Terms of Use

Last updated: 3 December 2025

1. Introduction

Welcome to chyshkala.com (the "Website"). This Website is operated by Ihor (Harry) Chyshkala, a Full Stack Developer and Technical Consultant based in Manchester, United Kingdom.

By accessing and using this Website, you accept and agree to be bound by these Terms of Use. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use the Website.

2. Use of the Website

You may use this Website for lawful purposes only. You agree not to:

  • Use the Website in any way that violates applicable laws or regulations
  • Attempt to gain unauthorised access to any part of the Website or its systems
  • Introduce viruses, malware, or other harmful code
  • Engage in any activity that disrupts or interferes with the Website
  • Collect or harvest any information from the Website without permission
  • Use automated tools (bots, scrapers) without prior written consent
  • Impersonate any person or entity

3. Intellectual Property

Unless otherwise stated, I own or have the right to use all content on this Website, including but not limited to:

  • Text, articles, and blog posts
  • Images, graphics, and logos
  • Website design and layout
  • Code samples and technical documentation

You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or create derivative works from any content on this Website without my prior written permission, except for:

  • Personal, non-commercial use
  • Sharing links to content with proper attribution
  • Code snippets explicitly marked as open source or freely available

4. Blog Content and Code Samples

The blog posts and code samples on this Website are provided for educational and informational purposes. While I strive to ensure accuracy:

  • Code samples are provided "as is" without warranty
  • You are responsible for testing and validating any code before using it in production
  • Technical information may become outdated as technologies evolve
  • I am not liable for any damages resulting from the use of content on this Website

5. Services

If you engage my professional services (software development, consulting, etc.), separate terms and conditions or a contract will govern our working relationship. These Terms of Use apply only to your use of this Website.

The information provided on this Website about my services is for general information purposes and does not constitute an offer or contract. Specific terms will be agreed upon before commencing any project.

6. Contact Forms and Communications

When you submit information through contact forms on this Website:

  • You warrant that the information you provide is accurate and truthful
  • You agree not to submit spam, promotional content, or malicious data
  • Your submission does not create any contractual obligation until explicitly agreed
  • I reserve the right not to respond to any communication at my discretion

For information on how I handle your personal data, please see my Privacy Policy.

7. Third-Party Links

This Website may contain links to third-party websites. These links are provided for your convenience and do not signify my endorsement of those websites. I have no control over and accept no responsibility for:

  • The content, accuracy, or availability of linked websites
  • The privacy practices of linked websites
  • Any damages or losses resulting from your use of linked websites

8. Disclaimer of Warranties

This Website is provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis. To the fullest extent permitted by law, I disclaim all warranties, express or implied, including but not limited to:

  • Implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose
  • Warranties that the Website will be uninterrupted, secure, or error-free
  • Warranties regarding the accuracy or completeness of content

9. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, I shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, or any loss of profits or revenues, whether incurred directly or indirectly, or any loss of data, use, goodwill, or other intangible losses resulting from:

  • Your use or inability to use the Website
  • Any content obtained from the Website
  • Unauthorised access to or use of my servers
  • Any interruption or cessation of transmission to or from the Website

10. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold me harmless from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, costs, or expenses (including reasonable legal fees) arising from:

  • Your use of the Website
  • Your violation of these Terms of Use
  • Your violation of any rights of another party

11. Modifications to Terms

I reserve the right to modify these Terms of Use at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting on this page. The "Last updated" date will be revised accordingly. Your continued use of the Website after any changes indicates your acceptance of the modified terms.

12. Termination

I reserve the right to terminate or suspend your access to the Website at any time, without notice, for any reason, including but not limited to a breach of these Terms of Use.

13. Governing Law

These Terms of Use shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of England and Wales. Any disputes arising from these terms or your use of the Website shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.

14. Severability

If any provision of these Terms of Use is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision shall be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary, and the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

15. Entire Agreement

These Terms of Use, together with the Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and me regarding your use of this Website.

16. Contact

If you have any questions about these Terms of Use, please contact me:

Ihor Chyshkala

Email: privacy@chyshkala.com

Website: Contact Form