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Terms of Service

Last updated: January 2026

Agreement to Terms

By accessing or using the Scute website ("Site"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use our Site.

About Scute

The Scute Digital Safety Society is a non-profit organization dedicated to cybersecurity education and awareness. Our mission is to make online safety accessible to everyone.

Use of Our Site

You agree to use our Site only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. You agree not to:

  • Use the Site in any way that violates applicable laws
  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems
  • Interfere with the proper functioning of the Site
  • Transmit any malicious code or harmful content
  • Collect or harvest information about other users

Educational Content

The cybersecurity information and resources provided on our Site are for educational purposes only. While we strive to provide accurate and up-to-date information:

  • Our content is general guidance, not professional security consulting
  • Security best practices evolve; always verify current recommendations
  • We are not responsible for any actions you take based on our content
  • For specific security concerns, consult a qualified professional

Intellectual Property

The content on our Site, including text, graphics, logos, and images, is the property of The Scute Digital Safety Society or our content creators and is protected by copyright laws.

You may:

  • View and read our content for personal, non-commercial use
  • Share links to our content
  • Quote brief excerpts with proper attribution

You may not:

  • Reproduce or distribute our content for commercial purposes
  • Modify or create derivative works without permission
  • Remove any copyright or proprietary notices

User Contributions

If you submit content to us (such as through our contact form), you grant us a non-exclusive right to use that content for our educational mission.

Third-Party Links

Our Site may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the content or practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review their terms and privacy policies.

Newsletter

By subscribing to our newsletter, you agree to receive periodic emails from us. You can unsubscribe at any time using the link provided in each email.

Disclaimer of Warranties

Our Site and content are provided "as is" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. We do not guarantee that:

  • The Site will be available at all times
  • The content is error-free or complete
  • Following our guidance will prevent all security incidents

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, The Scute Digital Safety Society shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising from your use of our Site or reliance on our content.

Changes to Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. Continued use of our Site after changes constitutes acceptance of the new Terms.

Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of Canada and the Province of Ontario. Any disputes shall be resolved in accordance with applicable Canadian law.

Contact Us

If you have questions about these Terms, please contact us at: