Welcome to Kelp Social

Kelp Social wants you to have a safe, enjoyable, and meaningful experience on our website and platform. By browsing, using, or interacting with our website and services, you agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms of Use, together with our Cookie Policy, Privacy Policy, User Terms, and Community Guidelines.

If you disagree with any part of these terms, please contact us at hello@kelpsocial.co.uk before using the website.

1. Definitions

• “Kelp Social Ltd,” “us,” or “we” refers to the owner of the website and platform, registered at 71–75 Shelton Street, Covent Garden, London, WC2H 9JQ, company number 13181054.

• “You,” “your,” or “user” refers to any visitor, viewer, or participant on the website or platform.

• “Content” includes all text, images, videos, blogs, comments, links, or other materials posted or shared on the platform.

2. General Use

• The content on this website is for your general information and use only. It may change without notice.

• By using Kelp Social, you agree to comply with all applicable laws and these Terms of Use.

• Some features require creating an account. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account information and all activity under your account.

3. Cookies and Tracking

• Like most websites, Kelp Social uses cookies to enhance your experience, monitor preferences, and personalise content.

• By allowing cookies, you consent to their use. See our Cookie Policy for details.

4. User-Generated Content

• You are solely responsible for the Content you post or share. Content must be lawful, accurate, and aligned with Kelp Social’s mission.

• You retain ownership of your Content, but by posting it, you grant Kelp Social a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to display, distribute, or promote your Content, always crediting the author.

• Kelp Social may remove, modify, or restrict any Content that violates these Terms or our Community Guidelines.

5. Prohibited Activities

You must not use Kelp Social to:

1. Post content that is illegal, defamatory, offensive, threatening, or harmful.

2. Introduce viruses, malware, or spam.

3. Impersonate other users, brands, or organisations.

4. Violate intellectual property rights or attempt to gain unauthorized access to other accounts or systems.

5. Selling or advertising products: You may not sell or advertise products on Kelp Social without prior approval. This includes any products or services that are not explicitly aligned with animal welfare.

6. Promotion of animal cruelty: You may not post, link to, or otherwise promote any practices, products, or services that cause harm to animals, including but not limited to hunting, blood sports, unregulated breeding, or any other form of animal abuse.

6. Third-Party Links

• Kelp Social may include links to third-party websites. We do not endorse or guarantee the accuracy, legality, or reliability of any linked content.

• Accessing third-party websites is at your own risk.

7. Intellectual Property

• All assets, including the Kelp Social name, logo, design, layout, and platform software, are owned or licensed by Kelp Social.

• You may not copy, reproduce, or create derivative works from these assets without prior written permission.

8. Liability and Disclaimers

• The website and platform are provided “as is” and “as available”. Kelp Social excludes liability for indirect, incidental, or consequential damages to the fullest extent permitted by law.

• Users are responsible for verifying any information obtained from unverified accounts.

9. Termination and Suspension

• Kelp Social may suspend or terminate your access at any time if:

  • You violate these Terms or other policies.

  • Your activity creates legal or commercial risk.

  • Services are no longer viable.

• Notice of termination will be sent via your registered email where reasonable.

10. Updates to Terms

• Kelp Social may update these Terms at any time without prior notice.

• Continued use of the website constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

11. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

• Kelp Social is a UK-based platform, and these Terms are governed primarily by the laws of England and Wales.

  • United States Users: For US federal, state, or local government entities legally unable to accept UK law, these Terms are governed by applicable US law, with California law as a fallback where permitted.

  • European Union Users: Use of the Services is subject to applicable EU laws and regulations, including GDPR.

  • Other International Users: By accessing or using Kelp Social from outside the UK, US, or EU, you agree that these Terms are governed by the laws of the jurisdiction in which you reside, to the maximum extent permitted by local law.

12. Contact Information

• For questions, disputes, copyright claims, or feedback, please contact: hello@kelpsocial.co.uk