Terms of Service
Article 1 (Purpose)
These Terms of Service aim to define the rights, duties, and responsibilities of the company (hereinafter referred to as "the Company") and the users, as well as other necessary matters, in relation to the use of all websites, products, and services provided by the Company.
Article 2 (Definitions of Terms)
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"Service" refers to all websites, products, and services provided by the Company.
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"User" refers to a customer who has accessed the Company's service, agreed to these Terms of Service, and enters into a user contract with the Company to use the services provided.
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"User ID" refers to the email address input or registered by the user for the purpose of identification and service access.
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"Password" refers to a combination of characters and numbers chosen by the user to verify the user’s identity and protect their rights.
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"User Information" refers to the name, company name, department, position, contact details (mobile and landline phone numbers, email), address, and any other information or images entered in the user information fields required for service use.
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"Paid Services" refers to the various additional services offered by the Company for a fee.
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"Paid User" refers to a user who pays the applicable fees to use the Company's paid services.
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"Posts" refer to the text, photos, videos, files, links, and other information posted by the user on the Service.
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"Payment" refers to the action where the user pays a certain amount through the payment method designated by the Company in order to use the paid services.
Article 3 (Specification and Amendment of Terms)
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The Company will make these Terms of Service available to users by posting them on the homepage or through other methods, along with the company's name, office address, representative's name, business registration number, and contact details.
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The Company may amend these Terms within the boundaries of applicable laws, such as the Act on the Regulation of Terms and Conditions, the Basic Telecommunications Act, the Telecommunications Business Act, the Act on Promotion of Information and Communications Network Utilization, and others.
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If the Company amends the Terms, it will specify the effective date and the reason for the amendment, and notify users at least 7 days prior to the implementation date. If the change significantly affects the rights or obligations of the user, the notification will be made at least 30 days in advance.
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Users have the right to reject the amended Terms. If the user objects, the Company may terminate the user’s contract after giving 15 days' notice. If a user does not express objection or continues to use the service after the implementation date, the user is deemed to have agreed to the amended Terms.
Article 4 (Interpretation of Terms)
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If a user enters into an individual contract with the Company for specific services, the Company may have additional operating policies or terms specific to those services, which take precedence over these Terms in case of any conflict.
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Matters not specifically regulated in these Terms will be governed by the relevant laws, including the Act on the Regulation of Terms, the Telecommunications Business Act, and the Act on Promotion of Information and Communications Network Utilization.
Article 5 (Establishment of User Contract)
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A user contract for using the services (hereinafter "User Contract") between the Company and a user is established when the applicant (hereinafter "Applicant") agrees to these Terms of Service and the Privacy Policy, and submits an application or signs the service contract.
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The Company will generally accept the application for service use. However, the Company may reject or terminate the User Contract if:
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The applicant has previously lost their user qualification under these Terms.
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The applicant has used someone else's identity without authorization.
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The information provided is false or incomplete.
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The applicant is under the age of 14.
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The applicant has illegally earned or used points.
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There are other reasons that prevent the Company from providing services.
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The Company may withhold acceptance of an application due to insufficient facilities, technical issues, or other business-related reasons.
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The User Contract is established when the Company marks the user as "registered" in the application process.
Article 6 (Provision of User Information)
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Users wishing to use the services must provide personal information, such as email and phone number.
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If the required information is not provided, service usage may be restricted, and users who do not register their real names or use false information will not be able to claim any rights regarding the service.
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If a user applies using someone else's identity, the user’s account will be deleted, and the user may face legal consequences under applicable laws.
Article 7 (Privacy Protection and Management)
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The Company will strive to protect users’ personal information, including account details, in accordance with applicable laws. The Company’s privacy policy will apply to the protection and use of users' personal information.
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The Company is not responsible for any information exposure, including account information, due to the user’s negligence.
Article 8 (User ID and Password)
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The "User" selects an email address as the "User ID" for smooth use of the "Service" and for the convenience of managing their information, service usage guides, etc. However, the "Company" may refuse or limit the use of the ID if it is anti-social, violates public morals, or could be mistaken for an administrator's ID.
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The "Company" manages the user's access to the "Service" and other user-related tasks through account information.
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The "User" is responsible for managing their account information with due care as a prudent administrator. The user is responsible for any damages arising from a failure to comply with this duty.
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The "User" may freely set a "Password" within the criteria specified by the "Company," and can change the password at any time if desired.
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The "User" is responsible for protecting and managing their "Password." However, the "Company" may recommend periodic or irregular changes to the password for security reasons.
Article 9 (Notifications to Users)
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When the "Company" notifies the "User," unless otherwise specified in these terms, the notification may be made via email, in-service alerts, or electronic posts.
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For notifications to all users, the "Company" may replace direct notifications by posting the notice on the "Company's" website or app for at least 7 days.
Article 10 (Obligations of the Company)
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The "Company" shall not engage in any acts prohibited by these terms or relevant laws, and shall make every effort to provide continuous and stable "Service."
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The "Company" shall have a security system in place to ensure the safe use of the "Service" by users, and shall comply with its privacy policy.
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If the "Company" objectively recognizes that the "User" has a valid complaint or request, it must handle it promptly within a reasonable period. If a lengthy period is required, the "Company" will inform the "User" of the delay and provide updates on the process and outcome.
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The "Company" shall strive to provide convenience to the "User" in relation to contracts, changes, and terminations, and other contractual procedures.
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If the "Company" provides paid services, it will display the following information clearly on the service's initial screen or FAQ:
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Name of the "Paid Service"
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Contents, usage methods, fees, payment methods, and other terms of use
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Devices compatible with the service and minimum technical specifications required
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Article 11 (Obligations of the User)
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The "User" may not use the "Service" for any purpose other than its intended use or engage in the following prohibited activities:
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Registering false information or using someone else's information when signing up or changing personal information.
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Impersonating another person, using someone else's account or password fraudulently, or using unauthorized credit card or phone number information for purchases.
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Using services not provided by the "Company" to trade contact information, etc.
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Replicating, distributing, or commercially using information obtained through the "Service" or exploiting bugs in the service.
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Generating financial benefits for oneself or others by using the "Service" or provided applications.
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Defaming the "Company" or third parties, interfering with their work, or causing harm to them.
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Infringing on the intellectual property or privacy rights of the "Company" or third parties, or collecting, storing, distributing, or posting other users' personal information without the "Company's" consent.
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Deceiving third parties for personal gain or exploiting the "Service" inappropriately to cause harm to third parties.
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Posting or exchanging obscene, offensive, or socially inappropriate content.
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Engaging in gambling or encouraging such activities.
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Posting or transmitting content that causes embarrassment, disgust, or fear.
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Sending, posting, distributing, or using materials containing computer viruses or harmful programs designed to damage or disrupt communication systems.
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Modifying the application without permission, inserting programs, hacking servers, reverse-engineering, leaking or altering source code, or creating separate servers that impersonate the "Company."
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Impersonating "Company" employees or administrators, or using others' identities for posting or emailing.
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Using the "Service" for commercial purposes like advertising, political activities, or illegal election campaigns without permission.
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Engaging in any other acts that violate public order or legal regulations or involve illegal, improper acts.
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The "User" has the obligation to check the "Company's" announcements and updates to the terms of use, and must not engage in any acts that obstruct the Company's work.
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The "User" is responsible for managing their account, and should not allow a third party to use their account.
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The "Company" may specify more detailed rules regarding the above behaviors in its operating policies, and the "User" must comply with those as well.
Article 13 (Service Availability and Suspension)
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The "Company" will begin providing the "Service" once the user's account registration is approved. However, certain services may be available only from a designated date.
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The "Company" provides the "Service" 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, except when there are issues such as system maintenance, server upgrades, bug fixes, or transitions to new services.
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If the "Service" is suspended due to maintenance or technical reasons, the "Company" will notify users via the website or app. If prior notice is not possible due to unforeseen circumstances, notification will be made afterward.
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The "Company" may conduct regular maintenance and will inform users of the maintenance schedule.
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If the "Company" is unable to provide a "Paid Service" due to business reasons, the "Company" will notify the user and provide compensation according to the original terms.
Article 14 (Service Content and Changes)
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The "User" may use the "Service" in accordance with these terms and any other rules set by the "Company."
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The "Company" has full authority to create, modify, maintain, or discontinue services as it deems necessary.
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The "Company" may modify, add, or discontinue all or part of the "Service" based on operational or technical needs. Any significant changes will be notified to the users at least 7 days in advance.
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The "Company" may modify or discontinue the "Service" without compensation if it is offered for free, and there are no special provisions in the law.
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If changes to the "Paid Service" are significant or disadvantageous to users, the "Company" will notify users and offer them a choice to accept or reject the changes. If rejected, the previous version of the service will be provided if possible; otherwise, the service may be discontinued, and refunds will be processed.
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The "Company" may limit or suspend the service due to reasons such as:
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Force majeure events like wars, natural disasters, or national emergencies.
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Power outages, equipment failures, or service overloads affecting normal service.
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Necessary maintenance or construction.
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Other reasons that make it impossible to provide the "Service."
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The "Company" will not be responsible for issues arising from changes or suspensions of the "Service," except in cases of the Company's intentional or gross negligence.
Article 15 (Provision of Information and Advertising)
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The "Company" may, within the scope of compliance with relevant laws, provide the "User" with necessary service-related information, personalized service information, and other various information via email, smartphone notifications (Push alerts), SMS/LMS messages, phone calls, or by posting on the Company's website or app. If the "User" does not wish to receive such information or advertisements, the "User" can opt out through the "Settings" screen, "Email unsubscribe" option, or "Free opt-out phone number."
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The "Company" may place advertisements in the spaces exposed during the use of the "Service" or in media operated by third-party advertisers in order to maintain the service. The "User" agrees to such advertisement placements.
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The "Company" is not responsible for any losses or damages arising from the "User's" participation, communication, or transactions with third-party ads displayed in accordance with Paragraph 2 above.
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The "Company" may use the personal information of the "User" that has been lawfully collected to send advertisements as mentioned in Paragraph 2, including via SMS, smartphone notifications (Push alerts), email, and other messages. The "User" may opt-out of receiving such information at any time through the "Settings" screen, "Email unsubscribe" option, or "Free opt-out phone number."
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The "Company" follows the terms of the platform provider, app store providers, and relevant laws and regulations for the provision of such information and advertisements.
Article 16 (Copyright of Posts)
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The copyright of posts uploaded by the "User" in the "Service" belongs to the creator of the post.
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Notwithstanding the provisions of Paragraph 1, the "Company" may expose the content posted by the "User" in search results, services, and related promotions, and may modify, copy, or edit the post as necessary for such exposure. In such cases, the "Company" will comply with copyright laws, and the "User" may delete, exclude from search results, or make the post private via the customer service or management features within the "Service."
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If the "Company" wishes to use the "User's" posts in any way beyond the scope of Paragraph 2, the "Company" must obtain prior consent from the "User" via phone, fax, or email.
Article 17 (Management of Posts)
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If a "User's" post contains content that violates relevant laws, such as the Act on Promotion of Information and Communications Network Utilization and Information Protection, or copyright laws, the rights holder may request the post's suspension or deletion according to legal procedures, and both the "Company" and the "User" must take the necessary actions.
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Even without a request from a rights holder, if there are reasonable grounds to believe a post infringes on rights or violates the "Company's" policies or relevant laws, the "Company" may take temporary measures, such as removing the post.
Article 18 (Ownership of Rights)
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The copyright and other intellectual property rights to the "Service" and content created by the "Company" within the "Service" belong to the "Company," except for the "User's" posts and content provided under affiliate agreements.
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The "Company" grants the "User" a license to use the "Service," including account (ID) and posts, according to the terms set by the "Company." The "User" may not transfer, sell, pledge, or otherwise dispose of these rights.
Article 19 (User's Contract Cancellation/Termination)
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The "User" may apply to withdraw from the "Service" at any time via the "Settings" menu, and the "Company" must process this request promptly according to relevant laws.
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If a "User" using paid services withdraws, their rights to the service are immediately terminated, and no refund will be provided.
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When a "User" terminates the contract, all data, including the "User's" registered information and accumulated points, will be destroyed immediately, except where required by law for the "Company" to retain the data. However, if the "User" has shared "business card" and "network" information with other "Users," this shared data will not be destroyed. Posts that have been shared or reposted by other "Users" or posted to public boards will not be deleted unless removed by the "User" before withdrawal.
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If the "User" terminates a paid service, all related data, including the "User's" registered information, will be destroyed. However, any "business card" and "network" information shared with other "Users" will not be deleted.
Article 20 (Payment Methods)
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The following methods may be used by the "User" for payment for paid services:
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Credit cards
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Bank transfers via phone banking, internet banking, mail banking, etc.
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Other payment methods as instructed by the "Company" in collaboration with third-party payment providers.
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If a legal or technical issue arises during the "User's" payment process, or if an unforeseen problem occurs (e.g., banking system failure), the "Company" may request a change in payment method or temporarily withhold or refuse the payment according to its policy.
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The "Company" may set transaction limits (e.g., monthly payment limits) for "Users" based on internal policies, external payment providers (e.g., banks, card companies), or changes in relevant laws. If the "User" exceeds the limit, further use of paid services may be restricted.
Article 21 (Right of Withdrawal and Refund)
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The "User" may withdraw from a contract for a paid service within 7 days from the contract date or the service's start date. However, if the service has already been used or is considered used, if the withdrawal period has passed, or if the service was received as a gift or promotional offer, the right to withdraw may be restricted in accordance with the Electronic Commerce Consumer Protection Act.
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If the "User" is unable to use the paid service due to the fault of the "Company," the "Company" will either provide the same service free of charge or refund the full amount.
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In case of refund under Article 13, Section 5 or Article 21, the remaining balance will be refunded, except for services that were used or free event points.
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If the "Company" causes an overpayment, the overpayment will be refunded using the same payment method, or if the "User" caused the overpayment, reasonable fees may be deducted.
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Refunds will be processed using the same payment method used by the "User," and in cases where it is not possible, the "Company" will notify the "User" in advance.
Article 22 (Usage Restrictions)
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If the "User" violates the terms of this Agreement or disrupts the normal operation of the "Service," the "Company" may restrict the "User's" access to the "Service" in stages, including warnings, temporary suspensions, or contract termination.
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In cases of severe violations, such as identity theft, payment fraud, providing illegal programs, hacking, or distributing malicious software, the "Company" may immediately terminate the contract. All benefits acquired through the "Service" will be forfeited, and no compensation will be provided.
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If the "Company" restricts or terminates a "User's" access, the conditions and details of the restriction will be in accordance with the usage restriction policy and will be communicated as per Article 10.
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The "User" may appeal the usage restrictions through the procedures set by the "Company." If the appeal is deemed valid, the "Company" must immediately restore the "User's" access.
Article 23 (Damages)
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The "Company" will only compensate for actual damages caused by defects in the paid service. The "Company" will not be liable for any damages occurring without intentional or gross negligence.
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The "User" must compensate the "Company" for any damage caused by violating this Agreement or causing harm in connection with the use of the "Service."
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If the "User" engages in illegal activities or breaches the Agreement, resulting in a claim or lawsuit by a third party against the "Company," the "User" must indemnify the "Company" and compensate for any resulting damages.
Article 24 (Limitation of Liability)
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The "Company" is not responsible for service interruptions caused by force majeure events such as natural disasters.
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The "Company" is not liable for service interruptions or access issues caused by the "User's" actions or by telecommunications service failures.
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The "Company" is not responsible for the reliability or accuracy of information posted by the "User."
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The "Company" is not liable for transactions or disputes between "Users" or between a "User" and a third party.
Article 25 (Governing Law and Jurisdiction)
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Any legal disputes between the "Company" and the "User" will be governed by the laws of the Republic of Korea.
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The court having jurisdiction over the "Company's" address will have exclusive jurisdiction over first-instance disputes between the "Company" and the "User."
Article 26 (Company Contact Information)
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Company Name: Corca Co., Ltd.
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CEO: Young-hyun Chung
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Address: 12th Floor, 34, Yeongdong-daero 85-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul, Korea
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Representative Phone Number: +82 2 6925 6978
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Email Address: contact@corca.ai
Announcement Date: November 01, 2024
Effective Date: November 01, 2024