Terms of Service

Effective Date: January 1, 2025

Last Updated: January 1, 2025

Welcome to Key Historical Figures of France Review ("KHFFR," "we," "us," or "our"). These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your access to and use of our website, publications, and services. By accessing or using our website, you agree to be bound by these Terms.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing, browsing, or using this website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to these Terms, you must not access or use our website.

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to the website. Your continued use of the website following the posting of changes constitutes your acceptance of such changes.

2. Academic and Educational Purpose

KHFFR is a scholarly publication dedicated to historical research on French historical figures. Our website and services are intended for:

• Academic researchers and historians
• Students and educators
• Cultural institutions and organizations
• General public interested in French history

All content is provided for educational, research, and informational purposes only.

3. Intellectual Property Rights

3.1 Ownership of Content

All content published on this website, including but not limited to articles, research papers, images, graphics, logos, design elements, and compilation of materials, is the property of KHFFR or its content suppliers and is protected by French and international copyright laws.

3.2 Use of Content

You may:

• View and read articles for personal, non-commercial purposes
• Download and print individual articles for research or educational use
• Cite our publications in accordance with academic citation standards
• Share links to our articles on social media or academic platforms

You may not:

• Reproduce, distribute, or republish content without written permission
• Modify, adapt, or create derivative works from our content
• Use content for commercial purposes without authorization
• Remove copyright notices or attributions
• Frame or embed our content on other websites without permission

3.3 Fair Use and Academic Citation

Academic use of excerpts from our publications is permitted under fair use principles, provided that:

• Proper attribution is given to KHFFR and the original author
• The use is for non-commercial educational or research purposes
• Citations follow established academic standards (Chicago, MLA, APA, etc.)
• The amount used is reasonable and appropriate

4. User Submissions

4.1 Article Submissions

When you submit research articles, comments, or other materials to KHFFR:

• You retain copyright to your original work
• You grant KHFFR a non-exclusive license to publish, distribute, and archive your work
• You warrant that you have the right to submit the work and that it does not infringe on third-party rights
• You agree that your work may be subject to peer review and editorial revision

4.2 Contact Form Submissions

Information submitted through contact forms or email communications may be used by KHFFR for responding to inquiries, facilitating academic collaboration, and improving our services, in accordance with our Privacy Policy.

5. Accuracy of Information

While we strive to maintain accuracy in all published research, KHFFR makes no warranties or representations regarding:

• The completeness or accuracy of historical information
• The reliability of external links or third-party resources
• The availability of archival materials referenced in articles

Historical scholarship is subject to ongoing revision based on new evidence and interpretive frameworks. Users should consult multiple sources and apply critical judgment when using our materials.

6. External Links

Our website contains links to external websites, including archives, libraries, universities, and other research institutions. These links are provided for convenience and informational purposes.

KHFFR does not:

• Endorse or take responsibility for external website content
• Control or guarantee the accuracy of external information
• Bear liability for external websites' privacy practices

You access external websites at your own risk and should review their terms and privacy policies.

7. Prohibited Conduct

When using our website, you agree not to:

• Violate any applicable laws or regulations
• Infringe on intellectual property rights
• Transmit harmful software, viruses, or malicious code
• Attempt unauthorized access to our systems or networks
• Interfere with other users' access to the website
• Collect or harvest user information without permission
• Use automated systems (bots, scrapers) to access content without authorization
• Misrepresent your identity or affiliation
• Post defamatory, obscene, or offensive content

8. Disclaimer of Warranties

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, KHFFR PROVIDES THE WEBSITE AND ALL CONTENT "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

• Warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose
• Warranties regarding accuracy, completeness, or reliability
• Warranties of uninterrupted or error-free operation
• Warranties that defects will be corrected

9. Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, KHFFR SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

• Loss of profits, data, or use
• Business interruption
• Loss of goodwill or reputation
• Costs of substitute services

This limitation applies regardless of the legal theory upon which the claim is based, even if KHFFR has been advised of the possibility of such damages.

10. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless KHFFR, its editors, contributors, affiliates, and partners from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising from:

• Your use of the website
• Your violation of these Terms
• Your infringement of any third-party rights
• Content you submit to KHFFR

11. Academic Integrity

KHFFR is committed to maintaining the highest standards of academic integrity. All contributors and users are expected to:

• Provide accurate and truthful information
• Properly attribute sources and cite references
• Avoid plagiarism and academic misconduct
• Respect ethical guidelines for historical research
• Disclose potential conflicts of interest

Violations of academic integrity may result in:

• Rejection of submitted materials
• Retraction of published articles
• Termination of access to KHFFR services
• Notification to relevant academic institutions

12. Privacy and Data Protection

Your use of our website is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which describes how we collect, use, and protect your personal information. By using the website, you consent to the practices described in the Privacy Policy.

13. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of France, without regard to conflict of law principles. Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of the website shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Paris, France.

14. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

15. Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and KHFFR regarding your use of the website and supersede all prior agreements and understandings.

16. No Waiver

The failure of KHFFR to enforce any right or provision of these Terms shall not constitute a waiver of such right or provision.

17. Contact Information

If you have questions or concerns about these Terms, please contact us:

Key Historical Figures of France Review
42 Rue du Faubourg Saint-Antoine
75012 Paris, France

Email: legal@khffr.fr
Phone: +33 1 84 25 39 74

18. Acknowledgment

BY USING THIS WEBSITE, YOU ACKNOWLEDGE THAT YOU HAVE READ, UNDERSTOOD, AND AGREE TO BE BOUND BY THESE TERMS OF SERVICE.