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Terms of Use

Web Abuse Association Defense (W.A.A.D.)

These Terms of Use (hereinafter “Terms”) govern access to and use of the website of the Web Abuse Association Defense (hereinafter “the Association”). By browsing this website and using the services provided, the user acknowledges having read, understood, and accepted these Terms.

1. Purpose of the website

The purpose of the website is to present the Association’s mission, activities, and services for supporting victims of digital abuse, as well as to enable contact requests, assistance submissions, volunteering applications, and financial support.

This website is neither a police service nor a judicial authority.
It does not replace official legal procedures with law enforcement or a qualified attorney.

2. Access to the website

The website is accessible free of charge to any user with an Internet connection.
Certain features (assistance requests, forms, reporting tools) may require the provision of personal information.

The Association may interrupt access to the website for maintenance, improvements, or in case of force majeure, without prior notice.

3. Information provided on the website

The content published (articles, resources, guides, testimonies, advice) is provided for informational purposes.
It does not constitute personalized legal advice.

For any matter involving legal implications, users are encouraged to consult a qualified lawyer.
The Association may refer users to partner professionals, without guaranteeing their availability or results.

4. Use of forms and assistance requests

By using contact forms or victim-assistance forms, the user agrees to:

  • provide accurate and truthful information,

  • not transmit illegal, defamatory, or rights-infringing content,

  • not impersonate another person or falsify data.

Case files submitted may be reviewed by internal teams, OSINT specialists, or, when necessary, by our partner lawyers, in strict compliance with confidentiality.

5. User responsibilities

The user agrees to:

  • comply with applicable laws;

  • not use the website for malicious, fraudulent, or harmful purposes;

  • not attempt to compromise the security or proper functioning of the website.

Any abuse or misuse may result in suspended access and, if necessary, a report to the competent authorities.

6. Responsibility of the Association

The Association makes every effort to ensure the quality of information and the security of the website, but cannot guarantee:

  • the complete absence of errors,

  • the full accuracy of published content,

  • an immediate or systematic response to all requests.

The Association cannot be held liable for consequences resulting from:

  • improper use of the website,

  • incomplete or inaccurate information provided by the user,

  • any legal action undertaken by a third party.

7. Partners, lawyers, and OSINT specialists

The website may present services provided by legal, technical, or OSINT partners.
These partners operate independently.
The Association cannot be held responsible for:

  • their decisions,

  • their response times,

  • or the results obtained.

Any collaboration is carried out under confidentiality and in compliance with the law.

8. Protection of personal data

Information collected on the website is used exclusively to:

  • process assistance requests,

  • support victims,

  • manage volunteer activities,

  • process donations.

The Association commits to never selling, renting, or transferring personal data.

For more details, please refer to the Privacy Policy.

9. Intellectual property

All content on the website (texts, logos, images, documents) is protected by copyright.
Any full or partial reproduction is prohibited without the Association’s written authorization.

10. Donations and financial support

Donations made through the website are voluntary and non-refundable.
They directly support the Association’s activities: victim assistance, investigations, prevention efforts, and legal and operational expenses.

11. Links to third-party websites

The website may contain links to external websites.
The Association assumes no responsibility for the content or practices of these websites.

12. Modification of the Terms of Use

The Association reserves the right to modify these Terms at any time.
New versions apply as soon as they are published online.

13. Governing law

These Terms of Use are governed by French law.
In the event of a dispute, only French courts shall have jurisdiction.

14. Contact

For any questions regarding these Terms of Use:
Email: contact@webabusedefense.com

The website webabusedefense.com is published by the association WEB ABUSE ASSOCIATION DEFENSE, registered under association number W691110691.

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