>_ Terms and conditions of use

Preamble

Use of the website www.42switzerland.org (hereinafter referred to as the "Website") constitutes full acceptance of these Terms and Conditions of Use.

These Terms and Conditions may be amended or updated at any time. Users are therefore encouraged to consult them regularly.

The Website is normally accessible at all times. However, 42 Switzerland may temporarily suspend access for technical maintenance and will make every reasonable effort to inform users in advance whenever possible.

Article 1 – About the Website

The purpose of this Website is to provide general information about 42 Switzerland, a non-profit association based in Renens that brings together the 42 campuses in Switzerland around a shared mission: to develop accessible, job-ready and committed digital talent.

The Website presents the association, its mission, governance, campuses, activities, events, partners, news, and information about the 42 educational program.

Article 2 – Access to the Website

The minimum recommended configuration for accessing the Website is:

• Browsers: Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Opera or equivalent;

• Devices: smartphone, tablet, laptop or desktop computer.

Users agree to access the Website using compatible, secure equipment that is free from viruses or other malicious software.

42 Switzerland shall not be held liable for any damage resulting from the use of hardware, browsers or internet connections that prevent proper access to the Website.

Article 3 – Intellectual Property

The name "42", its logos, slogans, trademarks and visual identity elements associated with the 42 network are protected and remain the property of their respective owners. Any use, reproduction or modification without prior authorization is prohibited.

The overall structure of the Website, together with its texts, photographs, images, videos, graphics, documents, databases and other content, is protected by intellectual property laws.

Unless otherwise stated, such content is the property of 42 Switzerland or of third parties who have authorized its use.

Any reproduction, representation, adaptation, translation, modification, distribution or exploitation, in whole or in part, of the website's content without the prior written consent of 42 Switzerland is prohibited.

Any substantial extraction or reuse of the databases accessible through the website is likewise prohibited.

Article 4 – Personal Data and Cookies

As part of the operation of the website, 42 Switzerland may collect and process certain personal data relating to its users.

Such data is processed in accordance with the applicable data protection legislation, including the Swiss Federal Act on Data Protection (FADP).

Certain data relating to the admissions process, platforms operated by the 42 network or specific services may be collected and processed by Association 42 or by other entities within the 42 network, in accordance with their respective privacy policies.

Browsing the website or related platforms may result in cookies being stored on the user's device. These cookies may be necessary for the proper functioning of the Website, audience measurement or the improvement of the user experience.

Users are invited to consult the Privacy Policy and, where applicable, the Cookie Policy for further information regarding the personal data collected, the purposes of processing, retention periods and their rights.

Article 5 – Liability

42 Switzerland makes every effort to ensure that the information published on the Website is accurate, up to date and accessible. However, it cannot guarantee the accuracy, completeness or ongoing relevance of all published information.

42 Switzerland shall not be held liable for any omissions, inaccuracies or failure to update information, whether resulting from its own actions or from third-party partners.

42 Switzerland reserves the right to modify, suspend or discontinue all or part of the Website at any time and without prior notice. It shall not be held liable for any consequences arising from such modifications, interruptions or suspensions.

Users are solely responsible for their use of the website. They agree not to use the website in any manner that violates applicable laws, these Terms and Conditions or the rights of 42 Switzerland or any third party.

Users agree to indemnify and hold harmless 42 Switzerland, its representatives, employees, partners and affiliated entities within the 42 network against any claims, actions or proceedings resulting from any improper use of the website.

Article 6 – Links to Third-Party websites

The website may contain links to third-party websites or platforms, including websites operated by the 42 network, partners, registration platforms or social media services.

42 Switzerland exercises no control over such third-party websites and accepts no responsibility for their content, operation, terms of use or data protection practices.

Access to such websites is entirely at the user's own risk.

Article 7 – Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms and Conditions of Use are governed by Swiss law.

Any dispute relating to the use of the website or the interpretation of these Terms and Conditions that cannot be settled amicably shall be submitted to the competent courts in Switzerland.

External platforms, including those relating to admissions or to the international 42 network, may be subject to their own terms of use and applicable laws.