Terms of Service

1. Purpose

These terms govern the use of the website and related services provided by buildexa.link ("the Service").

2. Definitions

• "Service" refers to the structure and built-environment archive website operated at buildexa.link.
• "Member" refers to a user who has registered with an email and password.
• "Visitor" refers to a non-registered user of the Service.
• "Content" refers to all text, images, data, and information published on the Service.

3. Amendments

• These terms take effect upon publication on the Service.
• The Service may amend these terms when necessary, with notice provided on the site.
• Members who do not agree with changes may discontinue use and delete their account.

4. Registration and Accounts

• Registration requires an email address and password.
• Admin privileges are granted only via admin invitation.
• Members must keep their account information accurate.
• Unauthorized use of another person's account is prohibited.

5. Services Provided

• Browsing the structure and built-environment archive
• Theme-based ranking lists
• Likes and comments on structures
• Multilingual content (Korean, English, Chinese)

6. User Obligations

Users must not:

• Register with false information
• Interfere with normal operation of the Service
• Post comments that defame or harass others
• Access the Service through automated bulk methods or scraping
• Violate applicable laws or these terms

7. Intellectual Property

• Content created by the Service is owned by the Service.
• Comments remain the property of the posting user, with a licence granted for display within the Service.
• External images used follow their respective licences (e.g. Wikimedia Commons).

8. Service Interruption

The Service may be temporarily interrupted for maintenance, system failure, or force majeure, with notice provided before or after.

9. Disclaimer

• The Service is provided free of charge and assumes no legal liability for damages arising from use.
• Users are responsible for content they post.
• The accuracy or completeness of published information is not guaranteed.

10. Governing Law

Disputes related to these terms shall be governed by the laws of the Republic of Korea. Jurisdiction shall lie with the court having authority over the Service operator's location.

Effective date: 21 March 2026