Terms of Use

1. Who We Are and Scope of Service

Score Elevator is an informational content portal operated by MadTech Rocks LLC, dedicated to publishing news, analysis, and educational material on personal finance, investments, and business topics. Our platform serves as an information vehicle for the general public.

Score Elevator does not perform, facilitate, or intermediate any financial transactions of any kind. We do not offer brokerage services, investment advisory services, or any form of financial intermediation. The content published on this website is strictly informational and educational in nature.

2. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using Score Elevator, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Use. If you do not agree with any part of these terms, you must discontinue use of the website immediately.

Your continued use of the website following the posting of any changes to these Terms of Use constitutes your acceptance of those changes. We encourage you to review this page periodically to stay informed about our terms.

3. Rules of Use and User Conduct

By using Score Elevator, you agree to:

  • Use the website only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms of Use.
  • Not engage in any activity that could damage, disable, overburden, or impair the website.
  • Not attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the website, its servers, or any connected systems.
  • Not use any automated system, including bots, scrapers, or spiders, to access the website without our express written permission.
  • Not post or transmit any content that is defamatory, obscene, threatening, or otherwise objectionable.
  • Respect the intellectual property rights of Score Elevator and third parties.
  • Not impersonate any person or entity or misrepresent your affiliation with any person or entity.

We reserve the right to terminate or restrict your access to the website at our sole discretion, without notice, for conduct that we believe violates these Terms of Use or is harmful to other users, us, or third parties.

4. Editorial Content, Links, and Third Parties

All content published on Score Elevator, including but not limited to articles, guides, analyses, opinions, and recommendations, is provided for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing on this website constitutes financial advice, investment advice, tax advice, or any other form of professional advice.

You should always consult with a qualified financial professional before making any financial decisions. Score Elevator and MadTech Rocks LLC shall not be held responsible for any financial losses or damages resulting from actions taken based on the content published on this website.

Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites or services that are not owned or controlled by Score Elevator. We have no control over, and assume no responsibility for, the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party websites or services. You acknowledge and agree that Score Elevator shall not be responsible or liable for any damage or loss caused by the use of any such content, goods, or services available on or through any such websites.

Affiliate Disclosures

Some links on Score Elevator may be affiliate links. This means we may receive a small commission if you make a purchase through these links, at no additional cost to you. This does not influence our editorial independence or the objectivity of our content. All opinions expressed are our own.

5. Intellectual Property

All content on Score Elevator, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, audio clips, digital downloads, data compilations, and software, is the property of MadTech Rocks LLC or its content suppliers and is protected by United States and international copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

You may not, without our prior written permission:

  • Reproduce, duplicate, copy, sell, resell, or otherwise exploit any content from this website for commercial purposes.
  • Modify or create derivative works based on any content from this website.
  • Distribute, publicly display, or publicly perform any content from this website.
  • Remove any copyright, trademark, or other proprietary notices from any content.

You may share links to our articles and pages on social media and other platforms, provided you give proper attribution to Score Elevator and do not alter the content in any way.

6. Registration, Communications, and Termination

Newsletter Registration

If you subscribe to our newsletter or create an account, you agree to provide accurate and complete information. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and for all activities that occur under your account.

Communications

By subscribing to our newsletter, you consent to receive periodic emails from Score Elevator containing new content, updates, and promotional material. You may unsubscribe at any time by clicking the "unsubscribe" link at the bottom of any email or by contacting us directly.

Termination

We may terminate or suspend your access to our services immediately, without prior notice or liability, for any reason, including if you breach these Terms of Use. Upon termination, your right to use the website will cease immediately.

7. Privacy and Data Protection

Your privacy is important to us. Our collection, use, and protection of personal data is governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms of Use by reference.

Score Elevator is committed to complying with applicable data protection regulations, including but not limited to the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) for European users, the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) for California residents, and Brazil's Lei Geral de Proteção de Dados (LGPD) where applicable.

By using our website, you consent to the collection and use of your information as described in our Privacy Policy.

8. Availability, Warranties, and Limitation of Liability

Availability

We strive to keep Score Elevator available at all times, but we do not guarantee uninterrupted access. The website may be temporarily unavailable due to maintenance, updates, or circumstances beyond our control.

Disclaimer of Warranties

THE WEBSITE AND ITS CONTENT ARE PROVIDED ON AN "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" BASIS WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, MADTECH ROCKS LLC DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT.

Limitation of Liability

IN NO EVENT SHALL MADTECH ROCKS LLC, ITS DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, PARTNERS, AGENTS, SUPPLIERS, OR AFFILIATES BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO LOSS OF PROFITS, DATA, USE, GOODWILL, OR OTHER INTANGIBLE LOSSES, RESULTING FROM YOUR ACCESS TO OR USE OF (OR INABILITY TO ACCESS OR USE) THE WEBSITE.

9. Indemnification

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless MadTech Rocks LLC and its officers, directors, employees, contractors, agents, licensors, suppliers, successors, and assigns from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, judgments, awards, losses, costs, expenses, or fees (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of or relating to your violation of these Terms of Use or your use of the website.

10. Technical Properties and Security

Score Elevator employs industry-standard security measures to protect the integrity of our website and your data. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure.

You agree not to:

  • Attempt to probe, scan, or test the vulnerability of our systems or networks.
  • Breach or circumvent any security or authentication measures.
  • Interfere with the proper functioning of the website through any means, including introducing viruses, trojans, worms, or other malicious code.
  • Overload our infrastructure with an unreasonable volume of requests.

11. Changes to These Terms

We reserve the right to modify or replace these Terms of Use at any time at our sole discretion. If a revision is material, we will provide at least 30 days' notice prior to any new terms taking effect. What constitutes a material change will be determined at our sole discretion.

The date of the last update will always be indicated at the top of this page. Your continued use of the website after any changes constitutes acceptance of the new Terms of Use.

12. Conflict Resolution

In the event of any dispute arising out of or relating to these Terms of Use or your use of Score Elevator, the parties agree to first attempt to resolve the dispute through good-faith negotiation. If the dispute cannot be resolved through negotiation within 30 days, either party may pursue resolution through binding arbitration or in a court of competent jurisdiction.

13. Applicable Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms of Use shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the United States of America, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. You agree to submit to the personal and exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located within the United States for the resolution of any disputes.

14. General Provisions

  • Severability: If any provision of these Terms of Use is held to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.
  • Waiver: The failure of Score Elevator to enforce any right or provision of these Terms of Use shall not constitute a waiver of such right or provision.
  • Entire Agreement: These Terms of Use, together with the Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and MadTech Rocks LLC regarding the use of Score Elevator.
  • Assignment: You may not assign or transfer these Terms of Use without our prior written consent. We may assign our rights and obligations under these Terms of Use without restriction.

15. Contact Channels

If you have any questions, concerns, or feedback regarding these Terms of Use, please do not hesitate to reach out to us through our Contact page.

We are committed to addressing your inquiries in a timely and transparent manner. You may also reach us by email at contact@scoreelevator.com.

16. Supplementary Legal Notice

Score Elevator is a digital publication operated by MadTech Rocks LLC. This website is intended for informational purposes only and does not constitute a financial services platform. No part of this website should be interpreted as an offer, solicitation, or recommendation to buy, sell, or hold any financial instrument, security, or investment product.

Readers are solely responsible for their own financial decisions and should seek professional advice tailored to their individual circumstances. Past performance of any investment, strategy, or financial product discussed on this website is not indicative of future results.