Terms of Use

1. Introduction and project philosophy

Welcome to the VIRIDIS project – an open-source submarine designed for a community of builders, engineers, and enthusiasts. Our goal is to share knowledge and enable anyone to build their own submarine vehicle.

VIRIDIS is a free project. We believe in openness, sharing, and collaboration. These terms aim to protect the rights of all users and guarantee a safe and constructive environment for the community.

2. License and copyright

2.1 Open source license

The VIRIDIS project is published under the MIT license, which grants you the following rights:

• Usage: You can use the project for any purpose (personal, educational, commercial)
• Modification: Adapt the project to your needs
• Distribution: Share the project and its modifications with others
• Sublicense: Grant sublicenses for your modifications

2.2 Terms of license use

When using the VIRIDIS project, you must:

• Retain the copyright notice and link to the original project
• Indicate the changes you made (if you modify and share the project)
• Share your modifications under the same or compatible open-source license
• Respect the philosophy of the open-source community

3. Website usage

3.1 Permitted usage

• Browsing documentation and guides
• Downloading project files and models
• Using interactive tools and 3D viewers
• Communicating via the contact form
• Sharing content with source attribution

3.2 Prohibited activities

• Copying content without source attribution
• Attacks on the website or attempting unauthorized access to systems
• Spreading malware, viruses, or harmful code
• Mass automated downloads (scraping without consent)
• Abuse of contact forms (spam, harassment)
• Falsely representing yourself as the VIRIDIS project

4. Submarine construction – important warnings

4.1 Your responsibility

During construction and operation, you bear full responsibility for:

• Safety: Your own safety and the safety of others
• Compliance: Applicable laws in your jurisdiction
• Quality of materials: Choice of suitable materials and components
• Testing: Thorough testing before use in real conditions
• Maintenance: Regular check and maintenance of all systems
• Insurance: Possible liability insurance

4.2 Legal constraints

Please note that:

• Operation may require permits or certification
• Operation may be prohibited in certain areas
• Maritime law and water regulations must be respected
• Vessel registration may be required

5. Exclusion of warranty

THE VIRIDIS PROJECT IS PROVIDED "AS IS" WITHOUT ANY WARRANTY OF ANY KIND.

We do not offer any warranties, express or implied, including (but not limited to):

• Fitness for a particular purpose
• Safety of the construction
• Functionality in real conditions
• Accuracy of the documentation and instructions
• Compatibility with your components
• Achievement of expected results

You use the project at your own risk. We recommend thorough study of the materials and consultation with us or experts.

6. Limitation of liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, the VIRIDIS team is not liable for:

• Any injury or death arising during construction or operation
• Material damage to the submarine or other property
• Data loss or time spent on the project
• Financial losses associated with the project
• Legal consequences of regulatory violations
• Damage caused to third parties
• Indirect, incidental, or consequential damages

7. Contributions to the project

If you contribute (code, documentation, designs, photos, etc.):

• You grant the VIRIDIS project a non-exclusive license to use your contribution
• You confirm you have the right to provide this contribution
• Your contribution will be part of the open-source project
• It will be licensed under the same license as the project
• You may be listed as a contributor (if you wish)

8. Trademarks and branding

The "VIRIDIS" name and logo belong to the project. You can use them to:

• Identify your use of the VIRIDIS project
• Refer to the official project
• Educational and non-commercial purposes

Not permitted: Using the name or logo in a way that suggests official sponsorship or endorsement without our consent.

9. Changes to terms

We reserve the right to modify these terms at any time. Changes will be effective upon posting. Your continued use of the website or project means agreement to the new terms.

10. Governing law

These terms are governed by the laws of the Czech Republic. Any disputes will be resolved by the competent courts of the Czech Republic.