Welcome to WafcoMills.com ("the Website"), a platform dedicated to fostering community communication and engagement. By accessing or using the Website, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use and Privacy Statement. If you do not agree, please do not use the Website.

Terms of Use

The following terms govern your use of WafcoMills.com. These terms are designed to ensure a safe and respectful environment for all users and to protect the volunteers who maintain this community platform.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using WafcoMills.com, you agree to comply with these Terms of Use and all applicable laws. We may update these terms periodically, and continued use of the Website constitutes acceptance of any changes.

2. Use of the Website

• Permitted Use: You may use the Website for lawful purposes related to community communication, such as sharing information, participating in discussions, or accessing resources provided by WafcoMills.com.

• Prohibited Conduct: You agree not to:

  • Post or share content that is unlawful, defamatory, harassing, or otherwise harmful.

  • Engage in spamming, hacking, or other activities that disrupt the Website.

  • Impersonate others or misrepresent your affiliation with any entity.

  • Violate the intellectual property rights of others.

3. User Content

Any content you submit to WafcoMills.com (e.g., comments, posts, or messages) remains your responsibility. By submitting content, you grant WafcoMills.com a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide license to use, display, and distribute your content solely for the purpose of operating and promoting the Website. You represent that your content does not infringe on the rights of others.

4. Volunteer Contributions

WafcoMills.com is supported by volunteers who provide their time and effort to maintain the platform. Volunteers are not liable for any errors, omissions, or issues arising from the Website's operation. Users agree not to hold volunteers personally responsible for any claims related to the Website.

5. Use of Artificial Intelligence Tools

WafcoMills.com utilizes artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist with website operations and the management of community communications. These tools may be used for tasks such as content moderation, generating responses to inquiries, analyzing user engagement, or improving website functionality. While AI tools are designed to enhance efficiency and user experience, all AI-generated content or actions are reviewed and overseen by human volunteers to ensure accuracy and alignment with our community values. By using the Website, you acknowledge and consent to the use of AI tools in these capacities.

6. Limitation of Liability

WafcoMills.com and its volunteers provide the Website "as is" without warranties of any kind. To the fullest extent permitted by law, WafcoMills.com and its volunteers disclaim liability for any damages, including but not limited to direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages, arising from your use of the Website.

7. Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access to WafcoMills.com at our discretion, particularly if you violate these Terms of Use.

8. Governing Law

These Terms of Use are governed by the laws of the State of North Carolina, United States, without regard to conflict of law principles. Any disputes shall be resolved in the courts of Guilford County, North Carolina.

Privacy Statement

WafcoMills.com is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Statement explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information, including when using AI tools to support Website operations.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

• Personal Information: If you voluntarily provide it, we may collect your name, email address, or other contact details when you register, subscribe to updates, or contact us.

• Non-Personal Information: We may collect data such as your IP address, browser type, device information, and Website usage patterns through cookies or similar technologies, including data processed by AI tools for analytics.

• User-Generated Content: Any content you post or submit, such as comments or messages, may be collected and stored, and may be processed by AI tools for moderation or analysis.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Operate and improve WafcoMills.com, including through AI-assisted content moderation and analytics.

• Facilitate community communication, such as responding to inquiries or moderating discussions, which may involve AI-generated responses reviewed by volunteers.

• Send you updates or newsletters, if you opt in.

• Analyze Website usage to enhance user experience, using AI tools to process usage data.

3. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell or rent your personal information. We may share your information only in the following cases:

• With volunteers or service providers, including AI tool providers, who assist in operating the Website, under strict confidentiality agreements.

• To comply with legal obligations or protect the rights, safety, or property of WafcoMills.com or its users.

• With your consent, such as when you choose to share content publicly on the Website.

4. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies to improve your experience on WafcoMills.com. You can disable cookies through your browser settings, but this may limit Website functionality.

5. Data Security

We implement reasonable measures to protect your information from unauthorized access or disclosure. However, no online platform can guarantee absolute security.

6. Your Rights

You may:

• Request access to or correction of your personal information.

• Opt out of communications by following unsubscribe instructions in emails.

• Contact us to delete your personal information, subject to legal retention requirements.

7. Third-Party Links

WafcoMills.com may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices or content.

8. Children’s Privacy

WafcoMills.com is not intended for users under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

Contact Us

If you have questions about these Terms of Use or Privacy Statement, please contact us at:

Email: WeLoweWafcoMills@gmail.com

Thank you for being part of the WafcoMills.com community!