The Official Code Victorian
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TERMS OF SERVICE

(Newsletter Subscription Agreement)

Last updated: 20-01-2026

By subscribing to, registering for, or otherwise accessing any newsletter, mailing list, publication, digital communication, or informational service operated by the Code Victorian Foundation, or any of its brands, projects, subsidiaries, or affiliated initiatives (collectively, the “Company,” “we,” “us,” or “our”), you (“you,” “the Subscriber,” or “the User”) expressly acknowledge, accept, and agree to be bound by the terms set forth below.

1.⁠ ⁠PURPOSE OF THE NEWSLETTER AND COMMUNICATIONS

The Company provides newsletters, email communications, and other digital messaging for informational, educational, commercial, promotional, editorial, and community-building purposes, which may include, but are not limited to:

•⁠ ⁠News, updates, and announcements

•⁠ ⁠Articles, essays, commentary, or opinion pieces

•⁠ ⁠Product or service information

•⁠ ⁠Promotional or marketing content

•⁠ ⁠Invitations to events, offerings, or programs

•⁠ ⁠Surveys, feedback requests, or research

•⁠ ⁠Community updates or initiatives

By subscribing, you acknowledge that the content of communications may evolve over time and is not limited to a single theme, topic, or format.

2.⁠ ⁠CONSENT TO RECEIVE ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS

By providing your email address and completing the subscription process, you expressly consent to receive electronic communications from the Company, including emails and other digital messages, at the address you provide.

This consent includes, without limitation:

•⁠ ⁠Periodic newsletters

•⁠ ⁠Transactional and non-transactional emails

•⁠ ⁠Informational messages

•⁠ ⁠Promotional or marketing communications

•⁠ ⁠Announcements regarding new services, products, platforms, or initiatives

You acknowledge that electronic communications are an essential part of the services provided and that opting out of such communications may limit or prevent access to certain features or information.

3.⁠ ⁠MULTI-PURPOSE USE OF EMAIL ADDRESS

3.1 Broad Email Usage Consent

By subscribing, you explicitly authorise the Company to use your email address for multiple lawful purposes, including but not limited to:

•⁠ ⁠Inclusion in one or more internal or external mailing lists

•⁠ ⁠Distribution across different newsletters or communication channels

•⁠ ⁠Segmentation or categorisation for targeted or thematic communications

•⁠ ⁠Communication regarding affiliated projects, brands, or initiatives

•⁠ ⁠Marketing, promotional, and commercial outreach

•⁠ ⁠Invitations to events, products, services, or communities

This consent applies whether such communications are similar to or distinct from the original newsletter you subscribed to.

3.2 No Limitation to a Single List

You acknowledge and agree that subscription to one newsletter or communication stream may result in inclusion in other mailing lists, provided such communications remain lawful and relevant to the Company’s activities.

4.⁠ ⁠DATA COLLECTION AND PROCESSING

4.1 Information Collected

The Company may collect and process the following data:

•⁠ ⁠Email address

•⁠ ⁠Name (if provided)

•⁠ ⁠Subscription date and source

•⁠ ⁠Interaction data (opens, clicks, responses)

•⁠ ⁠Preferences or segmentation indicators

4.2 Purpose of Processing

Your data may be processed for purposes including:

•⁠ ⁠Providing and improving communications

•⁠ ⁠Analytics and performance monitoring

•⁠ ⁠Audience research and optimisation

•⁠ ⁠Marketing and outreach

•⁠ ⁠Internal administration and compliance

All processing is conducted on lawful grounds, including consent and legitimate interest.

5.⁠ ⁠THIRD-PARTY SERVICE PROVIDERS

The Company may use third-party platforms (e.g. email delivery services, CRM systems, analytics tools) to manage and distribute communications.

By subscribing, you consent to your data being:

•⁠ ⁠Stored and processed by such providers

•⁠ ⁠Transferred across jurisdictions where necessary

•⁠ ⁠Handled in accordance with applicable data protection laws

6.⁠ ⁠CONTENT DISCLAIMERS

All communications are provided “as is”, without warranties of any kind.

The Company makes no guarantees regarding:

•⁠ ⁠Accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of content

•⁠ ⁠Frequency or consistency of communications

•⁠ ⁠Suitability for any particular purpose

Content may include opinions, commentary, or interpretations that do not represent factual claims or professional advice.

7.⁠ ⁠INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY

All newsletters, emails, texts, graphics, logos, and materials remain the intellectual property of the Company unless otherwise stated.

You may not reproduce, distribute, or commercially exploit any content without prior written consent, except where permitted by law.

8.⁠ ⁠OPT-OUT AND UNSUBSCRIBE

You may unsubscribe at any time by:

•⁠ ⁠Contacting us directly via the provided contact information

Unsubscribing from one list may not automatically unsubscribe you from all communications, unless explicitly stated.

Processing of unsubscribe requests may take a reasonable period of time.

9.⁠ ⁠MODIFICATION OF TERMS AND COMMUNICATIONS

The Company reserves the right to:

•⁠ ⁠Update or modify these Terms at any time

•⁠ ⁠Change the nature, frequency, or scope of communications

•⁠ ⁠Introduce new newsletters, lists, or communication formats

Continued subscription after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.

10.⁠ ⁠TERMINATION

The Company may suspend or terminate your subscription at any time, without notice, for any reason, including but not limited to misuse, abuse, or legal compliance.

11.⁠ ⁠LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

To the maximum extent permitted by law, the Company shall not be liable for:

•⁠ ⁠Any damages arising from subscription or communication content

•⁠ ⁠Loss of data, revenue, or opportunity

•⁠ ⁠Errors, interruptions, or delays in delivery

12.⁠ ⁠GOVERNING LAW AND JURISDICTION

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

Any disputes shall fall under the exclusive jurisdiction of the competent courts of that jurisdiction.

13.⁠ ⁠CONTACT INFORMATION

For questions regarding these Terms or our communications, you may contact:

The Code Victorian Foundation

[Email Address]

codevictorian.com

14.⁠ ⁠ACKNOWLEDGMENT AND ACCEPTANCE

By subscribing to our newsletter or providing your email address, you confirm that:

•⁠ ⁠You have read and understood these Terms

•⁠ ⁠You are at least the legal age required to give consent

•⁠ ⁠You voluntarily agree to the collection and use of your email address as described

•⁠ ⁠You consent to receiving multiple forms of communication from the Company