📜 Terms of Service
Effective Date: 1. January 2025
Welcome to RotaryClubOfNingbo.com (also accessible via NingboRotary.com) – the official digital platform of the Rotary Club of Ningbo. By accessing or using our website, you agree to the following Terms of Service (“Terms”) that govern your use of this site and our content. Please read them carefully.
1. Who We Are
This website is operated by the Rotary Club of Ningbo, an independent chapter of Rotary International. Our mission is to foster community service, professional networking, and cultural exchange.
2. Acceptance of Terms
By using this site, you confirm that:
- You are at least 16 years of age (in compliance with GDPR Article 8, CCPA, and PRC PIPL Article 31).
- You have read, understood, and agreed to be bound by these Terms.
If you do not agree with these Terms, please do not use our website.
3. Use of Content
All content, including text, images, logos, and downloadable materials, is the intellectual property of the Rotary Club of Ningbo or licensed third parties and is protected under:
- U.S. Copyright Law (Title 17 of the U.S. Code)
- EU Directive 2001/29/EC
- PRC Copyright Law (2021 Amendment)
You may:
- Share our content with attribution for non-commercial use.
- Link to our pages.
You may not:
- Reproduce, sell, or distribute content without written permission.
- Misrepresent or falsely claim affiliation with the Rotary Club of Ningbo.
4. Privacy & Data Protection
We collect only the minimum personal data required for basic website functions, such as name, email, and messages submitted via contact forms.
Our data practices comply with:
- General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR – EU 2016/679)
- California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)
- China’s Personal Information Protection Law (PIPL, 2021)
For full details, see our Privacy Policy.
Your data will:
- Never be sold or shared without your consent.
- Be stored securely with access limited to designated club officers.
- Be deleted upon request where required by law (GDPR Art. 17, PIPL Art. 45).
5. External Links
Our website may link to third-party services or resources. We are not responsible for the privacy, content, or terms of those external sites (FTC Endorsement Guidelines, GDPR Recital 70).
6. Communication Consent
By submitting your contact information, you consent to receive occasional emails or invitations from the Rotary Club of Ningbo. You may opt out at any time.
(CAN-SPAM Act, GDPR Art. 7, PRC PIPL Art. 14)
7. Community Conduct
We expect all users and visitors to:
- Be respectful and constructive in communications.
- Avoid hate speech, spam, or disruptive behavior.
Violation of these rules may result in access restrictions or reporting to relevant authorities (Article 12 PRC Cybersecurity Law, U.S. CFAA, EU eCommerce Directive 2000/31/EC).
8. Accessibility
We strive to make this site accessible to all users. If you encounter a barrier, please contact us at [Insert Email] and we will respond promptly.
(U.S. ADA Guidelines, EU Web Accessibility Directive, PRC Internet Accessibility Standards GB/T 37668-2019)
9. Jurisdiction
Our website is intended for global audiences. However, legal matters will be governed by:
- China Cybersecurity Law for users residing in China
- EU GDPR for users residing in the EU
- California law (CCPA) and Federal law (U.S.) for users in the U.S.
Disputes will be resolved through good-faith negotiation before considering legal action.
10. Changes to These Terms
We may update these Terms periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with a revised effective date. Continued use of the site after changes indicates your acceptance.
11. Contact Us
If you have any questions about these Terms, your data, or your rights, please contact:
Rotary Club of Ningbo
📧 Email: ningbo.rotary@outlook.com
📍 Address: [Please see updated information on website
In Closing
By using our website, you are supporting our shared values of service, integrity, and global friendship. Thank you for being part of our journey.