Terms of Service (Effective March 15, 2024)
Welcome to Munchies Art Club Magazine! By accessing or using our website, you agree to comply with the following terms and conditions, which, along with our Privacy Policy, govern your interaction with our platform.
- Introduction
Munchies Art Club, in partnership with Art Observatory association (German: Kunst und Kulturverein “Kulturwarte” or “Art Observatory Association: ZVR 1619982826), operates as a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting emerging artists, exhibitions, and art stories on an international digital platform.
Together, we discuss, promote, and support artists across various fields, collaborate on exhibition projects, and participate in art fairs.
The following terms outline the guidelines for using our services.
- Subscription Tiers
In our commitment to supporting the arts community, we offer the following subscription tiers:
Free Subscription: Subscribers receive a monthly newsletter summarizing our latest updates and highlights. Supporter Tier: As a supporter, your donations help sustain our work and cover the costs of our infrastructure, enabling us to continue our mission of promoting and discussing emerging artists. In addition to the benefits of the Free Subscription, supporters receive special recognition and exclusive content updates. Artist Basic Membership: Our Basic Membership tier offers all the benefits of the Supporter Tier, with the added advantage of being able to tag us on Instagram for resharing purposes. By doing so, members can amplify their online presence and gain recognition for their work. Munchies Art Club and Art Observatory collaborate closely to ensure that artists receive the recognition they deserve online. By subscribing to any of our tiers, you're not only gaining access to exclusive content and benefits but also supporting the vibrant arts community we're passionate about promoting.
- Definitions
We/Us: Refers to the owner and founder of Munchies Art Club online magazine, registered in Vienna, Austria. You: Refers to our readers, members, and individuals engaging with our services.
- General Terms
The content provided on our website is for general information and personal use only. We do not guarantee the accuracy or suitability of the information. We may include links to other websites for your convenience, but we do not endorse or take responsibility for their content. By using our website, you agree to abide by international laws and the laws of England and Wales, with exclusive jurisdiction for dispute settlement. As part of our content creation process, we use ChatGPT as an AI assistant for generating and SEO optimizing content on our website and articles.
- Your Submission
We welcome submissions from artists and offer memberships with certain benefits. You retain all copyright to your submitted images and written works but grant us the right to use and reproduce them on our platform and social media channels for promotional purposes. Submission fees are non-refundable, and a processing fee may apply.
- Submission Format (Open Call)
Submissions must be made via our online entry form and should include a link to your Instagram account. Our team reviews all submissions, and notifications for membership selections will be sent within 5 working days, while open call submissions will be notified within 5 weeks after the deadline.
- Copyright
You maintain copyright ownership of your submitted images and text but grant us the right to use and exercise copyright and publicity rights for promotional purposes.
- Data Usage
We do not collect or sell any data you provide. The information you share is used solely to promote you and your work on our platform and social media channels.
- Cancellation
You can cancel your subscription/Membership/Supporter, at any time before the next renewal payment. Failure to cancel before the renewal date will result in cancellation in the following month. To terminate your account, please contact us. We use Stripe and PayPal for payment and transactions only. If you wish to terminate our rights over your works, you must provide one month's written notice to hello@munchiesart.club to remove your content from our platform and social media accounts.
- Indemnification
Users agree to indemnify and hold harmless Munchies Art Club, its affiliates, and employees from any claims, damages, liabilities, or expenses arising from their use of the platform or violation of the terms.
- Termination by Munchies Art Club
Munchies Art Club reserves the right to terminate a user's account or access to the platform in case of breaches of the terms of service or inappropriate conduct.
- Limitation of Liability
Munchies Art Club's liability for any damages incurred by users while using the platform is limited to the extent permitted by law.
- Disclaimer of Warranty
Munchies Art Club provides the platform "as is" and "as available," without warranties of any kind, including implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement.
- Governing Law and Dispute Resolution
The terms of service are governed by the laws of England and Wales, and any disputes will be resolved through arbitration or mediation.
- Changes to Terms
Users will be notified of changes to the terms of service, with changes taking effect upon notification.
- Severability Clause
If any provision of the terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.
- Age Requirement
Users must be of legal age or have parental consent to use the platform, especially if the platform contains content not suitable for minors.
- Accessibility
Munchies Art Club is committed to accessibility. Please contact us to report accessibility issues or request accommodations.
- Language of Agreement
The terms of service are provided in [insert language]. Translations are provided for convenience only, with the original language version prevailing in case of discrepancies.
Thank you for being a part of Munchies Art Club! If you have any questions or concerns regarding these terms, please feel free to reach out to us.