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Terms of Use

Terms of Use — Bibloom.org (Global Edition: Switzerland · United States · European Union · Brazil)
Effective date: [to be filled]
Entity: Association BIBLOOM.org (CHE-215.912.218)
Address: Rue Centrale 3, 1564 Belmont-Broye, Canton of Fribourg, Switzerland
Contact: info@bibloom.org
1) Acceptance of Terms
By accessing, viewing, downloading, embedding, sharing, or otherwise using the website bibloom.org and our associated channels (YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, X, podcast platforms), you agree to these Terms of Use (“Terms”).
If you do not agree, please do not use our services.
2) Who We Are & Purpose of the Content
BIBLOOM.org is a non-profit Christian association dedicated to making the Bible accessible through modern digital media — stylized CGI animation, synthetic voice narration, multilingual subtitles, podcasts, and news with a biblical perspective.
Our content is devotional and educational, offered freely and without the sale of goods or services.
We do not claim absolute historical reconstruction; artistic and AI elements are used to communicate Scripture faithfully and respectfully.
3) License to View; Non-Commercial Use
We grant you a limited, revocable, non-exclusive, and non-transferable license to view and share our content for personal and non-commercial purposes only, subject to the following conditions:

  • No modification: Do not edit, remix, remove, or alter audio, video, subtitles, watermarks, logos, or credits.

  • Attribution & link: Always credit “BIBLOOM.org” and include a visible link to https://bibloom.org (or the original platform URL).

  • Watermark: Do not obscure, crop, or remove the “bibloom.org” watermark or end card.

  • No resale or monetized reuploads: Do not upload our content to channels or platforms for commercial or monetized purposes without prior written permission.

For educational, church, or broadcast use beyond the above, please contact licensing@bibloom.org.
 
Note on reposting: Reposting is permitted only when (a) the watermark is preserved, (b) BIBLOOM.org is credited, and (c) the original video or website link is included.
Any exception (for example, compilations, edits, or additional voice-overs) requires written authorization.
4) Intellectual Property
All videos, images, scripts, voice-overs, subtitles, trademarks, logos, layouts, and databases are owned by BIBLOOM.org or licensed to us.
BIBLOOM.org and bibloom.org are protected marks.
No ownership rights are transferred to the user.
5) User Conduct
You agree not to:

  • Violate any laws or third-party rights (including copyright, privacy, publicity, or trademarks).

  • Use our content for disinformation, hate speech, violence, discrimination, exploitation, or political/partisan purposes.

  • Attempt to bypass technical protections (such as DRM, watermarking, or rate limits).

  • Engage in large-scale scraping, data mining, or automated use without written consent.

6) Donations (Donorbox / Stripe / PayPal)

  • Voluntary gifts: Donations are voluntary and support the free global distribution of biblical content.

  • No goods or services provided: We do not provide any goods or services in exchange for donations. Receipts are issued solely for your records.

  • Tax deductibility: Unless explicitly stated otherwise on the donation page for a specific jurisdiction, donations are not tax-deductible.
    We do not represent ourselves as a registered charity for tax-relief purposes in any country unless and until formally recognized and publicly disclosed.

  • Processors: Payments are processed through Donorbox, using Stripe and/or PayPal. Their respective terms, privacy, and security policies apply.

  • Recurring gifts: You may manage or cancel recurring donations through the Donorbox Donor Portal or by contacting us directly.

  • Refunds: Donations are generally non-refundable. In cases of fraud, duplicate transactions, or clear error, please email donations@bibloom.org within 15 days, including date, amount, and confirmation ID.

  • Currencies: Displayed amounts may vary due to currency conversion; processors determine exchange rates and fees.

7) Third-Party Services & Embeds
Our website and pages may embed or link to third-party services (YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, X, Spotify/Apple/Deezer, Donorbox, Stripe, PayPal, analytics, or email tools).
Your use of those services is governed by their respective terms and privacy policies.
We are not responsible for third-party availability, content, or practices.
8) Accounts & Community Inputs
If you create an account (newsletter, donor portal) or submit content (comments, donor wall when enabled), you must provide accurate information and comply with Section 5 (User Conduct).
We may moderate or remove submissions that violate these Terms or our values (respect, reverence, truth).
9) AI, Accuracy & Disclaimers
Our productions may use AI tools (voice, translation, CGI generation, captioning).
While we strive for theological accuracy and clarity, all materials are provided “as is”, for devotional and educational purposes, without warranties of completeness, suitability, or error-free output.
Scripture citations are used with reverence; translations may vary by language and biblical edition.
10) Limitation of Liability
To the maximum extent permitted by Swiss, U.S., European, and Brazilian law, BIBLOOM.org, its directors, officers, contributors, and volunteers shall not be liable for indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages, loss of profits or data, business interruption, or service unavailability arising from or related to your use of our services.
11) Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless BIBLOOM.org from any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses (including reasonable legal fees) arising from your breach of these Terms or misuse of our content or services.
12) Compliance, Sanctions & Export
You agree not to use our services in violation of applicable Swiss, U.S., EU, or Brazilian laws, sanctions, or export controls (including embargoed jurisdictions or restricted parties).
We may restrict access as required to comply with legal obligations under OFAC (U.S.), SECO (Switzerland), or EU regulations.
13) Minors
Our content is family-friendly and reverent; however, accounts and donations must be made by adults or by minors with verifiable consent from a legal guardian, in accordance with applicable local laws, including COPPA (U.S.) and ECA (Brazil).
14) Accessibility
We strive to provide accessible media (captions, legible subtitles, and sufficient contrast).
For specific accessibility requests, please contact accessibility@bibloom.org.
15) Privacy & Cookies
Please review our Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy.
By using our site, you consent to the use of cookies and similar technologies in accordance with those policies.
Our data processing follows the Swiss FADP, EU GDPR, U.S. Privacy Shield principles, and Brazil’s LGPD.
Essential cookies are required for core functionality (security, session management, donation processing).
Optional cookies (functional, analytics, or marketing) follow your consent preferences.
16) Changes to the Service and to These Terms
We may update content, features, payment integrations, and these Terms to reflect operational or legal changes.
Updates become effective upon posting with the “Effective date” above.
Continued use constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.
17) Termination
We may suspend or terminate your access if you violate these Terms, applicable laws, or for security or operational reasons.
18) Governing Law & Venue
These Terms are governed primarily by the laws of Switzerland.
However, for users located in other jurisdictions:

  • U.S. users: these Terms also comply with applicable U.S. federal and state laws, including digital service standards and charitable contribution regulations.

  • EU users: these Terms align with the EU Digital Services Act (DSA) and GDPR protections.

  • Brazilian users: these Terms observe the LGPD (Lei Geral de Proteção de Dados) and Código Civil Brasileiro regarding non-profit associations.
    Any dispute shall be brought before the competent courts of the Canton of Fribourg, Switzerland, unless mandatory consumer law requires a local venue.

19) Contact

20) Global Compliance and Jurisdiction Scope
BIBLOOM.org operates globally and adheres to international standards for data protection, online communication, and charitable transparency, including:

  • Swiss FADP (Federal Act on Data Protection)

  • EU GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation)

  • U.S. Privacy and Consumer Protection Acts (CCPA/FTC guidelines)

  • Brazil’s LGPD (Lei Geral de Proteção de Dados)

We ensure that users in all regions benefit from equivalent transparency, respect, and privacy safeguards.
Operational Annexes
A) Reuse Permissions — Quick Summary
Allowed: watch, share links, embed player, repost without edits while maintaining watermark + credit + link.
Not allowed: cut, crop, dub, sell, remove watermark/subtitles, monetize reuploads, use in ads, or assign dialogue to characters for political ends.
Extended use (churches, TV, schools with editing/adaptation): requires written permission.
B) Donation Policy — Quick Summary
Voluntary; no goods or services provided; not tax-deductible unless explicitly stated.
Processors: Donorbox / Stripe / PayPal.
Refunds only in cases of fraud or error (contact donations@bibloom.org within 15 days).

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