TERMS OF USE
Please read the terms and conditions below which constitute the Terms of Use (“Terms”). Your use of this website is subject to these Terms of Use.
Intended use of the website: The Website, its features, and its content (as defined below) are intended solely for personal and non-commercial use. You may not use or otherwise exploit the Website and/or any Content in connection with any business or commercial enterprise (whether for profit or not).
- Introduction
The website “www.NECCA.gov.gr” (the “Website”), through which you have access to these Terms, has been created, is maintained, and is operated by the Natural Environment and Climate Change Agency (“NECCA” or the “Agency”), which operates under the supervision of the Ministry of Environment and Energy, with its registered office at 207 Mesogeion Avenue, Athens 11525.
These Terms constitute the entire agreement between the user and NECCA regarding the use of the Website. Access to and use of the Website (including simple browsing) constitutes unconditional acceptance of these Terms.
By browsing the Website, you accept and agree to be bound by and comply with these Terms of Use, as well as all other operational rules, policies, and procedures that we may publish from time to time on our Website.
- Modification of the Terms of Use
NECCA reserves the right to modify the Terms of Use and any other rules governing the use of the Website at its sole discretion, providing notice of such modifications through an announcement on the Website’s homepage. The Terms of Use will indicate the date of their latest update.
Continued use of the Website by the user following such notice shall constitute acceptance of those changes. The user is responsible for periodically reviewing the Terms for updates.
- The website
The NECCA Website is an information resource for environmental professionals and anyone interested in environmental matters. Specifically, it provides information related to biodiversity.
In particular, through the Website, the Organization provides:
- Updates on the Organization’s activities and initiatives.
- Information on protected areas.
- Access to institutional and administrative documents.
- Links to external websites for ticket issuance.
- Intellectual Property
The content of the Website (texts, images, videos, logos, etc.) is protected by intellectual property rights and belongs to NECCA. Reproduction, modification, distribution, or any other use is prohibited without the express written permission of the Agency. Please refer to the Intellectual Property Protection Policy.
- Offensive Content
If you believe that any content on this Website infringes your rights, you may contact us at info@necca.gov.gr, providing a detailed description of the content in question and the reasons for your request.
- Disclaimer
The Website is provided “as is” and is subject to modifications by NECCA, without the possibility of alterations or other interventions by the user.
NECCA makes every effort to ensure safe use of the Website and to provide complete and up-to-date information through it. Nevertheless, the user acknowledges and accepts that, due to the technical nature of the internet, NECCA may not always be able to promptly update all content or ensure the security of all subpages and services.
NECCA does not guarantee:
- the uninterrupted availability of the Website,
- the absence of errors or viruses,
- compatibility with any software,
- the correction of any defects.
Use of the Website is at the sole responsibility of the user. NECCA shall not be held liable for any direct or indirect damages related to the use of the Website.
- User Obligations
Users accept and agree to use the Website in accordance with the law.
Indicatively, and without limitation, users agree that in using the Website they will:
- not act in a manner that obstructs or prevents the proper and lawful use of the Website and related websites by other users,
- promptly inform the Agency upon becoming aware of any unlawful or unauthorized use of the Website by third parties,
- not remove any copyright, trademark, or other proprietary rights notices from the Website or from content derived from it,
- not frame or mirror any part of the Website without the express prior written consent of the Agency,
- not create a database by systematically downloading and storing all or part of the Website’s content,
- not use the Website for advertising purposes.
In the event of a violation, NECCA reserves the right to pursue all available legal remedies.
- International Access
Access to the Website is possible from around the world. This, however, does not imply that NECCA offers or intends to offer its services outside of Greece.
NECCA is subject to Greek law. Without prejudice to the provisions of these Terms regarding NECCA’s liability for the Website’s content, NECCA makes no warranties and assumes no responsibility as to whether the Website, its Content, and the services referred to therein are lawful in countries outside of Greece. If a user accesses the Website from a location outside of Greece, they are solely responsible for complying with the applicable local laws.
- Third-Party Websites
Through this Website, users may access third-party websites that are neither operated nor controlled by us. The Agency bears no responsibility for the policies and practices of such third parties. These Terms do not apply to other websites. Therefore, before browsing other websites, please carefully read the terms of use posted on those sites. You may need to adjust your privacy settings accordingly.
If you have accessed this Website via another website, then the Terms of Use, Privacy Policy, and Cookie Policy posted on this Website shall apply.
- Personal Data and Privacy Policy
For information on privacy protection and personal data management, please refer to the Privacy and Personal Data Protection Policy.
- Disclaimer of Website Service Availability
We will make every effort to ensure that the Website and its services are available at all times. However, we cannot guarantee that the Website and its services, or any individual function or feature of the Website, will always be available and/or error-free. The Website and services may be unavailable during periods when we carry out upgrades or necessary maintenance.
- Assignment of Rights and Obligations
NECCA may assign or transfer any of its rights or obligations.
The user may not assign or transfer any of their rights or obligations.
- Severability
If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.
- Breach of Terms
In the event of a breach, users shall be liable to compensate NECCA for any damage suffered. NECCA’s failure to enforce any rights shall not constitute a waiver of such rights.
- Governing Law and Jurisdiction
These Terms are governed by Greek Law. Any disputes arising from them shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the Courts of Athens.
If you are a consumer residing in an EU Member State, you retain any rights granted to you under your national legislation. You also have the right to use the EU’s Online Dispute Resolution (ODR) platform.
- Contact
For any matter relating to the Website, you may contact us via email at: info@necca.gov.gr