Terms of Service
Welcome to the website of Arkady Yakhnis Photography. The following Terms of Service (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of this website and its content. By accessing or using this website, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, please refrain from using the website.
This website is operated to showcase the photographer’s work and to provide visitors with information about available photographs. Where applicable, the website may also include links or buttons directing visitors to independent third-party print providers, through which printed copies of selected photographs may be ordered.
These Terms apply solely to the use of this website. Separate policies govern the processing of personal data, the use of cookies, and the copyright and licensing of the photographs displayed on this website. By using the website, you also acknowledge that these additional policies may apply where relevant.
These Terms of Service should be read together with our Privacy Policy, Cookie Policy, and Copyright and Image Licensing Policy, which govern the respective areas described in those documents.
These Terms are effective from the date indicated above and may be updated from time to time. The latest version will always be available on this website.
About This Website
This website is owned and operated by Arkady Yakhnis (“the Photographer”, “we”, “us”, or “our”).
The purpose of this website is to present the Photographer’s portfolio, showcase photographic work, and provide information about the photographs and related services. Visitors may browse the gallery, learn more about the Photographer, and, where available, follow links to independent third-party printing providers to order printed copies of selected photographs.
This website does not process or fulfil print orders. When you choose to order a print, you will be redirected to the website of an independent printing provider. Any purchase you make is governed by the terms, conditions, privacy policy, and other applicable policies of that provider.
If you have questions about this website, the photographs displayed, or any licensing enquiries, you may contact us using the contact details provided on the Contact page.
Permitted Use of the Website
You are welcome to use this website for lawful, personal, and non-commercial purposes. Subject to these Terms, you may:
- Browse and view the content available on the website.
- Learn about the Photographer and the photographic work presented.
- Share links to publicly accessible pages on this website.
- Contact the Photographer with enquiries about photographs, licensing opportunities, collaborations, or other services.
- Follow links to third-party print providers to purchase printed copies of photographs, where such links are available.
You agree to use this website in a respectful manner and in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.
Nothing in these Terms grants you any ownership rights or permission to use the photographs, text, logos, or other content displayed on this website beyond what is necessary for normal browsing. The use of such content is governed by the Copyright and Image Licensing Policy.
Prohibited Use
When using this website, you agree not to:
- Use the website for any unlawful, fraudulent, or harmful purpose.
- Attempt to gain unauthorised access to the website, its servers, or any related systems or networks.
- Interfere with or disrupt the operation, security, or availability of the website.
- Introduce viruses, malware, ransomware, or any other malicious software or code.
- Use automated tools, bots, scripts, crawlers, or similar technologies to access, monitor, copy, or collect information from the website without prior written permission.
- Attempt to bypass, disable, or interfere with any security or technical measures implemented on the website.
- Misrepresent your identity or falsely claim to represent another individual or organisation when communicating through the website.
- Use the website in any way that could damage its functionality, performance, or reputation.
- Encourage or assist others to engage in any of the prohibited activities described abov
If we believe that these Terms have been violated, we reserve the right to take appropriate action, including restricting or blocking access to the website where reasonably necessary to protect its security, integrity, or lawful operation.
Third-Party Services and Print Providers
This website may include links, buttons, or other features that direct you to external websites operated by independent third-party printing providers.
These third-party providers are separate businesses and are not owned, operated, or controlled by the Photographer. If you choose to order printed copies of photographs through such a provider, your purchase will be made directly with that provider and will be subject to their own terms of service, privacy policy, payment conditions, delivery terms, and return or refund policies.
The Photographer does not process payments, handle orders, arrange delivery, or provide customer support for purchases made through third-party printing providers. Any questions, complaints, claims, or requests relating to an order, payment, delivery, print quality, returns, or refunds should be directed to the relevant printing provider.
While the Photographer may select and recommend printing providers based on quality, reliability, or suitability, the Photographer does not guarantee the availability, accuracy, performance, or quality of services provided by third parties.
The use of any third-party printing service is entirely at your own discretion and is subject to the terms and conditions of that provider.
External Links
This website may contain links to websites, services, or resources operated by third parties, including printing providers and other external platforms.
These links are provided for your convenience and informational purposes only. The inclusion of any external link does not constitute an endorsement, recommendation, or guarantee by the Photographer regarding the content, services, products, or reliability of the linked website.
The Photographer has no control over and assumes no responsibility for the availability, accuracy, security, content, privacy practices, or terms of use of third-party websites. Your use of any external website is subject to the terms, conditions, and policies of that third party.
We recommend reviewing the relevant terms and policies of any external website before using its services or providing any personal information.
Website Availability
We aim to keep this website available, functional, and accessible at all times. However, we cannot guarantee that the website will always be available without interruption, delay, or technical issues.
The website may occasionally be unavailable due to maintenance, updates, technical problems, hosting issues, security measures, or circumstances beyond our reasonable control.
We reserve the right to modify, update, suspend, or discontinue any part of the website, including its content, features, galleries, or links to third-party services, at any time without prior notice.
We are not responsible for any inconvenience, loss, or damage resulting from temporary unavailability, changes to the website, or the removal of any content or functionality.
Disclaimer
The information and content provided on this website are intended for general informational and portfolio purposes only. While we make reasonable efforts to ensure that the information presented is accurate and up to date, we do not guarantee that all content will always be complete, accurate, current, or free from errors.
Photographs displayed on this website are presented for viewing purposes. Due to differences in screens, devices, display settings, and other technical factors, the colours, contrast, brightness, and appearance of images shown online may differ from printed versions.
We do not guarantee that the website, its content, or any linked services will meet your specific expectations or requirements.
To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, the website and its content are provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis, without warranties or representations of any kind, whether express or implied.
Limitation of Liability
To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, the Photographer shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or special loss or damage arising from or related to:
- Your access to, use of, or inability to use this website.
- Temporary interruptions, errors, delays, or technical issues affecting the website.
- Reliance on information provided on the website.
- The content, availability, performance, or services of third-party websites or providers linked from this website.
- Any issues arising from transactions, purchases, delivery, returns, refunds, or services provided by third-party printing providers.
Nothing in these Terms excludes or limits liability where such exclusion or limitation is not permitted under applicable law, including liability arising from mandatory consumer protection rights or other legal obligations that cannot be excluded.
Where applicable law provides for certain rights or remedies, those rights remain unaffected by these Terms.
Indemnification
You agree to use this website in accordance with these Terms and all applicable laws.
You agree to be responsible for any claims, losses, damages, liabilities, costs, or expenses, including reasonable legal fees, arising from your violation of these Terms, misuse of the website, or infringement of the rights of any third party.
The Photographer reserves the right to assume the exclusive defence and control of any matter for which you are required to provide indemnification, and you agree to cooperate with any reasonable requests relating to such defence.
Changes to These Terms
We may update or modify these Terms from time to time to reflect changes in our website, services, legal requirements, or business practices.
When changes are made, the updated version of these Terms will be published on this website together with the revised effective date. We encourage you to review these Terms periodically to stay informed about any changes.
Your continued use of the website after updated Terms have been published constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms.
If a significant change affects your rights or obligations in a material way, we may provide additional notice where required by applicable law.
Governing Law and Jurisdiction
These Terms shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of Estonia, without regard to its conflict of law principles.
Any disputes, claims, or disagreements arising out of or relating to these Terms, the use of this website, or the relationship between you and the Photographer shall be subject to the jurisdiction of the competent courts of Estonia, unless mandatory applicable law provides otherwise.
If you are a consumer residing in another jurisdiction, you may also benefit from mandatory consumer protection rights and legal remedies available under the laws applicable to your place of residence.
Contact Information
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding these Terms of Service or the use of this website, please contact us using the information below:
Photographer’s Name: Arkady Yakhnis
Email: info@arkadyfolio.com
Website: https://arkadyfolio.com
Address: Tallinn, Estonia
We will make reasonable efforts to respond to enquiries within an appropriate timeframe.