Terms of Service

Last Updated: August 26, 2025

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using the Ableton Cookbook platform ("ableton.recipes", "Platform", "Service"), operated by Christopher Connelly ("we," "us," "our"), you ("User," "you") agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you disagree with any part of these terms, you may not access the Service.

Contact Information: Christopher Connelly
10 Albion Street
Sackville, New Brunswick, Canada
Email: [contact email]

2. Description of Service

Ableton Cookbook is an educational platform focused on music production with Ableton Live, allowing users to:

• Upload and share Ableton Live rack files (.adg files)
• Access educational content and tutorials
• Participate in community discussions
• Browse and download shared content

3. User Accounts and Registration

3.1 Account Creation

• Users must provide accurate, current, and complete information during registration
• You are responsible for safeguarding your account credentials
• You must notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account

3.2 Eligibility

• Users must be at least 13 years of age (or the age of majority in their province)
• Users under 18 require parental consent where required by law
• Commercial users must comply with applicable business licensing requirements

4. User-Generated Content

4.1 Content Upload Terms

By uploading content to our Platform, you:

• Represent that you own or have legal rights to the content
• Grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to store, display, and distribute your content
• Agree that uploaded .adg files may be analyzed for metadata and compatibility
• Retain ownership of your intellectual property rights

4.2 Content Standards

Users must not upload content that:

• Infringes on third-party intellectual property rights
• Contains malicious code or harmful software
• Violates any applicable Canadian federal or provincial law
• Is obscene, defamatory, or harassing
• Contains copyrighted material without proper authorization

4.3 Content Moderation

We reserve the right to:

• Remove content that violates these Terms
• Suspend or terminate accounts for repeated violations
• Moderate community discussions and comments

5. Intellectual Property

5.1 Platform Content

All Platform content, including design, code, and original educational materials, is owned by us or our licensors and protected by Canadian copyright law.

5.2 User Content

Users retain rights to their uploaded content but grant us necessary licenses for Platform operation. By sharing content publicly, users acknowledge that others may download and use their racks in accordance with their chosen licensing terms.

5.3 DMCA and Copyright Claims

We respect intellectual property rights. Copyright holders may report alleged infringement by contacting us with:

• Description of copyrighted work claimed to be infringed
• Location of allegedly infringing material
• Contact information and good faith statement
• Electronic signature of authorized person

6. Privacy and Data Protection

Your privacy is governed by our Privacy Policy, which complies with Canada's Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) and applicable provincial privacy legislation. By using our Service, you consent to data collection and use as described in our Privacy Policy.

7. Prohibited Uses

Users may not:

• Use the Platform for any unlawful purpose
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems
• Upload malicious code or attempt to disrupt the Service
• Impersonate others or provide false information
• Use automated systems to scrape or download content
• Distribute content that violates intellectual property rights

8. Termination

8.1 Termination by User

Users may terminate their account at any time by contacting us or using account deletion features.

8.2 Termination by Us

We may suspend or terminate accounts for:

• Violation of these Terms
• Extended periods of inactivity
• Legal or regulatory requirements
• Technical or security reasons

9. Disclaimers and Limitation of Liability

9.1 Service Availability

The Platform is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind. We do not guarantee uninterrupted availability or error-free operation.

9.2 User-Generated Content

We are not responsible for the accuracy, legality, or quality of user-generated content. Users access and use such content at their own risk.

9.3 Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by Canadian law, our liability is limited to the amount paid by you for the Service in the preceding 12 months, or CAD $100, whichever is greater.

10. Indemnification

Users agree to indemnify and hold us harmless from claims, damages, and expenses arising from their use of the Platform or violation of these Terms.

11. Consumer Protection Rights

11.1 Canadian Consumer Rights

These Terms do not limit consumer protection rights under applicable Canadian federal or provincial consumer protection legislation, including:

• Consumer Protection Acts in various provinces
• Competition Act provisions regarding misleading advertising
• Rights under provincial Sale of Goods legislation

11.2 Quebec Residents

For Quebec residents, these Terms are governed by Quebec civil law, and any provisions conflicting with Quebec consumer protection laws are void to that extent.

12. Dispute Resolution and Governing Law

12.1 Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of New Brunswick, Canada, and the federal laws of Canada applicable therein.

12.2 Dispute Resolution

• Initial disputes should be resolved through direct communication
• Unresolved disputes may be subject to mediation
• Legal actions must be brought in the courts of New Brunswick, Canada
• Class action waiver (where legally permissible)

13. Accessibility

We are committed to making our Platform accessible in accordance with the Accessible Canada Act and Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA standards.

14. Changes to Terms

We may modify these Terms at any time. Material changes will be communicated through:

• Email notification to registered users
• Prominent notice on the Platform
• Updated "Last Modified" date

Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance of modified Terms.

15. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is deemed invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions remain in full force and effect.

16. Contact Information

For questions about these Terms, contact us at:

Christopher Connelly
10 Albion Street
Sackville, New Brunswick, Canada E4L 1G6
Email: [contact email]
Phone: [contact number]

Important Notice: This agreement does not constitute legal advice. Users should consult with qualified Canadian legal professionals for specific legal questions. These Terms are designed to comply with Canadian federal and provincial laws, but legal requirements may vary by jurisdiction and circumstances.