Terms of Use

Last Updated: September 2, 2024

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using the website of Oceaniacom Pty Ltd (“we,” “our,” or “us”), you agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms of Use. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use our website.

2. Use of Website

      • You must be at least 18 years old to use this website. If you are under 18, you may use this website with the involvement of a parent or guardian.

      • You agree to use this website for lawful purposes only and in a manner consistent with all applicable laws and regulations.

      • You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account information and password, if applicable.

    3. Intellectual Property

        • All content on this website, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, audio clips, video clips, and digital downloads, is the property of Oceaniacom Pty Ltd and is protected by copyright laws.

        • You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or create derivative works from any content on this website without our prior written consent.

      4. Submissions

          • If you submit content, including but not limited to manuscripts, proposals, or creative works, to us, you grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide license to use, reproduce, and distribute the content.

        • You are responsible for the content you submit and ensure that it does not violate the rights of any third party.

        5. AI-Generated Content Policy

        • Oceaniacom Pty Ltd, including its subsidiaries Oceaniacom Films and Oceaniacom Press (collectively referred to as “Oceaniacom”), is committed to supporting and promoting original creative works produced by human artists, writers, filmmakers, and creators. In line with this commitment, we explicitly state that Oceaniacom Pty Ltd does not support or endorse the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools, software, or technologies to create published works, entertainment content, or any submissions for consideration on our platforms.

        Policy on AI-Generated Content

        1. Prohibition of AI-Generated Content: Oceaniacom Pty Ltd strictly prohibits the submission, acceptance, and publication of any content that has been wholly or partially generated using AI tools, including but not limited to text generators, image generators, deepfakes, voice synthesis, or any other form of AI-driven content creation technology. This policy applies to all forms of content, including articles, stories, scripts, artworks, films, videos, audio recordings, and any other creative or entertainment media.
        2. Commitment to Human Creativity: We firmly believe in the value of human creativity and artistic expression. Oceaniacom Pty Ltd is dedicated to fostering a creative environment that supports real artists, writers, and creators. As such, all submissions must be the original work of the submitting party or group and must not incorporate any elements generated by AI tools, either in whole or in part.
        Submission Guidelines and Verification
        1. Mandatory Disclosure: All individuals and entities submitting content to Oceaniacom Pty Ltd for consideration must explicitly disclose whether any portion of the submitted work was created using AI tools. Failure to provide accurate disclosure will be considered a violation of these Terms of Use.

        2. Verification and Review Process: Oceaniacom Pty Ltd reserves the right to implement verification processes to assess the originality of submitted content. This may include, but is not limited to, the use of AI detection tools, manual review by our editorial team, and requesting additional information or evidence of originality from the submitter.

        Consequences of Violating the AI-Generated Content Policy
        1. Refusal of Publication: Any content found to be in violation of this policy will be immediately disqualified from consideration for publication. Oceaniacom Pty Ltd reserves the right to refuse to publish any content that, upon review, is determined to be wholly or partially generated using AI tools.

        2. Removal of Published Content: If any content is discovered to have been generated using AI tools after it has been published, Oceaniacom Pty Ltd reserves the right to remove such content from our platforms without prior notice to the submitting party. This includes content that may have passed initial reviews but is later found to violate our AI-Generated Content Policy.

        3. Ban on Future Submissions: Any individual or entity found to have submitted AI-generated content in violation of this policy may be banned from making future submissions to Oceaniacom Pty Ltd. This ban may be temporary or permanent, at the sole discretion of Oceaniacom Pty Ltd, based on the severity and frequency of the violation.

        4. Legal and Financial Repercussions: Oceaniacom Pty Ltd reserves the right to pursue any legal or financial remedies available, including seeking damages for any reputational harm or financial losses incurred due to the publication or attempted publication of AI-generated content in violation of this policy.

        Amendments to the AI-Generated Content Policy

        Oceaniacom Pty Ltd reserves the right to update, amend, or modify this AI-Generated Content Policy at any time without prior notice. We encourage all users and submitters to review this section regularly to stay informed of our policies regarding AI-generated content.

        6. Privacy

            • Our collection and use of your personal information are governed by our Privacy Policy.

          7. Links to Third-Party Websites

            • This website may contain links to third-party websites. We do not endorse or control these websites and are not responsible for their content or practices.
            8.  Affiliate Disclosure
            • In the Terms of Use, we provide a detailed explanation of how our company operates, including any affiliate partnerships. As part of this, we disclose that Oceaniacom Pty Ltd and its subsidiaries, Oceaniacom Films and Oceaniacom Press, are participants in affiliate programs such as the Amazon Associates Program. We explain that we earn commissions from qualifying purchases made through affiliate links on our websites. This section emphasizes that these affiliations do not influence our content or editorial independence. For more information, visit our Affiliate Disclosure on how we earn commissions.

            9. Disclaimers and Limitation of Liability

                • This website is provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis. We make no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, regarding the website’s availability, accuracy, or reliability.

                • We are not liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of this website.

              10. Indemnification

              You agree to indemnify and hold us harmless from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, and expenses (including legal fees) arising from your use of this website or violation of these Terms of Use.

              11. Changes to Terms

              We may update these Terms of Use from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with the updated date.

              12. Contact Us

              If you have any questions about our Terms of Use, please visit our Contact page.

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