Terms of Service

1. Acceptance of these Terms

By accessing or using this website (the “Site”), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service (the “Terms”). If you do not agree, do not use the Site. These Terms apply to all visitors and users, including those who simply browse articles and those who submit an inquiry via our contact channels.

Minimum age: You must be at least 16 years old to submit a form or otherwise provide personal data through the Site. If you are under 16, a parent or legal guardian must contact us on your behalf. If local law requires a higher age for consent or contracting, that higher age will apply.

2. Service description and scope

GaelicSignal provides educational materials focused on smartphone literacy and practical digital habits. Our content may include guides, checklists, articles, and workshop information related to smartphone setup, device organization, safer everyday usage, accessory basics, and mobile photography. The Site is designed to help users complete common tasks with clearer understanding and fewer mistakes.

Limitations: GaelicSignal is not a repair service, warranty provider, mobile network operator, or device manufacturer. We do not provide emergency support, and we do not guarantee that our content will apply to every device model, operating system version, or third-party app. You are responsible for confirming device compatibility and for following official guidance from your device manufacturer or service provider where appropriate.

3. User obligations

You agree to use the Site in a lawful, respectful manner and in a way that does not interfere with the security, availability, or integrity of the Site. You also agree that any information you submit to us (for example, via a workshop interest or contact request) will be accurate to the best of your knowledge and will not include sensitive details such as passwords or one-time verification codes.

• Use the Site only for personal, non-commercial learning unless we explicitly agree otherwise in writing.
• Do not attempt to bypass access controls, security features, or rate limits.
• Do not submit content that is unlawful, abusive, or infringes third-party rights.

Where the Site provides optional sign-ups or registrations for workshops in the future, you agree to maintain one account per person and to keep your account credentials confidential. We may refuse or restrict registrations if we suspect misuse or automation.

4. Intellectual property

The Site, including its text, structure, design, graphics, icons, logos, and underlying code, is owned by or licensed to GaelicSignal Learning Ltd. and is protected by applicable intellectual property laws. “GaelicSignal” and associated branding elements are trademarks or trade dress of GaelicSignal Learning Ltd.

We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to access and use the Site for your personal educational purposes. You may print or save short excerpts for personal reference, provided you keep attribution intact and do not remove legal notices.

You may not copy, reproduce, distribute, publicly display, sell, sublicense, or create derivative works from the Site content without our prior written permission, except where permitted by law.

5. Prohibited activities

To protect users and maintain a trustworthy learning platform, the following activities are prohibited:

• Scraping, crawling, or harvesting content or data using automated means without permission.
• Reverse engineering, attempting to extract source code, or interfering with the Site’s operation or security.
• Impersonating another person or misrepresenting your identity when contacting us.
• Uploading or transmitting malware, harmful code, or attempting phishing, fraud, or unauthorized access.
• Spamming contact channels, sending repeated unsolicited messages, or using the Site to promote unlawful content.
• Violating third-party rights, including intellectual property, privacy, or publicity rights.

We may investigate suspected violations and may suspend access or restrict use of the Site to protect users and the platform.

6. Disclaimer of warranties

The Site and all content are provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis. To the fullest extent permitted by law, GaelicSignal Learning Ltd. disclaims all warranties of any kind, whether express, implied, statutory, or otherwise, including implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, non-infringement, and accuracy.

We do not warrant that the Site will be uninterrupted, error-free, secure, or free of harmful components. We do not guarantee that any information is complete, current, or suitable for your specific device or situation. You are responsible for verifying important steps using official device documentation where needed.

7. Limitation of liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, GaelicSignal Learning Ltd. will not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including loss of profits, loss of data, loss of goodwill, device malfunction, or service interruption, arising out of or related to your use of the Site or reliance on content.

In all cases, GaelicSignal Learning Ltd.’s total direct liability to you for all claims arising from or relating to the Site or these Terms will be limited to the amount you paid to us in the 12 months preceding the event giving rise to the claim, or 100 EUR, whichever is lower.

Nothing in these Terms limits or excludes liability for death or personal injury caused by negligence, fraud, or any liability that cannot be excluded under applicable law.

8. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless GaelicSignal Learning Ltd., its directors, officers, employees, and contractors from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses (including reasonable legal fees) arising out of or related to: (a) your use of the Site; (b) your violation of these Terms; (c) your infringement of any intellectual property or other right of any person or entity; or (d) your unlawful conduct.

9. Third-party links and services

The Site may reference third-party products or services (for example, mobile operating system features, device manufacturers, or app ecosystems) for educational context. We are not responsible for third-party websites, apps, policies, or practices. If you choose to interact with third-party services, you do so at your own risk and subject to their terms and privacy policies.

10. Privacy and data protection

Our Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect personal data and how cookie preferences are managed. The Privacy Policy is incorporated into these Terms by reference. By using the Site, you acknowledge that you have read and understood the Privacy Policy.

11. Governing law and jurisdiction

These Terms are governed by the laws of Ireland. You agree that the courts of Dublin, Ireland will have exclusive jurisdiction to resolve any dispute arising out of or related to these Terms or your use of the Site, subject to any mandatory consumer protection rights that apply to you.

12. Dispute resolution

Before filing a formal claim, you agree to contact us and provide a short description of the issue so we can attempt to resolve it informally. The informal resolution period is 30 days from the date we receive your notice.

If the dispute is not resolved within 30 days, either party may initiate proceedings in the courts specified in the Governing law and jurisdiction section. Nothing in this section prevents either party from seeking urgent interim relief where appropriate.

13. Termination

We may suspend or terminate your access to the Site, with or without notice, if we believe you have violated these Terms, created risk for other users, or attempted to compromise the Site. You may stop using the Site at any time.

The following sections will survive termination: Intellectual property, Prohibited activities, Disclaimer of warranties, Limitation of liability, Indemnification, Governing law and jurisdiction, and Contact.

14. Modifications to these Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time to reflect changes to the Site, legal requirements, or operational practices. Changes will become effective 14 days after they are posted on this page. If you continue to use the Site after the effective date, you agree to the updated Terms.

If changes materially affect how we process personal data, we will also address those updates in our Privacy Policy and may provide additional notice on the homepage.

15. Contact and legal notices

If you have questions about these Terms or want to send a legal notice, contact: