Terms of Service

1. Definitions

These terms use the following definitions:

• "Assets": Any content I create, including code, designs, 3D models, audio, graphics, and written work
• "Commercial Use": Using assets to make money, sell products, or run a business
• "Services": This website and any tools, content, or features it provides
• "You/Your": Anyone using this website
• "We/Us/Our": Leafranger and this website
• "Website": This portfolio site and all its pages

2. Introduction & Acceptance

Welcome to my portfolio website. These terms govern how you can use this site and its content.

How You Accept:

• Clickwrap: Check a box or click "I agree" to accept
• Browsewrap: Keep using the site to accept
• If you don't agree, stop using the site now

3. License & Asset Use

This section explains how you can use my materials. See Section 3.1 for commercial use rules.

What You Can Do

• View and download materials for personal use
• Use assets for display with proper credit (see Section 5)
• Create educational content featuring my work
• Share content on social media with attribution

What You Cannot Do

• Change or copy materials without permission
• Use materials for commercial purposes (see Section 3.1)
• Remove copyright notices or credits
• Reverse engineer any software
• Mirror or redistribute content without permission

Asset Ownership

I created all assets on this website. This includes:

• Code and software projects
• Graphic designs and visual assets
• 3D models and animations
• Audio and sound effects
• Written content and documentation
• UI/UX designs and interfaces

3.1. Commercial Use Restrictions

No Commercial Use: You cannot use my assets to make money without written permission.

This includes:

• Selling or monetizing my assets
• Using assets in commercial products or services
• Adding assets to paid applications
• Using assets for revenue-generating advertising

Legal Action: Violations will result in immediate legal action, including cease and desist orders, damages, and court injunctions.

3.2. Licensing Hierarchy

Project Licenses: If a project has its own license (like MIT License on GitHub), that license comes first. For example, an MIT-licensed project follows MIT terms, while these terms apply to all other assets.

4. Portfolio Use

Portfolio Display: You can showcase completed work in your professional portfolio (online or print) with these rules:

• Include clear credit to Leafranger
• Link back to this website when possible
• Respect any confidentiality agreements or time-lag requirements
• Use only for portfolio purposes, not commercial gain

Time-Lag/Confidentiality: Some projects have specific confidentiality periods. Respect these requirements and don't showcase work before the allowed date.

5. Attribution Requirements

Required Credit: Any display usage must include proper attribution:

• Clear attribution to "Leafranger" or "leafrangerit@gmail.com"
• Link back to this website when possible
• Mention the specific project or asset being featured
• Credit must be prominently displayed, not hidden

6. Privacy & Cookies

Your privacy matters. We collect and use information as described in our Privacy & Cookies Policy. This includes analytics and email collection that follow GDPR and CCPA rules.

Cookie Types & Usage

We use these cookie types:

• Essential Cookies: Required for website functionality and security
• Analytics Cookies: Google Analytics to understand site usage (consent-based)
• Preference Cookies: Remember your theme and language choices
• Session Cookies: Temporary cookies for your current visit

Cookie Consent: Analytics cookies are disabled until you give consent via checkbox or banner. This follows privacy best practices.

Why We Use Cookies: To improve website performance, understand user behavior, and provide a better experience.

Data Protection

We protect your personal data through:

• Encryption: HTTPS/TLS encryption for all data transmission
• Access Controls: Limited access to personal data on a need-to-know basis
• Secure Hosting: Data stored on secure, reputable hosting platforms
• Regular Updates: Security patches and updates applied promptly
• Data Minimization: Only collect data necessary for website operation

For complete details on data handling, please review our Privacy Policy.

6.1. Acceptable Use Policy

When using this website, you agree not to:

• Attempt to hack, breach, or compromise website security
• Use malware, viruses, or other harmful code
• Overload servers with excessive requests or DDoS attacks
• Scrape or harvest data without permission
• Use automated tools to access the website
• Impersonate others or provide false information
• Harass, threaten, or abuse other users
• Violate any applicable laws or regulations

Violations may result in immediate account termination and legal action.

7. Service Availability & Disruptions

Service Interruptions: This website may experience temporary disruptions for:

• Scheduled maintenance and updates
• Technical improvements and bug fixes
• Server upgrades and security patches
• Third-party service outages
• Unforeseen technical issues

No Liability: We are not liable for any damages or losses resulting from service interruptions, maintenance, or technical issues. We strive to minimize disruptions and will provide advance notice when possible.

8. Dispute Resolution

Mediation First: Before legal action, we agree to try mediation to resolve disputes.

Arbitration: If mediation fails, disputes will be resolved by binding individual arbitration. Small claims court remains an option for claims under $10,000.

Class Action Waiver: You agree to resolve disputes individually, not as part of a class action.

9. Disclaimer & Liability

No Warranties: This website and its content are provided "as is" without any warranties.

Liability Limits: To the extent allowed by law, Leafranger's liability is limited to the amount you paid (if any) for using this website. This doesn't affect your mandatory consumer rights.

Consumer Rights: These limitations don't void any mandatory consumer protection rights under applicable laws.

10. Indemnification

You agree to defend and hold harmless Leafranger from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from your use of this website or violation of these terms.

11. Termination & Modifications

Termination: I may terminate your access to this website at any time for violations of these terms.

Modifications: These terms may be updated. Changes will be posted here with a new "Last Updated" date. Major changes may be announced via email or website banner. Continued use after changes means you accept the new terms.

12. Governing Law & Venue

Governing Law: These terms are governed by applicable laws.

Geographic Scope: These terms apply worldwide, but disputes will be resolved in the appropriate courts based on applicable jurisdiction.

Dispute Venue: Any legal disputes will be resolved in the appropriate courts, subject to the dispute resolution process in Section 8.

13. Severability

If any part of these terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining parts will still be valid. The invalid part will be replaced with a valid provision that matches the original intent as closely as possible.

14. Accessibility

We strive to make this website accessible to all users. If you encounter accessibility issues, please contact us. We are committed to providing an inclusive experience for everyone.

15. Contact Information

For questions about these terms, contact me at leafrangerit@gmail.com

Last Updated: June 30, 2025