WEBSITE TERM OF USE 

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Website Terms of Use

Last Updated: 23 April 2026

These Website Terms of Use, together with any documents referred to within them, set out the terms under which you may access and use our website:
www.pinstateacupuncture.co.uk

1. Definitions and Interpretation

In these Terms, the following expressions shall have the following meanings:

“Content”
Means all text, images, audio, video, graphics, scripts, code, software, databases, and any other form of information that appears on or forms part of our Website and/or our social media channels (including but not limited to Instagram: @pinstateacupuncture).

“Data Protection Legislation”
Means all applicable UK data protection and privacy legislation, including but not limited to:

  • UK GDPR

  • Data Protection Act 2018

  • Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations 2003 (as amended)

  • Any other applicable laws relating to the processing of personal data

“Intellectual Property Rights”
Means all rights including but not limited to:

  • Patents, trademarks, service marks, trade names, and domain names

  • Copyrights and database rights

  • Design rights and proprietary know-how

  • Any rights of a similar nature worldwide

  • The right to take legal action for infringement of the above

“We/Us/Our”
Means Pin-State Acupuncture, owned and operated by Kelly Mason, Clinical Acupuncturist.

“You/Your”
Means any user of our Website.

2. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using our Website, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use.

If you do not agree to these Terms, you must not use our Website.

3. Changes to These Terms

We reserve the right to update or amend these Terms at any time without prior notice.

Your continued use of the Website following any changes constitutes your acceptance of those changes.

4. Privacy & Data Protection

4.1 Privacy Notice

Your use of our Website is also governed by our Privacy Notice, available on our Website.

4.2 Use of Personal Data

We process personal data in accordance with Data Protection Legislation. Any data you provide (including via contact forms or bookings) will be handled securely and lawfully.

5. Intellectual Property

5.1 Ownership

All Content on our Website and social media platforms is owned by or licensed to us and is protected under intellectual property laws.

5.2 Restrictions

You may not:

  • Copy, reproduce, or distribute content

  • Sell or commercially exploit content

  • Modify or create derivative works

Without our prior written consent.

5.3 Permitted Use

You may:

  • Access and view content for personal use

  • Print or download pages for non-commercial use

5.4 Attribution

You must always acknowledge us as the owner of our content where applicable.

6. Acceptable Use

6.1 Lawful Use Only

You agree to use our Website only for lawful purposes.

6.2 Security Responsibility

While we take reasonable steps to protect our Website, you are responsible for protecting your own devices and systems from security risks.

6.3 Prohibited Activities

You must not:

  • Use the Website for illegal or harmful purposes

  • Upload or share offensive, abusive, or unlawful material

  • Introduce viruses, malware, or harmful code

  • Attempt unauthorised access to our systems

  • Misrepresent any affiliation with us

  • Use our brand in a misleading or damaging way

6.4 Breach of Terms

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate access to our Website if these Terms are breached.

7. Third-Party Links

Our Website may include links to external websites.

We:

  • Do not control these websites

  • Are not responsible for their content

  • Do not endorse them

You should review their terms and policies before use.

8. Disclaimers

8.1 Website Functionality

We do not guarantee that our Website will:

  • Meet your specific requirements

  • Be uninterrupted or error-free

  • Be compatible with all systems

8.2 Content Accuracy

While we aim to keep information accurate and up to date, we make no guarantees regarding completeness or accuracy.

We are not liable for any reliance placed on Website content.

9. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, we shall not be liable for:

  • Any direct or indirect loss

  • Loss of data, income, or business

  • Loss of reputation or goodwill

  • Any consequential or incidental damages

If you are using this Website in a business capacity, we specifically exclude liability for business-related losses.