Terms of Use

Welcome to crossref-it.info (“we”, “us”, “our”). These Terms of Use (“Terms”) set out the rules for using our website crossref-it.info (the “Site”).

By using this Site, you agree to these Terms. If you do not agree, please do not use the Site.

1. About us and our Site

crossref-it.info is an educational project that provides free resources to help students, teachers and other readers study English literature and related topics. Our content is designed for information and study support only and is not a substitute for professional advice, teaching or exam preparation materials from official bodies.

2. Changes to these Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time, for example to reflect changes to our Site, our services or the law. Any changes will be posted on this page with a revised “last updated” date.

Your continued use of the Site after changes have been made will mean that you accept the updated Terms, so please check this page regularly.

3. Access to the Site

We aim to keep the Site available and up to date, but:

• We do not guarantee that the Site, or any content on it, will always be available or be uninterrupted.
• We may suspend, withdraw, discontinue or change all or any part of the Site without notice.
• We will not be liable to you if for any reason the Site is unavailable at any time or for any period.

You are responsible for making all arrangements necessary for you to access the Site and for ensuring that anyone who accesses the Site through your internet connection is aware of these Terms and complies with them.

4. Who may use the Site

The Site is intended for students, teachers and other readers, including young people. If you are under the age of 18, you should use the Site with the knowledge and supervision of a parent, guardian or teacher.

By using the Site, you confirm that you will do so in accordance with all applicable laws in your country or region.

5. Educational content and no guarantee of results

Our resources are created and reviewed with care, but:

• They are provided for study support and general information only.
• They are not official materials from exam boards or universities.
• They do not guarantee any particular result, exam grade or academic outcome.

You should not rely solely on our content when making decisions about exams, courses or other important matters. Always refer to official syllabuses, exam board materials and your teachers or tutors for up-to-date guidance.

6. Reliance on information

We try to ensure that the information on the Site is accurate, complete and current, but we cannot guarantee this. The Site is provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis.

To the fullest extent permitted by law:

• We make no representations, warranties or guarantees, whether express or implied, that the content on the Site is accurate, complete or up to date.
• Any reliance you place on such information is at your own risk.

If you spot an error or something you believe is misleading, we welcome feedback via our Contact page and may correct content where appropriate.

7. User conduct

You agree that you will not use the Site:

• In any way that breaks applicable laws or regulations.
• In any way that is fraudulent or has any fraudulent purpose or effect.
• To knowingly transmit any data, send or upload any material that contains viruses, spyware, adware or other harmful programs or similar computer code.
• To attempt to gain unauthorised access to the Site, the server on which it is stored or any server, computer or database connected to the Site.

We reserve the right to take appropriate action (including blocking access to the Site) if we reasonably believe you are misusing it.

8. Third-party links and resources

The Site may contain links to other websites and resources, including:

• Educational and reference websites
• Partner organisations
• Commercial services

These links are provided for your information and convenience only. We have no control over the content, privacy practices or availability of these third-party sites, and:

• We do not endorse, guarantee or take responsibility for their content or services.
• Your use of any third-party site is at your own risk and subject to that site’s own terms and policies.

We recommend that you read the privacy and cookies policies of any external website you visit.

9. Advertising and affiliate links

To help keep most of our resources freely available, we may:

• Display advertisements on some pages, including adverts served by third-party networks such as Google AdSense.
• Include affiliate or partner links to products and services that may be relevant to our audience.

Please note:

• The presence of an advert or affiliate link does not mean that we endorse the advertised product, service or organisation.
• We do not control the content of adverts or the websites they lead to.
• Advertisers and third-party networks may use cookies and similar technologies to show you adverts, measure performance and personalise advertising, in line with their own privacy policies.

10. Privacy and cookies

Your use of the Site is also governed by our:

• Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use and protect your personal information.
• Cookie Policy, which explains how we use cookies and how you can manage your preferences.

Please read those policies carefully, as they form part of these Terms.

11. Our liability

Nothing in these Terms excludes or limits any liability that cannot be excluded or limited under applicable law (for example, liability for fraud or for death or personal injury caused by our negligence).

To the fullest extent permitted by law:

• We exclude all conditions, warranties, representations or other terms that may apply to the Site or any content on it, whether express or implied.
• We will not be liable for any loss or damage, whether in contract, tort (including negligence), breach of statutory duty or otherwise, even if foreseeable, arising under or in connection with:
  • use of, or inability to use, the Site; or
  • use of or reliance on any content displayed on the Site.

In particular, we will not be liable for:

• Loss of profits, sales, business or revenue
• Business interruption
• Loss of anticipated savings
• Loss of data or loss of goodwill
• Any indirect or consequential loss or damage

The Site is provided for personal and educational use. If you use the Site for commercial purposes, you do so at your own risk and we will not be liable for any loss of profit or business opportunity.

12. Indemnity

You agree to indemnify and hold us harmless from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses and expenses (including reasonable legal fees) arising out of or in any way connected with:

• Your use of the Site in breach of these Terms, or
• Your violation of any law or the rights of a third party in connection with your use of the Site.

13. Copyright concerns

We respect the intellectual property rights of others and aim to use texts and materials lawfully (for example, public domain texts or materials used with permission).

If you believe that any content on the Site infringes your copyright or other intellectual property rights, please contact us with:

• Your name and contact details
• Details of the work you believe has been infringed
• The URL or location on the Site of the allegedly infringing material
• A statement that you believe, in good faith, that the use is not authorised

We will review your request and, where appropriate, remove or modify the content.

14. Contact us

If you have any questions or concerns about these Terms of Use or about the Site, please contact us using the details provided on our Contact page.

We will do our best to respond promptly and to resolve any issues you raise.