Terms and Conditions
1. Introduction
These Terms and Conditions (“Agreement”) govern your use of the website www.berntsentax.co.nz (“Website”) operated by Berntsen Tax & Accounting Limited (“We,” “Us,” “Our”). By accessing or using this Website, you agree to comply with and be bound by this Agreement. If you do not agree to these terms, you must cease using this Website immediately.
We reserve the right to modify these terms at any time, and it is your responsibility to review them regularly. Your continued use of this Website after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated terms.
2. Website Usage
2.1 Permitted Use
- The Website is provided solely for informational purposes regarding the accounting services we offer.
- You may use this Website for lawful purposes only and in a manner that does not infringe upon or violate the rights of others or interfere with the operation of the Website.
2.2 Prohibited Use
- You may not engage in any of the following activities while using the Website:
- Copy, reproduce, distribute, or republish any content from the Website for commercial purposes without express written consent.
- Use any data mining, robots, or similar data gathering and extraction tools.
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our servers, networks, or any related systems or accounts.
- Post, upload, or transmit harmful material including malware, viruses, or other destructive code.
3. Intellectual Property
3.1 Ownership of Content
- All content on this Website, including but not limited to text, images, graphics, logos, icons, videos, software, and any other materials, is owned by Berntsen Tax & Accounting Limited or its licensors and is protected by intellectual property laws, including copyright, trademark, and trade secret laws.
3.2 License to Use Website
- Berntsen Tax & Accounting Limited grants you a non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to access and use the Website for personal and informational purposes only. You may not reproduce, copy, distribute, or create derivative works of the content without prior written approval from Berntsen Tax & Accounting Limited.
4. Disclaimers and Limitation of Liability
4.1 General Disclaimer
- The content on this Website is provided “as is” without any representations or warranties, express or implied. We do not warrant the accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of the information provided on the Website.
4.2 Financial and Accounting Information
- While we strive to ensure that all information provided is accurate, we do not guarantee that the information will be error-free or up-to-date. Berntsen Tax & Accounting Limited assumes no liability for any decisions made based on the information provided on the Website.
- The Website does not provide specific financial, accounting, or investment advice. For professional advice, you should consult a qualified accountant or financial advisor.
4.3 No Liability for Damages
- To the fullest extent permitted by law, Berntsen Tax & Accounting Limited will not be liable for any loss or damage of any kind, including indirect, consequential, special, or incidental damages, arising out of or in connection with the use of the Website, even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages.
5. Privacy and Data Collection
5.1 Collection of Personal Data
- Berntsen Tax & Accounting Limited does not collect any personal information unless explicitly provided by users through contact forms or other means of communication.
- For more information on how we handle your data, please refer to our Privacy Policy.
5.2 Cookies
- We may use cookies to improve the user experience on the Website. By using this Website, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with our cookie policy.
6. Third-Party Links and Content
6.1 External Links
- The Website may contain links to third-party websites. These links are provided for convenience and informational purposes only. Berntsen Tax & Accounting Limited does not endorse, control, or assume responsibility for the content, practices, or privacy policies of these third-party sites.
6.2 Third-Party Content
- If you access or use third-party content, you do so at your own risk. Berntsen Tax & Accounting Limited is not responsible for any loss or damage caused by your reliance on third-party content.
7. Payment Terms
7.1 Payment Structure
- For the services provided through the Website, we offer payment plans as specified on the Website. Any payments for services are due as per the agreed schedule.
7.2 No Refunds
- All payments made for services rendered are non-refundable unless explicitly stated otherwise in the service agreement.
8. Termination of Access
8.1 Termination of Services
- Berntsentax reserves the right to suspend or terminate your access to the Website at any time, without notice, if you violate these Terms and Conditions or engage in behavior that disrupts the functioning of the Website.
8.2 Effect of Termination
- Upon termination, all rights granted to you under this Agreement will cease immediately, and you must promptly cease using the Website and delete any copies of content obtained from the Website.
9. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Berntsen Tax & Accounting Limited, its affiliates, employees, officers, directors, and agents from any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, or expenses (including reasonable legal fees) arising from your use of the Website, violation of these Terms and Conditions, or infringement of any third-party rights.
10. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution
10.1 Governing Law
- These Terms and Conditions will be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of New Zealand, without regard to its conflict of law principles.
10.2 Dispute Resolution
- Any disputes arising out of or in connection with these Terms and Conditions will be resolved through negotiation or, if necessary, through mediation in New Zealand. If mediation fails, the dispute will be settled in the courts of New Zealand.
11. Modifications to the Terms
- Berntsentax reserves the right to modify or amend these Terms and Conditions at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page, and the updated date will be reflected at the top of the page. Your continued use of the Website following any changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms and Conditions.
12. Miscellaneous
12.1 Severability
- If any provision of these Terms and Conditions is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect.
12.2 Entire Agreement
- These Terms and Conditions, along with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Berntsentax regarding your use of the Website.
13. Contact Information
For any questions or concerns regarding these Terms and Conditions, please contact us at: support@berntsentax.co.nz
Date Updated: 24/02/2025