Terms of Service

Welcome to howtolaw.co.nz ("Website," "Site," "we," "us," or "our"). By accessing or using this Website, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use this Website.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing, browsing, or using howtolaw.co.nz, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service and our Privacy Policy. These Terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you and howtolaw.co.nz. We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Your continued use of the Website following any changes indicates your acceptance of the modified Terms. We recommend reviewing this page periodically to stay informed of any updates.

2. Website Purpose and Limitations

howtolaw.co.nz is an informational website only. We provide educational content, reviews, and information about international dating platforms and Asian mail order brides as a service to our readers. We are not a marriage agency, matchmaking service, or dating platform. We do not facilitate introductions, arrange meetings, or provide any direct dating services.

Our Website operates as an affiliate marketing platform. We earn commissions when users click on links to third-party dating platforms (including SakuraDate, NaomiDate, MagnoliaDate, AsiaFlame, and ShantiDate) and engage with those services. All content, reviews, and recommendations are provided for informational purposes and should not be considered professional advice.

We make no guarantees regarding romantic connections, relationships, marriages, or any other outcomes from using information on this Website or services accessed through our affiliate links.

3. User Responsibilities and Conduct

As a user of this Website, you agree to:

• Use the Website only for lawful purposes and in compliance with all applicable local, state, national, and international laws and regulations
• Not use the Website to transmit any harmful, offensive, or illegal content
• Not attempt to gain unauthorized access to any portion of the Website, other users' accounts, or computer systems connected to the Website
• Not engage in any activity that disrupts or interferes with the Website's functionality or servers
• Not use automated systems (bots, scrapers, etc.) to access the Website without our express written permission
• Conduct your own due diligence before engaging with any third-party dating platforms we reference or link to
• Verify the legitimacy and safety of any dating services before providing personal information or payment
• Take responsibility for your own safety when engaging in online or international dating

We reserve the right to terminate or restrict your access to the Website for any violation of these Terms.

4. Intellectual Property Rights

All content on howtolaw.co.nz, including text, graphics, logos, images, videos, and software, is the property of howtolaw.co.nz or our content suppliers and is protected by United States and international copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

You may view, download, and print content from the Website for personal, non-commercial use only. You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, create derivative works from, publicly display, or exploit any content from this Website without our express written permission. Unauthorized use of our content may violate copyright, trademark, and other laws and could result in legal action.

All trademarks, service marks, and trade names referenced on this Website are the property of their respective owners. References to third-party dating platforms, brands, or services do not imply endorsement, sponsorship, or affiliation unless explicitly stated.

5. External Links and Affiliate Relationships

This Website contains links to third-party websites and dating platforms, including SakuraDate, NaomiDate, MagnoliaDate, AsiaFlame, and ShantiDate. These links are provided for your convenience and information. We have no control over the content, privacy policies, terms of service, or practices of these third-party sites.

Affiliate Disclosure: We participate in affiliate marketing programs and earn commissions when users click on our affiliate links and engage with partner dating platforms. All external links to dating services include tracking parameters (utm_netw=howtolaw.co.nz) to attribute referrals. This affiliate relationship does not influence the accuracy of our information, but it does create a financial incentive for us to recommend these platforms.

We are not responsible for the actions, content, accuracy, privacy practices, or services provided by third-party websites or dating platforms. Your interactions with these third parties are governed solely by their terms of service and privacy policies. We strongly recommend reading the terms and privacy policies of any website you visit through our links.

No Warranties: We make no representations or warranties regarding the safety, legitimacy, effectiveness, or quality of any third-party dating services we reference or link to. Users engage with these services entirely at their own risk.

6. Disclaimers and Limitation of Liability

DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES: THIS WEBSITE AND ALL CONTENT, INFORMATION, AND SERVICES PROVIDED HEREIN ARE PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, OR NON-INFRINGEMENT.

We make no warranties or representations about the accuracy, completeness, timeliness, or reliability of any content on this Website. Information about international dating, cultural practices, and relationship advice is provided for general informational purposes and may not be accurate, complete, or applicable to your specific situation.

NO GUARANTEE OF RESULTS: We do not guarantee, represent, or warrant that use of this Website or information obtained through our affiliate links will result in romantic connections, relationships, marriages, or any specific outcomes. International dating involves significant risks, and results vary widely based on individual circumstances.

LIMITATION OF LIABILITY: TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, HOWTOLAW.CO.NZ, ITS OWNERS, OPERATORS, EMPLOYEES, AND AFFILIATES SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO YOUR USE OF THIS WEBSITE OR ANY THIRD-PARTY SERVICES ACCESSED THROUGH OUR LINKS, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO DAMAGES FOR LOST PROFITS, LOST DATA, EMOTIONAL DISTRESS, OR RELATIONSHIP FAILURES.

You acknowledge that international dating and relationships involve inherent risks, including but not limited to scams, fraudulent profiles, cultural misunderstandings, visa complications, financial loss, and emotional harm. You assume all risks associated with using information from this Website or engaging with third-party dating services.

IMBRA Compliance Notice: For United States users, please be aware that international marriage brokers are subject to the International Marriage Broker Regulation Act (IMBRA). This Website is not an international marriage broker and does not collect or disseminate personal information to facilitate international marriages. Users are responsible for ensuring their own compliance with IMBRA and all applicable laws when engaging in international dating activities.

7. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless howtolaw.co.nz, its owners, operators, employees, affiliates, and partners from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, or expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of or related to your use of the Website, your violation of these Terms, or your violation of any rights of another party.

8. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms of Service shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the United States and the State of New York, without regard to its conflict of law principles. Any disputes arising out of or related to these Terms or your use of the Website shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the state and federal courts located in New York, and you consent to personal jurisdiction in those courts.

If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect. Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms shall not constitute a waiver of such right or provision.

9. Contact Information

If you have questions, concerns, or disputes regarding these Terms of Service, please contact us:

Email: [email protected]
Website: www.howtolaw.co.nz

For privacy-related inquiries, please refer to our Privacy Policy. For information about our affiliate relationships, see our Affiliate Disclosure.

10. Entire Agreement

These Terms of Service, together with our Privacy Policy, Cookie Policy, and other legal documents referenced herein, constitute the entire agreement between you and howtolaw.co.nz regarding your use of this Website and supersede all prior agreements and understandings, whether written or oral.