Terms of Use

Last Modified: November 2020

1. Acceptance of the Terms of Use

Child Care Services Association, Inc. (“Company”, “we”, “us”) maintains the website www.childcareservices.org, including any content, functionality, and services offered on or through it (“Website”). These Terms of Use govern your access to and use of the Website.

By using the Website, or by clicking to accept or agree to the Terms of Use when prompted, you accept and agree to be bound by these Terms of Use. If you do not agree, you must not use the Website.

This Website is not directed to children under 13, and we do not expect children under 13 to access it.

If you accept these Terms on behalf of your employer or another entity, you represent that you have authority to bind them.

2. Changes to the Terms of Use

We may revise these Terms at any time. Changes are effective immediately upon posting. Continued use of the Website indicates acceptance.

3. Acceptance of Privacy Policy

All information we collect is subject to our Privacy Policy at: www.childcareservices.org/wp-content/uploads/CCSA-Website-Privacy-Policy-11-2020.pdf.

By using the Website, you agree to the Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, do not provide personal information.

Our Website is hosted in the United States. If you access it from outside the U.S., you consent to the transfer and processing of your data in the U.S. and other jurisdictions.

4. Accessing the Website and Account Security

We reserve the right to withdraw or amend the Website without notice. We are not liable if any part of the Website is unavailable at any time.

5. Intellectual Property Rights

The Website and its content are owned by the Company or its licensors and protected by copyright and other laws.

You may use the Website for personal use only. You may not reproduce, modify, distribute, display, or transmit Website materials except for:

You must not modify content or remove proprietary notices.

6. Trademarks

The Company owns registered trademarks including: T.E.A.C.H. EARLY CHILDHOOD, CHILD CARE WAGE$, CHILD CARE SERVICES ASSOCIATION, AFTERSCHOOL WAGE$, and AWARD$.

You must not use these marks without permission.

7. Prohibited Uses

You may use the Website only for lawful purposes. You may not:

You also may not:

8. Reliance on Information Posted

Website information is provided for general purposes only. We do not guarantee accuracy and are not liable for reliance on posted information.

Content from third parties reflects their opinions, not the Company’s.

9. Changes to the Website

We may update Website content, but are not obligated to keep it current.

10. Links to Other Sites

You may link to our homepage if done legally and without implying endorsement. You may not frame or deep-link the Website.

Links to third-party sites are for convenience only; we are not responsible for their content.

11. Disclaimer of Warranties

We do not guarantee the Website is free of viruses or harmful components. You are responsible for antivirus protection and data backup.

The Website is provided “as is” without warranties of any kind.

12. Limitation on Liability

We are not liable for damages arising from your use or inability to use the Website, including direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages.

13. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify the Company against claims resulting from your violation of these Terms.

14. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms are governed by the laws of North Carolina. Legal actions must be filed in federal court in the Middle District of North Carolina or state courts in North Carolina, unless otherwise appropriate.

15. Limitation on Time to File Claims

Any claim related to the Website must be filed within one year of accrual or be barred.

16. Waiver and Severability

Failure to enforce any provision does not constitute a waiver. Invalid provisions are limited or removed without affecting others.

17. Entire Agreement

These Terms and the Privacy Policy constitute the entire agreement between you and the Company.