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We are committed to safeguarding the privacy of our website visitors; this policy sets out how we will treat your personal information.

What information do we collect?

We may collect, store and use the following kinds of personal information:

• information about your computer and about your visits to and use of this website (including your IP address, geographical location, browser type and version, operating system, referral source, length of visit, page views, website navigation);
• information that you provide to us for the purpose of registering with us;
• any other information that you choose to send to us;

Cookies

A cookie consists of information sent by a web server to a web browser, and stored by the browser. The information is then sent back to the server each time the browser requests a page from the server. This enables the web server to identify and track the web browser.

We use both "session" cookies and "persistent" cookies on the website. We will use the session cookies to: keep track of you whilst you navigate the website. We will use the persistent cookies to: enable our website to recognise you when you visit.

Session cookies will be deleted from your computer when you close your browser. Persistent cookies will remain stored on your computer until deleted, or until they reach a specified expiry date.

Most browsers allow you to reject all cookies, whilst some browsers allow you to reject just third party cookies. For example, in Internet Explorer you can refuse all cookies by clicking "Tools", "Internet Options", "Privacy", and selecting "Block all cookies" using the sliding selector. Blocking all cookies will, however, have a negative impact upon the usability of many websites, including this one.

More detailed information about cookie management with specific web browsers can be found at the browsers' respective websites. Please refer to your browsers support files for this information.

Using your Personal Information

We do not ask you for personal information unless we truly need it. Personal information submitted to us via this website will be used for the purposes specified in this privacy policy or in relevant parts of the website.

We may use your personal information to:

• administer the website;
• improve your browsing experience by personalising the website;
• send you email notifications which you have specifically requested;
• deal with enquiries and complaints made by or about you relating to the website;

All personal information submited to us will never be shared or sold. We do not share your personal information with anyone except to comply with the law, develop the website, or protect our rights.

Where you submit personal information for publication on our website, such as in a Forum, Chatroom or on your "Profile", we will publish and otherwise use that information in accordance with the license you grant to us. Please be aware this information may be accessed by other users, including people that you do not know. We are not responsible for the actions of others. Therefore, you should use care in communicating with other users and only disclose your Personal Information to other users that you know to be trustworthy. You should not assume that your content will be kept private.

Security of your Personal Information

We will take reasonable technical and organisational precautions to prevent the loss, misuse or alteration of your personal information. Of course, data transmission over the internet is inherently insecure, and we cannot guarantee the security of data sent over the internet.

You are responsible for keeping your password and user details confidential. We will not ask you for your password (except when you log in to the website).

Policy Amendments

We may update this privacy policy from time-to-time by posting a new version on our website. You should check this page occasionally to ensure you are happy with any changes.

We may also notify you of changes to our privacy policy by email.

Your continued use of this site after any change in this Privacy Policy will constitute your acceptance of such change.

Third Party Websites

The website contains links to other websites. We are not responsible for the content, privacy policies or practices of third party websites.

(LAST UPDATED: 13TH FEBRUARY 2011)

1: The "USS Pan" is a community of people from all around the world. They come from different cultures, lifestyles and Religions. To ensure everyone has an enjoyable experience at our website, we would like everyone to follow some basic principles.

• Respect Yourself, Respect Others, and take Responsibility, for your own actions.
• Treat others as you would like others to treat you.

2: No discrimination of any kind is allowed. Please respect other member's backgrounds and views. This includes but is not limited to:

• Race
• Gender
• Religion
• Sexuality
• Political views

3: Discussion or suggestion of material of a violent, sexual or illegal content, in any way, shape or form is not permitted anywhere on this site. This includes but is not limited to:

• Handles
• Links
• Profiles
• Taglines
• Avatars
• Chat posts

4: No sharing of Passwords/Clearance codes.

• Never give out your Password/Clearance Code under any circumstances. No member of the USS Pan will EVER ask you for your Password/Clearance Code.
• All actions done under your Password/Clearance code will be considered your own action.
• If you feel the security of your Password/Clearance code has been compromised, please contact the security team.

5: No bad behaviour/poor conduct is permitted within the chatroom. This includes but is not limited to:

• No swearing or using words to cause offense to others or yourself is allowed within the chatroom. Use common sense when chatting in the chatroom, or on the website.
• No armory abuse is allowed. Excessive abuse of the armory will lead to its permanent removal.
• No use of foreign languages is permitted. You are only permitted to use English when chatting within the chatroom.
• Respect the chain of command, junior officers will be expected to obey reasonable requests from senior officers.
• No violent simming within a chatroom without prior consent. The use of armory within a sim can only be authorised by written email from a security member.

6: No threatening, sexual or intimidating behaviour towards fellow users of any kind is permitted. This includes, but is not limited to:

• Posts within the chatroom
• Posts on the website
• Emails, internal or external to the website
• External to the website

Those that are harassing other USS Pan members shall be reported to security. The USS Pan has a zero-tolerance policy towards threatening, sexual or intimidating behaviour. If the offense is occurring offline, we will contact the authorities in the respective country.

7: No flooding within the chatroom is permitted. This includes but is not limited to:

• Similies, no more than 5 used within reason.
• Duplicating post deliberately.

8: No misleading other members is permitted. This includes but is not limited to:

• Impersonating another member, either by using handle, rank title, real name, linked avatars or a combination is permitted.
• Using a rank title within a handle
• Abusing site tools to create a false identity
• Creating a duplicate account

9: Advertising of other sites within the chatroom, where a conflict of interest with the USS Pan may occur, or where the externally linked website is a breach of any of the rules, is not permitted.

10: No unauthorised alteration of this site by any means is permitted. Anyone caught altering the site without authorisation will be dealt with accordingly.

11: No Under 13's allowed on this website, as it is illegal to store any personal information on anyone under the age of 13 on the internet. Anyone in the age range of 13-18, you must get permission from a parent or gaurdian before you register on this website.

The USS Pan recognizes and guarantees the right of free speech to all its chatroom visitors as long as their comments and statements abide by all the Rules stated here. Please note that The USS Pan is not responsible for the content of external sites, linked to or used by our members.

By using the usspan.com, usspanchatnetwork.com web site ("Service"), you are agreeing to be bound by the following terms and conditions ("Terms of Service" or simply "TOS"): This Agreement provides the terms and conditions governing the use of Membership service at usspan.com; (http://www.usspan.com/), usspanchatnetwork.com; (http://www.usspanchatnetwork.com/"), hereafter referred to as the "Site", or "Uss Pan", or "Uss Pan Chat Network", or "Pan Chat Network". Membership on the Site provides registered Members (each a "Member") with a package of content and services. The Uss Pan may, at its discretion, add or delete features. By registering as a Member of our community, you agree to use the Site in a manner consistent with all applicable rules, laws and regulations, and in accordance with the terms and conditions discussed below.

CONTENT; MODIFICATION TO SITE; SUBMISSIONS

1 Content Protected by Intellectual Property Rights. For purposes of these Terms, "Content" means tools, applications, software, text, audio, video, pictures, graphics, music, sound clips, images, likenesses, works of authorship and other material. Any Content available through the Site ("Site Content") is protected by the intellectual property rights of Uss Pan or its licensors.

2 Modifications. We reserve the right to modify or discontinue, and restrict or block access to, the Site without notice to you.

3 Member Ideas. When you submit ideas, suggestions, or proposals (collectively, "Ideas") to the Uss Pan, you represent, warrant, and agree that: (a) your Ideas do not include confidential or proprietary information, you have all necessary rights to submit them to us and that they do not and will not infringe or violate any third party rights of any kind; (b) if we so choose, we may use and disclose your Ideas in any way; and (c) we have no obligation to pay or reimburse you for your Ideas or our use of your Ideas. You also acknowledge that (i) the Uss Pan may have already created, or be in the process of creating, content that may be substantially similar to your Ideas at the time you submit those ideas to us and (ii) elements of your Ideas may not be subject to protection under copyright law.

4 New Features. The Uss Pan may, in the future, offer new services and/or features through the website. Such new features and/or services shall be subject to these Terms of Use. Your continued use of the Service after the introduction of new features and/or services constitutes your acceptance of the Terms of Use.

RULES; CONDUCT

By using this website, the Member agrees to follow and abide by the rules stated. The Uss Pan reserves the right to edit, delete, or move any Postings which break any of the rules stated, and take action against the member which may include, but is not limited to, Demotion, removal of access or termination of account. To comply with the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act, at this time the Uss Pan is only available to users who are at least 13 years old. IF YOU ARE UNDER 13, YOU MAY NOT REGISTER TO USE THE SERVICE OR PROVIDE PERSONAL INFORMATION TO THE USS PAN THROUGH THIS WEB SITE.

REGISTRATION

As part of the registration process, you will be asked to select a username and password and you will be responsible for all activities occurring under your username and for keeping your password secure. Your account is for your personal use only, and you shall not authorize others access your account. By using the Uss Pan website you warrant that the information you provide is truthful and accurate. To comply with the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act, the Uss Pan is only available to users who are at least 13 years old. IF YOU ARE UNDER 13, YOU MAY NOT REGISTER TO USE THE SERVICE OR PROVIDE PERSONAL INFORMATION TO THE USS PAN THROUGH THIS WEB SITE.

PRIVACY

Your privacy is important to us. Please take a moment to read through our Privacy Policy by following the link at the bottom of the page ("Privacy Policy") which will detail how we handle the information you supply and what other information we collect. General for all information submitted to the Uss Pan is that we will never release personal information about a Member without the permission of that Member. We reserve the right to distribute aggregated demographic information provided by Members.

INDEMNITY

A Member agrees to indemnify the Uss Pan and any third-party information provider against any and all claims and expenses, including attorneys' fees, arising from (a) use or misuse of the Service; (b) your access to the Site, use of the Service, your Submissions, violation of the Terms of Use by you; (c) the infringement by you, or any third party using your account, of any intellectual property or other right of any person or entity; or; (d) any libellous or unlawful material contained within Members profiles or postings.

THIRD PARTY SITES

The Service may permit you to link to other websites or resources on the Internet, and other websites or resources may contain links to the Site. These other websites are not under the Uss Pan control, and you acknowledge that the Uss Pan is not responsible or liable for the content, functions, accuracy, legality, appropriateness or any other aspect of such websites or resources. The inclusion of any such link does not imply endorsement by the Uss Pan or any association with its operators. You further acknowledge and agree that the Uss Pan shall not be responsible or liable, directly or indirectly, for any damage or loss caused or alleged to be caused by or in connection with the use of or reliance on any such Content, goods or services available on or through any such website or resource.

TERMINATION

The Uss Pan may terminate Membership at any time, without notice, for conduct that violates this Agreement or other policies or rules set out by the Uss Pan elsewhere on the Site. The Uss Pan may terminate Membership and delete any and all profile, information, communications, posts for online conduct that the Uss Pan believes is harmful to other Members.

NO WARRANTY AND DISCLAIMER

DISCLAIMER. THE USS PAN PROVIDES THE SERVICE, THE CHATROOM, THE ACCOUNT AND ALL OTHER SERVICES STRICTLY ON AN "AS IS" BASIS, PROVIDED AT YOUR OWN RISK, AND HEREBY EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF ANY KIND, WRITTEN OR ORAL, EXPRESS, IMPLIED OR STATUTORY, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF TITLE, NONINFRINGEMENT, MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. THE USS PAN DO NOT WARRANT THAT: (A) ANY CONTENT OR SUBMISSIONS, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, ANY RESULTS, DATA, OR INFORMATION OBTAINED THROUGH THE SERVICE WILL BE ACCURATE, RELIABLE, OR COMPLETE; (B) THE SERVICE WILL BE SECURE OR AVAILABLE AT ANY PARTICULAR TIME OR LOCATION; (C) ANY DEFECTS OR ERRORS WILL BE CORRECTED; (D) THE CONTENT OR SUBMISSIONS ARE FREE OF VIRUSES OR OTHER HARMFUL COMPONENTS; OR (E) THE RESULTS OF USING THE SERVICE, OR OBTAINING PRODUCTS THROUGH THE SERVICE, WILL MEET YOUR REQUIREMENTS. YOUR USE OF THE SERVICE IS SOLELY AT YOUR OWN RISK. THE USS PAN DOES NOT MAKES ANY WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND IN REGARD TO ANY CONTENT, SUBMISSIONS, OPINIONS, ADVICE AND ALL OTHER INFORMATION EXPRESSED OR POSTED BY USERS OF THIS SITE.