Terms of Use

Acceptance of Terms

Welcome to Mindora Journey. By accessing or using our website and services, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use. If you do not agree with any part of these terms, you should not use our website or services.

These terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you and Mindora Journey Limited. We reserve the right to modify these terms at any time, and such modifications will be effective immediately upon posting. Your continued use of our services after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the modified terms.

About Our Services

Mindora Journey Limited provides professional photography and visual art services, including but not limited to portrait photography, event coverage, commercial photography, and fine art prints. We also operate this website to provide information about our services and facilitate communication with potential and existing clients.

Website Use

Permitted Use

You may use our website for lawful purposes only. Specifically, you may:

• Browse our website and view publicly available content
• Contact us regarding our services
• Access information about our photography offerings
• View our portfolio and service examples

Prohibited Activities

You agree not to engage in any of the following prohibited activities:

• Using our website in any way that violates applicable laws or regulations
• Attempting to gain unauthorized access to our systems or networks
• Interfering with the proper functioning of our website
• Copying, reproducing, or distributing our content without permission
• Using automated systems or software to extract data from our website
• Impersonating any person or entity or misrepresenting your affiliation
• Transmitting viruses, malware, or other harmful code
• Engaging in any activity that could damage our reputation or business interests

Intellectual Property Rights

Our Content

All content on this website, including but not limited to text, images, graphics, logos, photographs, and software, is the property of Mindora Journey Limited or its content suppliers and is protected by United Kingdom and international copyright laws.

You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, create derivative works from, publicly display, or exploit any content from our website without our explicit written permission.

Photography Copyright

All photographs created by Mindora Journey are protected by copyright. We retain copyright ownership of all images we produce, unless explicitly transferred in writing as part of a specific agreement.

Clients receive usage rights as specified in their service agreements. These rights do not include copyright ownership unless expressly stated in a written contract.

Your Content

If you submit content to us through our website, including messages, feedback, or suggestions, you grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual, and worldwide license to use, reproduce, and distribute such content for business purposes.

Service Agreements

Booking and Engagement

Engagement of our photography services requires a separate written agreement detailing the specific terms, deliverables, timeline, and fees for each project. These Terms of Use apply to website usage; individual service agreements govern the actual provision of photography services.

Pricing and Payment

Prices displayed on our website are indicative and subject to confirmation. Final pricing is established in individual service agreements. We reserve the right to modify our pricing at any time without prior notice, though such changes will not affect existing confirmed bookings.

Payment terms are specified in individual service agreements and typically include deposit requirements and final payment schedules.

Cancellation and Rescheduling

Cancellation and rescheduling policies vary by service type and are detailed in individual agreements. Generally, deposits are non-refundable within certain timeframes, and rescheduling is subject to availability.

Image Usage and Model Releases

Portfolio and Marketing Use

We may request permission to use selected images from client projects for portfolio display, marketing materials, website galleries, and promotional purposes. Such use requires explicit consent, which is typically obtained through model releases or contractual clauses.

You have the right to decline permission for marketing use without affecting the delivery of your commissioned images or services.

Client Usage Rights

Clients receive usage rights as specified in their service agreements. These rights define how, where, and for how long you may use the commissioned photographs. Common rights include personal use, commercial use, print rights, and digital rights, depending on the agreement.

Using images beyond the scope of granted rights constitutes copyright infringement and may result in legal action.

Warranties and Disclaimers

Website Availability

While we strive to maintain website availability, we do not guarantee uninterrupted access. Our website may be temporarily unavailable due to maintenance, technical issues, or circumstances beyond our control. We are not liable for any loss or inconvenience resulting from website unavailability.

Information Accuracy

We make reasonable efforts to ensure information on our website is accurate and current. However, we do not warrant the completeness, accuracy, or reliability of any content. Website content is provided for informational purposes and should not be solely relied upon for making decisions.

Service Delivery

We commit to delivering high-quality photography services in accordance with individual service agreements. However, we cannot guarantee specific creative outcomes or that photographs will meet subjective expectations. Our obligations and any warranties related to service delivery are detailed in individual agreements.

Disclaimer of Warranties

To the fullest extent permitted by law, our website and services are provided "as is" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement.

Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, Mindora Journey Limited shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from or related to your use of our website or services, even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages.

Our total liability for any claims arising from or related to our services shall not exceed the amount paid by you for the specific service giving rise to the claim.

Nothing in these terms excludes or limits our liability for death or personal injury caused by negligence, fraud, or any other liability that cannot be excluded or limited under applicable law.

Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Mindora Journey Limited, its directors, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, and expenses (including legal fees) arising from your breach of these Terms of Use, your use of our website, or your violation of any rights of another party.

Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites for your convenience. We do not endorse, control, or assume responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party websites. Accessing third-party websites is at your own risk, and you should review their terms and policies.

Privacy and Data Protection

Our collection and use of personal information is governed by our Privacy Policy and GDPR compliance documentation. By using our website and services, you consent to such collection and use in accordance with those policies.

Dispute Resolution

Governing Law

These Terms of Use are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of England and Wales, without regard to conflict of law principles.

Jurisdiction

Any disputes arising from these terms or your use of our website shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.

Informal Resolution

Before pursuing formal legal action, we encourage you to contact us to seek informal resolution of any disputes. Many issues can be resolved through direct communication.

Force Majeure

We shall not be liable for any failure or delay in performing our obligations due to circumstances beyond our reasonable control, including but not limited to acts of God, natural disasters, war, terrorism, labor disputes, governmental actions, or technical failures.

In such circumstances, our obligations will be suspended for the duration of the force majeure event, and we will make reasonable efforts to minimize the impact and resume normal operations as soon as possible.

Severability

If any provision of these Terms of Use is found to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect. The invalid provision shall be modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it valid and enforceable while preserving its original intent.

Entire Agreement

These Terms of Use, together with our Privacy Policy, Cookies Policy, and any individual service agreements, constitute the entire agreement between you and Mindora Journey Limited regarding your use of our website and services, superseding any prior agreements or understandings.

Waiver

Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms of Use shall not constitute a waiver of such right or provision. Any waiver must be in writing and signed by an authorized representative of Mindora Journey Limited.

Assignment

You may not assign or transfer these Terms of Use or any rights granted hereunder without our prior written consent. We may assign these terms or any rights and obligations hereunder without restriction.

Contact for Legal Matters

For questions regarding these Terms of Use or legal matters concerning our services, please contact us:

Mindora Journey Limited
42 Thomas Street
Manchester M4 1NA
United Kingdom
Email: [email protected]

Modifications to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms of Use at any time. Material changes will be communicated through our website, and we will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page. Your continued use of our website or services after such modifications constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.

For significant changes affecting your rights, we may provide additional notice through email or prominent website notification.

Survival

Provisions of these Terms of Use that by their nature should survive termination shall survive, including but not limited to intellectual property rights, disclaimers, limitations of liability, and dispute resolution provisions.