Terms of Use

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using the Longevity World Group platform at longevityworld.group (the "Platform"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use ("Terms"). If you do not agree with these Terms, please do not use the Platform.

These Terms apply to all visitors, users, researchers, network members, and contributors who access or use the Platform in any manner. They form a legally binding agreement between you and Longevity World Group.

2. About Longevity World Group

Longevity World Group is an independent, non-commercial scientific infrastructure organisation. Our Platform is a scientific commons — designed to connect, synthesise, and advance knowledge in the field of healthy human lifespan. We do not operate as a longevity clinic, commercial health brand, investment fund, or pharmaceutical company.

Content on the Platform reflects scientific knowledge, research synthesis, and expert perspectives for informational and educational purposes. It is not intended as, and should not be interpreted as, medical, financial, legal, or professional advice of any kind.

3. Use of the Platform

Permitted Use

You may access and use the Platform for lawful, personal, non-commercial, and scientific purposes. You may:

• Read, share, and reference our scientific content with proper attribution.
• Apply to join the Scientific Commons Network.
• Submit enquiries and contact us through official channels.
• Engage with research reports, articles, and knowledge resources for educational use.

Prohibited Use

You may not:

• Use the Platform or its content for commercial purposes without explicit written authorisation.
• Reproduce, republish, or distribute our content in bulk or for commercial gain without permission.
• Impersonate Longevity World Group, our founders, or network members.
• Submit false, misleading, or fraudulent information through our forms or applications.
• Attempt to interfere with, disrupt, or gain unauthorised access to our systems or infrastructure.
• Use automated tools to scrape, harvest, or extract data from the Platform without prior consent.
• Use the Platform to transmit spam, unsolicited communications, or malicious content.
• Engage in any activity that violates applicable local, national, or international law.

4. Scientific Content & Accuracy

Longevity World Group strives to provide accurate, rigorous, and up-to-date scientific content. However:

• The science of longevity is rapidly evolving. Content may not always reflect the most recent research developments.
• Scientific perspectives presented represent the state of evidence at the time of publication and should not be treated as definitive.
• Nothing on the Platform constitutes medical advice. You should always consult qualified healthcare professionals regarding your personal health decisions.
• We do not endorse specific longevity products, supplements, interventions, clinics, or commercial services unless explicitly stated.

5. Intellectual Property

All content on the Platform — including text, graphics, logos, reports, research syntheses, datasets, illustrations, and software — is the intellectual property of Longevity World Group or used under licence, and is protected by applicable copyright, trademark, and intellectual property law.

Our Logo & Brand

The Longevity World Group name, logo, and visual identity are our registered trademarks. You may not use them without prior written permission, except to accurately identify our organisation in factual, non-commercial contexts.

Fair Use & Attribution

You are welcome to cite, quote briefly from, or share our content for scientific, educational, or journalistic purposes, provided you:

• Clearly attribute the content to Longevity World Group with a link to the original.
• Do not alter, misrepresent, or use the content out of context.
• Do not reproduce substantial portions of our reports or knowledge resources without permission.

For permission to reproduce content beyond fair use, use the contact form on our website.

6. User Submissions & Contributions

When you submit content to us — including enquiry messages, research contributions, network applications, or event materials — you grant Longevity World Group a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free licence to use, store, and process that content for the purpose of operating our scientific mission.

You represent and warrant that:

• You have the right to submit the content and grant the above licence.
• Your submission is accurate and not misleading.
• Your submission does not infringe third-party intellectual property rights.
• Your submission does not contain harmful, offensive, or illegal content.

7. Scientific Network Membership

Membership in the Longevity World Group Scientific Commons Network is subject to application, review, and approval at our sole discretion. As a network member, you agree to:

• Uphold the principles of scientific integrity, openness, and rigour.
• Treat all network members with professional respect regardless of geography, institution, or career stage.
• Not use network access or member information for commercial solicitation or spam.
• Protect the confidentiality of any non-public research or discussions shared within the network.
• Promptly inform us of any change to your professional affiliation or contact details.

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate network membership for breach of these conditions or conduct that is incompatible with our scientific mission and values.

8. Third-Party Links & Resources

The Platform may contain links to external websites, research publications, databases, and third-party resources. These links are provided for your convenience and to support scientific discovery. Longevity World Group:

• Does not control or endorse the content of external websites.
• Is not responsible for the accuracy, availability, or practices of third-party sites.
• Recommends you review the privacy policies and terms of any external sites you visit.

9. Disclaimer of Warranties

The Platform and all content are provided "as is" and "as available" without warranties of any kind, express or implied, including but not limited to warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, accuracy, or non-infringement.

We do not warrant that:

• The Platform will be available uninterrupted or error-free at all times.
• Content is complete, current, or free from inaccuracies.
• The Platform is free from viruses or other harmful components.

Your use of the Platform is at your own risk.

10. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, Longevity World Group, its founders, directors, network members, and affiliates shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, consequential, special, or exemplary damages arising from your use of or inability to use the Platform, including but not limited to:

• Loss of data, revenue, business, or scientific opportunity.
• Reliance on content for medical, financial, or professional decisions.
• Unauthorised access to or alteration of your data.
• Conduct of third parties on or through the Platform.

In jurisdictions that do not allow limitation of certain liabilities, our liability is limited to the maximum extent permitted by law.

11. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Longevity World Group and its founders, officers, network members, and affiliates from and against any claims, losses, damages, liabilities, costs, and expenses (including reasonable legal fees) arising from:

• Your use of the Platform in violation of these Terms.
• Your violation of any applicable law or third-party rights.
• Content you submit that infringes intellectual property or privacy rights.

12. Governing Law & Disputes

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws applicable to Longevity World Group's principal place of operations, without regard to conflict of law principles.

Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of the Platform shall first be subject to good-faith negotiation. If unresolved, disputes shall be referred to binding arbitration or the courts of competent jurisdiction in the applicable territory.

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

13. Modifications to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will notify registered network members of material changes by email. The updated Terms will be posted on this page with a revised effective date. Continued use of the Platform after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms.

We encourage you to review this page periodically to stay informed of any updates.

14. Contact

If you have any questions about these Terms, require permissions beyond those stated, or wish to report a concern, please contact us: