1. Purpose and Status of These Terms

These General Terms of Use govern access to and use of the official website of KUPATE BG – Roma Public Council Foundation (“the Foundation”, “we”, “us”, or “our”), including all information services, digital resources, publications, and materials made available through the website (“the Website”).

These Terms of Use constitute a legally binding agreement between you (“the User”, “you”) and the Foundation. By accessing, browsing, or using the Website in any manner, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agreed to be bound by these Terms of Use.

If you do not agree with these Terms of Use, you must immediately discontinue use of the Website.

2. Acceptance and Consideration

Your acceptance of these Terms of Use is supported by good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which are hereby acknowledged. Such consideration includes, without limitation:

• Your access to and use of the Website;

• Your access to information, publications, and materials made available by the Foundation;

• The Foundation’s provision of publicly accessible digital services and resources.

Your continued use of the Website constitutes ongoing acceptance of these Terms of Use, including any future amendments.

3. Amendments and Updates

The Foundation reserves the right to amend, update, or replace these Terms of Use at any time, without prior notice. Updated versions will be published on the Website and will take effect immediately upon publication.

Users are encouraged to review these Terms of Use regularly to ensure continued compliance.

4. Nature of the Website and Its Content

The Website is operated by the Foundation for public-interest, informational, educational, research, and dissemination purposes.

The Website Content includes, but is not limited to:

• Text, articles, reports, and publications;

• Blog posts and news updates;

• Photographs, video, audio, and multimedia materials;

• Data, graphics, and informational resources;

• Downloadable documents and materials.

The Website does not provide legal, financial, medical, or professional advice. Any reliance placed on Website Content is strictly at the User’s own risk.

5. Intellectual Property Rights

5.1 Ownership

Unless otherwise stated, all Website Content and all associated intellectual property rights are owned by or licensed to KUPATE BG – Roma Public Council Foundation.

This includes, without limitation:

• Copyright and related rights;

• Database rights;

• Trademarks, service marks, and logos (including any Foundation branding);

• Design rights and other proprietary rights.

5.2 Open Use Licence

Subject to the conditions set out below, the Foundation permits Users to:

• Share — copy and redistribute Website Content in any medium or format;

• Adapt — remix, transform, and build upon Website Content for any purpose, including commercial use.

These permissions are granted on an irrevocable basis, provided that the licence terms are respected.

5.3 Licence Conditions

When using Website Content, Users must:

• Give appropriate credit to KUPATE BG – Roma Public Council Foundation.

• Provide a link to the original content where reasonably practicable.

• Clearly indicate if any changes have been made.

• Ensure that use does not suggest endorsement by the Foundation.

Users must not apply legal, contractual, or technological measures that restrict others from exercising the same freedoms.

5.4 Exceptions and Limitations

Users are not required to comply with licence conditions where:

• The relevant material is in the public domain.

• Use is permitted by statutory exceptions or limitations under applicable law.

No warranties are granted in relation to the licence. Other rights (including privacy, publicity, or moral rights) may limit use of the material.

6. User Obligations and Prohibited Conduct

Users agree to use the Website lawfully, responsibly, and in good faith.

6.1 Prohibited Actions

Users must not:

• Remove, alter, obscure, or distort copyright, trademark, or proprietary notices;

• Circumvent or interfere with Website security features;

• Use automated systems (including bots, scrapers, or spiders) without written consent;

• Collect or harvest personal data from the Website;

• Interfere with the operation, availability, or performance of the Website;

• Reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble any part of the Website;

• Use network-monitoring tools to extract usage data or system architecture;

• Upload, transmit, or disseminate unlawful, defamatory, abusive, or harmful material.

6.2 Search Engine Indexing

Public search engine operators are permitted to use automated tools solely for indexing Website Content for public search purposes. The Foundation reserves the right to revoke this permission at any time.

7. Linking to the Website

The Foundation grants a non-exclusive, limited, and revocable licence to link to the Website homepage, subject to the following conditions:

• The linking website must not be misleading, defamatory, unlawful, or harmful;

• The link must not imply endorsement, partnership, or approval;

• The linking website must comply with applicable laws and standards.

The Foundation may revoke linking permission at its sole discretion.

8. Third-Party Content and External Links

The Website may include links to third-party websites for informational purposes.

The Foundation:

• Does not control or operate third-party websites;

• Does not endorse third-party content unless expressly stated;

• Accepts no responsibility for third-party content, services, or practices.

Users access third-party websites entirely at their own risk.

9. No Professional Advice

Website Content is provided for general information only and does not constitute:

• Legal advice;

• Financial advice;

• Medical or health advice;

• Professional consultancy of any kind.

Users should seek independent professional advice where appropriate.

10. Data Protection and Privacy

The Foundation processes personal data in accordance with:

• Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (GDPR);

• Applicable Bulgarian data protection legislation.

Personal data is used solely for legitimate purposes, including communication, administration, and legal compliance. Further details are set out in the Foundation’s Privacy Policy.

11. Disclaimers

The Website and all Website Content are provided “as is” and “as available”.

The Foundation expressly disclaims all warranties, including but not limited to:

• Availability, accuracy, or completeness of content;

• Fitness for any particular purpose;

• Non-infringement;

• Security, reliability, or uninterrupted access.

12. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, the Foundation shall not be liable for:

• Indirect or consequential losses;

• Loss of data, income, or reputation;

• Any damage arising from use or inability to use the Website.

Nothing in these Terms excludes liability that cannot be excluded under applicable law.

13. Suspension and Termination

The Foundation reserves the right to suspend or restrict access to the Website, without notice, where Users breach these Terms or where required for security or legal reasons.

14. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms of Use shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Republic of Bulgaria.

Any dispute arising from or relating to these Terms of Use or the Website shall fall within the exclusive jurisdiction of the competent courts of the Republic of Bulgaria.

15. Contact Information

For enquiries regarding these Terms of Use, please contact:

KUPATE BG – Roma Public Council Foundation

Final Note

These Terms of Use reflect the Foundation’s commitment to transparency, public accountability, lawful operation, and responsible digital governance, in line with recognised UK and European public-sector standards.