Terms and Conditions

Last Updated: March 2026

Welcome to FranciscoMalave.com (the “Website”). These Terms & Conditions (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of this Website, operated by Francisco Malavé (“we,” “us,” or “our”). By accessing or using the Website, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, please discontinue use immediately.

1. Use of the Website

  • You must be at least 18 years old to use this Website.
  • You agree to use the Website only for lawful purposes and in compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including those of the State of Illinois.
  • You may not attempt to interfere with the Website’s functionality, security, or accessibility.


2. Intellectual Property

All content on this Website—including but not limited to text, images, graphics, logos, videos, and design elements—is the exclusive property of Francisco Malavé unless otherwise stated. You may not copy, reproduce, distribute, modify, or create derivative works without prior written permission.

3. User Submissions

If you submit any content (messages, inquiries, files, or other materials), you grant us a non‑exclusive, royalty‑free license to use that content solely for the purpose of responding to your inquiry or providing services. You represent that your submissions do not infringe on any third‑party rights.

4. Privacy

Your use of the Website is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use, and protect your information. By using the Website, you consent to the practices described in the Privacy Policy.

5. Third‑Party Links

The Website may contain links to third‑party websites. These links are provided for convenience only. We do not endorse or control third‑party content and are not responsible for their practices or policies.

6. Disclaimer of Warranties

The Website is provided “as is” and “as available” without warranties of any kind, express or implied. We do not guarantee:
  • uninterrupted or error‑free operation
  • accuracy or completeness of content
  • that the Website is free of viruses or harmful components
To the fullest extent permitted by law, we disclaim all warranties, including implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non‑infringement.

7. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by Illinois and U.S. law, we are not liable for any damages arising from your use of the Website, including but not limited to:
  • direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages
  • loss of data
  • business interruption
  • loss of profits
Your sole remedy for dissatisfaction with the Website is to stop using it.

8. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Francisco Malavé, its affiliates, and service providers from any claims, liabilities, damages, or expenses arising from your use of the Website or violation of these Terms.

9. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Illinois, without regard to conflict‑of‑law principles. Any disputes must be resolved in the state or federal courts located in Cook County, Illinois, and you consent to their jurisdiction.

10. Changes to These Terms

We may update or modify these Terms at any time. Changes become effective upon posting to this page. Your continued use of the Website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

12. Copyright Policy

All content on FranciscoMalave.com — including but not limited to photographs, text, graphics, logos, videos, design elements, and any other creative materials (collectively, the “Content”) — is protected under U.S. and international copyright laws.Unless otherwise stated, all Content is the exclusive property of Francisco Malavé. No rights or licenses are granted to users except as expressly provided in these Terms.

12.1 Prohibited Uses

You may not, without prior written permission from us:
  • Copy, reproduce, or distribute any Content
  • Modify, adapt, or create derivative works
  • Display or publish Content on any other website, platform, or publication
  • Use Content for commercial purposes, advertising, or resale
  • Remove copyright notices or metadata from any images or files
Any unauthorized use may violate federal copyright law (Title 17 of the U.S. Code) and may result in civil or criminal penalties.

12.2 Copyright Infringement Claims (DMCA Notice)

We respect the intellectual property rights of others and comply with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA).If you believe that any Content on this Website infringes your copyright, you may submit a written notice to:info@franciscomalave.comYour notice must include:
  • Identification of the copyrighted work claimed to be infringed
  • Identification of the material that is allegedly infringing, with enough detail for us to locate it
  • Your contact information (name, address, email)
  • A statement that you have a good‑faith belief that the use is not authorized
  • A statement, under penalty of perjury, that the information in your notice is accurate and that you are the copyright owner or authorized to act on their behalf
  • Your physical or electronic signature
We may remove or disable access to the allegedly infringing material while the claim is reviewed.

12.3 Repeat Infringer Policy

In accordance with the DMCA and applicable law, we may terminate access for users who are found to repeatedly infringe intellectual property rights.

13. Contact Information

All notices, questions, or legal communications must be sent to:info@franciscomalave.com
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