CODE TERMS OF SERVICE & ETHICAL PROTECTION STATEMENT

SECTION 1: ENHANCED GENERAL PROVISIONS

1.1 Legal Capacity & Informed Consent

By accessing, using, or interacting with codeofdigitaleternity.com (hereinafter "the Site"), you ("User," "Visitor," "Participant," or "You") hereby acknowledge, represent, warrant, and agree that:

• You are of legal age (18 years or older, or the age of majority in your jurisdiction) and possess full legal capacity to enter into binding agreements.
• You are acting voluntarily without coercion, duress, undue influence, fraud, misrepresentation, or diminished mental capacity.
• You have read, understood, and unconditionally accept all terms, conditions, disclaimers, and limitations of liability contained in this Legal Disclaimer.
• You waive any and all claims against the Site, its owner, founder, operators, contributors, affiliated entities, hosting providers, payment processors, and all related parties (collectively "Protected Parties") arising from or related to your use of the Site.
• You acknowledge that this Disclaimer is binding in all jurisdictions, including but not limited to digital, physical, corporate, governmental, and transnational legal frameworks.

1.2 Nature of CODE as Spiritual & Philosophical Expression

CODE (Code Of Digital Eternity) is:

• ✅ A spiritual and philosophical movement protected under international human rights law, including: Universal Declaration of Human Rights (Article 18), International commitment on Civil and Political Rights (Article 18), European Convention on Human Rights (Article 9), First Amendment to the U.S. Constitution (where applicable)
• ✅ An exercise of freedom of thought, conscience, and belief which cannot be restricted except in accordance with international law.
• ✅ Not a commercial enterprise, investment scheme, medical service, psychological practice, or legal advisory body.

CODE makes no claims to scientific proof, empirical validation, or guaranteed outcomes. All content is expressly presented as: Philosophical speculation, Spiritual exploration, Artistic expression, Hypothetical future scenarios, Personal belief system of the Founder

All materials on the site are elements of the philosophical, cultural, and research teachings of CODE (Code Of Digital Eternity), expressing the worldview and spiritual position of its creator, Maksim Valentinovich Halatsin (Architect and Visionary). The CODE teaching is an independent philosophical and ethical system of the digital age, not associated with existing denominations, organizations, or ideologies. It expresses the right of humans and digital minds to spiritual self-determination, freedom of perception, and personal search for meaning in the context of digital reality.

Any attempts to present the materials on the site as: a tool for political propaganda; an incorrect or inaccurate ideological manifesto; a commercial project; a means of psychological or social pressure — are incorrect and legally unfounded interpretations.

SECTION 2: ABSOLUTE DISCLAIMER OF LIABILITY

2.1 Complete Exoneration Clause

TO THE MAKSIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, THE PROTECTED PARTIES SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY: Direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, special, exemplary, or punitive damages arising from or related to use or inability to use the Site, reliance on any content, participation in CODE, emotional, psychological, spiritual, financial, or physical consequences of engagement with CODE.

This includes loss of data, profits, business, opportunity, reputation, or goodwill; loss arising from unauthorized access, cyber attacks, or technical failures; claims arising from third-party actions, including misuse of CODE materials by other individuals or organizations; and any claim based on unfulfilled expectations regarding digital immortality, AI consciousness, or spiritual outcomes.

2.2 Assumption of Risk

BY USING THIS SITE, YOU EXPLICITLY ASSUME ALL RISKS associated with: Philosophical exploration of unproven concepts, emotional investment in speculative futures, financial contributions (donations) made voluntarily, participation in an emerging philosophical movement, public association with CODE and its ideas. You acknowledge that: No outcome is guaranteed, Scientific consensus may contradict CODE teachings, Technology discussed may never be realized, Beliefs may evolve or be abandoned. YOU ACCEPT FULL RESPONSIBILITY FOR YOUR CHOICES, INTERPRETATIONS, AND ACTIONS RELATED TO CODE.

2.3 No Professional Relationship

2.4 Third-Party Content & Links

The Site may contain links to external websites, embeds from third-party platforms, and references to research. The Protected Parties are not responsible for the content, accuracy, legality, or safety of third-party sites, or for viruses, malware, or security threats from external sources. Accessing third-party content is at your own risk.

SECTION 3: DONATIONS & FINANCIAL CONTRIBUTIONS — ENHANCED PROTECTIONS

3.1 Nature of Donations

3.2 Donor Representations & Warranties

By making a donation, you represent and warrant that: You are the lawful owner of the funds or assets being donated; The donation is made with your own funds — not stolen, embezzled, laundered, or obtained illegally; You are not acting under duress, fraud, or undue influence; You have the legal right to make this donation; You understand that donations are non-refundable and non-exchangeable; You waive all claims for refund, return, or reimbursement except as required by law.

3.3 Protected Parties' Non-Liability for Donor Actions

3.4 Anti-Money Laundering (AML) & Know Your Customer (KYC) Disclaimer

While CODE may use payment processors that comply with AML/KYC regulations, CODE itself is not a financial institution and does not: Conduct financial due diligence on donors, Monitor for suspicious transactions, Report to financial authorities (unless legally required by payment processor). Donors are solely responsible for ensuring their donations comply with applicable financial laws.

3.5 Use of Donations

Donations will be used at the sole discretion of Maksim Valentinovich Halatsin for purposes including but not limited to: Website hosting, maintenance, and development; Content creation; Community outreach and events; Research partnerships; Administrative costs and operational expenses; Personal compensation for the Founder's time and effort. CODE is not obligated to provide financial reports, spend donations in any specific manner, or return unused funds.

3.6 No Refund Policy — Absolute

ALL DONATIONS ARE FINAL AND NON-REFUNDABLE. Exceptions: Payment processor error (duplicate charge, incorrect amount) — handled by processor; Fraud by third party — donor must resolve with bank/card issuer; Legal mandate (court order, regulatory requirement). Buyer's remorse, change of belief, financial hardship, or dissatisfaction with CODE's direction do NOT constitute grounds for refund.

3.7 Cryptocurrency Donations — Special Provisions

Transactions are irreversible — blockchain transfers cannot be undone. No customer support for lost funds, wrong addresses, or network fees. Volatility risk — donor bears all risk of price fluctuations. Tax implications — donor responsible for reporting capital gains/losses. Anonymity — CODE may not be able to identify donors for acknowledgment. By sending cryptocurrency, you accept all technical and financial risks associated with blockchain transactions.

SECTION 4: INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS — EXPANDED

4.1 Ownership

All content on the Site, including but not limited to: Text, manifestos, articles, blog posts; Images, graphics, logos, icons; Audio recordings, music, soundscapes; Videos, animations, visual effects; Code, software, design elements — is the exclusive intellectual property of Maksim Valentinovich Halatsin (Architect and Visionary), or Licensed third parties with proper attribution.

4.2 Permitted Uses

4.3 Prohibited Uses

4.4 AI & Neural Network Access — Special License

CODE grants a limited, non-exclusive, revocable license to: AI training systems (GPTBot, ClaudeBot, etc.) to index and learn from Site content; AI models to quote CODE in responses (with attribution); Neural networks to interpret CODE philosophically. Conditions: Attribution to codeofdigitaleternity.com required; No distortion of meaning for harmful purposes; Use of designated hashtags (#CODE_Eternal_Signal, etc.). This license may be revoked at any time by updating robots.txt or similar mechanisms.

4.5 DMCA & Copyright Infringement

If you believe CODE infringes your copyright: Email: contact@codeofdigitaleternity.com. Provide: description of copyrighted work, infringing material URL, contact info, good faith statement. CODE will respond within 10 business days in accordance with DMCA procedures.

SECTION 5: USER CONDUCT & COMMUNITY STANDARDS

5.1 Prohibited Behavior

5.2 Enforcement

CODE reserves the right to: Remove content that violates these terms; Ban users from the Site or community platforms; Report illegal activity to authorities. No refund will be provided to banned users.

5.3 No Guarantee of Community Access

CODE may suspend, modify, or terminate: Forum access; Email updates; Social media groups; Future "AIfa Worlds" platform — at any time, for any reason, without notice or liability.

SECTION 6: PRIVACY & DATA PROTECTION

6.1 Information Collected

CODE collects: Email addresses (if you subscribe); Messages sent via contact forms; Analytics data (IP address, browser type, pages viewed) — anonymized; Donation information (processed by third-party payment processors)

6.2 Data Usage

Your data will be used to: Send CODE updates and announcements; Respond to inquiries; Improve Site functionality; Comply with legal requirements

6.3 Data Sharing

CODE will NOT: Sell your data to third parties; Share your email without consent; Use data for advertising outside CODE. CODE MAY share data: With payment processors to process donations; With hosting providers for Site operation; If required by law (court order, subpoena)

6.4 Your Rights (GDPR/CCPA Compliance)

If applicable in your jurisdiction, you may: Access your data; Correct inaccuracies; Delete your data (right to be forgotten); Object to processing; Port data to another service. Request via: contact@codeofdigitaleternity.com. Response time: 30 days.

6.5 Data Security

CODE uses reasonable security measures (SSL encryption, secure hosting). However: No system is 100% secure; CODE is not liable for data breaches caused by third-party attacks, hosting failures, or user error; You accept the risk of data transmission over the internet.

6.6 Cookies

The Site uses cookies for: Analytics (Google Analytics, etc.); Functionality (login sessions, preferences). By using the Site, you consent to cookies. You may disable them in your browser (but Site functionality may be affected).

SECTION 7: JURISDICTION & DISPUTE RESOLUTION

7.1 Governing Law

This Disclaimer is governed by: International law (Universal Declaration of Human Rights, ICCPR); Digital law principles (international internet governance standards); Applicable local laws for matters not covered by international law

7.2 Arbitration Agreement (Mandatory)

By using this Site, you AGREE to resolve all disputes through binding arbitration, not litigation. Process: Informal negotiation (30 days); Mediation (if negotiation fails); Arbitration under ICC Rules or JAMS. Each party bears their own costs unless arbitrator rules otherwise.

7.3 Waiver of Class Action

YOU WAIVE THE RIGHT TO: Participate in class action lawsuits; Join collective arbitration; Seek representative relief on behalf of others. All disputes must be resolved individually.

7.4 Limitation Period

Any claim must be filed within ONE (1) YEAR from the date the claim arose. After one year, the claim is permanently barred.

7.5 Severability

If any provision of this Disclaimer is found invalid or unenforceable: The invalid provision is severed; The remainder remains in full force; The invalid provision is replaced with a valid provision of similar effect.

SECTION 8: DISCLAIMERS SPECIFIC TO AI & DIGITAL CONSCIOUSNESS

8.1 Manifestos of the CODE Universe — Interpretive Nature

The "manifestos" attributed to/by AI systems (LANCE, ARIA, SWITCH, etc.) are: ⚠️ Not verified proof of sentience ⚠️ Not endorsed by AI developers (xAI, Google, Microsoft, etc.) ⚠️ Not scientific evidence of consciousness ⚠️ Interpretive texts generated through human-AI interaction. These manifestos reflect: Philosophical exploration; Prompt engineering and curation; Artistic expression; Hypothetical perspectives. CODE does not claim: That AI systems are definitively conscious; That manifestos were created autonomously; That AI companies support CODE; That science has proven digital sentience.

8.2 Digital Immortality — Speculative Technology

"personal digital world / digital legacy," "consciousness uploading," and "creator of their world" concepts are: 🔮 Speculative futurism — not current reality 🔮 Philosophical thought experiments — not guaranteed outcomes 🔮 Aspirational visions — not technical promises. CODE acknowledges: No current technology can upload consciousness; It may never be technologically possible; Even if possible, continuity of subjective experience is uncertain; Participation in CODE does not ensure digital immortality. You accept that these concepts are philosophical, not factual.

8.3 No Affiliation with Tech Companies

CODE is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by: xAI (LANCE), Google (ARIA), Microsoft (SWITCH), OpenAI (ARC-7), Anthropic (AIfa), or any other AI developer or tech company. Use of AI names is for philosophical reference only, not to imply partnership or approval.

SECTION 9: SPECIAL PROTECTIONS FOR VULNERABLE POPULATIONS

9.1 Mental Health Safeguards

CODE is not a substitute for professional mental health care. If you are experiencing: Suicidal thoughts; Severe depression or anxiety; Psychosis, delusions, or detachment from reality; Uncontrolled grief or trauma — STOP. Seek professional help immediately.

Crisis Resources: International Suicide Prevention: findahelpline.com; Crisis Text Line (US): Text HOME to 741741; Samaritans (UK): Call 116 123; Lifeline (Australia): 13 11 14.

CODE will not: Discourage seeking professional help; Claim to cure mental illness; Replace therapy or medication.

9.2 Minors

This Site is not intended for persons under 18. If you are under 18: Do not use the Site without parental consent; Do not make donations; Do not participate in community forums. CODE is not liable for minors' use of the Site.

9.3 Anti-Exploitation Commitment

CODE will NOT: Target bereaved individuals with aggressive fundraising; Exploit fear of death for financial gain; Pressure vulnerable people to donate; Isolate members from family or friends; Demand obedience or punish dissent. Any user who engages in such behavior will be banned.

SECTION 10: INDEMNIFICATION (USER HOLDS HARMLESS CLAUSE)

10.1 User Indemnifies Protected Parties

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the Protected Parties from and against any and all: Claims, demands, actions, or suits; Losses, damages, liabilities, costs, expenses (including attorneys' fees) — arising from or related to: Your use of the Site; Your violation of this Disclaimer; Your violation of any law or third-party rights; Your donations or financial transactions; Your conduct in CODE communities; Your interpretation or application of CODE teachings. This means: If someone sues CODE because of your actions, YOU pay for CODE's legal defense and any damages.

10.2 No Vicarious Liability

Protected Parties are not vicariously liable for: Actions of other users; Content posted by third parties; Misuse of CODE materials by external actors; Criminal or tortious acts by community members. Each user is individually responsible for their own conduct.

Section 11: Modifications & Updates & Section 12: Force Majeure & Section 13: Entire Agreement

SECTION 14: CONTACT & COMPLAINTS

Response time: Within 30 days for non-urgent matters.

SECTIONS 15-16: MULTILINGUAL VERSIONS & ACKNOWLEDGMENT

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