Terms of Service

Legal Agreement for Oppi OSINT Training Platform

Effective Date: August 28, 2025 | Version: 2.0

1. Definitions and Acceptance

Acceptance: By creating an account, accessing, or using any part of the Platform, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service and our Privacy Policy.

2. Eligibility and Account Registration

2.1 Age Requirements

• You must be at least 18 years old to register as a Trainer
• Participants must be at least 16 years old or have parental consent
• Educational institutions may use the Platform for students with appropriate supervision

2.2 Account Responsibilities

• Trainers must provide accurate and current information
• You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account
• You must immediately notify us of any unauthorized use
• You are responsible for all activities under your account
• Account sharing is prohibited

2.3 Professional Use

This Platform is designed for professional training in journalism, analysis, research, and security. Users must have a legitimate educational or professional purpose.

3. Platform Purpose and Scope

The Platform provides:

• Simulated social media environments for training
• Analysis tools for detecting disinformation patterns
• Educational scenarios based on real-world tactics
• Anonymous participation in training sessions

4. Acceptable Use Policy

4.1 Permitted Uses

You may use the Platform to:

• Conduct legitimate educational and training activities
• Create custom training scenarios for defensive security education
• Share session codes with authorized participants
• Learn techniques for identifying disinformation
• Collaborate on defensive security research
• Export your own created scenarios for backup (Trainers only)

4.2 Professional Standards

Users must:

• Act professionally and ethically
• Respect the privacy and anonymity of participants
• Use the Platform only for its intended educational purpose
• Comply with all applicable laws and regulations
• Report any security vulnerabilities responsibly

5. Prohibited Activities

5.1 Malicious Use

• Creating or spreading actual disinformation or propaganda
• Using training materials to conduct real influence operations
• Harassment, stalking, or targeting individuals
• Impersonating real persons or organizations maliciously
• Using the Platform to plan or coordinate harmful activities

5.2 Technical Violations

• Attempting to identify or track participants
• Reverse engineering, decompiling, or disassembling the Platform
• Circumventing security measures or access controls
• Automated scraping, crawling, or data extraction
• Introducing malware, viruses, or harmful code
• Attempting unauthorized access to systems or data
• Overloading or disrupting the Platform (DDoS attacks)

5.3 Content Violations

• Uploading illegal, defamatory, or harmful content
• Sharing copyrighted material without authorization
• Creating scenarios that promote violence or discrimination
• Using real personal data without consent
• Sharing session codes publicly or with unauthorized parties

5.4 Commercial Violations

• Reselling or commercializing the Platform without authorization
• Using the Platform for competitive intelligence gathering
• Copying or reproducing Platform features for commercial products
• Sublicensing, renting, or leasing access to the Platform

6. Intellectual Property Rights

6.1 Platform Ownership

• The Oppi Platform, including all code, design, and methodology, is proprietary software owned by CheckFirst
• All rights, title, and interest in the Platform remain with CheckFirst
• The Platform is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws
• "Oppi", "CheckFirst", and associated logos are trademarks of CheckFirst

6.2 Template Content

• All template scenarios and training materials are © CheckFirst
• Templates may be used only within the Platform for training purposes
• Exporting, reproducing, or distributing templates is prohibited without written permission

6.3 License Grant to Users

We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to:

• Access and use the Platform for authorized training purposes
• Create derivative works (custom scenarios) within the Platform
• Share session access with authorized participants

7. User-Generated Content

7.1 Ownership of Custom Scenarios

• Trainers retain ownership of custom scenarios they create
• CheckFirst does not claim ownership of user-generated content
• You are responsible for ensuring you have rights to all content you upload

7.2 License to CheckFirst

By creating content on the Platform, you grant CheckFirst a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to:

• Host, store, and display your content within the Platform
• Make technical modifications necessary for Platform operation
• Create backups for disaster recovery
• Remove content that violates these Terms

7.3 Content Responsibility

• You are solely responsible for content you create
• You warrant that your content doesn't infringe any rights
• You agree not to create content that violates these Terms
• We may remove content at our discretion without notice

8. Privacy and Data Protection

Your use of the Platform is subject to our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated by reference into these Terms. Key points:

• We maintain participant anonymity - no tracking or profiling
• We comply with GDPR and other data protection laws
• We use minimal third-party services (Brevo for email only)
• Server logs are kept for security purposes only (7-day retention)
• You may not attempt to identify or track participants

9. Disclaimers and Warranties

9.1 Disclaimer of Warranties

TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, WE DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES INCLUDING:

• MERCHANTABILITY or FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE
• ACCURACY, RELIABILITY, or COMPLETENESS of the Platform
• UNINTERRUPTED, ERROR-FREE, or SECURE operation
• COMPATIBILITY with all systems and browsers
• RESULTS obtained from using the Platform

9.2 Educational Content Disclaimer

• All scenarios are fictional and for educational purposes only
• Any resemblance to real events or persons is coincidental
• We do not guarantee the accuracy of training materials
• Skills learned may not prevent all disinformation threats

9.3 Third-Party Content

• We are not responsible for user-generated scenarios
• Links to external sites are provided for convenience only
• We do not endorse or control third-party content

10. Limitation of Liability

10.1 Exclusion of Damages

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, CHECKFIRST AND ITS AFFILIATES SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR:

• INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES
• LOST PROFITS, REVENUE, DATA, OR BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES
• BUSINESS INTERRUPTION OR LOSS OF GOODWILL
• SUBSTITUTE SERVICES OR TECHNOLOGY
• ANY DAMAGES EXCEEDING €100 OR FEES PAID IN THE LAST 12 MONTHS

10.2 Basis of the Bargain

These limitations apply regardless of:

• The legal theory (contract, tort, strict liability, etc.)
• Whether we knew or should have known of potential damages
• Whether any remedy fails its essential purpose

10.3 Jurisdictional Limitations

Some jurisdictions do not allow limitation of certain damages. In such cases, our liability will be limited to the maximum extent permitted by law.

11. Indemnification

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless CheckFirst, its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, costs, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising from:

• Your use or misuse of the Platform
• Your violation of these Terms
• Your violation of any rights of another party
• Your content or custom scenarios
• Your violation of any applicable laws or regulations
• Any unauthorized access using your account

We reserve the right to assume exclusive defense of any claim, and you agree to cooperate with our defense.

12. Service Availability and Modifications

12.1 Service Availability

• We strive for 99.9% uptime but do not guarantee uninterrupted service
• Scheduled maintenance will be announced when possible
• We are not liable for any downtime or service interruptions
• Emergency maintenance may occur without notice

12.2 Platform Modifications

We reserve the right to:

• Modify, update, or discontinue any Platform features
• Change system requirements or compatibility
• Update these Terms with 30 days notice for material changes
• Immediately modify the Platform to address security concerns

12.3 Force Majeure

We are not liable for failures due to circumstances beyond our reasonable control, including but not limited to: acts of God, natural disasters, war, terrorism, riots, embargoes, acts of civil or military authorities, fire, floods, accidents, strikes, or shortages of transportation facilities, fuel, energy, labor, or materials.

13. Termination

13.1 Termination by You

• You may stop using the Platform at any time
• Trainers may request account deletion via privacy@checkfirst.network
• Termination does not relieve you of obligations incurred under these Terms

13.2 Termination by Us

We may suspend or terminate your access immediately if:

• You violate these Terms or our policies
• You engage in prohibited activities
• Required by law or court order
• The Platform is discontinued
• Continued access poses a security risk

13.3 Effects of Termination

• Your license to use the Platform immediately ends
• You must cease all use of the Platform
• We may delete your account and content
• Sections regarding intellectual property, disclaimers, liability, and dispute resolution survive termination

14. Dispute Resolution

14.1 Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of Finland and the European Union, without regard to conflict of law principles.

14.2 Informal Resolution

Before filing a claim, you agree to try to resolve disputes informally by contacting legal@checkfirst.network. We will attempt to resolve disputes informally for 60 days.

14.3 Arbitration Agreement

If informal resolution fails, disputes will be resolved through binding arbitration under the Rules of the Finnish Arbitration Institute, except:

• You may bring claims in small claims court if eligible
• Either party may seek injunctive relief for IP violations
• EU consumers may use EU Online Dispute Resolution platform

14.4 Class Action Waiver

You agree to bring claims only in your individual capacity and not as part of any class, collective, or representative action.

14.5 Venue

Any legal proceedings must be brought in the courts of Helsinki, Finland, and you consent to personal jurisdiction there.

15. General Provisions

15.1 Entire Agreement

These Terms and our Privacy Policy constitute the entire agreement between you and CheckFirst regarding the Platform.

15.2 Severability

If any provision is found unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue in effect, and the unenforceable provision will be modified to be enforceable.

15.3 Waiver

Our failure to enforce any right or provision is not a waiver of that right or provision.

15.4 Assignment

You may not assign or transfer these Terms. We may assign our rights to any successor or acquirer.

15.5 Notices

We may provide notices through the Platform, email, or other reasonable means. You must provide notices to legal@checkfirst.network.

15.6 Interpretation

• Headings are for convenience only and don't affect interpretation
• "Including" means "including without limitation"
• These Terms are drafted in English; translations are for convenience only

15.7 Export Compliance

You agree to comply with all export laws and restrictions and regulations of the European Union and any other applicable countries.

15.8 Government Use

If you are a government entity, you acknowledge that the Platform is a commercial item and agree to these commercial Terms.

Last updated: August 28, 2025 | Version: 2.0

Previous versions available upon request at legal@checkfirst.network