# Terms of Use

Terms governing use of openthevalve.com.

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# Terms of Use

<p class="effective"><strong>Effective date:</strong> 2026-05-08<br>
<strong>Website:</strong> https://openthevalve.com<br>
<strong>Contact:</strong> <br>
<strong>Operator:</strong> John Klymshyn (sole proprietor)</p>

By accessing or using the Site, you agree to these Terms of Use (the "Terms"). If you do not agree, do not use the Site.

## 1) Purpose of the Site
The Site provides information about the book *Open the Valve*, related content (including text, audio, video, and downloads), and ways to contact us and/or subscribe to updates.

## 2) Eligibility
You must be at least the age of majority in your jurisdiction to use the Site. The Site is not intended for children under 13 (or under 16 where applicable).

## 3) Intellectual Property
Unless otherwise noted, all content on the Site (text, graphics, logos, images, videos, audio, and design) is owned by us or our licensors and is protected by intellectual property laws. You may view and use the Site for personal, non-commercial purposes. You may not copy, reproduce, distribute, modify, create derivative works, publicly display, or exploit Content without our prior written permission, except as permitted by law.

## 4) User Submissions
If you submit content (e.g., messages through a contact form, emails, feedback), you represent you have the right to submit it and that it does not violate any laws or third-party rights. You grant us a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free license to use your Submissions to respond to you, operate the Site, and improve our content and services.

## 5) Newsletter / Communications
If you opt in to receive emails, you agree we may send you updates, announcements, or related content. You can unsubscribe at any time using the link in our emails or by contacting us.

## 6) Third-Party Links and Services
The Site may link to third-party sites (e.g., Amazon, YouTube, Gumroad, social platforms). We do not control these sites and are not responsible for their content, policies, or practices. Your use of third-party sites is at your own risk.

## 7) Disclaimers
The Site and Content are provided **"as is"** and **"as available."** We make no warranties of any kind, express or implied, including fitness for a particular purpose, accuracy, or non-infringement. Content may include opinions and general educational information and is not professional advice (legal, medical, financial, etc.).

## 8) Limitation of Liability
To the maximum extent permitted by law, we will not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, or any loss of profits, data, or goodwill arising from or related to your use of the Site. Our total liability for any claim related to the Site will not exceed **USD $100** (or the minimum amount permitted by law).

## 9) Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless us and our affiliates, officers, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, liabilities, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising from your use of the Site or violation of these Terms.

## 10) Acceptable Use
You agree not to attempt to gain unauthorized access to the Site or its systems, interfere with the Site's security or performance, use the Site for unlawful, harmful, or abusive purposes, or scrape, crawl, or harvest data in a way that burdens the Site.

## 11) Changes to the Site or Terms
We may update the Site or these Terms at any time. Changes become effective when posted. Continued use of the Site means you accept the updated Terms.

## 12) Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of the **State of Idaho, United States**, without regard to conflict of law rules. Any disputes will be brought exclusively in the state or federal courts located in **Nampa, Idaho**, unless applicable law requires otherwise.

## 13) Contact
Questions about these Terms: 

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