Last updated: April 2025

1. Introduction

Welcome to Openledger. These Terms of Use and Privacy Policy ("Terms") govern your access to and use of our digital platforms, services, and content.

For purposes of these Terms:

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• “Platform” refers to all websites, applications, and tools provided by OpenLedger.

• “User” means any individual accessing or interacting with our services.

• “Partner” refers to institutions or individuals with formal collaboration agreements.

• “OpenLedger” means OpenLedger Research Institute, a legally registered entity operating under UAE law.

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By accessing or using any part of the Platform, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, you may not use our services.

2. Acceptance of Terms

By using the Platform, you affirm that you are at least 18 years old or have reached the age of legal majority in your jurisdiction and have full legal capacity.
These Terms constitute a binding agreement. OpenLedger may revise them periodically. Continued use of the Platform after changes implies acceptance of the updated version.

3. Use of Platform and Services

You agree to use the Platform solely for lawful and intended purposes.

 

You shall not:

• Upload or distribute malware, spam, or harmful content

• Impersonate others or falsify identity

• Reverse-engineer, extract, or disrupt the Platform’s infrastructure

 

Users remain responsible for the integrity of any content or data they provide.

 

4. Account Registration (if applicable)

 

To access some services, you may be required to create an account.

 

You agree to:

• Provide accurate information

• Keep your credentials confidential

• Notify us immediately in case of unauthorized access

 

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts in case of breach or misconduct.

 

5. Intellectual Property Rights

 

All content on this Platform — including trademarks, logos, texts, images, databases, and code — is owned or licensed by OpenLedger.

 

Use is permitted for personal, non-commercial purposes only, unless otherwise agreed.

 

Third-party content remains the property of its respective owners and is used with proper attribution.

 

6. Community Participation

 

Users engaging in forums, events, or public contributions must uphold respectful and constructive conduct.

 

Member profiles created within the OpenLedger ecosystem may be publicly visible unless explicitly set otherwise, and must accurately reflect the member’s identity or organizational affiliation.

 

Harassment, discrimination, or abuse of any kind will not be tolerated.

 

7. Disclaimers and Limitations of Liability

 

The Platform is provided “as is” and “as available.”

 

OpenLedger does not guarantee:

• Uninterrupted or error-free operation

• Accuracy or completeness of information

• That the Platform will meet your expectations

 

To the fullest extent permitted by law, OpenLedger disclaims all liability for direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages.

 

8. Privacy and Data Collection

 

We may collect the following data types:

• Personal data (e.g., name, email, bio)

• Behavioral data (e.g., navigation patterns, event participation)

• Technical data (e.g., device, IP address, cookies)

 

Collection methods include contact forms, cookies, analytics tools, and user interactions.

 

Data is used to personalize content, improve services, and communicate with you.

 

9. User Rights Regarding Data

 

You have the right to:

• Request access to your data

• Correct inaccurate information

• Request deletion or data portability

• Withdraw consent at any time

 

To exercise these rights, please contact us at contact@openledger.ae.

 

10. Sharing and Third-Party Access

 

We may share data with:

• Institutional partners (e.g., universities, accelerators)

• Regulatory entities (if legally required)

• Service providers (e.g., analytics platforms)

 

Data is anonymized when possible.

 

We do not sell personal data to third parties.

 

11. Security Measures

 

We apply industry-standard measures to safeguard your data, including:

• Encryption

• Role-based access control

• Secure storage policies

 

In the event of a breach, affected users will be informed promptly and given clear instructions.

 

Users are responsible for protecting their own passwords and account credentials.

 

12. Jurisdiction and Dispute Resolution

 

These Terms are governed by the laws of the Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM), United Arab Emirates.

 

Any dispute will first be resolved through negotiation or mediation.
If unresolved, disputes shall be submitted to arbitration under ADGM rules.

 

13. Contact Information

 

For questions about these Terms or privacy-related matters, please contact:

 

OpenLedger Research Institute
SRTIP, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates
contact@openledger.ae

 

14. Final Provisions

 

If any provision is found invalid or unenforceable, the remainder of the Terms shall remain in full force.

 

No waiver of any right shall be construed as a continuing waiver.

 

These Terms are effective as of the date above and may be updated periodically.