Last Updated: February 2025
1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing or using the Chektomy website located at chektomy.xyz (the "Site"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, you may not access or use the Site. We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time, and such modifications will be effective immediately upon posting on the Site. Your continued use of the Site following the posting of modified Terms constitutes your acceptance of those changes.
2. Description of Service
Chektomy provides informational content related to fly fishing, including but not limited to articles, guides, tips, and recommendations regarding equipment, techniques, and outdoor activities. The Site is intended for general informational and educational purposes only. We do not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or usefulness of any information on the Site, and we are not responsible for any errors or omissions in the content. All content is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied.
3. User Conduct
You agree to use the Site only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. You agree not to use the Site in any way that violates any applicable federal, state, local, or international law or regulation. You further agree not to transmit any material that is defamatory, offensive, or otherwise objectionable. You shall not attempt to gain unauthorized access to any portion of the Site or any systems or networks connected to the Site. You shall not use any automated means, including robots, spiders, or scrapers, to access the Site without our prior written permission.
4. Intellectual Property Rights
All content on the Site, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, and software, is the property of Chektomy or its content suppliers and is protected by United States and international copyright laws. The compilation of all content on the Site is our exclusive property and is protected by copyright law. You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, create derivative works of, publicly display, or otherwise use any content from the Site without our prior written consent. You may print or download one copy of a reasonable amount of content for your personal, non-commercial use, provided you do not remove any copyright or other proprietary notices.
5. Third-Party Links and Content
The Site may contain links to third-party websites or services that are not owned or controlled by Chektomy. 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 we shall not be responsible or liable for any damage or loss caused by or in connection with the use of any such content, goods, or services available on or through any such websites or services. We strongly advise you to read the terms and conditions and privacy policies of any third-party websites or services that you visit.
6. Disclaimer of Warranties
THE SITE AND ALL CONTENT, MATERIALS, AND SERVICES PROVIDED ON THE SITE ARE PROVIDED ON AN "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" BASIS WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMISSIBLE PURSUANT TO APPLICABLE LAW, CHEKTOMY DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT. WE DO NOT WARRANT THAT THE SITE WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED, SECURE, OR ERROR-FREE, OR THAT DEFECTS WILL BE CORRECTED.
7. Limitation of Liability
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, IN NO EVENT SHALL CHEKTOMY, ITS OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, OR AGENTS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION LOSS OF PROFITS, DATA, USE, OR GOODWILL, ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO YOUR USE OF OR INABILITY TO USE THE SITE, EVEN IF WE HAVE BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. IN NO EVENT SHALL OUR TOTAL LIABILITY EXCEED THE AMOUNT YOU PAID TO US, IF ANY, IN THE TWELVE MONTHS PRECEDING THE CLAIM. SOME JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF CERTAIN DAMAGES, SO SOME OF THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
8. Outdoor Activities Disclaimer
Fly fishing and related outdoor activities involve inherent risks, including but not limited to injury, illness, and exposure to natural elements. The information provided on the Site is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional instruction or guidance. You assume full responsibility for your safety when engaging in any activities described or recommended on the Site. Always check local regulations, obtain necessary permits, and exercise appropriate caution when fishing or participating in outdoor activities.
9. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Chektomy and its officers, directors, employees, and agents from and against any and all claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, or expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of or in any way connected with your access to or use of the Site, your violation of these Terms, or your violation of any third-party rights.
10. Governing Law
These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Oregon, United States, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Any dispute arising out of or relating to these Terms or the Site shall be resolved exclusively in the state or federal courts located in Multnomah County, Oregon, and you consent to the personal jurisdiction of such courts.
11. Severability
If any provision of these Terms is held to be invalid or unenforceable, such provision shall be struck and the remaining provisions shall be enforced to the fullest extent under law.
12. Contact Information
If you have any questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us at info@chektomy.xyz or visit our Contact page.