Terms
of Service for Dialup and Webhosting
General
Webjogger
(hereinafter referred to as "Webjogger " or the "ISP"
or Internet Service Provider) hereby agrees to provide you Internet
access services (hereinafter referred to as "Service")
in accordance with these "Terms and Conditions," which
you (hereinafter termed "Client") shall indicate acceptance
of by your use of such Service unless and until you inform us in
writing of your desire to have Service discontinued. In no event
shall Webjogger be obligated to provide any services including those
listed herein absent this document signed and dated by the Client
and returned to Webjogger in a timely manner. Such Terms and Conditions
may be changed from time to time by Webjogger as provided below.
Client agrees to accept such changes or, alternately, serve written
notice on Webjogger of termination of this contract. Either party
may, without cause, terminate this agreement upon notification of
the other except Webjogger may do so either in writing or by notifying
Client electronically through Webjogger's e-mail services, or other
means as deemed appropriate. Notice to Client's last known e-mail
address shall be sufficient.
Client agrees
that no other representations, whether verbal or written, have been
made, hence, any and all other alleged agreements, whether verbal
or written, if any, are null and void and this agreement shall substitute
for them.
Client agrees
access to other networks via the Service shall be in compliance
with their policies and rules. Client agrees such use of other organizations'
networks or computing resources subjects Client to those organizations'
permission and usage policies except that should a conflict arise
between those policies/rules and this agreement, this agreement
shall take precedent and Webjogger shall be the sole arbiter of
the interpretation thereof.
If, for any
reason, any terms or provisions of this document shall be held unenforceable
by a court of law, the remaining Terms and Conditions shall remain
fully in effect wholly and severally. Client agrees that should
any litigation ensue involving Webjogger, that New York State courts
of law, specifically those located in Dutchess County, shall retain
original jurisdiction and shall be accepted as proper venue to the
exclusion of all others. Webjogger reserves the right, and Client
agrees to the same, to respond and yield to the order upon service
of any Subpoena Duces Tecum executed by a court of law, without
notice to the Client. Webjogger shall serve as the sole arbiter
to resolve any disputes regarding the language herein and its interpretation.
Client will
notify Webjogger of any changes in account contact information,
such as physical address, telephone number, message phone, e-mail
address, work address, or other contact information.
These Terms
and Conditions, including Billing Rates, are subject to change.
The latest version of these Terms and Conditions, including Billing
Rates, is always available online on Webjogger's Web server. It
shall be the Client's responsibility to remain abreast of such changes.
Client may contact Webjogger directly or its Web page in order to
ascertain the nature and extent of such changes. Client's continued
usage of Webjogger's services or assigned account after a new policy
has gone into effect constitutes acceptance of that policy. Webjogger
encourages Client to regularly check the policy statement for any
changes. The effective date at the end of this contract will be
updated to indicate a new revision.
Warranty
Webjogger
makes no warranties of any kind, whether express or implied, including
any warranty of merchantability or fitness of this service for a
particular purpose. Webjogger assumes no liability for any damages
suffered by Client including, but not limited to, loss of data from
delays, nondeliveries, misdeliveries, or service interruptions including
Client negligence or errors and/or omissions or those of any third
party. Client agrees that the acceptance by Webjogger of any data,
electronic files, or other information shall not constitute a bailment.
Client agrees that Webjogger will not be held responsible for loss
of business due to the use of these services.
Webjogger
assumes no responsibility for the periodic renewal with and payment
of fees to third-party registrars for maintaining webhosting Client's
domain name registration active or avoiding the expiration of domain
name services. Client agrees that it is entirely Client's responsiblity
to monitor and to respond in a timely way to the regular notifications
of third-party registrars.
Client agrees
to indemnify Webjogger and hold Webjogger harmless from all losses
or damages (including but not limited to court costs and reasonable
attorneys' fees) arising out of or resulting from Client's failure
to strictly abide by these Terms and Conditions.
Client agrees
not to sell, assign, share, or transfer his/her/its Service order
without the prior written consent of the ISP. Webjogger may at any
time sell, assign or transfer this agreement without notice. Client
agrees to hold Webjogger harmless for lack of performance or delay
for any reason, including but not limited to: acts of God, war,
riots, embargoes, strikes or acts by its vendors and suppliers,
concealed acts of workers (whether of Webjogger or others) or accidents,
and attacks by vandals or 'cyber' criminals, or as a result of illegal
conspiracies or other illegal acts tending to victimize or interfere
with the normal operation of the ISP. Webjogger will attempt to
notify Clients in the event of any of the foregoing occurrences.
Should such occurrences continue on for more than 90 days, Webjogger
or its Clients may cancel the Service with no further liability.
Clients agree to notify Webjogger of any knowledge of such activity
they may have and testify to the same if subpoenaed by a court of
law.
Content
Client assumes
all risk and liability arising from any information obtained by
third parties from Webjogger's published and/or private data network
services. Webjogger may list Client's contact information in relevant
directories. Webjogger agrees not to reveal, sell, or otherwise
allow other commercial enterprises to use Client's contact information
for the purpose of commercial advertising. Webjogger also agrees
to take all reasonable precautions to prevent Client's contact information,
that Webjogger uses and maintains during, and for, the course of
business, from being obtained by unauthorized parties.
Unless otherwise
indicated by the ISP, Webjogger exercises no control or censorship,
per se, over the Content obtained through the Service. Accordingly,
Client assumes all risk and liability associated with such Content
obtained or accessed by Client through the ISP deliberately or otherwise.
Webjogger specifically denies any responsibility for the accuracy,
quality or appropriateness of Content obtained through the ISP.
Client specifically agrees to hold Webjogger harmless to the limits
of its liability as described above for any and all slander, libel,
or defamation not resulting from direct and deliberate intent on
the part of the ISP. Client understands and agrees that Webjogger,
as a wire data access provider, cannot assume liability for the
pronouncements, inaccuracies, slander, libel, threats, harassment,
or defamation of Client by third parties. Client agrees to hold
Webjogger harmless for the same.
Storage on
Webjogger's equipment shall be provided for e-mail and/or file storage,
and shall be limited to 2 megabytes for Personal accounts. The exact
amount for other types of accounts will be specified depending on
the type of service the client purchased . Other arrangements and
additional storage can be purchased from the ISP as space and equipment
limitations allow. Upon termination of this Agreement, Client's
mail shall no longer be accessible and Client agrees to hold Webjogger
harmless for any e-mail not received or lost, whether before or
after termination of this Agreement. Webjogger will forward incoming
mail to the new e-mail address specified by the client for the period
of one week at no charge. Beyond that time the client has the option
of requesting this e-mail forward service according to the rates
established by Webjogger.
Client's Equipment
Physical equipment
and/or software products not provided by Webjogger are the Client's
responsibility, including the installation and/or service on such
equipment and/or software. Client agrees to be responsible for the
use and compatibility of hardware and software not provided by Webjogger
. In the event Client's use of hardware and/or software impairs
the functional utility of the ISP, Client shall remain liable for
Webjogger's monthly Service fee. Upon notice from the ISP that the
hardware and/or software in question is causing, or likely to cause
hazard, interference or service obstruction, Client shall immediately
eliminate the hazard, interference or obstruction to the satisfaction
of the ISP. Webjogger shall be the sole judge and arbiter of what
constitutes such interference, hazard, or obstruction.
Billing
Client agrees
to pay for the Service in accordance with Webjogger's Billing Rates
currently in effect. If Webjogger does not receive payment when
due, Client's account may be terminated. It is the Client's responsibility
to ensure that any payments Webjogger receives are clearly noted
with respect to the account for which they are intended. Termination
of Client's account does not relieve Client's responsibility under
this agreement to pay all fees incurred up to the date the account
was cancelled, including any collection fees, attorney fees, and
court costs incurred by Webjogger as a result.
Services must
be paid for in advance either by a major credit card or by check.
Checks or credit card charges returned to Webjogger unpaid are subject
to a $20.00 returned payment fee and the account will immediately
be placed on hold. Payments received later than five days after
the start of the billing period will also cause the account to be
placed on hold. Service to accounts on hold will be suspended and
those accounts may be subject to a $20.00 reconnection fee once
payment in full of all past due amounts is received. Suspension
of service does not remove the client from the obligation to pay
Webjogger. Only a written cancellation request will relieve the
client from his or her obligations to pay the monthly fee. Accounts
placed on hold are subject to 1.5% per month interest charge on
the outstanding balance. If the client's account is on hold, he
or she agrees to pay Webjogger its reasonable expenses, including
attorney and collection agency fees, incurred while enforcing its
rights set forth in this document.
Clients who
opt for credit card payment will have their periodic fees automatically
charged to the specified credit card number following account activation.
The anniversary date of the client's billing cycle will be the first
day of the calendar month. Unless special circumstances arise, the
client's Card will be charged on the anniversary date. The calendar
month immediately following the first anniversary date will be regarded
as the first full month of service. The initial fees charged to
the client's Card will include the basic rate for the first full
month of service, plus a prorated percentage of the following billing
period's basic rate. The proration will be based on the number of
days that the client used the service between account activation
and the first anniversary date. The Card will be charged periodically,
in advance of services, until the client or the ISP decides to terminate
the contract.
In the case
the client decides to pay with check, Webjogger offers direct period
billing. The client will be billed upon account activation. Statements
will be issued at the commencement of the billing period. Clients
will have 17 days to return their payment for continuing services.
Credit card
charges and bills will include the current billing period's basic
rate and the last month's additional charges.
Service account
fees are subject to change. The client will be notified via postal
mail or e-mail thirty days before said rate change takes effect
and will have 15 days from postmarked date of mailing of the rate
change to notify Webjogger of the cancellation of his or her service
agreement. If no written notice (via postal mail, e-mail or fax)
of cancellation is received by Webjogger in that time, the client
understands and agrees to be bound by any higher rate beginning
in the next billing cycle. Unlimited interactive use accounts cannot
be transferred or shared with other users. Continuation of services
by Webjogger is subject to ongoing approval of client creditworthiness.
Service fee shall continue to accrue despite account suspension
until Webjogger receives notice from Client that this agreement
is terminated. Webjogger assumes no liability for files left on
its equipment beyond 7 days past due by clients delinquent in their
payment obligation.
Webjogger
may with its own discretion and upon its own initiative return to
the client any money or consideration not yet credited to services
provided. This shall be the full extent and limit of any liability
or obligation on the part of the ISP to the client. However, should
Webjogger terminate clients account for non-compliance with the
terms and conditions set forth herein, Webjogger is not obligated
to issue to a client any monies or consideration that have not yet
been applied to services.
Client to
terminate this agreement and close the assigned account at any time
provided prior written notice to Webjogger is given. Client shall
remain responsible for any fees incurred up to the date of temination
of the service.
Use of Services
The Service
may only be used for lawful purposes. Transmission and/or retransmission
of any information, data, communication, material or content (hereinafter
known as "Content") in violation of any federal or state
regulation is strictly prohibited. The aforementioned shall include,
but is not limited to, copyrighted Content, threats, harassment,
obscene or indecent Content, Content that would encourage any action
that would constitute a criminal offense whether defined by local,
state, federal or international law, or Content protected by trade
secret. Client agrees to indemnify and hold harmless Webjogger from
any claims resulting from Client's use of this Service which damages
Client, Webjogger, or a third party. At Webjogger's discretion,
Webjogger may revoke Service for inappropriate usage. Webjogger
shall remain the sole arbiter of what constitutes inappropriate
usage and the interpretation thereof, but shall use common sense,
the Terms and Conditions set forth herein, and any applicable local,
state, federal, or international laws to determine the interpretation
of "appropriate usage".
Webjogger
does not wish to host adult-oriented sites at this time. This is
not due to any consideration other than the amount of system resources
these sites consume.
Client acknowledges
much of the Content available on and through Webjogger is covered
by copyright. Unless Client has express permission from the copyright
holder, Client may not redistribute this Content to others, including
but not limited to use of this Content on radio, television, or
printed media such as newspapers, magazines or newsletters, or any
other electronic forum or media.
Client understands
that simulation of any type of account or Service that Client does
not have access to is not permitted and is fraudulent use of Service.
Client also recognizes that this includes replicating services on
Clients machine(s) unless Clients account permits such use.
Webjogger
reserves the right to delete unused Client email boxes @webjogger.net
after six (6) months of no usage. An email box will be considered
unused if a POP3 connection (i.e. from an email program such as
Outlook Express) or an HTTP connection through Webjogger's webmail
interface has not been established to it within a six month period.
Dial-up accounts
that are unmetered may not be used as dedicated accounts. Active
usage for unlimited time is allowed. Active usage is defined as
you, the account owner, continually inputting and receiving data.
Using non-sentient methods, such as frequent automated e-mail checks,
to keep a connection active while you (Client) are not interacting
with the session, is not permitted. Client understands that if account
is used in a dedicated fashion, it is fradulent use of the dial-up
account and may be invoiced for the account type that is being simulated.
Webjogger
will, from time to time, monitor activity of client connections
and expressly reserves the right to disconnect any non-active connection.
Current policy sets a limit of twenty (20) minutes of monitored
non-active time before an automatic disconnection occurs. Webjogger
also expressly reserves the right to define and amend what constitutes
active and non-active usage (for example, as according to changes
in trends and technology).
Webjogger's
policies with regard to its Unlimited Accounts are intended to further
and protect the interests of the great majority of its clients;
Webjogger considers this its primary obligation as an ISP. Most
clients desire simple dial-up access with a minimum of busy signals,
even during "peak" hours. Experience and common sense
dictate that no feasible client to modem ratio can be maintained
as long as some clients determinedly and habitually present a pattern
of dominating the ISP's available phone lines. For those who demand
such very high-usage, near-continual connectivity, Webjogger's dedicated
access account is offered.
Intellectual Property Rights
Title and
property rights, including all intellectual property rights to the
ISP, are and shall remain with Webjogger, whether or not they are
embedded in any programming, software or hardware.
Client recognizes
that Webjogger's services and/or products, programming and software
used hereunder constitute valuable trade secrets of Webjogger .
Client agrees to use reasonable efforts to protect and keep confidential
any and all programming and software used by ISP and shall never
make any attempt to copy, examine in any way, alter or reengineer,
reverse engineer, tamper with or otherwise misuse such services,
programs, hardware, etc.
Account Sharing
Client assumes
full responsibility for any and all use of the account Webjogger
assigns under these Terms and Conditions. In no event may Client
share the assigned account or associated password without the express
permission of the ISP. If Webjogger gives permission to Client to
allow others to use the account, Client must furnish identity and
contact information of any such user to ISP prior to such use. Additionally,
Client shall be fully responsible for the actions of these designated
parties while they are using Webjogger's equipment and/or services.
Client remains fully subject to these Terms and Conditions, and
agrees to indemnify ISP against any liability arising out of such
use. Should Webjogger find that this provision has been violated,
it will serve as grounds for immediate termination of the Client's
account without recourse.
If concurrent
logins are found for your account on the modem pool(s), Client will
be liable for twice the monthly cost of Client's account type per
month. Accounts may not be shared unless it is with a member of
Clients family or a domestic partner residing in the same household
using the same computer.
Miscellaneous Policies
In conjunction
with Client's use of the ISP, Client agrees to abide by the following
Webjogger policies:
• Users of the Service shall promote efficient use of
the Service and the networks to minimize and avoid when possible
unnecessary network traffic and interference with the work of
other users of the interconnected networks.
• Detached, or background, processes or programs may not
be initiated or be allowed to be functioning in any of the ISP's
servers.
• Users of the Service shall not disrupt Webjogger's networks
or any of the other networks as a whole or any equipment or system
forming part of its or any other party's systems, or any services
provided over, or in connection with, any of the networks.
• Webjogger's networks shall not be used to transmit any
communication where the meaning of the message, or its transmission
or distribution, would violate any applicable law or regulation
or would likely be highly offensive to the recipient or recipients
thereof.
• All posted form data containing any form of monetary exchange
information must go through a secure server.
• Client will refrain from mass electronic posting ('spamming'
or Unsolicited Commercial Advertisement (UCA) of any unsolicited,
noncontextual, nontopical advertisements to the USENET discussion
group bulletin board system;
SPAM is defined as:
• The sending of unsolicited e-mail to multiple persons.
• Posting commercial ads to USENET newsgroups and/or mailing
lists that do not permit it.
• Posting articles containing binary encoded data to non-binary
newsgroup and/or mailing list.
• Posting off-topic messages to newsgroups and/or mailing
lists.
• Excessive cross-posting to newsgroups.
• Client will refrain from mass posting of any unsolicited,
noncontextual, nontopical advertisements using electronic mail
or other TCP/IP Internet applications.
• Client will refrain from using account(s) on ISP's servers
as a 'mail drop' for replies to Unsolicited Commercial Advertisement
(UCA).
Should any
of the above be violated in any way, a nominal penalty fee will
be invoiced to the Client, in addition to the regular recurring
fee for the account(s) that is assigned to the Client(s). Client
shall be responsible for payment of that fee, and understands that
payment shall be in accordance with the ISP's current billing terms.
In addition to the penalty fee, Client's account will be immediately
terminated.
The Client
agrees that Webjogger has the right to delete all data, files, other
information that is stored in the Client's account on Webjogger's
servers if the account is terminated, either by Webjogger or by
the Client. The Client also agrees to keep his/her directory clean
and to download or delete e-mail messages in a timely manner. Webjogger
reserves the right to notify any user who is using disproportionate
share of Webjogger disk space that immediate downloading or deletion
is necessary; and to delete files from any user's account if that
user, once notified, fails to clean his directory upon notification.
Age Requirement
The entire
Terms and Conditions herein stated are predicated on the fact that
the Client is over eighteen years of age at the time Client opens
an account with Webjogger . Should the age of Client be less than
eighteen years of age, this agreement is null and void unless proof
is simultaneously presented of a Court Order declaring the Client
to be an emancipated minor entitled to enter into such contracts,
or a copy of this agreement is returned with the signature of a
Parent or Legal Guardian.
Revisions
These Terms
and Conditions (as may be revised from time to time as provided
above) supersede all previous Terms and Conditions documents, understandings
or agreements and shall prevail despite any variance with any prior
Terms and Conditions including the Terms and Conditions applicable
at the time of Client's order.
If you would
like a printed copy of this policy statement, please send your name
and address to service@webjogger.net, and state that you wish to
have the System Policies mailed to you.
Last Updated: April, 2007
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