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TERMS OF USE - INTERNATIONAL OBSERVATORY ON ILLICIT TRAFFIC OF CULTURAL GOODS

Use of the INTERNATIONAL OBSERVATORY ON ILLICIT TRAFFIC OF CULTURAL GOODS

The website (available at the URL address https://www.obs-traffic.museum) is contingent on acceptance of the following terms and conditions. The International Council of Museums (hereinafter, “ICOM”) reserves the right to seek all remedies available by law for any violation of these terms of use, including any violation of ICOM's right to its names and trademarks and of its rights related to the information, documents, text, video or audio materials, or images (hereinafter referred to as the "Content") of the INTERNATIONAL OBSERVATORY ON ILLICIT TRAFFIC OF CULTURAL GOODS.

1. Use of the INTERNATIONAL OBSERVATORY ON ILLICIT TRAFFIC OF CULTURAL GOODS website

The INTERNATIONAL OBSERVATORY ON ILLICIT TRAFFIC OF CULTURAL GOODS website is provided by ICOM for personal use and educational purposes only. Any other use, including reproduction or translation of the Content of ICOM website, or any use other than for personal or educational purposes, requires the express prior written permission of ICOM. Requests for permission should be sent to ICOM using the feedback form, specifying full details of the proposed use. All Content of the website is protected by French law including, as applicable, copyright laws.

The Content of the website is selected on the basis of ICOM's own criteria and in its own discretion. ICOM reserves the right at any time to change or discontinue any aspect or feature of the ICOM website. ICOM accepts no responsibility or liability for the accuracy or reliability of any element of the Content of the website.

ICOM disclaims any liability or responsibility arising from the use of the website or the Content of the website. ICOM, members of its staff, and its contractors, shall not be liable for any financial or other consequences whatsoever arising from the use of the Content of the website, including the inappropriate, improper, or fraudulent use of such Content.

ICOM disclaims responsibility for any infection by virus or any other contamination or by anything which has destructive properties.

2. Use of cookies

A cookie is a string of information that a website stores on a visitor's computer, and that the visitor's browser provides to the website each time the visitor returns. The INTERNATIONAL OBSERVATORY ON ILLICIT TRAFFIC OF CULTURAL GOODS website uses cookies to identify visitors, their usage of the website, and their website access preferences. The user who does not wish to have cookies placed on their computers should set their browsers to refuse cookies before using the INTERNATIONAL OBSERVATORY ON ILLICIT TRAFFIC OF CULTURAL GOODS website, with the drawback that certain features of the website may not function properly without the aid of cookies.

3. Maps and Use of Names

The use of particular designations of countries or territories as well as maps on the website does not imply any judgment by ICOM as to the legal status of such countries or territories, of their authorities and institutions or of the delimitation of their borders. ICOM refers to the member States of the United Nations and the designation given to them.

The mention of names of specific companies or products (registered as a brand or not) does not imply any intention to infringe upon proprietary rights, nor should it be construed as an endorsement or recommendation on the part of ICOM.

4. Privacy Policy

In general, the user can browse the INTERNATIONAL OBSERVATORY ON ILLICIT TRAFFIC OF CULTURAL GOODS website without revealing any personal information. The only information ICOM gathers during general browsing is from standard server logs. These include the user’s IP (Internet Protocol) address, domain name, browser type, operating system, and information such as the website that referred the user to ICOM, the files downloaded, the pages visited, and the dates/times of those visits.

5. Intellectual Property and Rights Granted to Users

The name ICOM – International Council of Museums

The ICOM name and logo are the exclusive property of ICOM. ICOM benefits from the rights given by the international and Community registration of its trademark ICOM - Conseil international des musées – International Council of Museums – Consejo Internacional de Museos. ICOM name and emblem cannot be copied or reproduced in any way without the prior written permission of ICOM. Requests for permission should be sent to ICOM using the feedback form.

The name INTERNATIONAL OBSERVATORY ON ILLICIT TRAFFIC OF CULTURAL GOODS

The name INTERNATIONAL OBSERVATORY ON ILLICIT TRAFFIC OF CULTURAL GOODS is used to xxxxxxxx. The wbesite name and logo cannot be copied or reproduced in any way without the prior written permission of ICOM. Requests for permission should be sent to ICOM using the feedback form.

Contents

ICOM offers its information on the Internet essentially for the benefit of individuals interested in its efforts to ensure the preservation, conservation and protection of cultural goods. If the user wishes to mirror, reproduce, republish or translate any of the information for wider dissemination, they must request the written permission of ICOM using the feedback form with details of such proposed use, including the nature and size of the intended audience. The use of ICOM Internet content for any purpose is prohibited unless prior written permission is obtained. ICOM reserves all rights to its publications, their visual identity and their content, as well as to INTERNATIONAL OBSERVATORY ON ILLICIT TRAFFIC OF CULTURAL, its Content and visual identity.

The Contents provided by in the resources sections are protected by copyright and remain the property of the signatory users. ICOM commits to systematically indicating, for all the content shared, the first and last names of the copyright holders.

7. Photography credits

ICOM thanks all the people and organisations who have contributed to INTERNATIONAL OBSERVATORY ON ILLICIT TRAFFIC OF CULTURAL GOODS.
When not otherwise acknowledged, the photographs on the website are the property of ICOM, and all rights are reserved. Reproduction of any photograph from this website without the consent of the right owner is prohibited by law.

8. Disclaimer

The INTERNATIONAL OBSERVATORY ON ILLICIT TRAFFIC OF CULTURAL GOODS website contains information provided by external partners and hyperlinks to other websites that have not been developed by ICOM. The Content available on the Website is provided for information purposes only. It should be used critically and with care. ICOM accepts no responsibility for the information, opinions or advice submitted by third parties.

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