Dated: January 2022

Welcome to Apologetics315!

Introduction
Thank you for using the Apologetics315 platform we make available to you as part of our efforts to secure our Christian witness on the internet (collectively, the “Service”). Our hope is that you will use this platform as your first place for exclusive access to provide your followers, or by building a following, with Content for your ministry purposes.

Our Service

The Service allows you to discover, watch, and share videos and other content, provides a forum for people to connect, inform, and inspire others across the globe, and acts as a distribution platform for original content creators and advertisers large and small.

Your Service Provider

The entity providing the Service is Defenders Media, 501(c)3, a company operating under the laws of Illinois, located at 108 Main St., West Chicago, IL 60185 (referred to as “Defenders Media”, “Defenders” “we”, “us”, or “our”). References to Defenders’ “Partners” in these terms means the other intellectual properties within the Defenders Media organization (now or in the future).

Applicable Terms
Your use of the Service is subject to these terms and the Apologetics315 Website Guidelines which may be updated infrequently (together, this “Agreement”). Please read this Agreement carefully and make sure you understand it. If you do not understand the Agreement, or do not accept any part of it, then you may not use the Service.

Who may use the Service?

Age Requirements
You must be at least 13 years old to use the Service; however, children of all ages may use the Service if enabled by a parent or legal guardian. Apologetics315 or its parent company, Defenders Media, 501(c)(3), shall not be held liable for unauthorized minors using the Service.

Permission by Parent or Guardian

If you are under 18, you represent that you have your parent or guardian’s permission to use the Service. Please have them read this Agreement with you.

If you are a parent or legal guardian of a user under the age of 18, by allowing your child to use the Service, you are subject to the terms of this Agreement and responsible for your child’s activity on the Service.

Businesses
If you are using the Service on behalf of a company or organization, you represent that you have authority to act on behalf of that entity, and that such entity accepts this Agreement (e.g. a person creates a user profile in the name and image/branding of an organization.)

Your Use of the Service

Content on the Service
The content on the Service includes videos, audio (for example music and other sounds), graphics, photos, text (such as comments and scripts), branding (including trade names, trademarks, service marks, or logos), metrics, and other materials whether provided by you, Apologetics315, or a third-party (collectively, “Content”).

Content is the responsibility of the person or entity that provides it to the Service. Apologetics315 is under no obligation to host or serve Content. If you see any Content you believe does not comply with this Agreement, including by violating the Community Guidelines or the law, you can report it to us.

Apologetics315 Accounts
You can use parts of the Service, such as browsing and searching for Content, without having an Apologetics315 account. However, you do need an Apologetics315 account to use some features such as commenting. To protect your Apologetics315 account, keep your password confidential. You should not reuse your Apologetics315 account password on third-party applications.

Your Information
Our Privacy Policy explains how we treat your personal data and protect your privacy when you use the Service.

We will process any audio or audiovisual content uploaded by you to the Service in accordance with the Apologetics315 Data Processing Terms, except in cases where you uploaded such content for personal purposes or household activities. Learn More.

Permissions and Restrictions
You may access and use the Service as made available to you, as long as you comply with this Agreement and applicable law. You may view or listen to Content for your personal, non-commercial use. You may also show Apologetics315 videos through the embeddable Apologetics315 player and by sharing links of Apologetics315 videos on other platforms.

The following restrictions apply to your use of the Service. You are not allowed to:

  1. access, reproduce, download, distribute, transmit, broadcast, display, sell, license, alter, modify or otherwise use any part of the Service or any Content except: (a) as expressly authorized by the Service; or (b) with prior written permission from Apologetics315 and, if applicable, the respective rights holders;
  2. circumvent, disable, fraudulently engage with, or otherwise interfere with any part of the Service (or attempt to do any of these things), including security-related features or features that (a) prevent or restrict the copying or other use of Content or (b) limit the use of the Service or Content;
  3. access the Service using any automated means (such as robots, botnets or scrapers) except (a) in the case of public search engines, in accordance with Apologetics315’s robots.txt file; or (b) with Apologetics315’s prior written permission; 
  4. collect or harvest any information that might identify a person (for example, usernames or faces), unless permitted by that person or allowed under section (3) above;
  5. use the Service to distribute unsolicited promotional or commercial content or other unwanted or mass solicitations;
  6. cause or encourage any inaccurate measurements of genuine user engagement with the Service, including by paying people or providing them with incentives to increase a video’s views, likes, or dislikes, or to increase a channel’s subscribers, or otherwise manipulate metrics in any manner;
  7. misuse any reporting, flagging, complaint, dispute, or appeals process, including by making groundless, vexatious, or frivolous submissions;
  8. use the Service to view or listen to Content other than for personal, non-commercial use (for example, you may not publicly screen videos or stream music from the Service); or
  9. use the Service to (a) sell any advertising, sponsorships, or promotions placed on, around, or within the Service or Content, other than those allowed by Apologetics315; or (b) sell advertising, sponsorships, or promotions on any page of any website or application that only contains Content from the Service or where Content from the Service is the primary basis for such sales (for example, selling ads on a webpage where Apologetics315 videos are the main draw for users visiting the webpage).

Reservation

Using the Service does not give you ownership of or rights to any aspect of the Service, including user names or any other Content posted by others or Apologetics315.

Changes to the Service

Apologetics315 is constantly changing and improving the Service. We may also need to alter or discontinue the Service, or any part of it, in order to make performance or security improvements, change functionality and features, make changes to comply with law, or prevent illegal activities on or abuse of our systems. These changes may affect all users, some users or even an individual user. Whenever reasonably possible, we will provide notice when we discontinue or make material changes to our Service that will have an adverse impact on the use of our Service. However, you understand and agree that there will be times when we make such changes without notice, such as where we feel we need to take action to improve the security and operability of our Service, prevent abuse, or comply with legal requirements. 

Your Content and Conduct

Uploading Content

If you have an Apologetics315 channel, you may be able to upload Content to the Service. You may use your Content to promote your ministry or intellectual material. If you choose to upload Content, you must not submit to the Service any Content that does not comply with this Agreement (including the Apologetics315  Website Guidelines) or the law. For example, the Content you submit must not include third-party intellectual property (such as copyrighted material) unless you have permission from that party or are otherwise legally entitled to do so. You are legally responsible for the Content you submit to the Service. We may use automated systems that analyze your Content to help detect infringement and abuse, such as spam, malware, and illegal content.

Rights you Grant

You retain ownership rights in your Content. However, we do require you to grant certain rights to Apologetics315 and other users of the Service, as described below.

License to Apologetics315

By providing Content to the Service, you grant to Apologetics315 a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free, sublicensable and transferable license to use that Content (including to reproduce, distribute, prepare derivative works, display and perform it) in connection with the Service and Apologetics315’s (and its parent company’s) business, including for the purpose of promoting and redistributing part or all of the Service.

License to Other Users

You also grant each other user of the Service a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to access your Content through the Service, and to use that Content, including to reproduce, distribute, prepare derivative works, display, and perform it, only as enabled by a feature of the Service (such as video playback or embeds). For clarity, this license does not grant any rights or permissions for a user to make use of your Content independent of the Service.

Duration of License

The licenses granted by you continue for a commercially reasonable period of time after you remove or delete your Content from the Service. You understand and agree, however, that Apologetics315 may retain, but not display, distribute, or perform, server copies of your videos that have been removed or deleted. 

Right to Monetize

You grant to Apologetics315 the right to monetize your Content on the Service (and such monetization may include displaying ads on, around, or within Content or charging users a fee for access). This Agreement does not entitle you to any payments.

Removing Your Content

You may remove your Content from the Service at any time. You also have the option to make a copy of your Content before removing it. You must remove your Content if you no longer have the rights required by these terms.

Removal of Content By Apologetics315

If we reasonably believe that any Content is in breach of this Agreement or may cause harm to YouTube, our users, or third parties, we may remove or take down that Content at our discretion. We will notify you with the reason for our action unless we reasonably believe that to do so.

Copyright Protection

If you believe your copyright has been infringed on the Service, please send us a notice. Apologetics315 policies provide for the termination, in appropriate circumstances, of repeat infringers’ access to the Service.

Account Suspension & Termination

Terminations by You
You may stop using the Service at any time. You also have the option to download a copy of your data first.

Terminations and Suspensions by Apologetics315 for Cause

Apologetics315 may suspend or terminate your access, your Apologetics315 account, or your Apologetics315 account’s access to all or part of the Service if (a) you repeatedly or egregiously breach this Agreement; (b) we are required to do so to comply with a legal requirement or a court order; or (c) we believe there has been conduct that creates (or could create) liability or harm to any user, other third party, Apologetics315 or our parent company.

Terminations by Apologetics315 for Service Changes

Apologetics315 may terminate your access, or your Apologetics315 account’s access to all or part of the Service if Apologetics315 believes, in its sole discretion, that provision of the Service to you is no longer commercially viable. 

Notice for Termination or Suspension

We will notify you with the reason for termination or suspension by Apologetics315 unless we reasonably believe that to do so: (a) would violate the law or the direction of a legal enforcement authority, or would otherwise risk legal liability for Apologetics315 or our parent company; (b) would compromise an investigation or the integrity or operation of the Service; or (c) would cause harm to any user, other third party, Apologetics315 or our parent company. Where Apologetics315 is terminating your access for Service changes, where reasonably possible, you will be provided with sufficient time to export your Content from the Service.

Effect of Account Suspension or Termination

If your Apologetics315 account is terminated or your Apologetics315 account’s access to the Service is restricted, you may continue using certain aspects of the Service (such as viewing only) without an account, and this Agreement will continue to apply to such use. If you believe your Apologetics315 account has been terminated in error, you can request reconsideration via our contact form.

Other Legal Terms

Warranty Disclaimer
OTHER THAN AS EXPRESSLY STATED IN THIS AGREEMENT OR AS REQUIRED BY LAW, THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED “AS IS” AND APOLOGETICS315 DOES NOT MAKE ANY SPECIFIC COMMITMENTS OR WARRANTIES ABOUT THE SERVICE. FOR EXAMPLE, WE DON’T MAKE ANY WARRANTIES ABOUT: (A) THE CONTENT PROVIDED THROUGH THE SERVICE; (B) THE SPECIFIC FEATURES OF THE SERVICE, OR ITS ACCURACY, RELIABILITY, AVAILABILITY, OR ABILITY TO MEET YOUR NEEDS; OR (C) THAT ANY CONTENT YOU SUBMIT WILL BE ACCESSIBLE ON THE SERVICE.  

Limitation of Liability

EXCEPT AS REQUIRED BY APPLICABLE LAW, APOLOGETICS315, ITS PARENT COMPANY, OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES AND AGENTS WILL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY LOSS OF PROFITS, REVENUES, BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES, GOODWILL, OR ANTICIPATED SAVINGS; LOSS OR CORRUPTION OF DATA; INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL LOSS; PUNITIVE DAMAGES CAUSED BY:

  1. ERRORS, MISTAKES, OR INACCURACIES ON THE SERVICE;
  2. PERSONAL INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE RESULTING FROM YOUR USE OF THE SERVICE;
  3. ANY UNAUTHORIZED ACCESS TO OR USE OF THE SERVICE;
  4. ANY INTERRUPTION OR CESSATION OF THE SERVICE;
  5. ANY VIRUSES OR MALICIOUS CODE TRANSMITTED TO OR THROUGH THE SERVICE BY ANY THIRD PARTY;
  6. ANY CONTENT WHETHER SUBMITTED BY A USER OR YOUTUBE, INCLUDING YOUR USE OF CONTENT; AND/OR
  7. THE REMOVAL OR UNAVAILABILITY OF ANY CONTENT.

THIS PROVISION APPLIES TO ANY CLAIM, REGARDLESS OF WHETHER THE CLAIM ASSERTED IS BASED ON WARRANTY, CONTRACT, TORT, OR ANY OTHER LEGAL THEORY.

Indemnity

To the extent permitted by applicable law, you agree to defend, indemnify and hold harmless Apologetics315, its parent company, officers, directors, employees and agents, from and against any and all claims, damages, obligations, losses, liabilities, costs or debt, and expenses (including but not limited to attorney’s fees) arising from: (i) your use of and access to the Service; (ii) your violation of any term of this Agreement; (iii) your violation of any third party right, including without limitation any copyright, property, or privacy right; or (iv) any claim that your Content caused damage to a third party. This defense and indemnification obligation will survive this Agreement and your use of the Service.

Third-Party Links
The Service may contain links to third-party websites and online services that are not owned or controlled by Apologetics315. Apologetics315 has no control over, and assumes no responsibility for, such websites and online services. Be aware when you leave the Service; we suggest you read the terms and privacy policy of each third-party website and online service that you visit.

About this Agreement

Modifying this Agreement
We may modify this Agreement, for example, to reflect changes to our Service or for legal, regulatory, or security reasons. Apologetics315 will provide reasonable advance notice of any material modifications to this Agreement and the opportunity to review them, except that modifications addressing newly available features of the Service or modifications made for legal reasons may be effective immediately without notice. Modifications to this Agreement will only apply going forward. If you do not agree to the modified terms, you should remove any Content you have uploaded and discontinue your use of the Service.

Continuation of this Agreement
If your use of the Service ends, the following terms of this Agreement will continue to apply to you: “Other Legal Terms”, “About This Agreement”, and the licenses granted by you will continue as described under “Duration of License”.

Severance
If it turns out that a particular term of this Agreement is not enforceable for any reason, this will not affect any other terms.

No Waiver
If you fail to comply with this Agreement and we do not take immediate action, this does not mean that we are giving up any rights that we may have (such as the right to take action in the future).

Interpretation

In these terms, “include” or “including” means “including but not limited to,” and any examples we give are for illustrative purposes.

Governing Law
All claims arising out of or relating to these terms or the Service will be governed by Illinois law, except Illinois’s conflict of laws rules, and will be litigated exclusively in the federal or state courts of DuPage County, Illinois, USA. You and Apologetics315 consent to personal jurisdiction in those courts.

Limitation on Legal Action

YOU AND APOLOGETICS315 AGREE THAT ANY CAUSE OF ACTION ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO THE SERVICES MUST COMMENCE WITHIN ONE (1) YEAR AFTER THE CAUSE OF ACTION ACCRUES. OTHERWISE, SUCH CAUSE OF ACTION IS PERMANENTLY BARRED.

Effective as of January 1, 2022.

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The mission of Apologetics 315 is to provide educational resources for the defense of the Christian faith, with the goal of strengthening the faith of believers and engaging the questions and challenges of other worldviews.

Defenders Media provides media solutions to an alliance of evangelistic ministries that defend the Christian worldview. We do this by elevating the quality of our members’ branding to match the excellence of the content being delivered.