Terms and Conditions
Terms and Conditions
1. About our terms
1.1 These Terms and Conditions of Use (“Terms”) explain how you may access and use this website, including all information, text, images, video, audio, and other content made available through it (“Site”).
1.2 NWF Conservation CIC (“Natural World Fund”) is a community interest company registered in England and Wales with company number 13448476, whose registered address is at 2 Diamond Cottages, Barnett Lane, Wonersh, Guildford, Surrey, England, GU5 0RU. These Terms apply between Natural World Fund (“we”, “us” or “our”) and you, the person accessing or using the Site (“you” or “your”).
1.3 You should read these Terms carefully before using the Site. By accessing or using the Site or otherwise indicating your consent, you agree to be bound by these Terms and the documents referred to in them.
1.4 If you do not agree with or accept any of these Terms, you should stop using the Site immediately.
1.5 If you have any questions about the Site, please contact us at: support@naturalworldfund.com.
1.6 Additional terms may apply to certain features or content, such as our Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy.
1.7 We may revise these Terms at any time. Any changes will be effective when posted on this page. Continued use of the Site following any changes indicates your acceptance of the new Terms.
2. Using the site
2.1 You must be at least 13 years old to use the Site. If you are under 18, you must have permission from your parent or legal guardian to use the Site. By using the Site, you confirm that you meet these requirements.
2.2 We do not knowingly collect personal data from individuals under the age of 13 without verifiable parental consent. If we become aware that we have collected personal data from a child under 13 without such consent, we will take reasonable steps to delete it.
2.3 All personal data collected through the Site will be processed in accordance with our Privacy Policy, which outlines what data we collect, why we collect it, how it is used, and your rights under UK data protection laws, including the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR).
2.4 The Site is for your personal and non-commercial use only.
2.5 You agree that you are solely responsible for all costs and expenses you may incur in relation to your use of the Site.
2.6 We make reasonable efforts to ensure the Site is accessible and available at all times. However, we do not guarantee that the Site, or any content on it, will always be available or uninterrupted. We may suspend, withdraw, or restrict the availability of all or any part of the Site for business and operational reasons.
3. Access to the Website
3.1. You must obtain the bill payer’s permission before accessing the website if using a shared internet connection.
3.2. We reserve the right to deny access to this website, in whole or in part, to any user at our sole discretion and without notice.
4. Use of the Website
4.1. You agree to use this website only in accordance with applicable laws and these Terms. You must not use the website in a way that infringes the rights of others or restricts their use and enjoyment of the website, including but not limited to acts of hacking or transmitting harmful content.
5. User Contributions
5.1. Any material submitted by you, including but not limited to comments, suggestions, emails, and stories (“Contributions”), must comply with these Terms and our Contribution Rules. These Rules form part of the contract if you register as a contributor.
5.2. We do not endorse or take responsibility for any Contributions made by users. Views expressed are solely those of the author.
5.3. If you wish to raise a complaint about any content, please contact us providing your full name, company (if applicable), contact details, the specific content in question, and reasons for your complaint. We cannot act without this information.
5.4. You must not submit any material that:
- Is knowingly false or misleading;
- Is defamatory, obscene, threatening, abusive, illegal, harassing, discriminatory or otherwise offensive;
- Infringes third-party rights or lacks the necessary permissions or licences;
- Contains viruses or other harmful components;
- Misrepresents your identity or affiliation.
5.5. We may disclose your identity or any other relevant information in accordance with applicable data protection legislation.
5.6. You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Natural World Fund and its representatives against any liability resulting from your Contributions in breach of these Terms.
5.7. Contributions are considered non-confidential. By submitting Contributions, you:
- Confirm you have the right to do so;
- Grant us a perpetual, worldwide, royalty-free licence to use, adapt, distribute and display such material for all lawful purposes;
- Waive any moral rights to the fullest extent permissible by law.
6. Registration
6.1. Certain functionalities require registration. Upon registering, you will be issued with login credentials which you must keep secure.
6.2. You are responsible for any activity under your credentials and must notify us immediately of any unauthorised access.
6.3. You agree that all registration information is accurate and up to date. You must maintain a valid email address.
6.4. We may suspend or terminate your registration at our discretion, particularly in cases of breach of these Terms or Contribution Rules. Re-registration requires our written consent.
7. Privacy
We are committed to protecting your privacy and will handle all personal data in compliance with UK data protection laws. Please refer to our Privacy Policy.
8. Intellectual Property Rights
8.1. All intellectual property in the website and its content (“Natural World Fund Material”) belongs to us or our licensors.
8.2. You may print or download excerpts for personal, non-commercial use only, provided:
- Copyright and source acknowledgements are retained;
- No alterations are made;
- The material is not used in a derogatory, misleading, or promotional context.
8.3. You must not, without our prior written consent:
- Incorporate any Natural World Fund Material into other works;
- Use it for commercial purposes;
- Broadcast, transmit or share the material with the public.
8.4. Requests for permission to use any content outside the scope of these Terms should be directed to support@naturalworldfund.com.
8.5. All products and publications provided are protected by copyright.
8.6. The Natural World Fund name and logo are protected trademarks. Use without permission may constitute an infringement.
8.7. Supporters may not imply that they are acting on behalf of Natural World Fund or represent our views in campaigning efforts.
8.8. All rights not expressly granted are reserved.
8.9. We reserve the right to revoke your permissions to use any content at our discretion.
9. Advertisements and Sponsorship
9.1. We may allow advertising on our websites. However, this does not constitute endorsement, and we accept no liability for inaccuracies in advertising content or the goods or services offered.
10. Disclaimers
10.1. Website content is provided for general informational purposes and should not be relied upon as a substitute for professional advice.
10.2. Users should be cautious of information provided by others on the website. Content may be inaccurate, misleading or unlawful. Your use of the website is at your own risk.
10.3. Accessing the website from outside the UK is done at your own risk and you are responsible for compliance with local laws.
10.4. We do not guarantee uninterrupted or error-free operation of the website or that it is free of viruses or other harmful elements.
10.5. For third-party products linked via the website, we make no warranties and accept no responsibility. Any concerns should be raised with the third-party provider.
10.6. We do not guarantee the security of information provided to third-party websites. You acknowledge and accept any risks involved.
11. Liability
11.1. Nothing in these Terms limits our liability for death or personal injury due to negligence, fraud, or any matter for which liability cannot be excluded by law.
11.2. Subject to Clause 11.1, to the fullest extent permitted by law, we shall not be liable for:
- Any data or system loss or damage;
- Any indirect, incidental, or consequential loss, including loss of profit or business;
- Any loss or damage arising from your use of or reliance on the Site, including but not limited to loss of income, business interruption, loss of data, or damage to your device or systems.
12. Links to and from Other Websites
12.1. Links to third-party websites are provided for convenience. We do not control or endorse these sites and are not responsible for their content.
12.2. Exercise caution when clicking user-submitted links. We do not verify them.
12.3. You may link to our homepage, provided you:
- Use only the URL as the link text;
- Do not alter logos or trademarks;
- Do not imply endorsement;
- Do not misrepresent your relationship with us;
- Do not link from sites that violate legal or ethical standards.
12.4. We reserve the right to withdraw linking permission at any time.
13. Accessibility
13.1 We are committed to making our website accessible to as many users as possible, regardless of ability or technology. This includes adhering to recognised accessibility standards where possible, and continually reviewing our site design and content for inclusivity.
13.2 Our commitment to accessibility is guided by the principles of the UK Equality Act 2010, which requires services to be accessible to people with disabilities.
13.3 If you experience any accessibility issues or have suggestions for improvement, please contact us at: support@naturalworldfund.com so we can address your concerns and improve the experience.
14. Cookies
14.1 Our Site uses cookies to distinguish you from other users, to improve your user experience and to help us improve our website. For detailed information on the cookies we use and the purposes for which we use them, please see our Cookie Policy.
- Governing Law and Jurisdiction
These Terms and any dispute or claim (including non-contractual disputes or claims) arising out of or in connection with them or their subject matter shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of England and Wales. You agree that the courts of England and Wales shall have exclusive jurisdiction to settle any such dispute or claim.
The Terms were last updated May 2025
