Terms of Service

Last Updated: 28 October 2024

Welcome to Sparkx! By accessing and using the Sparkx blog (“Service”), you agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms of Service (“Terms”), which govern your use of our website located at https://sparkx.buzz (“Site”). Please read these Terms carefully. If you do not agree with these Terms, you must not use our Service.

Interpretation and Definitions

The words of which the initial letter is capitalized have meanings defined under the following conditions. The following definitions shall have the same meaning regardless of whether they appear in singular or in plural.

  • "Service": Refers to the Sparkx blog and all related features, content, and functionalities available on the Sparkx website.

  • "Site": The website operated by Sparkx and accessible at [URL], where the Sparkx blog and related services are hosted.

  • "Terms": Refers to these Terms of Service, including all future amendments, which govern the use of the Service.

  • "Sparkx": Refers to Sparkx, the entity responsible for operating the Site, managing the Service, and enforcing these Terms of Service.

  • "User": Refers to any individual accessing or using the Site, including but not limited to visitors, registered users, or contributors.

  • "User-Submitted Content": Any data, text, comments, reviews, images, videos, or other materials submitted by Users to the Site.

  • "Intellectual Property Rights": Refers to all intellectual property rights, including copyrights, trademarks, patents, trade secrets, and other proprietary rights recognized under Singapore law or applicable international treaties.

  • "Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA)": Refers to the Personal Data Protection Act of Singapore, which regulates the collection, use, and disclosure of personal data within Singapore.

  • "Privacy Policy": Refers to Sparkx’s privacy policy, which outlines the guidelines for collecting, using, and protecting Users' personal data as required under Singapore law.

  • "Third-Party Links": Links on the Site that lead to external websites, services, or content not owned or controlled by Sparkx.

  • "License": A limited, non-exclusive, revocable permission granted to Users to access and use the Site for personal, non-commercial purposes.

  • "Arbitration": Refers to the method of resolving disputes between Sparkx and Users as administered by the Singapore International Arbitration Centre (SIAC) under its rules.

  • "Indemnify": Refers to a User’s obligation to compensate Sparkx for any losses, damages, or expenses arising from the User's violation of these Terms or third-party rights.

  • "Governing Law": Refers to the laws of Singapore, which shall be used to interpret and enforce these Terms.

  • "Severability": Refers to the principle that if any part of these Terms is found to be unlawful or unenforceable, the remaining provisions remain valid and enforceable.

1. Acceptance of Terms

  • By accessing or using the Site, you confirm that you accept these Terms, our Privacy Policy, and any additional terms that may apply.

  • These Terms apply to all visitors, users, and others who access or use the Service.

2. Changes to Terms

  • We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Any changes to the Terms will be posted on this page and will become effective immediately upon posting.

  • Continued use of the Site after changes to the Terms constitutes your acceptance of the modified Terms.

3. User Eligibility

  • By using this Site, you represent that you are at least 18 years old or, if younger, that you have parental consent to use the Site.

  • Users under 13 years old are not permitted to use the Site.

4. User Conduct

  • You agree not to use the Site for any illegal or unauthorized purpose, including but not limited to infringing on third-party intellectual property rights, violating applicable Singapore laws, or engaging in any fraudulent activity.

  • You will not disrupt, interfere with, or compromise the security or functionality of the Site.

  • You are responsible for any data, text, information, or other materials you submit, post, or display on or via the Site. All such materials must comply with Singapore law, including but not limited to the Protection from Harassment Act, Computer Misuse Act, and Personal Data Protection Act.

5. Intellectual Property Rights

  • Content Ownership: All content on the Site, including but not limited to text, graphics, images, logos, and software, is the exclusive property of Sparkx or its content providers and is protected under the Copyright Act, Trademark Act, and other intellectual property laws of Singapore.

  • Limited License: You are granted a limited, non-exclusive, revocable license to access and use the Site for personal, non-commercial use. You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or exploit any part of the Site without prior written consent from Sparkx.

6. User-Submitted Content

  • By submitting or posting content on the Site (e.g., comments, reviews), you grant Sparkx a worldwide, royalty-free, and non-exclusive license to use, reproduce, distribute, and display such content, with the right to sublicense.

  • You represent that you own or control all rights to any content you post and that the content does not violate any third-party rights, including intellectual property rights or privacy rights, or any applicable law.

  • Sparkx reserves the right to remove or edit any user-submitted content that violates these Terms or Singapore law.

7. Third-Party Links and Content

  • The Site may contain links to third-party websites or services for your convenience. Sparkx does not endorse or take responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party websites or services.

  • Any interaction with third-party websites or services is solely between you and the third party and is governed by the third party's terms of service and privacy policy.

8. Privacy Policy and Data Protection

  • Sparkx is committed to complying with the Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA) of Singapore. We will collect, use, and protect your personal data in accordance with our Privacy Policy.

  • By using the Site, you agree to the terms of our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, store, use, and disclose your personal information.

User Consent: General

As a user of and / or subscribing to Sparkx, to receive information, updates, and news, you agree that we may use your information collected for the following purposes per our Terms of Service:

  • to provide you with details about our Services;

  • where you give us your consent to do so, to keep in contact with you about news, events, updates or Services, that we believe may interest you. We will only contact you with information we consider to be in your legitimate interest as a user of Sparkx. You can opt out of receiving such communications at any time;

  • where you give us your consent to do so, to share your information with selected third parties, to enable them to contact you with information about things that may interest you;

  • to provide customer service and support, deal with enquiries or complaints about Sparkx, deal with enquiries and complaints arising about Sparkx content.

  • to improve our site and to ensure that content from our site is presented in the most effective and optimal manner;

  • to carry out aggregated and anonymised research about general engagement with Sparkx and the products and services it makes available; and

  • to enable us to enforce our legal rights, or to protect the rights, property or safety of our employees..

9. Disclaimer of Warranties

  • The Site and its content are provided on an "as-is" and "as-available" basis. Sparkx makes no representations or warranties, express or implied, as to the accuracy, reliability, or completeness of the Site’s content or the availability of the Site.

  • To the fullest extent permitted by Singapore law, Sparkx disclaims all warranties, including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement.

10. Limitation of Liability

  • To the fullest extent permitted by Singapore law, Sparkx, its affiliates, and its employees shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising out of or in connection with your use of the Site.

  • Sparkx’s total liability for any claims arising out of these Terms or your use of the Site shall not exceed SGD 100.

11. Indemnification

  • You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Sparkx, its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, or expenses, including legal fees, arising out of or in connection with your violation of these Terms or any third-party rights.

12. Termination

  • We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access to the Site at any time, without notice, for any reason, including but not limited to violation of these Terms, non-compliance with applicable Singapore law, or other disruptive behavior.

  • Upon termination, your right to use the Site ceases immediately, and you must delete any downloaded or stored content from Sparkx.

13. Dispute Resolution

  • Any disputes arising out of or related to these Terms or the use of the Site shall be resolved through arbitration administered by the Singapore International Arbitration Centre (SIAC) in accordance with its rules.

  • The seat of arbitration shall be Singapore, and the proceedings shall be conducted in English.

14. Governing Law

  • These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Singapore, without regard to its conflict of law principles.

  • Any legal action or proceeding arising out of or related to these Terms that cannot be resolved through arbitration shall be brought exclusively in the courts of Singapore.

15. Severability

  • If any provision of these Terms is deemed unlawful, void, or for any reason unenforceable, that provision shall be deemed severable and shall not affect the validity and enforceability of the remaining provisions.

16. Entire Agreement

  • These Terms, along with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Sparkx regarding your use of the Site and supersede all prior agreements and understandings.

17. Contact Information

  • For questions or concerns about these Terms, please contact us at:

    • Email: contact@sparkx.buzz