Terms and Conditions
1. Introduction
These Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of the Blockchain Britain website (the “Website”) and any related services provided by us (“Blockchain Britain”, “we”, “us”, or “our”).
By accessing or using the Website, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agree to be legally bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, you must immediately cease using the Website.
We recommend that you retain a copy of these Terms for your records.
2. Regulatory Status and Financial Promotion Disclaimer
2.1 No Financial Advice
The content provided on this Website is for general informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute:
- Financial advice
- Investment advice
- Legal advice
- Tax advice
You must not rely on any content as a substitute for professional advice tailored to your circumstances.
2.2 No Regulated Activity
Blockchain Britain is not authorised or regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority unless expressly stated.
Nothing on this Website constitutes:
- An invitation or inducement to engage in investment activity; or
- A financial promotion within the meaning of the Financial Services and Markets Act 2000 unless expressly identified as such.
2.3 High-Risk Warning
Cryptoassets and blockchain-related investments are high risk and may result in the loss of all capital. You should only invest what you can afford to lose and should seek independent advice where appropriate.
3. Eligibility
The Website is intended for individuals aged 18 years or over. By using the Website, you confirm that you meet this requirement or have obtained appropriate consent.
4. Intellectual Property Rights
All intellectual property rights in the Website and its content (“Content”) are owned by or licensed to Blockchain Britain.
You are granted a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable licence to access and use the Website for personal, non-commercial use only.
5. Acceptable Use
You agree to use the Website only for lawful purposes and in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations, including those of the United Kingdom.
You must not:
- Engage in unlawful, fraudulent, or harmful activity;
- Attempt unauthorised access to any system or network;
- Distribute malware or harmful code;
- Conduct data mining, scraping, or automated extraction without consent;
- Use the Website for unauthorised commercial purposes;
- Interfere with the operation or security of the Website.
6. Cryptoasset and Blockchain Content Disclaimer
Content relating to blockchain technologies, cryptocurrencies, decentralised finance (DeFi), or digital assets is provided for informational purposes only.
We do not guarantee:
- Accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of such content;
- Regulatory status of any asset or platform;
- Suitability of any technology or investment.
You are solely responsible for:
- Conducting your own due diligence;
- Complying with applicable laws and regulations;
- Assessing risk before engaging with any cryptoasset or blockchain service.
7. Third-Party Content and Links
The Website may include links to third-party websites, platforms, or services.
We:
- Do not control or endorse third-party content;
- Accept no responsibility for third-party services or transactions;
- Make no representations regarding their accuracy or legality.
Any engagement with third parties is undertaken at your own risk.
8. User Content
By submitting any content to the Website (“User Content”), you grant Blockchain Britain a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free, irrevocable licence to use, reproduce, modify, publish, and distribute such content.
You warrant that:
- You have the right to submit the content;
- It does not infringe third-party rights;
- It complies with applicable law.
We reserve the right to remove User Content at our sole discretion.
9. Data Protection and Privacy (UK GDPR)
9.1 Compliance Framework
We process personal data in accordance with:
- The UK General Data Protection Regulation
- The Data Protection Act 2018
9.2 Lawful Basis for Processing
We may process personal data on the following lawful bases:
- Consent
- Performance of a contract
- Compliance with legal obligations
- Legitimate interests (provided such interests do not override your rights)
9.3 Data Collected
We may collect and process:
- Technical data (e.g. IP address, browser type, device information);
- Usage data (e.g. browsing behaviour);
- Contact details where voluntarily provided.
9.4 Your Rights
Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:
- Access your personal data;
- Rectify inaccurate data;
- Request erasure (“right to be forgotten”);
- Restrict or object to processing;
- Data portability;
- Lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office.
9.5 Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to safeguard personal data. However, no system is entirely secure, and transmission of data is at your own risk.
10. Cookies
We use cookies to enhance functionality and analyse Website usage. By using the Website, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with our Cookie Policy.
11. Disclaimers
The Website and all Content are provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis without warranties of any kind.
We make no representations or warranties regarding:
- Accuracy or completeness of Content;
- Availability or uninterrupted operation;
- Fitness for any particular purpose.
12. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Blockchain Britain shall not be liable for any:
- Indirect, incidental, or consequential loss;
- Loss of profits, data, or business opportunity;
- Loss arising from reliance on Website content.
Nothing in these Terms excludes liability for:
- Death or personal injury caused by negligence;
- Fraud or fraudulent misrepresentation;
- Any liability which cannot lawfully be excluded.
13. Indemnity
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Blockchain Britain and its affiliates against all claims, liabilities, damages, and expenses arising from:
- Your use of the Website;
- Your breach of these Terms;
- Your violation of any applicable law.
14. Termination
We may suspend or terminate your access to the Website at any time, without notice, where we reasonably believe you have breached these Terms or applicable law.
15. Governing Law and Jurisdiction
These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of England and Wales.
You agree to submit to the non-exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.
16. Severability
If any provision of these Terms is held invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.
17. Variation
We reserve the right to amend these Terms at any time. Continued use of the Website constitutes acceptance of any revised Terms.
18. Assignment
We may assign or transfer our rights and obligations under these Terms without notice.
You may not assign your rights without our prior written consent.
19. Waiver
Failure to enforce any provision shall not constitute a waiver of that provision or any other rights.
20. Entire Agreement
These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and Blockchain Britain and supersede all prior agreements relating to the Website.
21. Contact
For enquiries, complaints, or data-related requests, please contact:
admin@blockchain-britain.co.uk