By using the Service, you confirm that you are at least 18 years old or have the consent of a parent or guardian. You also agree to comply with these Terms and all applicable laws.

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be effective upon posting to the Service. Your continued use of the Service after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the updated Terms.

Your use of the Service is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.

To access certain features, you may need to create an account. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account information and for all activities under your account. Notify us immediately of any unauthorized use.

You retain ownership of any content you post, upload, or share on the Service ("Your Content"). However, by posting Your Content, you grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide license to use, display, and distribute it in connection with the Service.

• Responsibility for Your Content: You are solely responsible for Your Content, including its legality, accuracy, and compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. You must ensure that Your Content does not infringe on the rights of others or violate any laws.
• User Modifications: If you modify, remix, or adapt any project shared on the Service, you assume full responsibility for those changes. The original project creators and the BLOX Developer Toolbox are not liable for any issues, risks, or consequences arising from your modifications.
• Prohibited Content: You agree not to post content that is illegal, harmful, abusive, defamatory, or otherwise objectionable, as determined by us in our sole discretion.

The Service and its original content (excluding Your Content) are the property of BLOX Developer Toolbox and are protected by copyright, trademark, and other laws. You may not use our trademarks or logos without prior written consent.

1. Ownership of the Site and Content All content, design, graphics, compilation, magnetic translation, digital conversion, and other matters related to the BLOX website (the “Site”) are protected under applicable copyrights, trademarks, and other proprietary rights (including but not limited to intellectual property rights) and are owned exclusively by OpenBuilds, LLC (“OpenBuilds”) or its affiliates. This includes, without limitation, the Site’s layout, user interface, functionality, software, code, documentation, and any other elements that constitute the Site’s operation and user experience. The posting of information or materials on the Site does not constitute a waiver of any right in such information and materials. You do not acquire ownership rights to any content or document obtained through the Site.

2. Proprietary Nature of BLOX Platform The BLOX platform, including its unique combination of hardware and software, project management tools, firmware development interfaces, and any associated services, is the result of significant investment and innovation by OpenBuilds. The concepts, methods, and processes that enable the Site’s functionality are proprietary to OpenBuilds and are protected by intellectual property laws. Any attempt to copy, replicate, reverse-engineer, or create derivative works based on the Site’s design, functionality, or underlying concepts is strictly prohibited.

3. User-Generated Content and Open Source Projects While some projects shared by users on the Site may be designated as open source, this designation does not extend to the BLOX platform itself. User-generated content explicitly marked as open source is subject to the terms of the applicable open source license. However, all other content—including but not limited to the Site’s infrastructure, tools, and non-open source projects—remains the exclusive property of OpenBuilds. Users retain ownership of their own project ideas and designs only to the extent that they do not incorporate or rely on OpenBuilds’ proprietary technology or intellectual property.

4. Restrictions on Use You agree not to: Copy, redistribute, or publish any part of the Site, including its design, functionality, or content, unless expressly permitted in this Agreement. Reverse-engineer, decompile, or disassemble any software or code used in the Site. Use any automated means, including bots, scrapers, or scripts, to access, copy, or monitor any part of the Site. Create or attempt to create a similar platform, service, or product that replicates or is substantially similar to the BLOX platform or its functionality.

5. Enforcement and Remedies OpenBuilds reserves the right to take immediate action to protect its intellectual property, including but not limited to: Terminating your access to the Site for any violation of these terms. Seeking injunctive relief to prevent unauthorized use, copying, or distribution of its intellectual property. Pursuing legal action for damages resulting from any infringement or misappropriation of its intellectual property.

6. Jurisdiction and Governing Law This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Florida and applicable federal laws of the United States of America, without giving effect to any principles of conflicts of law. You agree that any action at law or in equity arising out of or relating to these terms shall be filed only in the state or federal courts located in Pasco County, Florida, and you hereby consent and submit to the personal jurisdiction of such courts for the purposes of litigating any such action.

7. Injunctive Relief You acknowledge that any unauthorized use or copying of the Site or its content may cause irreparable harm to OpenBuilds, for which monetary damages may not be sufficient. Therefore, you agree that OpenBuilds may seek injunctive relief in addition to any other remedies available to it under law, equity, or otherwise, in the event of any violation or threatened violation of this Agreement.

8. International Protection OpenBuilds’ intellectual property rights are protected under U.S. and international laws. Any attempt to infringe upon these rights, whether from within the United States or from abroad, will be pursued to the fullest extent of the law. OpenBuilds reserves the right to enforce its rights in any jurisdiction where infringement occurs, including through international legal mechanisms and cooperation with foreign authorities.

9. Consequences of Violation Violation of these intellectual property terms may result in immediate termination of your access to the Site, as well as civil and criminal penalties under applicable laws. OpenBuilds will take all necessary steps to protect its intellectual property, including but not limited to seeking damages, attorney’s fees, and injunctive relief.

You agree to use the Service in a lawful and respectful manner. Prohibited activities include, but are not limited to:

• Violating any laws or regulations.
• Infringing on the intellectual property rights of others.
• Engaging in harmful or disruptive behavior, such as hacking or distributing malware.
• Misrepresenting your identity or affiliation.

The Service may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the content or practices of these third parties and encourage you to review their terms and policies.

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your account and access to the Service at our sole discretion, typically for violations of these Terms or for engaging in harmful or disruptive behavior. We will make reasonable efforts to notify you of the reason for termination, but we are not obligated to do so.

The projects shared on the BLOX Developer Toolbox are provided for educational and experimental purposes only. They are not intended for commercial use or critical applications where failure could result in harm or loss.

Warning: Potential Risks

Building, modifying, or using these projects can be inherently dangerous and may lead to serious injury, property damage, or other adverse outcomes. Specific hazards include, but are not limited to:

• Electrical Shock: Risks from high-voltage components or improper wiring.
• Mechanical Injury: Dangers from moving parts, such as pinch points or entanglement.
• Fire Hazards: Potential for overheating or misuse of flammable materials.

Safety Precautions

To reduce risks, users are strongly encouraged to:

• Wear appropriate protective gear, such as safety glasses, gloves, or other equipment suited to the project.
• Work in a well-ventilated, secure, and safe environment.
• Adhere to standard safety practices for handling electronics, machinery, and DIY projects.

Assumption of Risk

By choosing to build, modify, or use any project from this site, you assume all risks associated with its construction, modification, or use. You are solely responsible for evaluating and ensuring the safety, suitability, and legality of the project for your intended purposes.

No Warranty

All projects are provided "as is," without any warranty of any kind, whether express or implied. OpenBuilds and/or The BLOX Developer Toolbox does not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, safety, or reliability of any project shared on this platform.

No Liability

The BLOX Developer Toolbox, its creators, and affiliates bear no liability for any damages, injuries, or losses arising from the use, misuse, or modification of these projects. This includes, but is not limited to, direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages.

User Modifications

Any modifications, remixes, or adaptations of these projects are the sole responsibility of the user. The original project creators and the BLOX Developer Toolbox are not liable for any issues, risks, or consequences resulting from such changes.

Compliance with Laws

Users are responsible for ensuring that their building, modification, or use of these projects complies with all applicable local, state, and federal laws, regulations, and safety standards.

Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the The BLOX Developer Toolbox, OpenBuilds or its creators, and affiliates from any claims, liabilities, damages, or expenses (including attorneys' fees) arising from your use, misuse, or modification of the projects.

Acknowledgment

By accessing or using any project on this site, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to this disclaimer and accept full responsibility for all risks associated with the projects.

To the fullest extent permitted by law, BLOX Developer Toolbox, its creators, and affiliates shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of the Service. Our total liability to you for any claim shall not exceed the amount you paid to us, if any, for the Service.

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless BLOX Developer Toolbox, its creators, and affiliates from any claims, liabilities, damages, or expenses (including attorneys’ fees) arising from your use of the Service, Your Content, or your violation of these Terms.

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Florida, without regard to its conflict of law principles.

Any disputes arising from these Terms or the Service shall be resolved through binding arbitration in the State of Florida, in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association. You waive your right to participate in a class action lawsuit or class-wide arbitration.

• Entire Agreement: These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and BLOX Developer Toolbox regarding the Service.
• Severability: If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.
• Waiver: Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms shall not constitute a waiver of such right or provision.

If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us at Support@OpenBuilds.com