Terms and Conditions

1. Acceptance of Terms

These Terms and Conditions ("Terms") govern your use of the website rhizosphere.info (the "Site") and all related services provided by rhizosphere (the "Company"). By using the Site, you agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree with these Terms, you may not use the Site.

The Company reserves the right to modify or update these Terms at any time without prior notice. Changes take effect upon publication on the Site. We recommend checking this page periodically for updates. Your continued use of the Site after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

You confirm that you are at least 18 years of age and have the legal capacity to enter into binding agreements. If you use the Site on behalf of a business or other legal entity, you confirm that you have authority to act on behalf of that entity.

2. Use of Service

The Company provides access to information about auto repair, maintenance, and consultation services through the Site. You agree to use the Site and services only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms.

You agree not to use the Site to:

• violate any applicable laws or regulations;
• harm or attempt to harm other users or the Company;
• distribute viruses, malicious software, or other technologies that may damage the Company, the Site, or users;
• gain unauthorized access to the Company's systems or networks.

The Company reserves the right to suspend or terminate access to the Site at any time if you violate these Terms or if necessary to protect the interests of the Company or other users.

3. User Obligations

You agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information when contacting us through the Site or requesting services. You are responsible for the accuracy of information you submit through contact forms, email, or phone communications.

You agree to notify the Company promptly of any unauthorized use of your submitted information or any security concern related to your communications with us. The Company is not liable for losses arising from your failure to fulfill these obligations.

You also agree not to use the Site to collect personal information from other users without their consent or to circumvent any security measures implemented by the Company.

4. Intellectual Property Rights

All materials on the Site, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, and software, are the property of rhizosphere or third parties and are protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws.

You receive a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and use Site materials for personal, non-commercial purposes. You may not copy, modify, distribute, or create derivative works from Site materials without prior written consent from the Company.

All rights not expressly granted in these Terms remain with the Company.

5. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, rhizosphere shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, punitive, or consequential damages arising from use of or inability to use the Site or services, including but not limited to loss of profits, data, or other intangible losses.

The Company is not liable for damages arising from:

• use of or inability to use the Site;
• access to the Site or its content;
• unauthorized access to your data;
• actions or omissions of third parties.

If the Company is found liable for any damages, its liability shall be limited to the amount paid by you for services during the twelve months preceding the claim.

6. Disclaimers

The Site and all services are provided "as is" and "as available" without warranties of any kind, express or implied, including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement.

The Company does not guarantee that the Site will be uninterrupted or error-free, that defects will be corrected, or that the Site is free from viruses or other harmful components. You use the Site at your own risk.

The Company is not responsible for errors or omissions in Site content and does not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of information published on the Site. Automotive repair outcomes depend on individual vehicle conditions and should be confirmed through professional inspection.

7. Indemnification

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless rhizosphere, its directors, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, expenses, liabilities, and costs, including reasonable attorney fees, arising from:

• your use of the Site;
• your violation of these Terms;
• your violation of third-party rights;
• your violation of applicable laws or regulations.

The Company reserves the right to assume exclusive defense of any claim at its own expense. You agree to cooperate with the Company in defending such claims.

8. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Texas, without regard to conflict of law principles. You agree to submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of courts located in Travis County, Texas, for resolution of disputes arising from these Terms or use of the Site.

If any provision of these Terms is found invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

9. Dispute Resolution

All disputes, controversies, or claims arising from these Terms or use of the Site shall first be addressed through good-faith negotiations between the parties. If the parties cannot reach agreement within 30 days, any dispute may be submitted to binding arbitration under the rules of the American Arbitration Association.

Arbitration shall take place in Austin, Texas, and the arbitrator's decision shall be final and binding on both parties. Each party bears its own arbitration costs unless otherwise determined by the arbitrator.

10. Termination

The Company may suspend or terminate your access to the Site at any time without prior notice if you violate these Terms or if necessary to protect the interests of the Company or other users.

Upon termination, all rights and licenses granted under these Terms cease immediately. You agree to discontinue use of the Site and any unauthorized use of materials obtained from it.

Provisions relating to intellectual property, limitation of liability, disclaimers, indemnification, and other sections that by nature should survive termination shall remain in effect.

11. Changes to Terms

The Company reserves the right to modify these Terms at any time. All changes will be posted on this page with the date of the last update. Your continued use of the Site after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

We recommend checking this page periodically. If you do not agree with changes, you should discontinue use of the Site.

Some changes may require your explicit consent, in which case you will be notified accordingly.

12. Contact Information

If you have questions or comments about these Terms, please contact us: