Terms and Conditions
Last Updated: 14/03/25
Welcome to MiST (Microsoft In Simple Terms). By accessing or using this website (“the Site”), you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions (“Terms”). If you do not agree with these Terms, please do not use the Site.
1. About MiST
- MiST is an independent, non-commercial website dedicated to tracking and summarising publicly available Microsoft licensing terms and conditions.
- MiST is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Microsoft Corporation.
- The content on this Site is provided for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute legal, financial, or licensing advice.
2. Use of the Site
By using this Site, you agree that you will:
- Use the information for personal or organisational research purposes only.
- Not misrepresent the content as official Microsoft documentation.
- Not copy, scrape, or distribute content without permission.
- Not attempt to impersonate MiST or create misleading associations with Microsoft.
We reserve the right to restrict or terminate access for users who violate these terms.
3. Disclaimer of Affiliation
- Microsoft®, Windows®, Azure®, and other trademarks mentioned are the property of Microsoft Corporation.
- MiST does not provide licensing consultancy services and does not sell or distribute Microsoft products.
- Any opinions or interpretations expressed on MiST are the author’s own and should not be considered official Microsoft guidance.
4. Accuracy of Information
- MiST strives to ensure accuracy and timeliness but does not guarantee that all information is error-free or up to date.
- Microsoft licensing terms can change frequently; users should verify details directly via official Microsoft channels (https://www.microsoft.com/licensing/terms).
MiST is not liable for any decisions made based on the information provided on this Site.
5. External Links
- This Site may contain links to external websites, including Microsoft’s official documentation.
- MiST is not responsible for the content, availability, or accuracy of third-party sites.
6. Intellectual Property
- The original content, design, and branding of MiST are protected under applicable copyright laws.
- Users may reference MiST content with proper attribution but must not reproduce it for commercial use.
7. Privacy Policy
- MiST does not collect personally identifiable information unless explicitly provided by the user (e.g., contact forms or email subscriptions).
- Cookies may be used for analytics purposes; users can manage cookie preferences through their browser settings.
- For more details, please refer to our [Privacy Policy] (if applicable).
8. Limitation of Liability
- MiST provides information “as is” with no warranties or guarantees.
- We are not liable for any direct, indirect, or consequential damages arising from the use of this Site.
- Users assume full responsibility for interpreting and applying the information found on MiST.
9. Changes to These Terms
We may update these Terms from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with the last updated date at the top.
Your continued use of the Site after changes means you accept the updated Terms.
10. Contact Information
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