Terms of Service

Last updated: October 17, 2025

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using the IOSP website and services, you accept and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use our services.

2. Membership

Membership in IOSP is subject to approval. Members are expected to:

  • Provide accurate and complete information
  • Maintain the security of their account
  • Act professionally and respectfully
  • Comply with applicable laws and regulations

3. User Content

You retain ownership of content you post. By posting content, you grant IOSP a license to:

  • Display and distribute your content on the platform
  • Use your content for promotional purposes (with attribution)
  • Make your content available under open licenses where appropriate

4. Prohibited Conduct

Users may not:

  • Violate any laws or regulations
  • Infringe on intellectual property rights
  • Harass or abuse other users
  • Distribute spam or malicious content
  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems

5. Intellectual Property

The IOSP website, including its design, features, and content (excluding user-generated content), is owned by IOSP and protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws.

6. Disclaimer of Warranties

IOSP services are provided "as is" without warranties of any kind. We do not guarantee that our services will be uninterrupted, secure, or error-free.

7. Limitation of Liability

IOSP shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages resulting from your use of our services.

8. Changes to Terms

We may modify these terms at any time. Continued use of our services after changes constitutes acceptance of the modified terms.

9. Contact

Questions about these Terms of Service? Contact us at legal@iosp.org

IOSP - Institute of Open Science Practice