Terms and Conditions of Use

Last Updated: May 27, 2025

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using this website, you accept and agree to be bound by the terms and provision of this agreement. If you do not agree to abide by the above, please do not use this service.

2. Definitions

  • “Website” refers to this portfolio website that could be found at the URLs here or here
  • “Content” refers to all photographs, music recordings, audio files, images, text, graphics, and other materials displayed on this website
  • “User” refers to anyone who accesses or uses this website
  • “Owner” refers to Curtis Hildebrand, the creator and owner of this website and its content

3. Intellectual Property Rights

All content on this website, including but not limited to photographs, music recordings, compositions, lyrics, artwork, graphics, text, and design elements, is the exclusive property of the Owner and is protected by Canadian and international copyright laws.

3.2 All Rights Reserved

Unless explicitly stated otherwise, all rights are reserved. No content may be copied, reproduced, distributed, published, downloaded, displayed, posted, or transmitted in any form or by any means without the prior written consent of the Owner.

3.3 Trademark Protection

Any trademarks, service marks, or logos displayed on this website are the property of their respective owners.

4. Permitted Uses

4.1 Personal Viewing

Users may view the content on this website for personal, non-commercial purposes only.

4.2 Social Media Sharing

Users may share links to specific pages of this website on social media platforms, provided that:

  • The original source is properly credited
  • No alterations are made to the shared content
  • The sharing does not imply endorsement by the Owner

4.3 Educational Use

Limited use for educational purposes may be permitted with prior written consent from the Owner.

5. Prohibited Uses

Users are strictly prohibited from:

5.1 Unauthorized Reproduction

  • Copying, downloading, or reproducing any content without explicit permission
  • Creating derivative works based on the content
  • Using content for commercial purposes without licensing agreements

5.2 Distribution and Publication

  • Redistributing content through any medium
  • Publishing content on other websites, blogs, or platforms
  • Including content in print publications or digital media

5.3 Modification and Manipulation

  • Altering, editing, or manipulating photographs or music
  • Removing or obscuring copyright notices or watermarks
  • Cropping or reformatting images

5.4 Commercial Exploitation

  • Using content for advertising or promotional purposes
  • Selling or licensing content to third parties
  • Using content in commercial projects without proper licensing

6. Licensing and Permissions

6.1 Commercial Licensing

Commercial use of any content requires a separate licensing agreement. Contact the Owner for licensing inquiries and rates.

6.2 Permission Requests

All requests for permission to use content must be submitted in writing and include:

  • Specific content to be used
  • Intended use and purpose
  • Duration of use
  • Distribution channels
  • Compensation offered (if applicable)

The Owner respects intellectual property rights and expects users to do the same. Any unauthorized use of content constitutes copyright infringement.

7.2 Takedown Requests

If you believe your copyrighted work has been used inappropriately on this website, please contact the Owner with detailed information about the alleged infringement.

8. User Conduct

8.1 Acceptable Behavior

Users must:

  • Respect all intellectual property rights
  • Use the website lawfully and responsibly
  • Refrain from attempting to gain unauthorized access to protected content

8.2 Prohibited Activities

Users must not:

  • Attempt to bypass security measures or access restrictions
  • Use automated tools to scrape or download content
  • Engage in any activity that could damage or interfere with the website’s operation

9. Privacy and Data Collection

9.1 Information Collection

This website may collect anonymous usage statistics and analytics data to improve user experience.

9.2 Cookies

This website may use cookies to enhance functionality. Users can disable cookies through their browser settings.

9.3 Third-Party Services

This website may integrate with third-party services (such as social media platforms or analytics tools) that have their own privacy policies.

10. Disclaimers and Limitations

10.1 Content Accuracy

While efforts are made to ensure accuracy, the Owner makes no warranties about the completeness, reliability, or accuracy of information on this website.

10.2 Availability

The Owner does not guarantee that the website will be available at all times or free from technical issues.

This website may contain links to external sites. The Owner is not responsible for the content or practices of linked websites.

11. Liability Limitations

11.1 Damages

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, the Owner shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of this website.

11.2 Maximum Liability

The Owner’s total liability for any claims arising from the use of this website shall not exceed the amount paid by the user (if any) for accessing the website.

The Owner actively monitors for unauthorized use of content and will pursue legal action against infringers.

12.2 Remedies

Violations of these terms may result in:

  • Immediate termination of access
  • Legal action for damages
  • Injunctive relief
  • Recovery of attorney fees and costs

13. International Considerations

13.1 Governing Law

These terms are governed by the laws of British Columbia, Canada, and applicable federal Canadian laws.

13.2 International Users

Users accessing this website from outside Canada are responsible for compliance with their local laws and regulations.

13.3 Jurisdiction

Any disputes arising from these terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of British Columbia, Canada.

14. Contact Information

For licensing inquiries, permission requests, or questions about these terms, please use this Contact form

15. Modifications

15.1 Right to Modify

The Owner reserves the right to modify these terms at any time without prior notice.

15.2 Notification of Changes

Material changes to these terms will be posted on this website with an updated “Last Updated” date.

15.3 Continued Use

Continued use of the website after modifications constitutes acceptance of the revised terms.

16. Severability

If any provision of these terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect.

17. Entire Agreement

These terms constitute the entire agreement between the Owner and users regarding the use of this website and supersede all prior agreements and understandings.

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This website and all its content are protected by copyright law. Unauthorized use is strictly prohibited and will be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law.