Website terms of use
- Welcome
Welcome to the website of Solar Accreditation Australia Limited (SAA).
- Acceptance of Terms
By accessing, browsing or using this website (Website), you agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms of Use (Terms). Please read them carefully before continuing to use the Website. If you do not agree with any part of these terms, you may not use the Website.
- Application of Terms
These Terms are in addition to any other terms and conditions that apply to the supply of goods or services by SAA. If you do not agree to be bound by these Terms, please immediately discontinue using the Website.
- Changes to Terms
SAA reserves the right to update or modify these Terms of Use at any time without prior notice. Any such update or modification will be effective upon being posted on this Website. Your continued use of the Website after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated or modified terms.
- Copyright and Trademarks
The content on this Website, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, and images, is the property of SAA and is protected by copyright laws. All trademarks, service marks, and trade names are owned by SAA.
- Disclaimer
The information provided on this Website (Information) is for general informational purposes only. SAA makes no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, about the accuracy, completeness, reliability, or suitability of the Information, nor does SAA represent that it is suitable for your intended use. The Website may contain historical information that is not current and is provided for reference purposes only. The Information does not constitute professional advice or advice about the suitability of any goods, products or services for any circumstances or intended purposes. SAA does not represent or warrant that the Information is free from human or mechanical error, technical inaccuracies, typographical errors or other defects. Your use of this Website and the Information is at your own risk.
- Website Access
SAA will use reasonable endeavours to ensure that the Website is available continuously, but does not guarantee that access to the Website will be continuous or uninterrupted. Your access to and use of this Website is subject to these Terms. By accessing the Website, you agree to comply with all applicable laws and regulations. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account information and password and for restricting access to your computer or device. You agree to accept responsibility for all activities that occur under your account. SAA reserves the right to refuse service, terminate accounts, or restrict access to the Website at its discretion, without prior notice, for any reason, including violation of these Terms.
- Limitations of Liability
To the maximum extent permitted at law, SAA excludes liability to any party for any injury, loss or damage arising out of or relates to the use of (in the inability to use) the Website. To the maximum extent permitted at law, SAA is not liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising out of your access to or use of the Website. This includes any damages to, or viruses that may infect, your computer equipment or other property. Where liability cannot be excluded then, to the maximum extent permitted by law, any liability on the part of SAA is limited to the re-supply of the Information on the Website or the reasonable costs of having the Information resupplied.
- Security
SAA implements reasonable security measures to protect the Website and your information. However, SAA cannot guarantee the security of your information, and you acknowledge and agree that you transmit information at your own risk.
- Virus Warning
While SAA makes efforts to ensure the Website is free of viruses, it does not guarantee that the Website or its server is free of viruses or other harmful components. You are responsible for implementing sufficient procedures and checkpoints to satisfy your requirements for anti-virus protection. If your use of the Website results in the need for servicing, repair or replacement of your equipment, SAA is not liable for the costs of such service, repair or replacement.
- Use of Cookies and Web Beacons
This Website may use cookies to enhance your experience. By using the Website, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with SAA’s Privacy Policy.
- Third-Party Sites
You may from time to time be able, through hypertext or other computer links, to gain access to other websites operated by third parties (Third-Party Sites). The Third-Party Sites may have different terms of use. Unless otherwise expressly stated, the Third-Party Sites are not under SAA’s control. SAA is not responsible for the content on any Third-Party Site, or any changes or updates to them. SAA provides links to such Third-Party Sites for your convenience only. You link to any Third-Party Site at your own risk. SAA is not a party to any transaction between you and a Third-Party Site. Unless expressly stated otherwise, SAA does not sponsor, endorse, adopt, confirm, guarantee or approve of any material or representations made on any Third-Party Site.
- Online Applications
Eligibility
By using SAA’s online applications, you affirm that you possess the legal capacity to agree to and be bound by these Terms.
User Responsibilities for Online Applications
You agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information during the application process. Any false or misleading information may result in the rejection of your application or termination of your account.
Application Usage
You agree to use the online applications solely for their intended purpose. Any unauthorized use or exploitation of the applications is strictly prohibited.
Application Security
You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of any login information associated with your application account. You agree to notify us immediately of any unauthorized access or use of your account.
Application Approval and Termination
SAA reserves the right to approve or reject any application at our discretion. SAA may also terminate your access to the applications at any time, with or without cause.
Data Collection and Privacy
SAA collects, uses and stores personal information provided in the applications in accordance with our Privacy Policy. By using the applications, you consent to the collection and use of your personal information as described in the Privacy Policy.
Disclaimer of Warranties
We make no warranties or representations regarding the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of the information provided through the applications. Your use of the applications is at your own risk.
Modification of Online Applications
We reserve the right to modify or discontinue any aspect of the online applications at any time. We shall not be liable to you or any third party for any modification, suspension, or discontinuance of the applications.
- Applicable law
These Terms are governed by the laws in force in Queensland, Australia. In relation to your use or access to this Website, you irrevocably and unconditionally submit to the non-exclusive jurisdiction of the Courts of Queensland, Australia, the Federal Court of Australia, and any Courts which may hear appeals from those Courts. This Website may be accessed from Australia or overseas. SAA makes no representations that the content of this Website complies with the laws (including intellectual property laws) of any country outside Australia. If you access this Website from outside Australia, you do so at your own risk and are responsible for complying with the laws in the place where you access the Website. By accessing, browsing, using, registering, or contributing to this Website and any other area of the Website where you can post submissions or reviews or ask questions you confirm that you have read, understood, and agree to these Terms.
- Ownership of Submissions
By submitting content, you grant SAA a license to use and display the material the subject of your submission on the Website. You warrant that you have the necessary rights for the submitted content. SAA reserves the right to moderate, edit, or remove any submission violating these terms without notice. While SAA is not obligated to use or retain any submission, your voluntary feedback may be used without the obligation to compensate you. Personal information submitted is subject to SAA’s Privacy Policy. All intellectual property rights in submissions, are retained by you, and the license granted does not transfer ownership.
- Intellectual Property rights
Intellectual Property Rights: All content and materials on this Website, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, and software, are the intellectual property of SAA and are protected by applicable intellectual property laws. Users are granted a limited, non-exclusive, revocable license to access and use the Website for personal, non-commercial purposes. Any unauthorized reproduction, distribution, or use of the content without express written consent from SAA is strictly prohibited. The trademarks, service marks, and logos displayed on the Website are registered and unregistered marks owned by SAA. Nothing in these Terms grants you any right or license to use any of SAA’s trademarks without prior written permission.
17. Confidentiality
Users acknowledge that certain information provided on this Website may be confidential and proprietary to SAA. Users agree not to disclose or use any confidential information for any purpose other than their legitimate interaction with the Website. This obligation of confidentiality extends to both the duration of the user’s relationship with SAA and continues even after the termination of such relationship. SAA retains the right to take legal action against any unauthorized disclosure or use of confidential information. However, information that is publicly available or independently developed by the user without reference to SAA’s confidential information shall not be considered confidential under these terms.
18. Miscellaneous
These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and SAA regarding your use of this Website, superseding any prior agreements or understandings. Your continued use of the Website signifies your acceptance of these Terms. If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue to be valid and enforceable. The failure of a party to enforce any right or provision of these terms does not constitute a waiver of that right or provision. If you have any questions or concerns about these terms, please contact us at info@staging.saaustralia.com.au.
