Terms & Conditions

Effective Date: January 1, 2025
Last Updated: January 1, 2025

1. Agreement to Terms

Welcome to Retrosland. These Terms and Conditions ("Terms," "Agreement") constitute a legally binding agreement between you ("User," "you," or "your") and Retrosland ("Company," "we," "our," or "us"), governing your access to and use of the website https://retrosland.com (the "Site") and all related services, content, features, and functionality (collectively, the "Services").

By accessing, browsing, or using our Site, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms, as well as our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated herein by reference. If you do not agree to these Terms, you must not access or use our Services.

Important: These Terms contain provisions that limit our liability and require individual arbitration of disputes. Please read them carefully.

2. About Retrosland

Retrosland is an entertainment and informational blog dedicated to retro gaming, pixel art, classic game reviews, and nostalgic gaming content. We provide:

Business Information:
Retrosland
711 Jeanie Spring Apt. 775
Port Webster, NU P0L 7R8
Canada
Registration Number: 31276528

3. Eligibility and User Representations

3.1 Age Requirements

By using our Services, you represent and warrant that:

3.2 Account Registration

If we offer account registration or subscription services, you agree to:

4. Acceptable Use Policy

4.1 Permitted Use

You may use our Services for lawful purposes in accordance with these Terms, including:

4.2 Prohibited Activities

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

Content and Communication Violations:

Technical and Security Violations:

Intellectual Property Violations:

Misuse of Services:

5. Intellectual Property Rights

5.1 Our Proprietary Rights

All content, features, and functionality available through the Services, including but not limited to:

are owned by Retrosland, our licensors, or other content providers, and are protected by Canadian and international copyright, trademark, patent, trade secret, and other intellectual property laws.

5.2 Limited License

We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, non-sublicensable, revocable license to access and use the Services for personal, non-commercial purposes, subject to your compliance with these Terms. This license does not include any right to:

5.3 User-Generated Content

If you submit, post, or transmit any content through our Services (such as comments, feedback, suggestions, or other materials), you grant us a worldwide, perpetual, irrevocable, royalty-free, fully sublicensable license to use, reproduce, modify, adapt, publish, translate, create derivative works from, distribute, and display such content in any media or platform, for any purpose, including commercial purposes.

You represent and warrant that you own or have the necessary rights to grant this license and that your content does not violate any third-party rights or applicable laws.

5.4 Third-Party Content

Our Site may reference or include content from third-party sources, including game publishers, developers, and other content creators. All third-party trademarks, service marks, and logos are the property of their respective owners. Our use of such marks is for editorial and informational purposes and does not imply endorsement or affiliation.

6. Privacy and Data Protection

Your privacy is important to us. Our collection, use, and disclosure of personal information is governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference. By using our Services, you consent to our data practices as described in the Privacy Policy.

Key aspects of our data practices include:

Please review our Privacy Policy at [privacy-policy.html] for complete details.

7. Third-Party Links and Services

Our Site may contain links to third-party websites, services, advertisements, or resources that are not owned or controlled by Retrosland. These links are provided for your convenience and information.

7.1 No Endorsement

The inclusion of any link does not imply endorsement, approval, or recommendation by Retrosland. We have no control over and assume no responsibility for:

7.2 Your Responsibility

You acknowledge and agree that:

8. Disclaimers and Limitations of Liability

8.1 "AS IS" and "AS AVAILABLE" Disclaimer

IMPORTANT: THE SERVICES ARE PROVIDED ON AN "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" BASIS WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

8.2 Content Accuracy Disclaimer

While we strive to provide accurate and up-to-date information about retro gaming, pixel art, and related topics:

8.3 Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, IN NO EVENT SHALL RETROSLAND, ITS OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, AGENTS, OR AFFILIATES BE LIABLE FOR:

WHETHER BASED ON WARRANTY, CONTRACT, TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE), PRODUCT LIABILITY, OR ANY OTHER LEGAL THEORY, AND WHETHER OR NOT WE HAVE BEEN INFORMED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGE.

OUR TOTAL LIABILITY TO YOU FOR ALL CLAIMS ARISING FROM OR RELATED TO THE SERVICES SHALL NOT EXCEED THE AMOUNT YOU PAID US, IF ANY, IN THE TWELVE (12) MONTHS PRECEDING THE CLAIM, OR ONE HUNDRED DOLLARS ($100 CAD), WHICHEVER IS GREATER.

8.4 Jurisdictional Limitations

Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of certain warranties or damages. In such jurisdictions, our liability shall be limited to the maximum extent permitted by law.

9. Indemnification

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless Retrosland, its officers, directors, employees, agents, affiliates, licensors, and service providers from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, judgments, awards, losses, costs, expenses, or fees (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of or relating to:

10. Modifications and Termination

10.1 Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify, amend, or update these Terms at any time. When we make material changes, we will:

Your continued use of the Services after any changes constitutes acceptance of the modified Terms. If you do not agree to the changes, you must stop using the Services immediately.

10.2 Changes to Services

We reserve the right to:

We will not be liable to you or any third party for any modification, suspension, or discontinuation of the Services.

10.3 Termination by Us

We may terminate or suspend your access to the Services immediately, without prior notice or liability, for any reason, including:

10.4 Termination by You

You may stop using the Services at any time. If you have an account with us, you may request account deletion by contacting us at info@retrosland.com.

10.5 Effect of Termination

Upon termination:

11. Dispute Resolution

11.1 Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Province of Nunavut and the federal laws of Canada applicable therein, without regard to conflict of law principles.

11.2 Informal Resolution

Before initiating any formal legal proceeding, you agree to first contact us to attempt to resolve any dispute informally. Please send a detailed description of your dispute to info@retrosland.com. We will attempt to resolve the matter within 30 days.

11.3 Jurisdiction and Venue

Subject to the arbitration provision below, you agree that any legal action or proceeding arising from or related to these Terms or the Services shall be brought exclusively in the courts located in Nunavut, Canada, and you consent to the personal jurisdiction of such courts.

11.4 Arbitration Agreement

For any dispute that cannot be resolved informally, you and Retrosland agree to resolve the dispute through binding arbitration administered by a recognized Canadian arbitration service, except that you may assert claims in small claims court if your claims qualify.

The arbitration will be conducted in English in Nunavut, Canada, unless otherwise agreed. The arbitrator's decision will be final and binding, and judgment on the award may be entered in any court of competent jurisdiction.

11.5 Class Action Waiver

TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, YOU AND RETROSLAND AGREE THAT EACH MAY BRING CLAIMS AGAINST THE OTHER ONLY IN YOUR OR ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY AND NOT AS A PLAINTIFF OR CLASS MEMBER IN ANY PURPORTED CLASS OR REPRESENTATIVE PROCEEDING.

12. General Provisions

12.1 Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and any other legal notices published on the Site, constitute the entire agreement between you and Retrosland concerning the Services and supersede all prior agreements and understandings.

12.2 Severability

If any provision of these Terms is held to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect, and the invalid provision shall be modified to reflect the parties' intention to the maximum extent permitted by law.

12.3 Waiver

Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms will not be considered a waiver of those rights. Any waiver must be in writing and signed by an authorized representative of Retrosland.

12.4 Assignment

You may not assign, transfer, or delegate your rights or obligations under these Terms without our prior written consent. We may assign or transfer our rights and obligations without restriction. These Terms will bind and inure to the benefit of the parties' permitted successors and assigns.

12.5 Force Majeure

We shall not be liable for any failure or delay in performance due to causes beyond our reasonable control, including acts of God, natural disasters, war, terrorism, riots, labor disputes, government actions, or internet failures.

12.6 No Agency Relationship

No agency, partnership, joint venture, or employment relationship is created between you and Retrosland as a result of these Terms or your use of the Services.

12.7 Notices

We may provide notices to you via email, regular mail, or postings on the Site. Notices to Retrosland should be sent to the address provided in Section 13 below.

12.8 Language

These Terms are provided in English. If we provide a translation, the English version will control in case of any discrepancy or inconsistency.

13. Contact Information

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding these Terms, please contact us:

Retrosland
711 Jeanie Spring Apt. 775
Port Webster, NU P0L 7R8
Canada

Phone: +1 203 854 4188
Email: info@retrosland.com
Website: https://retrosland.com

Business Registration Number: 31276528

Business Hours: Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (MST)

14. Acknowledgment

BY USING OUR SERVICES, YOU ACKNOWLEDGE THAT YOU HAVE READ, UNDERSTOOD, AND AGREE TO BE BOUND BY THESE TERMS AND CONDITIONS. IF YOU DO NOT AGREE TO THESE TERMS, YOU MUST NOT ACCESS OR USE OUR SERVICES.


Thank you for choosing Retrosland as your source for retro gaming content. We appreciate your compliance with these Terms and look forward to serving you.