Terms and Conditions

Effective Date: 01/20/2025

Welcome to CQRA! These Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) govern your use of the CQRA website and services. By attempting to create an account, accessing, or using the website, you agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to these Terms, you must not use the website.

Identification

CQRA is not a company or formal entity. It is a community-driven platform created and maintained by the ham radio community for the ham radio community. The website and services are provided as a collaborative space for ham radio operators to connect, share experiences, and maintain logbooks. By participating in CQRA, you are joining a community of like-minded individuals who contribute to the ongoing development and success of the platform. CQRA's headquarters is based in Missouri, and our data is hosted in Oracle data centers in Chicago, IL.

Content

CQRA provides a logbook for the ham radio community along with social features that allow users to connect with other ham radio operators. Our services allow users to maintain a personal logbook, interact with fellow users, and share ham radio-related content.

Use of the Website

You may use CQRA’s website for the following purposes:

• To connect with other ham radio operators.
• To create and maintain a personal logbook where you can record your ham radio interactions.
• To view other users' logs and engage in the community.

By attempting to create an account or using the website, you agree that you will not use the website for any unlawful, abusive, or unethical purposes. Unauthorized use of this website, including actions that violate the Terms, may result in the suspension or termination of your account, and you will be blocked from further access to the services.

Liability Disclaimer

To the fullest extent permitted by law, CQRA disclaims any and all liability for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, special, or exemplary damages arising from your use of this website, including but not limited to damages caused by errors, omissions, interruptions, defects, viruses, delays in operation, or any other failure of performance, even if CQRA has been advised of the possibility of such damages.

Privacy

Your privacy is important to us. Please refer to our Privacy Policy for details on how we collect, use, and protect your information.

Intellectual Property

All content on the CQRA website, including text, graphics, logos, images, and software, is owned by CQRA or its content providers and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, modify, or distribute any content from this website without prior written permission from CQRA.

User Responsibilities

By using this website, you agree to the following:

• You may use the website to connect with other ham radio operators and maintain a personal logbook.
• You are responsible for the accuracy of your logbook entries and other contributions to the website.
• You may not use the website to spread misinformation, engage in illegal activities. Post harmful, racist, or discriminatory content.
• You are responsible for ensuring that any content you post complies with all applicable laws and regulations.

Violations of Terms and Conduct

CQRA will not tolerate any ill-suited behavior, including but not limited to abusive, inappropriate, offensive, or discriminatory conduct. If your actions violate these Terms or disrupt the experience of other users, your account will be removed, and you will be blocked from accessing the website and its services. This includes actions such as harassment, hate speech, or posting content that is illegal or harmful to others. We reserve the right to enforce these rules and maintain a safe environment for all users.

Account Verification and Deletion Policy

Any accounts created on CQRA that are not requested for verification within a reasonable amount of time will be removed from the system. The timeframe for verification will be determined at the sole discretion of CQRA administration.

Disputes

In the event of a dispute arising from the use of this website, the parties will first attempt to resolve the issue through informal negotiations. If such negotiations fail, users agree that the website and its owners shall not be held responsible for any actions, damages, or disputes arising from the use of the website or services.

Governing Law

These Terms will be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the state of Missouri, without regard to its conflict of law principles.

Contact Information

If you have any questions or concerns regarding these Terms, you can contact us via:

• Email: [email protected]
• Email: [email protected]

User Accounts

To create an account, you must provide basic information such as your full name and callsign for verification purposes. This information will be checked to ensure it matches our records. Once verified, your account will be created, and you will have access to the website’s features.

To change the email address or any associated information linked to your account, such as callsign or name changes, please send a request to [email protected].

To delete your account and all associated content, please email a deletion request to [email protected]. Include your first name, callsign, and an optional reason for deletion. The email must be sent from the address used during the verification process to confirm your identity. Upon receiving your request, we will promptly delete your account and all related content.

Periodic Updates to Terms and Conditions

CQRA reserves the right to update and modify these Terms at any time. We will notify you of any changes by updating the “Effective Date” at the top of this page. It is your responsibility to review these Terms periodically to ensure you are aware of any changes.

General Provisions

These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and CQRA with respect to your use of the website. If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect. Failure to enforce any provision of these Terms does not constitute a waiver of that provision.