Terms of Service

Who we are

Website: https://budopedia.org

Contact: budopedia.contact@gmail.com

Acceptance of Terms

By registering an account, accessing the forum or blog, editing the wiki, or using any part of this website, users agree to these Terms of Service. Users who do not agree should not continue using the website.

Account Registration

Users must provide accurate information during registration. Accounts are personal and may not be shared or transferred. Each user is responsible for maintaining the security of their account and password. If unauthorized access or activity is detected, the user should immediately contact budopedia.contact@gmail.com.

Forum, Blog and Wiki Use

The forum, blog and wiki are designed for sharing information related to martial arts. Users must follow respectful and lawful communication. The following is not allowed:

  • Personal attacks, harassment, or discrimination
  • Posting copyrighted content without permission
  • Advertising or spam
  • Posting false, misleading, or illegal material
  • Sharing private or confidential information

Moderators may edit, move, or remove posts that violate these terms or community rules.

Contributions and Content Ownership

By posting, editing, or uploading any content to the forum, blog or wiki, users grant Budopedia a non-exclusive, worldwide license to store, display, and reproduce the content for community use. This allows the content to remain visible as part of discussions or shared knowledge.

Users retain full ownership of their contributions but accept that published materials may remain visible after account deletion to preserve the structure and integrity of discussions and articles.

Content Moderation and Removal

Moderators have the right to review and remove content that breaches these terms, violates Danish or EU law, or creates unnecessary disruption. Decisions made by moderators are final. Users may request clarification or appeal by contacting budopedia.contact@gmail.com.

User Responsibilities

All users are expected to act responsibly and respectfully. It is the user’s responsibility to ensure that their contributions are accurate and lawful. The website does not take responsibility for user-generated content, opinions, or external sources linked by members.

Reporting Violations

Any user may report content that violates these Terms of Service by contacting budopedia.contact@gmail.com. Reports are reviewed as quickly as possible, and appropriate action will be taken where necessary.

External Links

This website may include links to external websites for reference or further information. Budopedia has no control over external sites and is not responsible for their content, privacy policies, or security practices. Users should review the terms and policies of any linked website before engaging with it.

Intellectual Property

All original articles, logos, and materials provided directly by Budopedia are protected under Danish copyright law. Users must not copy, redistribute, or reproduce any protected material without permission. Content submitted by users remains the intellectual property of the original contributor.

Disclaimer

Information shared on the website, wiki, blog and forum is for educational and discussion purposes only. Martial arts practice involves physical risk, and users should seek qualified instruction and medical advice where needed. Budopedia is not responsible for any injury, damage, or loss resulting from information obtained from the site.

Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, liability for any claims arising from use of the website is limited to the amount paid by the user, if any, for the service involved. The website is provided “as is” without any guarantee of accuracy, availability, or uninterrupted service.

Privacy and Data Protection

Personal information is processed according to the Privacy Policy. The Privacy Policy explains what data is collected, how it is used, and how users can exercise their rights under Danish and EU law.

Termination of Accounts

Accounts may be suspended or deleted for violation of these terms, security reasons, or inactivity. A user may also request account deletion by contacting budopedia.contact@gmail.com. Wiki, blog and forum posts may remain visible to preserve the continuity of discussions and shared information.

Dispute Resolution

In the event of a dispute, users are encouraged to first contact the site administrator for an informal resolution. If no agreement is reached, disputes will be handled under Danish law. Legal actions shall be brought before the competent courts of Denmark.

Changes to Terms

These Terms of Service may be updated from time to time to reflect new features, rules, or legal obligations. The date of the latest version is always listed at the bottom of this document. Continued use of the website means acceptance of the new terms.

Copyright Infringement Notices

Any user who believes that content on the site infringes copyright may send a notice with supporting details to budopedia.contact@gmail.com. The notice must include the name of the copyrighted work, a link to the infringing content, and contact information. Verified copyright violations will be removed or restricted as required by Danish and EU copyright law.

Legal Jurisdiction

This website follows the laws of Denmark and the European Union. Any disputes related to these terms or use of the site are subject to Danish jurisdiction.

Effective date: October 3, 2025