Website Terms & Conditions of Use
Effective Date: 7 November 2025
1. Introduction
Welcome to bellshanks.com (the “Website”), operated by Bell & Shanks (“we”, “us”, “our”). By accessing or using the Website, you agree to these Website Terms (“Terms”), in addition to our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use the Website.
2. Use of the Website
2.1 You represent and warrant that you are at least 18 years old and capable of forming binding contracts.
2.2 We grant you a limited, revocable, non-exclusive licence to access and use the Website for your personal, non-commercial use in accordance with these Terms.
2.3 You agree not to:
- copy, reproduce, modify, distribute, publish, display or transmit any part of the Website except as expressly permitted;
- use the Website in any manner that could damage, disable, overburden or impair it, or interfere with any other party’s use;
- attempt to gain unauthorised access to any portion of the Website or related systems.
3. Intellectual Property
All content on the Website—including text, graphics, logos, images, video, and software—is the property of Bell & Shanks or its licensors and is protected by intellectual-property laws. You may not use our trademarks, logos or proprietary marks without prior written consent.
4. Registration and Accounts
If you create an account or register to use certain features, you are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your credentials and all activity under your account. Notify us immediately of any unauthorised use or security breach.
5. Disclaimer of Warranties
The Website and all materials, information, and content are provided “as is” and “as available,” without warranty of any kind. To the fullest extent permitted by law, we disclaim all warranties, including implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement.
6. Limitation of Liability
In no event shall Bell & Shanks, its directors, officers, employees, agents, or affiliates be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages (including loss of profits, data, or goodwill) arising from your use—or inability to use—the Website. Our aggregate liability for all claims shall not exceed any amount you paid for access to the Website in the preceding 12 months (if any).
7. Links to Third-Party Sites
The Website may contain links to third-party sites not under our control. We are not responsible for their content, policies, or practices and shall not be liable for any loss or damage arising from your use of such sites.
8. Amendments
We may modify these Terms at any time by posting the updated version on this page. Your continued use after such posting constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms. We recommend reviewing this page periodically.
9. Termination
We may suspend or terminate your access to all or part of the Website immediately, without notice or liability, if you breach these Terms. Sections that by their nature should survive termination (including ownership, limitations of liability, and indemnity) will remain in effect.
10. Indemnification
You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless Bell & Shanks and its officers, directors, employees, agents, and affiliates from and against any claims, damages, losses, or expenses (including legal fees) arising out of your use of the Website or breach of these Terms.
11. Governing Law and Jurisdiction
These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of England and Wales.
12. General Provisions
If any provision of these Terms is held invalid or unenforceable, that provision will be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary, and the remaining provisions will remain in full force. Our failure to enforce any right or provision will not constitute a waiver.
13. Contact
For questions regarding these Terms, please contact legal@bellshanks.com.
