Terms of Service
Last updated: May 16, 2026
These Terms of Service govern your use of Balance & Thrive and its services. By accessing and using our website, you agree to be bound by these terms. We are committed to providing educational materials on work-life balance strategies in Hong Kong, including guidance on setting boundaries, managing long work hours, flexible scheduling, and maintaining personal well-being within the SAR lifestyle.
Acceptance of Terms
By using our website and accessing our content, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree with any part of these terms, you must discontinue use of our services immediately. We reserve the right to modify these terms at any time without prior notice. Your continued use of our website following any changes constitutes your acceptance of the new terms. We encourage you to review these terms regularly to ensure you remain informed of any updates. If you have questions about our terms, we recommend reviewing this document in full before proceeding with our services.
User Obligations
As a user of our platform, you agree to use our content and services only for lawful purposes and in a manner that does not violate the rights of others or restrict their use and enjoyment. You agree not to reproduce, duplicate, copy, or sell any portion of our content without explicit permission. Users must respect intellectual property rights and refrain from attempting to gain unauthorized access to our systems. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of any account information and for all activities that occur under your account. We expect users to engage respectfully with our community and educational materials. Any violation of these obligations may result in immediate termination of access to our services and potential legal action.
Intellectual Property Rights
All content provided on our website, including educational materials on work-life balance strategies, articles, guides, images, and interactive resources, is the intellectual property of our organization or our content providers. The materials are protected by international copyright and trademark laws. You may view and print content for personal, non-commercial use only. You may not modify, reproduce, distribute, transmit, display, or perform any content without our prior written consent. We grant you a limited license to access our materials for educational purposes only. This license does not transfer ownership of our intellectual property to you. Any unauthorized use of our content may result in legal action and damages.
Limitation of Liability
Our website and educational materials are provided on an “as-is” and “as-available” basis. We make no warranties, expressed or implied, regarding the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of our content. To the fullest extent permitted by law, we disclaim all liability for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of our website or reliance on our materials. We are not responsible for any errors, omissions, or interruptions in our services. While we strive to provide accurate information on work-life balance strategies in Hong Kong, users should consult professional advisors for personal situations. We do not warrant that our services will meet your specific needs or that access will be uninterrupted. Your use of our website is at your own risk.
Termination
We reserve the right to terminate or suspend your access to our website and services at any time, with or without cause, and without prior notice or liability. Grounds for termination include violation of these Terms of Service, misuse of our content, or any activity we deem harmful to our platform or community. Upon termination, your right to use our services will immediately cease. You must comply with all outstanding obligations upon termination. We may delete any content or accounts associated with terminated access. Termination does not relieve you of any obligations incurred prior to termination. Users who wish to cease using our services may do so at any time by discontinuing access to our website. We encourage users to review these terms regularly and maintain compliance with all requirements.
These Terms of Service apply to all users of our platform and all content accessible through our website. We may update these terms at any time to reflect changes in our services, legal requirements, or operational practices. Your continued use of our services following any updates constitutes acceptance of the revised terms.