General Terms of Service
Please read these terms and conditions of use (Conditions). By using our website and online services, you agree to follow them. These Conditions outline our working relationship. If you disagree, stop using our website and mobile app.
We have specific terms and conditions for different pages or sections of our website or mobile app. These specific terms and conditions take precedence if there's a disagreement.
"EC² Invest Ltd.", "EC² Invest", "we", and "us" refer to EC² Invest Ltd. and its affiliates. "Our" and "you" refer to the same thing.
The headings are for easy reading and don't change how these Conditions are understood.
Proprietary rights
1. The information and materials on our website and mobile app (Materials) are protected by copyright, trademark, and other special rights. This includes prices, data, photos, graphics, designs, trademarks, trade names, service marks, product names, logos, insignias, software, downloadable files, applications, interactive features, tools, services, articles, videos, or any other content. The presentation and arrangement of the Materials are also protected by copyrights, trademarks, service marks, international agreements, and laws in Hong Kong and other countries.
2. Unless stated otherwise, we own, have the right to use, or control the rights, titles, and interests in the Materials.
3. You must obtain EC² Invest's written permission to use any of its names, marks, designs, and logos (collectively, the "EC² Invest Marks"). You can't modify or remove any EC² Invest Mark that infringes on their rights. EC² Invest reserves the right to take legal action against misuse or infringement. If there's a conflict between these conditions and any agreement with EC² Invest regarding an EC² Invest Mark, the latter agreement prevails.
4. Other trademarks, trade names, service marks, product names, and logos not owned, licensed, or controlled by us are used in an editorial fashion only, benefiting their owners. No infringement is intended.
Access to our Website and Mobile App
1. You can access and view our Website and Mobile App and save an electronic or printed copy for personal, non-commercial use. Ensure the copy is in the same form as on our Website or Mobile App and includes all applicable copyright and notices.
2. Except with prior written permission, you can't copy, store, adapt, alter, translate, transmit, disseminate, distribute, perform, broadcast, publish, reproduce, publicly display, hyperlink, sell, license, rent, lease, or transfer any of the Materials.
3. You can't create derivative works, decompile, reverse-engineer, or disassemble the Materials without our prior written permission.
4. Any rights not expressly granted are reserved. No license or right is granted by implication, estoppel, or otherwise.
Unlawful or prohibited use
1. You agree not to use the Materials or our Website or Mobile App for any unlawful or prohibited purpose.
2. You may not damage, disable, overburden, or impair any EC² Invest server, networks, or interfere with others' access to our Website or Mobile App.
You may not redistribute, copy, amend, or commercially exploit the Materials or our Website or Mobile App. You may not attempt unauthorized access to our Website or Mobile App, other accounts, computer systems, or networks connected to any EC² Invest server or services. You may not obtain or attempt to obtain any Materials or information through unauthorized means. You may not use automated mechanisms to access, extract, or download information from the Materials, our Website, or Mobile App. You may not violate users' or third parties' privacy, publicity, or other rights, or harvest data without consent. You may not test, pen-test, sniff, or monitor access and use of our Website or Mobile App.
Limited linking and framing
- You may not link, mirror, or frame our Website or Mobile App or any part thereof to any other web page, website, server, or otherwise, unless otherwise stated.
- No trademark, trade name, service mark, product name, or logo may be used as a Link or to mark any Link to our Website or Mobile App or any other web page or website without our prior written permission.
- You may hyperlink to our home page at https://www.ec2invest.ai or deep-link to certain web pages of our Website or Mobile App, but you must not suggest affiliation, endorse, or sponsor your website or any non-EC² Invest website, entity, service, or product. You must also not use any EC² Invest Marks without our express prior written consent.
- You can't deep-link to our Website or Mobile App or any dynamically created, customized part of it. You can't hyperlink or deep-link from pages with inappropriate, profane, discriminatory, defamatory, infringing, obscene, indecent, vulgar, harassing, privacy-invading, abusive, threatening, harmful, tortious, objectionable, unlawful, or copyrighted material.
EC² Invest can terminate any link to our Website or Mobile App for any reason. You must remove any link from any web page or website, or any mirroring or framing of our Website or Mobile App, immediately upon our instructions.
We're not responsible for the content on websites that link, mirror, or frame ours. We're not associated with any trademarks, trade names, service marks, logos, insignia, or other devices on those websites.
Links to third-party websites and use of third-party software
1. Links on our Website or Mobile App are for convenience. Leaving our Website or Mobile App via such a link means you're viewing content from third-party websites, which we don't control. We haven't developed or reviewed these websites, so we're not responsible for their content or consequences. We make no guarantees about their content, including truth, adequacy, originality, accuracy, timeliness, completeness, reasonableness, non-infringement, suitability, quality, merchantability, or fitness for any purpose.
2. Links to other websites on our Website or Mobile App don't mean we're affiliated with their operators or owners, or that we endorse their content.
3. You're responsible for your access to and use of these websites. Their terms and conditions apply, including their privacy and data processing policies.
4. If the Website or Mobile App contains third-party software, including open-source software, separate copyright notices and licenses may apply. These notices and licenses are available from the software provider or us. You must not use such software in a way that infringes third-party rights or violates these Conditions or specific license terms. You also acknowledge that your use of any third-party site or software is subject to their terms and conditions, and you agree not to hold us liable for any losses or damages.
Third-party advertising
We may allow third-party advertisers to place or deliver ads on our Website or Mobile App. These ads will be clearly identified as originating from third parties. Advertisers may collect, monitor, and use information about your visits to our Website or Mobile App and other websites to provide relevant ads.
We do not endorse or be responsible for the contents of these ads or for your actions related to them. Terms in the section titled "Links to third-party websites and use of third-party software" in these Conditions apply to any links in these ads.
Login Credentials
1. Certain pages and sections may only be accessed through your email identifier and password.
2. You can either be assigned an identifier or password or select one yourself. If you change it, we can reject it without giving a reason. We recommend changing your passwords often, using a mix of letters and numbers, and using a secure browser.
3. Keep your Login Credentials confidential, secret, and secure. Don't share them with anyone.
4. If you think your Login Credentials are compromised, change your identification key or password. You're responsible for any unauthorized use or access of our website or mobile app with your Login Credentials. We're not liable for any damages from security breaches, unauthorized use, or fraud.
Disclaimers and liability exclusion
1. The materials are general and unassessed. They're provided "as is" and "as available" without warranties. Use them at your own risk. We disclaim all liability for updates. We don't make any representations or warranties about our website, mobile app, or materials, including guarantees of truth, adequacy, originality, accuracy, timeliness, completeness, reasonableness, non-infringement, suitability, satisfactory quality, merchantability, or fitness for any purpose.
Due to the number of sources and inherent defects in electronic distribution, our website or mobile app may contain errors, delays, omissions, interruptions, security breaches, corruption, unavailability, or inaccuracies. We don't guarantee uninterrupted access or use. We assume no responsibility for any consequences, even if advised.
We don't guarantee our website or mobile app is free of malicious software. We accept no liability for any loss, damage, claim, liability, expense, or costs from such software transmission.
Don't rely on the materials, our website, or mobile app without independent verification or advice.
We won't be liable for any loss, damage, claim, liability, expense, or costs arising from:
- Actions or omissions related to the materials, delays, inaccuracies, or omissions in the materials, or interruptions to the supply of materials;
- The use of the materials; or
- The use or access of our website or mobile app.
We won't be liable for direct, indirect, consequential, incidental, special, or punitive loss, including loss of data, profits, business contracts, or opportunities, whether in contract, tort (including negligence), or otherwise.
You agree to indemnify and hold us harmless from any loss, damage, claim, liability, expense, or costs you incur due to:
- Your access to our Website or Mobile App, or any other party's access using your Login Credentials.
- Any breach of these Conditions, including by a party accessing the Materials or our Website/Mobile App using your Login Credentials.
Legal restrictions
1. The Materials are not intended for distribution or use in jurisdictions where such actions violate laws or regulations or require registration or licensing.
2. You must comply with applicable laws, regulations, or directives regarding your access and use of our Website/Mobile App. Access does not guarantee legal compliance.
Not investment recommendations or advice
1. Our Website and Mobile App provide general information on investment products. EC² Invest does not provide financial advice or recommendations. The Materials are subject to change.
2. The availability of materials on or access to our Website/Mobile App does not constitute an inducement to trade, solicit orders, or initiate legal relations. It should not prompt any action or decision regarding investment decisions or other matters.
3. The materials related to investment products are prepared for general circulation and are not tailored to your specific investment objectives, financial situation, or needs. Any recommendations or advice expressed in or inferred from the materials should not be considered or suitable for your investment objectives, financial situation, and needs, especially given the possibility of market volatility and changes. They may not even include current information, content, recommendations, or advice.
4. Don't rely on our website or mobile app for investment decisions, trading, or order placements. Always assess and judge independently. Seek advice from financial, legal, tax, or other professionals regarding investment product suitability. Consider your objectives, financial situation, or needs before committing to acquire, trade, or deal in such products.
5. Investment products carry significant risks, including principal loss. Past performance doesn't predict future results. Examples are for illustration only.
Violations
We monitor access and use of our website and mobile app. We can terminate access or block access from specific IP addresses for violations. We can seek remedies, including take-down requests and notifications.
Changes
We may update or revise these conditions at any time. Updates are effective upon publication on our website and/or mobile app. Read the latest version. Continued access constitutes acceptance of the updated conditions. The materials may change without notice.
Severability
If any condition is invalid, the rest remain valid.
If any provision is found illegal, invalid, or unenforceable, it doesn't affect the legality, validity, or enforceability of the rest. Similarly, the legality, validity, and enforceability of any other provision or part under any other jurisdiction won't be affected.
Governing law and jurisdiction
These conditions are governed by and construed in accordance with Hong Kong law. You agree to submit to the non-exclusive jurisdiction of Hong Kong courts.