1. Purpose
These terms of use govern access to and use of the website published by MATIÈRES LIBRES Association, and the conditions applicable to membership of the association.
By accessing the website, you acknowledge that you have read and accept these terms without reservation.
2. Publisher
The website is published by MATIÈRES LIBRES Association, a non-profit organisation under French law, with its registered office at [Association registered office address].
Contact: info@alexandrapr.com — +33 (0)1 47 58 08 03.
3. Access to the website
The website is freely accessible to any user with an Internet connection. Connection and equipment costs remain the user's responsibility.
The association may suspend or restrict access for maintenance, updates or force majeure, without prior notice.
4. Use of the website
You agree to use the website lawfully and in accordance with applicable laws and these terms.
It is prohibited, without prior authorisation, to use the website for unlawful purposes, disrupt its operation, collect personal data about other users, or reproduce website content beyond strictly private use.
5. Membership
Membership of MATIÈRES LIBRES Association is open to individuals and organisations wishing to support its activities, subject to the association's bylaws and internal regulations.
How to join: complete the membership form on the Membership page or join online where available.
Membership fee: the annual fee is EUR [Annual membership fee amount], unless changed by the general meeting. Payment methods (cheque, bank transfer, online payment via [Payment provider, if applicable]) are specified when applying.
Tax benefits: as a French law 1901 association, memberships and donations may qualify for tax relief under applicable French tax law [specify rates and caps if applicable].
6. Mathias Prize and competitions
Participation in the Mathias Prize and other competitions is subject to the specific rules for each edition, published with the call for entries.
7. Intellectual property
All website content is protected by intellectual property law. Any unauthorised reproduction or use is prohibited.
8. Hyperlinks
The website may contain links to third-party sites. The association accepts no liability for their content.
9. Personal data
Personal data processing is described in our privacy policy.
10. Liability
The association shall not be liable for direct or indirect damage to user equipment, technical bugs, misuse of the website, or third-party content accessed via hyperlinks.
11. Changes
The association may amend these terms at any time. The applicable terms are those in force on the date of consultation.
12. Applicable law and disputes
These terms are governed by French law. Any dispute shall be submitted to the competent courts at the association's registered office, subject to mandatory rules of jurisdiction.
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