Last Updated: March 2026
Welcome to the Plettenberg Bay Arts Association (PAA) website and services. By accessing or using our website, attending our events, or participating in our workshops, you agree to comply with and be bound by the following Terms of Service. Please read these terms carefully.
1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing or using any part of the PAA website, services, or events, you agree to these Terms of Service. If you do not agree with any part of these terms, you must not use our website or services.
2. User Responsibilities
2.1. General Conduct
You agree to use our website and services lawfully and respectfully. Prohibited activities include, but are not limited to:
- Posting or sharing illegal, harmful, or offensive content.
- Harassing, threatening, or defaming others.
- Spamming or disrupting events, workshops, or online forums.
- Violating intellectual property rights (e.g., copying artwork without permission).
2.2. User-Generated Content
If you submit content (e.g., comments, artwork, or feedback), you grant PAA a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, display, and distribute it in connection with our activities. You warrant that you own or have the right to share this content.
3. Intellectual Property
3.1. PAA Content
All content on the PAA website, including text, logos, images, and artwork, is the property of PAA or its licensors and is protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, or modify this content without prior written permission.
3.2. Artist Content
Artwork displayed on our website or at events remains the property of the individual artists. PAA does not claim ownership of artist-submitted work. Any purchases or commissions are governed by separate agreements between the buyer and the artist.
4. Payments, Fees, and Refunds
4.1. Workshop and Event Fees
Fees for workshops, events, and memberships are outlined at the time of registration. Payment is due in full at the time of booking. For refunds, please refer to our Refund Policy.
4.2. Artwork Purchases
All artwork sales are final unless otherwise stated. For custom or commissioned artwork, agreements are made directly between the buyer and the artist.
5. Termination
PAA reserves the right to terminate or suspend your access to our website, events, or services at our discretion, without notice, for any reason, including if you violate these Terms of Service.
6. Disclaimers and Liability
6.1. Website and Services
PAA provides its website and services on an “as is” and “as available” basis. We do not warrant that the website will be error-free, uninterrupted, or free of viruses.
6.2. Limitation of Liability
PAA is not liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from your use of our website, services, or events. This includes damages related to third-party content or links.
7. Privacy Policy
Your use of our website and services is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.
8. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution
These Terms of Service are governed by the laws of South Africa. Any disputes will be resolved in the courts of South Africa.
9. Changes to Terms
PAA reserves the right to update or modify these Terms of Service at any time. Changes will be posted on this page, and your continued use of our website or services constitutes acceptance of the revised terms.
10. Contact Us
For questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us at [email protected].
Plettenberg Bay Arts Association (PAA) reserves the right to amend these terms at any time. Updates will be posted on plettart.co.za.
