these materials.		: 5.4 The Earthwise support materials library may contain images and content that are intellectual property of third parties. The fact that materials are included in the Earthwise support materials library does not in any way limit or reduce intellectual property rights (“IPR”), including trademark rights, otherwise available to the owners of the IPR. Nothing in these Terms of Use or the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported Licence (CC BY-SA) will be construed to limit or reduce any party's rights in that party's valid trademarks. You may not use these materials to label, promote, or endorse any product or service. You are solely responsible for any violation of a third party's intellectual property rights caused by your misuse of these materials.
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	==8. Third-party websites==		==8. Third-party websites==

	: 8.1 Content on Earthwise, including user-generated content, may include links to third-party websites. The Earthwise Team is not capable of reviewing or managing third-party websites, and assumes no responsibility for the privacy practices, content, or functionality of third party websites. You agree to absolve Earthwise staff, BGS and NERC of any and all liability arising from third party websites.		: 8.1 Content on Earthwise, including user-generated content, may include links to third-party websites. The Earthwise Team is not capable of reviewing or managing third-party websites, and assumes no responsibility for the privacy practices, content, or functionality of third-party websites. You agree to absolve Earthwise staff, BGS and NERC of any and all liability arising from third-party websites.

	==9. Indemnification and limits of liability==		==9. Indemnification and limits of liability==
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	: 9.1 You agree to indemnify Earthwise, BGS and NERC and each of its officers, employees, students, visiting researchers and agents (“the Indemnified Parties”), hold them harmless and keep them fully and effectively indemnified from and against any and all claims, damages and liabilities asserted by any third party (including where applicable your employees) arising directly or indirectly from the use of the Earthwise site, except to the extent caused by the negligence of the Indemnified Party and provided that the Indemnified Party in question must:		: 9.1 You agree to indemnify Earthwise, BGS and NERC and each of its officers, employees, students, visiting researchers and agents (“the Indemnified Parties”), hold them harmless and keep them fully and effectively indemnified from and against any and all claims, damages and liabilities asserted by any third party (including where applicable your employees) arising directly or indirectly from the use of the Earthwise site, except to the extent caused by the negligence of the Indemnified Party and provided that the Indemnified Party in question must:

	:: (i) promptly notify BGS/NERC of details of the claim (ii) not make any admission in relation to the claim (iii) allow BGS/NERC to have conduct of the defence or settlement of the claim and (iv) give the BGS/NERC all reasonable assistance (at BGS/NERC’s expense) in dealing with the claim. 9.2 Nothing in these Terms and Conditions excludes or limits the liability of either you or BGS/NERC for death or personal injury arising from its negligence, or for fraud, or for any other liability that, by law, cannot be excluded or limited.		:: (i) promptly notify BGS/NERC of details of the claim (ii) not make any admission in relation to the claim (iii) allow BGS/NERC to have conduct of the defence or settlement of the claim and (iv) give the BGS/NERC all reasonable assistance (at BGS/NERC’s expense) in dealing with the claim.

			: 9.2 Nothing in these Terms and Conditions excludes or limits the liability of either you or BGS/NERC for death or personal injury arising from its negligence, or for fraud, or for any other liability that, by law, cannot be excluded or limited.

	==10. Disclaimer of warranty==		==10. Disclaimer of warranty==