These Terms of Use for My Nerdy Planet govern your access to and use of this website. By accessing or using the website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, you must not access or use the website.
For the purposes of these Terms, “My Nerdy Planet,” “we,” “us,” or “our” refers to the operator of this website. See the Contact Information section for our designated contact details for legal and data inquiries.
Last Updated: May 15, 2023
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Reviewing these Terms supports lawful, constructive use of the site by all users.
1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing or using the My Nerdy Planet website (https://mynerdyplanet.com), you accept and agree to be bound by these Terms of Use. If you do not agree with any provision of these Terms, do not access or use the website.
These Terms, together with the Privacy Policy and any other documents expressly incorporated by reference, form a binding agreement between you and My Nerdy Planet governing your access to and use of the website and the information, content, and services provided through it. This agreement applies to all visitors, users, and others who access or use the website, whether on a professional, personal, or other basis.
Notice Regarding Changes
Material changes to these Terms or to how we collect or process data will be posted on this page and, when appropriate, notified to account holders by email. Users should review the Last Updated date for the current version of these Terms.
If you accept these Terms on behalf of an organization or other legal entity, you represent and warrant that you have authority to bind that entity to these Terms; in that case, “you” and “your” include that entity.
2. Intellectual Property Rights
All content and materials available on the website, including but not limited to text, images, videos, logos, icons, software, audio, and educational materials related to coffee culture, sustainability, and Guatemalan coffee, are owned or licensed by My Nerdy Planet or its licensors and are protected by United States and international copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.
Content on the website is provided for informational and educational purposes. Except as expressly permitted in these Terms, you may not reproduce, distribute, modify, create derivative works from, publicly display, transmit, or otherwise exploit the website content without prior written consent from My Nerdy Planet.
The following limited exceptions apply:
- Your device may temporarily store copies of materials in RAM incidental to your accessing and viewing those materials.
- Your browser may cache files automatically for display enhancement purposes.
- You may print or download a single copy of a reasonable number of pages for your personal, non-commercial use, provided you retain all copyright and proprietary notices.
- Where social media features are provided, you may use those features in the manner they are intended to be used.
You must not:
- Modify or remove any copyright, trademark, or other proprietary notices from materials obtained from the website.
- Separate illustrations, photographs, video or audio sequences, or graphics from accompanying text in a manner that misrepresents the original content.
- Create derivative works for commercial redistribution without prior written consent.
Requests for commercial use or other uses not expressly permitted by these Terms should be directed to permissions@mynerdyplanet.com; we will respond to complete requests submitted with full contact and use details within a reasonable period (typically 30 days).
3. Permitted Uses
The website provides educational information intended for lawful, non-commercial use unless otherwise authorized.
You may use the website and the information it contains only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. Permitted activities include, without limitation:
- Accessing and reading informational and educational materials about coffee culture, sustainability practices, and Guatemalan coffee.
- Sharing publicly available content on social media or other platforms with appropriate attribution to My Nerdy Planet, provided such sharing does not involve alteration or commercial redistribution.
- Participating in forum discussions or comment sections in a manner that is respectful and relevant to the topic.
- Providing feedback or reporting errors to help improve the quality of the content and services.
Note: Educational content on the website discusses regional coffee production and characteristics. Statements about coffee-growing regions are intended as general informational material and not as professional or technical advice.
When using interactive features, you agree to contribute content and commentary that:
- Is relevant and adds value to the discussion.
- Respects the rights and opinions of other users.
- Complies with the prohibitions set out in the Prohibited Behavior section below.
4. Prohibited Behavior
You must not use the website, or any service offered through it, in any manner that:
- Violates applicable federal, state, local, or international law or regulations.
- Involves transmitting unsolicited commercial communications, including spam or chain letters, without our prior written consent.
- Attempts to impersonate My Nerdy Planet, any employee, another user, or any other person or entity.
- Interferes with, degrades, or limits other users’ ability to use the website.
Additional prohibited actions include, but are not limited to:
- Using automated means (robots, spiders, scrapers) to access or copy content without our prior written consent.
- Introducing malicious code, viruses, or other harmful material.
- Attempting unauthorized access to company systems, servers, databases, or user accounts.
- Conducting attacks such as denial-of-service or distributed denial-of-service against the website.
Breaches of the foregoing may result in suspension or termination of access and may expose the actor to civil or criminal liability to the full extent permitted by law.
5. User Accounts
Account holders are responsible for maintaining accurate account information and securing access credentials.
To create an account on My Nerdy Planet, you must provide accurate, complete, and current information. You agree to keep your account information up to date. Providing false or misleading information, or failing to update information when it changes, constitutes a breach of these Terms and may result in suspension or termination of your access.
You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and for all activity that occurs under your account. Specifically, you must:
- Maintain the confidentiality and security of your password and other account credentials.
- Limit access to devices and systems where you are logged in to prevent unauthorized use.
- Accept responsibility for all actions taken using your account, whether or not you authorized them.
You must notify us promptly if you become aware of any unauthorized use of your account or any other breach of security. We reserve the right, in our sole discretion, to refuse or suspend service, terminate accounts, remove or edit content, or cancel orders at any time for conduct that violates these Terms.
Account Services
Registered accounts may enable access to additional informational resources, saved preferences, and participation features. Availability of account-based services is subject to change.
6. Content Submissions
My Nerdy Planet may permit users to submit content, including comments, forum posts, photographs, and other contributions (collectively, “User Content”). By submitting User Content to the website, you grant My Nerdy Planet a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, modify, adapt, publish, translate, distribute, and display such User Content in connection with the operation of the website and our informational and educational activities. This license is worldwide and subject to the terms set forth below.
By submitting User Content you represent and warrant that:
- You own or control the rights to the User Content, or you have obtained all necessary permissions and consents required for submission and the uses described in these Terms.
- The User Content is accurate to the best of your knowledge and does not mislead or deceive.
- The User Content does not violate these Terms, does not infringe any third party rights, and does not contain personal data of others, defamatory material, or otherwise unlawful content.
We reserve the right, but have no obligation, to monitor, edit, refuse, or remove User Content for any reason, including content that we deem to violate these Terms or applicable law. We are not responsible for User Content and make no representations or warranties regarding its accuracy or suitability.
If you believe that material on the website infringes your intellectual property rights, please submit a notice to our designated agent; for permission requests or infringement notices, contact permissions@mynerdyplanet.com. We will respond to properly formatted notices in accordance with applicable law (for example, DMCA procedures for U.S.-hosted content).
7. Third-Party Links
The website may contain links to third-party websites, services, or resources that are not owned or controlled by My Nerdy Planet. Such links are provided solely for your convenience. We do not review, control, or endorse the content, products, services, privacy practices, or terms of use of third-party websites, and we disclaim responsibility for them.
Links to external resources are provided for informational purposes and do not constitute endorsement unless explicitly stated.
You acknowledge and agree that My Nerdy Planet is not responsible or liable, directly or indirectly, for any loss or damage caused or alleged to be caused by or in connection with the use of or reliance on any such content, goods, or services available on or through any such third-party websites or services. We recommend that you review the terms and privacy policies of any third-party sites before using them.
Note: When we link to certification bodies, cooperatives, or partner organizations, the link is informational. Any affiliation, sponsorship, or paid relationship will be disclosed where applicable.
8. Privacy Policy
Your privacy is important to us. The Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms of Use by reference, describes the types of information we collect, the purposes for which we use that information, the lawful bases for processing (where applicable), data retention practices, and the rights available to data subjects. By using My Nerdy Planet, you consent to our collection, use, and disclosure of information as described in the Privacy Policy.
Review Our Privacy Practices
For full details on how we process personal data, how long we retain information, and how to exercise your rights, please read the Privacy Policy linked below or contact our data inquiries address.
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to collect certain technical and usage data when you visit the website. Cookies are small data files that may include an anonymous unique identifier. You may control cookie preferences through your browser or via our cookie settings where provided. For more detail, please see our Cookie Policy.
9. Disclaimers
While we endeavor to provide accurate educational information, individual experiences and results may vary.
Your use of My Nerdy Planet is at your sole risk. The website and its content are provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis. Except where expressly stated otherwise, My Nerdy Planet makes no representations or warranties of any kind, whether express, implied, statutory, or otherwise, including but not limited to warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, non-infringement, or accuracy.
My Nerdy Planet does not warrant that:
- The website will meet your requirements or expectations;
- The website will be uninterrupted, timely, secure, or error-free;
- The results obtained from using the website will be accurate, complete, or reliable; or
- Any defects or errors in the website will be corrected.
The content on the website is provided for general informational and educational purposes only and should not be relied upon as professional advice. Statements about coffee culture, sustainability practices, and regional coffee characteristics are intended as general guidance and do not replace professional or technical consultation where applicable.
Coffee appreciation is subjective. Individual experiences with brewing methods, flavor profiles, and sustainability practices may differ. Our content reflects our best understanding at the time of publication and should be treated as informational rather than authoritative.
10. Limitations of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, My Nerdy Planet, its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, agents, licensors, and service providers shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including but not limited to lost profits, lost data, loss of goodwill, or other intangible losses, arising out of or in connection with your access to or use of, or inability to access or use, the website, any content on the website, or any services provided through the website.
- This includes liability arising from third-party content or conduct, technical failures, or unauthorized access to your transmissions or content.
- Liability for claims arising from your use of the website is limited to the maximum extent permitted by law.
In no event shall My Nerdy Planet’s aggregate liability to you for all claims exceed the amount paid by you, if any, for access to the website or for the purchase of products or services giving rise to such claim. Nothing in these Terms shall limit liability that cannot be excluded or limited under applicable law.
11. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless My Nerdy Planet and its officers, directors, employees, agents, affiliates, licensors, and service providers from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, or expenses (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) arising out of or related to:
- Your breach of these Terms;
- Your User Content or submissions;
- Your violation of any applicable law or the rights of a third party, including intellectual property, privacy, or publicity rights; or
- Any claim that your use of the website caused damage to a third party.
To make a claim for indemnification, My Nerdy Planet will provide you with written notice of the claim, and you will have the right to assume the defense with counsel reasonably acceptable to My Nerdy Planet. You must not settle any claim without My Nerdy Planet’s prior written consent if such settlement imposes any obligations or restrictions on My Nerdy Planet. This indemnification obligation survives termination of these Terms.
12. Termination
Users may discontinue their relationship with the service at any time; the company may also terminate access for cause.
My Nerdy Planet may suspend or terminate your account and bar access to the website immediately and without prior notice if, in our sole discretion, you violate these Terms or engage in conduct that we reasonably believe may harm the website, other users, or third parties. Termination may occur for any reason permitted by law.
If you wish to terminate your account, you may discontinue use of the website or submit a request for account deletion via the Contact Information section. Requests for deletion will be processed in accordance with our Privacy Policy and applicable data protection laws; certain information may be retained where required for legal compliance, fraud prevention, or legitimate business purposes.
Where appropriate and practicable, we may provide notice and an opportunity to cure a breach prior to termination (for example, a brief cure period for correctable failures). However, we reserve the right to suspend or terminate access immediately where necessary to protect the website, its users, or to comply with legal obligations.
Provisions that by their nature are intended to survive termination shall survive, including but not limited to ownership provisions, warranty disclaimers, indemnities, and limitations of liability.
13. Changes to Terms
We reserve the right to modify these Terms of Use at any time. Material changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date. For account holders, we will use reasonable efforts to provide notice of material changes by email to the address associated with your account when the change is material and affects your rights or obligations.
Your continued access to or use of the website after the effective date of any revised Terms constitutes acceptance of those revised Terms. If you do not agree with the revised Terms, you should stop using the website and may request account deletion in accordance with the Contact Information and Privacy Policy procedures.
We recommend reviewing these Terms periodically. Changes become effective as posted unless we state otherwise in the notice of change.
14. Governing Law
These Terms of Use and any dispute or claim arising out of or in connection with them shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Oregon, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.
Subject to any applicable exceptions under mandatory law, you and My Nerdy Planet agree that the federal and state courts located in the State of Oregon shall have exclusive jurisdiction to resolve any dispute or claim arising out of or in connection with these Terms or your use of the website. We retain the right to bring proceedings in any other jurisdiction as necessary to enforce our rights.
By using the website you submit to the jurisdiction of such courts and waive any objections to venue or convenience of forum to the extent permitted by law.
15. Contact Information
For questions about these Terms of Use or related information, contact the address below.
If you have questions about these Terms of Use, requests concerning your data, or require further information, please contact us using one of the methods below.
By Mail:
My Nerdy Planet
123 Coffee Avenue
Suite 456
Portland, OR 97201
United States
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16. Our Commitment to Sustainability
Our published resources emphasize sustainable practices and social responsibility in coffee production.
My Nerdy Planet aims to promote environmental and social responsibility through its informational content and operational choices. We seek to work with hosting and service providers that employ renewable energy and energy-efficient practices where feasible. References to partners, certification bodies, or sustainability initiatives are provided for informational purposes; we will disclose any material affiliations or paid relationships where applicable.
Environmental Responsibility
We endeavor to reduce the environmental impact of our digital operations and to provide content that highlights environmentally responsible farming methods, conservation efforts, and best practices for sustainable coffee production.
Social Responsibility
Our content emphasizes fair labor practices and community development initiatives. Where appropriate, we reference organizations that support coffee producers through fair trade, direct trade, or community programs.
By using the website, you support our informational mission to raise awareness of sustainable coffee practices. For questions about our sustainability statements or requests for supporting documentation, please contact us at mynerdyplanet@gmail.com.
Sustainability Resources
Explore our curated resources on sustainable coffee production, certification programs, and community initiatives.
Conclusion
These Terms of Use support the responsible provision and use of educational materials on this website.
Thank you for reviewing the Terms of Use for My Nerdy Planet. The website provides informational and educational content about coffee culture, sustainability, and Guatemalan coffee. Your compliance with these Terms ensures the continued availability and integrity of our informational resources.
If you require clarification on any provision of these Terms, or need assistance, contact us at mynerdyplanet@gmail.com. Maintaining clear communication about terms, data handling, and content use helps preserve a constructive environment for all users.
Further Information
To access our educational materials or request records, please visit our Learn page or contact us directly.