Terms of Service

Last Updated: January 31, 2025
Effective Date: January 31, 2025

Welcome to Marc Larouche's interactive portfolio website (the "Site"). By accessing or using this Site, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use the Site.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing, browsing, or using this Site, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy. These Terms apply to all visitors, users, and others who access the Site.

2. Description of Service

This Site is an interactive professional portfolio that includes:

Professional background and experience information
Interactive chatbot for answering questions about qualifications
Job fit compatibility checker tool
Project showcases and technical demonstrations
Contact information and communication methods

3. Use of the Site

3.1 Permitted Use

You may use this Site for:

Reviewing professional qualifications and experience
Evaluating job fit and compatibility
Contacting Marc Larouche for professional opportunities
Learning about cybersecurity and technical topics

3.2 Prohibited Use

You agree NOT to:

Use the Site for any unlawful purpose or in violation of these Terms
Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any portion of the Site
Interfere with or disrupt the Site's functionality or security
Use automated systems (bots, scrapers) without permission
Reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble any Site code
Copy, reproduce, or distribute Site content without permission
Transmit spam, viruses, or malicious code
Impersonate Marc Larouche or misrepresent your relationship with him
Use the chatbot or tools for commercial purposes without authorization

4. Chatbot and Interactive Tools

4.1 Chatbot Functionality

The chatbot provides automated responses based on pattern-matching technology:

Responses are pre-programmed and informational in nature
The chatbot does not provide professional advice
Conversations are not monitored or stored by us
Accuracy of responses is not guaranteed

4.2 Job Fit Checker

The job compatibility analysis tool:

Provides estimated compatibility based on keyword matching
Results are informational and not a guarantee of fit or hiring
Should not be the sole basis for hiring decisions
Job descriptions are processed locally and not stored

            Disclaimer: These tools are provided for informational purposes only. They do not constitute professional advice, and results should be verified through traditional interview and evaluation processes.
        

5. Intellectual Property Rights

5.1 Site Content Ownership

All content on this Site, including but not limited to:

Text, graphics, logos, images, and code
Chatbot responses and algorithms
Job fit checker functionality
Design, layout, and user interface

is owned by Marc Larouche or licensed to him and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

5.2 Limited License

We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to:

Access and view the Site for personal, non-commercial use
Print or download materials for evaluation purposes

This license does not include the right to reproduce, distribute, modify, or create derivative works.

5.3 Trademarks

All trademarks, service marks, and trade names displayed on this Site are the property of their respective owners.

6. User-Provided Content

6.1 Contact Form Submissions

When you submit information through contact forms, you grant us permission to:

Store and process the information
Use it to respond to your inquiry
Contact you regarding professional opportunities

6.2 Job Descriptions

Job descriptions pasted into the compatibility checker:

Are processed locally in your browser
Are not uploaded to or stored on our servers
Remain confidential to you

7. Disclaimers

7.1 "As Is" Basis

This Site is provided on an "AS IS" and "AS AVAILABLE" basis without warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to:

Warranties of merchantability
Fitness for a particular purpose
Non-infringement
Accuracy or completeness of information
Uninterrupted or error-free operation

7.2 No Professional Advice

Content on this Site is for informational purposes only and does not constitute:

Legal advice
Security consulting
Employment advice
Professional recommendations specific to your situation

7.3 Third-Party Links

The Site may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for:

The content, accuracy, or availability of external sites
The privacy practices of third-party sites
Any damages resulting from your use of third-party sites

8. Limitation of Liability

TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW:

Marc Larouche shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages
This includes damages for loss of profits, goodwill, data, or other intangible losses
Some jurisdictions do not allow limitation of liability, so these limitations may not apply to you

9. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Marc Larouche from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, and expenses (including attorneys' fees) arising from:

Your use or misuse of the Site
Your violation of these Terms
Your violation of any rights of another party
Your violation of applicable laws or regulations

10. Privacy

Your use of the Site is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference. Please review the Privacy Policy to understand our data collection and use practices.

11. Modifications to the Site and Terms

11.1 Site Changes

We reserve the right to:

Modify, suspend, or discontinue the Site at any time
Change features or functionality without notice
Limit access to certain users or features

11.2 Terms Updates

We may update these Terms from time to time. Changes will be effective when posted with a new "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of the Site after changes constitutes acceptance of the modified Terms.

12. Termination

We reserve the right to:

Terminate or suspend your access to the Site immediately
Without prior notice or liability
For any reason, including breach of these Terms

Upon termination:

Your right to use the Site immediately ceases
Provisions that should survive termination (e.g., disclaimers, limitations of liability) will remain in effect

13. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of [Your State/Country], without regard to conflict of law principles.

Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of the Site shall be resolved exclusively in the courts of [Your Jurisdiction], and you consent to personal jurisdiction in such courts.

14. Dispute Resolution

14.1 Informal Resolution

Before filing any formal claim, you agree to contact us to attempt to resolve the dispute informally.

14.2 Arbitration (Optional)

If informal resolution fails, disputes may be resolved through binding arbitration rather than in court, except where prohibited by law.

15. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable:

That provision shall be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary
The remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect

16. Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with the Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Marc Larouche regarding the use of this Site and supersede all prior agreements.

17. No Waiver

Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms shall not constitute a waiver of such right or provision.

18. Contact Information

If you have questions about these Terms, please contact:

Marc Larouche
Email: contact@example.com

19. Acknowledgment

BY USING THIS SITE, YOU ACKNOWLEDGE THAT YOU HAVE READ THESE TERMS OF SERVICE AND AGREE TO BE BOUND BY THEM.