By accessing and using the Thalidomide Memorial website ("the Site"), you accept and agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use the Site. These terms apply to all visitors, users, and others who access or use the Site, including those who submit tributes or contact messages.

The Thalidomide Memorial website is a non-commercial memorial site established to: • Provide a permanent place of remembrance for those whose lives were affected by Thalidomide • Allow families and friends to submit tributes to loved ones who have passed away • Share historical information about the Thalidomide tragedy • Provide information about memorial ceremonies and events The Site is not affiliated with any pharmaceutical company, government body, or compensation scheme.

When you submit a tribute through the Site, you agree to the following: 3.1 Accuracy: The information you provide is accurate and truthful to the best of your knowledge. 3.2 Consent: You have the right to share the information contained in the tribute, including any details about the person being remembered. 3.3 Content standards: Your tribute does not contain defamatory, offensive, or inappropriate content. Tributes must be respectful and in keeping with the solemn nature of this memorial. 3.4 Moderation: All tributes are subject to review and approval by our administrators before publication. We reserve the right to decline to publish any tribute that does not meet our content standards, without obligation to provide reasons. 3.5 Permanent publication: Once approved and published, tributes will remain on the Site permanently. If you wish to request the removal or amendment of a published tribute, please contact us. 3.6 Licence: By submitting a tribute, you grant the Thalidomide Memorial a non-exclusive, royalty-free licence to display the tribute on the Site.

4.1 When you submit a tribute, we collect your name, email address, and the content of your tribute. Your email address will not be published on the Site. 4.2 When you submit a contact message, we collect your name, email address, and the content of your message. 4.3 We use the information you provide solely for the purposes of operating the memorial and responding to your enquiries. 4.4 We do not sell, share, or transfer your personal data to third parties, except where required by law. 4.5 You have the right to request access to, correction of, or deletion of your personal data. To exercise these rights, please contact us through the Contact page. 4.6 By using the Site, you consent to the collection and use of your information as described in these terms.

5.1 The content of this Site, including text, design, and layout, is the property of the Thalidomide Memorial and is protected by copyright. 5.2 You may not reproduce, distribute, or use any content from this Site without prior written permission, except for personal, non-commercial use. 5.3 Tribute content submitted by users remains the intellectual property of the submitter, subject to the licence granted in section 3.6.

6.1 The Thalidomide Memorial makes every effort to ensure the accuracy of information on the Site, but cannot guarantee that all information is complete, accurate, or up to date. 6.2 The Site is provided on an "as is" basis. We make no warranties, express or implied, regarding the availability, reliability, or suitability of the Site for any purpose. 6.3 To the fullest extent permitted by law, the Thalidomide Memorial shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential loss or damage arising from your use of the Site.

The Site may contain links to external websites for informational purposes. We are not responsible for the content, accuracy, or privacy practices of any external sites. The inclusion of a link does not constitute endorsement.

We reserve the right to update these Terms and Conditions at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Your continued use of the Site following any changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised terms.

If you have any questions about these Terms and Conditions, or wish to exercise any of your rights under them, please contact us through the Contact page on this Site.