Terms of Use
Last Updated: June 27, 2025
1. Agreement to Terms
By accessing or using our website or mobile application Athena (collectively referred to as our “Website”), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use and all applicable laws and regulations. If you do not agree with any of these terms, you are prohibited from using or accessing our Website.
2. Use License
2.1 Permission for Use
We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to access and use our Website for personal, non-commercial purposes. This license does not include:
- Modifying or copying the materials
- Using the materials for any commercial purpose
- Attempting to decompile or reverse engineer any software contained on the Website
- Removing any copyright or other proprietary notations from the materials
- Transferring the materials to another person or “mirror” the materials on any other server
2.2 Termination of License
This license shall automatically terminate if you violate any of these restrictions and may be terminated by us at any time. Upon terminating your viewing of these materials or upon the termination of this license, you must destroy any downloaded materials in your possession.
3. Account Registration and Security
3.1 Account Creation
To access certain features of our Website, you may be required to create an account using your email address. You agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information during the registration process and to update such information to keep it accurate, current, and complete.
3.2 Account Security
You are responsible for:
- Maintaining the confidentiality of your account and password
- Restricting access to your computer or device
- Accepting responsibility for all activities that occur under your account
- Notifying us immediately of any unauthorized access to or use of your account
3.3 Personal Information
Any personal information you provide in connection with your use of the Website is governed by our Privacy Policy.
4. User Content
4.1 Content Submission
When you upload, post, or otherwise submit content to our Website, including profile information, photos, or avatars, you grant us a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, adapt, publish, and distribute such content for the purpose of providing and promoting our services.
4.2 Content Restrictions
You agree not to submit content that:
- Is unlawful, harmful, threatening, abusive, harassing, defamatory, vulgar, obscene, or invasive of another’s privacy
- Infringes on any patent, trademark, trade secret, copyright, or other intellectual property rights
- Contains software viruses or any other computer code designed to disrupt, damage, or limit the functioning of any computer software or hardware
- Impersonates any person or entity, or falsely states or otherwise misrepresents your affiliation with a person or entity
- Constitutes unsolicited or unauthorized advertising, promotional materials, “junk mail,” “spam,” or any other form of solicitation
4.3 Content Monitoring
We have the right, but not the obligation, to monitor, edit, or remove any activity or content. We take no responsibility and assume no liability for any content posted by you or any third party.
5. AI-Generated Content
5.1 Nature of AI Services
Our Website may utilize generative artificial intelligence to provide self-service features and responses to user queries.
5.2 Limitations and Disclaimer
You acknowledge and agree that:
- AI-generated content is provided “as is” without any guarantees of accuracy, completeness, or fitness for a particular purpose
- We do not warrant that AI-generated content will be error-free or reliable
- You are solely responsible for evaluating and verifying any information or content provided through our AI services
- You will use your judgment and discretion when relying on AI-generated content
5.3 Prohibited Uses of AI Features
You agree not to use our AI features to:
- Generate, request, or distribute harmful, illegal, or unethical content
- Attempt to manipulate the AI system to bypass our content restrictions
- Scrape or extract large amounts of data from the AI system
- Use the AI system in a way that places an unreasonable load on our infrastructure
6. Affiliate Links and Third-Party Content
6.1 Affiliate Relationships
Our Website may display information about vendors and products, some of which we have affiliate relationships with. When you click on affiliate links or make purchases through them, we may earn a commission.
6.2 Third-Party Links
Our Website may contain links to third-party websites or services that are not owned or controlled by us. We have no control over, and assume no responsibility for, the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party websites or services.
6.3 Use of Third-Party Content
You acknowledge and agree that we are not responsible or liable for any damage or loss caused by or in connection with use of or reliance on any such content, goods, or services available on or through any such websites or services.
7. Disclaimer of Warranties
7.1 Website Provided “As Is”
The materials on our Website are provided on an ‘as is’ basis. We make no warranties, expressed or implied, and hereby disclaim and negate all other warranties including, without limitation, implied warranties or conditions of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement of intellectual property or other violation of rights.
7.2 Accuracy and Reliability
We do not warrant or make any representations concerning the accuracy, likely results, or reliability of the use of the materials on our Website or otherwise relating to such materials or on any websites linked to this Website.
8. Limitations of Liability
In no event shall we or our suppliers be liable for any damages (including, without limitation, damages for loss of data or profit, or due to business interruption) arising out of the use or inability to use the materials on our Website, even if we or an authorized representative has been notified orally or in writing of the possibility of such damage.
9. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless our company, its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, consultants, agents, and representatives from any and all claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, expenses, fees (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) that such parties may incur as a result of or arising from your violation of these Terms of Use or the Privacy Policy.
10. Modifications and Interruptions
10.1 Changes to Website
We reserve the right at any time to modify or discontinue, temporarily or permanently, our Website (or any part thereof) with or without notice. You agree that we shall not be liable to you or to any third party for any modification, suspension, or discontinuance of our Website.
10.2 Outages and Interruptions
We are not responsible for any outages or interruptions of our Website or damages caused by such outages or interruptions.
11. Governing Law
These Terms shall be governed and construed in accordance with the laws applicable in Colorado, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms will not be considered a waiver of those rights.
12. Dispute Resolution
A good faith attempt to resolve any disputes must be made before the escalation of any claim or dispute. Please email us at info@cyber-center.org with a description of your issue, any other pertinent information, and the resolution you seek.
YOU AGREE THAT ALL CLAIMS, WITH THE EXCEPTION OF CLAIMS RELATED TO INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY, WILL BE RESOLVED BY BINDING ARBITRATION ADMINISTERED BY THE AMERICAN ARBITRATION ASSOCIATION. If your claim qualifies under Small Claims Court, you may also bring your claim there. For any claim that is not arbitrated or resolved in Small Claims Court, you agree that it will be resolved exclusively in the state courts located in Colorado Springs, Colorado or the U.S. District Courts in El Paso County, Colorado. You expressly waive a trial by jury.
13. Changes to Terms
We reserve the right, at our sole discretion, to modify or replace these Terms at any time. All revised terms will be published on our Website, so we encourage you to check back periodically for updates. By continuing to access or use our Website after those revisions become effective, you agree to be bound by the revised terms. If you do not agree to the new terms, please stop using our Website.
14. Termination
14.1 Termination by Us
We may terminate or suspend your account and access to our Website immediately, without prior notice or liability, for any reason whatsoever, including without limitation if you breach the Terms.
14.2 Termination by You
You may terminate your account at any time by discontinuing use of our Website and, if applicable, requesting deletion of your account.
14.3 Effect of Termination
Upon termination, your right to use our Website will immediately cease. All provisions of the Terms which by their nature should survive termination shall survive termination, including, without limitation, ownership provisions, warranty disclaimers, indemnity, and limitations of liability.
Contact Information
If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us at: info@cyber-center.org
Beta Test Terms and Agreement – Personal Cyber Advisor
Effective Date: November 18, 2025
Service: Personal Cyber Advisor Beta Test Program
Owner: National Cybersecurity Center (“Company”, “we”, “our”, or “us”)
By registering for and participating in the National Cybersecurity Center Beta Test Program (“Beta Program”) for National Cybersecurity Center Personal Cyber Advisor, you (“Participant”, “you”, or “your”) agree to these Terms and Conditions.
1. Purpose
The National Cybersecurity Center Beta Program provides participants with early access to the National Cybersecurity Center Personal Cyber Advisor for testing and feedback. Participation is voluntary, without compensation unless otherwise stated.
2. Eligibility
Participants must be at least 18 years old and legally able to enter into agreements. The Company may revoke access at any time.
3. Confidentiality
Participants may access confidential information in the National Cybersecurity Center Beta Program. You agree not to disclose, share, or copy any part of the service or related materials without written permission.
4. Feedback
Any feedback, suggestions, or comments provided may be used by the Company without obligation to compensate. All rights to feedback become the exclusive property of the Company.
5. Data and Privacy
Use of the National Cybersecurity Center beta service may involve the collection of usage data and analytics to improve the service. Personal information will be handled in accordance with our Privacy Policy.
6. Acknowledgement of Beta Status
You acknowledge and agree that the National Cybersecurity Center Personal Cyber Advisor provided through this National Cybersecurity Center Beta Program is in development, is not a final product, and may be incomplete, have flaws, or operate unpredictably. The service may experience errors, bugs, or discrepancies, and features or content may change or be removed without notice. By using the National Cybersecurity Center Beta Service, you accept these limitations and understand that the Company makes no guarantee regarding the reliability or accuracy of the service during the Beta period.
7. No Warranties
The National Cybersecurity Center Beta version of the National Cybersecurity Center Personal Cyber Advisor is provided “as is” and “as available,” with all faults and without warranty of any kind, express or implied. The Company disclaims all warranties, including merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement. The Company does not guarantee the service will be error-free, uninterrupted, or that any defects will be corrected.
8. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, the Company, its officers, directors, employees, or affiliates, shall not be liable for any damages including but not limited to loss of data, profits, business, or reputation arising out of or in connection with the use of, inability to use, or reliance upon the National Cybersecurity Center Beta Service, including any flaws, errors, or incomplete features known or unknown at the time of use.
9. Term and Termination
This Agreement remains in effect until the National Cybersecurity Center Beta Program ends or either party terminates participation. You may withdraw at any time; the Company may terminate access without prior notice.
10. Intellectual Property
All rights in the National Cybersecurity Center Personal Cyber Advisor and related materials remain with the Company. Participation does not transfer or grant any rights to you.
11. Governing Law
This Agreement is governed by the laws of Colorado.
12. Entire Agreement
This Agreement supersedes all prior discussions and represents the entire understanding between parties regarding the National Cybersecurity Center Beta Program.
13. Future Changes
We reserve the right, at our sole discretion, to modify or replace these Terms and Conditions at any time. All revised terms will be published in the Personal Cyber Advisor Beta Test Program, so we encourage you to check back periodically for updates. By continuing to access or use the Personal Cyber Advisor Beta Test Program after those revisions become effective, you agree to be bound by the revised terms.
By clicking “I Agree” or participating in the National Cybersecurity Center Beta Test, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and accepted these Terms and Conditions, including the specific risks and limitations associated with the use of pre-release, developmental software.
Beta Test Terms and Agreement – National Cybersecurity Center Alerts
Effective Date: November 18, 2025
Service: National Cybersecurity Center Alerts Beta Test Program
Owner: National Cybersecurity Center (“Company”, “we”, “our”, or “us”)
By registering for and participating in the National Cybersecurity Center Beta Test Program (“Beta Program”) for National Cybersecurity Center Alerts, you (“Participant”, “you”, or “your”) agree to these Terms and Conditions.
1. Purpose
The National Cybersecurity Center Beta Program provides participants with early access to the National Cybersecurity Center Alerts for testing and feedback. Participation is voluntary and without compensation unless otherwise stated.
2. Eligibility
Participants must be at least 18 years old and legally able to enter into agreements. The Company may revoke access at any time.
3. Confidentiality
You may access confidential information as part of the National Cybersecurity Center Beta Program. You agree not to disclose, share, or copy any part of the service or related materials without written permission.
4. Feedback
Any suggestions, comments, or feedback about the National Cybersecurity Center Alerts may be used by the Company without obligation to compensate. All feedback rights become the exclusive property of the Company.
5. Data and Privacy
The National Cybersecurity Center Beta Program may involve collection of usage data and analytics to improve the National Cybersecurity Center Alerts service. Personal information will be handled according to our Privacy Policy.
6. Acknowledgement of Beta Status
You acknowledge and agree that the National Cybersecurity Center Alerts made available through this National Cybersecurity Center Beta Program is under development, is not a final product, and may contain flaws, discrepancies, or incomplete features. The service may experience errors, bugs, or inconsistent notifications, and may change or be discontinued without prior notice. By using the Beta National Cybersecurity Center Alerts, you accept these limitations and understand that the Company makes no guarantee regarding the reliability, timeliness, or accuracy of the service during beta testing.
7. No Warranties
The National Cybersecurity Center Beta version of the National Cybersecurity Center Alerts is provided “as is” and “as available,” with all faults and without warranty of any kind, express or implied. The Company disclaims all warranties, including merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement. The Company does not guarantee error-free, uninterrupted service, or correction of any defects.
8. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, the Company, its officers, directors, employees, or affiliates, will not be liable for any damages including but not limited to loss of business, data, reputation, or missed alerts arising out of use, inability to use, or reliance on the National Cybersecurity Center Alerts, including any known or unknown bugs, flaws, or incomplete features.
9. Term and Termination
This Agreement remains effective until the end of the National Cybersecurity Center Beta Program or either party terminates participation. You may withdraw at any time; the Company may terminate access without prior notice.
10. Intellectual Property
All rights in the National Cybersecurity Center Alerts service and related materials remain with the Company. Participation does not grant or transfer any rights to you.
11. Governing Law
This Agreement is governed by the laws of Colorado.
12. Entire Agreement
This Agreement supersedes all prior discussions and represents the entire understanding regarding the National Cybersecurity Center Beta Program.
13. Future Changes
We reserve the right, at our sole discretion, to modify or replace these Terms and Conditions at any time. All revised terms will be published in the Personal Cyber Advisor Beta Test Program, so we encourage you to check back periodically for updates. By continuing to access or use the Personal Cyber Advisor Beta Test Program after those revisions become effective, you agree to be bound by the revised terms.
By clicking “I Agree” or participating in the National Cybersecurity Center Beta Test, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and accepted these Terms and Conditions, including the specific risks and limitations associated with using pre-release National Cybersecurity Center Alerts software.
