Terms of Use

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using C10MT (the "Site"), you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Use. If you do not agree to these Terms, you must immediately stop using the Site. Continued use of the Site constitutes a binding agreement between you and C10MT LLC.

Scope: These Terms govern your access to and use of all content, features, services, forums, forms, and tools made available on the Site. They apply to all visitors, users, contributors, and registered members.

Related Policies: These Terms operate together with our Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy, which are incorporated herein by reference. You should review those policies to understand how we collect, use, and share personal data.

Eligibility: You must be of legal age in your jurisdiction to form a binding contract (at least 13 years old or the age of majority where applicable). If you are using the Site on behalf of an organization, you represent and warrant that you have the authority to bind that organization to these Terms.

Accounts and Credentials: If you register for an account or submit content (e.g., technical inquiries, comments), you are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your credentials and for all activity that occurs under your account. You agree to provide accurate and up-to-date information and to notify us promptly of any unauthorized use.

Permitted Use and Prohibited Conduct: You may use the Site only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. Prohibited conduct includes, but is not limited to: (a) violating applicable laws or third-party rights; (b) uploading malware, spam, or unsolicited advertising; (c) scraping or harvesting data without authorization; (d) attempting to interfere with Site security or operations; and (e) impersonating others. We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts that engage in prohibited conduct.

Content and Intellectual Property: All Site content, including text, images, logos, and code, is owned or licensed by C10MT and protected by intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or create derivative works from Site content except as expressly permitted. If you submit user-generated content, you grant C10MT a worldwide, royalty-free, non-exclusive license to use, reproduce, and display that content in connection with the Site.

Modifications to the Terms: We may update these Terms from time to time. Material changes will be communicated via a prominent notice on the Site or, where applicable, by email to registered users. Each version will include an Effective Date at the top. Continued use after the Effective Date constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.

Termination: We may suspend or terminate your access for violations of these Terms, security concerns, legal obligations, or operational reasons. Termination does not relieve you of obligations that survive termination (e.g., indemnification, intellectual property, limitation of liability).

Indemnification: To the fullest extent permitted by law, you agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless C10MT, its affiliates, officers, employees, and agents from any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) arising out of your breach of these Terms or your use of the Site.

Limitation of Liability: TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, C10MT SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, OR FOR LOSS OF PROFITS, REVENUE, DATA, OR BUSINESS INTERRUPTION, ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH YOUR USE OF THE SITE. OUR AGGREGATE LIABILITY FOR DIRECT DAMAGES SHALL BE LIMITED TO THE AMOUNT YOU PAID US IN THE PRIOR TWELVE (12) MONTHS, OR ONE HUNDRED DOLLARS (USD $100) IF YOU PAID NOTHING, EXCEPT WHERE PROHIBITED BY LAW.

Governing Law and Dispute Resolution: These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Texas, USA, except where mandatory local law provides otherwise. To the extent permitted by applicable law, disputes will be resolved through binding arbitration in Dallas, Texas, under rules agreed by the parties. If arbitration is not enforceable in your jurisdiction, you may bring claims in the competent courts of your residence or where required by law. Nothing in these Terms limits your rights under consumer protection laws or data protection laws (e.g., GDPR, CCPA/CPRA, LGPD, PIPEDA).

Severability and Entire Agreement: If any provision of these Terms is found invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in full force. These Terms, together with the Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and C10MT regarding the Site.

Contact: For questions, concerns, or notices regarding these Terms, please contact us at [email protected].

2. Intellectual Property Rights

All original materials on this Site — including but not limited to text, custom diagrams, illustrations, 3D restoration simulations, photographs, videos, site design, source code, and editorial content — are the exclusive property of C10MT or our licensors and are protected by United States and international copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. Our mission, described on the About Us page, is to maintain an authoritative technical archive for the community.

Permitted Use: Subject to these Terms, C10MT grants you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to access and view the Site and to download or print a single copy of content solely for your personal, non-commercial use. Any other use — including reproduction, distribution, public display, modification, creation of derivative works, commercial exploitation, or republication — is strictly prohibited unless you obtain our prior written permission.

User-Generated Content: If you submit content to the Site (for example, technical inquiries, comments, forum posts, or images), you represent and warrant that you own or are authorized to submit that content and that it does not violate any third-party rights. By submitting content you grant C10MT a worldwide, royalty-free, transferable, sublicensable, non-exclusive license to use, reproduce, modify, publish, translate, distribute, and display that content in connection with the Site and our services. You also grant other users the right to view and interact with your submitted content. You may request removal of your content by contacting us, subject to any legal retention obligations.

Trademarks and Logos: All trademarks, service marks, and logos displayed on the Site are the property of their respective owners. Nothing on the Site should be construed as granting any license or right to use any trademark without the prior written permission of the trademark owner.

Third-Party Content and Licenses: Certain content on the Site may be provided by third parties or subject to separate licenses (for example, open-source components or partner content). Such content remains subject to the terms specified by its owner; where applicable, we will identify third-party licensing terms or attribution requirements alongside the content.

DMCA and Copyright Infringement: C10MT respects the intellectual property rights of others. If you believe that your copyrighted work has been copied and posted on the Site in a way that constitutes copyright infringement, please provide a written notice containing the following information: (a) a physical or electronic signature of the copyright owner or authorized agent; (b) identification of the copyrighted work claimed to have been infringed; (c) identification of the material that is claimed to be infringing and where it is located on the Site; (d) your contact information (address, telephone number, and email); (e) a statement that you have a good-faith belief that use of the material is not authorized by the copyright owner; and (f) a statement, under penalty of perjury, that the information in the notice is accurate and that you are the copyright owner or authorized to act on the owner's behalf. Send DMCA notices to our designated agent at [email protected]. We will respond to valid notices in accordance with applicable law and our repeat infringer policy.

Repeat Infringer Policy: We reserve the right to terminate, in appropriate circumstances and at our sole discretion, accounts of users who are repeat infringers.

Requests for Permission: For permission to use, reproduce, or license Site content for commercial or public purposes, please contact us at [email protected] with full details of the requested use.

Attribution and Fair Use: Where limited quoting or excerpting of Site content is permitted under applicable law (for example, fair use), you must provide clear attribution to C10MT and a link back to the original content. Any use that exceeds fair use or the scope of the license granted above requires prior written permission.

Reservation of Rights: All rights not expressly granted herein are reserved. We may enforce our intellectual property rights to the fullest extent permitted by law.

Note: This section is intended to provide clear guidance and protection for both C10MT and our users. For specific legal advice about intellectual property matters in your jurisdiction, please consult a qualified attorney.

3. User Conduct and Restrictions

Subject to these Terms, C10MT grants you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to access and use the Site and its content for your personal, non-commercial use only. Any use beyond this scope requires our prior written permission.

Acceptable Use: You may view, read, and interact with content, submit technical inquiries, and participate in community features in a manner consistent with these Terms and all applicable laws. When submitting content or interacting with other users, you must act honestly, respectfully, and in good faith.

Prohibited Conduct: You agree not to, and will not assist or enable others to, do any of the following:

• Use automated means (including bots, spiders, scrapers, crawlers, or other data‑mining tools) to access, extract, copy, index, or harvest data from the Site without our express written permission.
• Interfere with, disrupt, or attempt to gain unauthorized access to the Site, servers, networks, or other users’ accounts, including by circumventing security controls (e.g., rate limits, CAPTCHAs, authentication).
• Upload, post, transmit, or otherwise make available any content that is unlawful, defamatory, obscene, pornographic, abusive, harassing, hateful, threatening, invasive of privacy, or otherwise objectionable.
• Impersonate any person or entity, misrepresent your affiliation with any person or entity, or forge headers or other identifiers to disguise the origin of any content.
• Use the Site to send unsolicited commercial communications, spam, chain letters, pyramid schemes, or other forms of mass solicitation.
• Remove, obscure, or alter any copyright, trademark, or other proprietary notices on the Site or on content obtained from the Site.
• Reverse engineer, decompile, disassemble, or attempt to derive source code or underlying algorithms from any part of the Site, except to the extent permitted by applicable law.
• Collect or attempt to collect personal data about other users without their express consent or in violation of applicable data protection laws.
• Use the Site in a manner that violates export control, economic sanctions, or anti‑terrorism laws and regulations.

Rate Limits and API Use: If we provide programmatic access (APIs or feeds), you must comply with any published rate limits, authentication requirements, and usage policies. Unauthorized or excessive requests that degrade service may result in temporary or permanent suspension of access.

Enforcement and Consequences: We reserve the right to investigate and take appropriate action against any user who violates these Terms, including but not limited to: removing or disabling access to offending content, suspending or terminating accounts, blocking IP addresses, and pursuing civil or criminal remedies. We may preserve and disclose any information we reasonably believe is necessary to comply with legal process, enforce these Terms, protect the rights or safety of C10MT or others, or detect, prevent, or otherwise address fraud or security issues.

Reporting Abuse: If you become aware of prohibited conduct or content on the Site, please report it promptly to [email protected] with relevant details (URLs, screenshots, timestamps). We will review reports in accordance with our policies and applicable law.

User-Generated Content and Responsibility: You are solely responsible for the content you submit. By submitting content you represent and warrant that it does not infringe third‑party rights, violate any law, or contain malicious code. We do not endorse user submissions and may remove or restrict access to user content at our discretion.

Safety and Minors: The Site is not directed to children under the age required by applicable law to consent to data processing (typically 13 or higher). If you are under that age, do not provide personal information or create an account. If we become aware that we have collected personal data from a minor in violation of applicable law, we will take steps to delete such data in accordance with our Privacy Policy.

Sanctions and Export Controls: You must not use the Site in violation of applicable trade sanctions or export control laws. We may restrict access from jurisdictions or users where compliance would be impracticable or unlawful.

Appeals: If your account or access is suspended or terminated and you believe this action was taken in error, you may contact us at [email protected] to request review. We will evaluate appeals in good faith but reserve final discretion.

Survival: The obligations and restrictions in this section survive termination of your access to the Site to the extent necessary to protect C10MT and third parties.

5. Disclaimer of Liability

General Warning: The technical information, procedures, diagrams, and other materials provided on C10MT are offered for informational and educational purposes only. Automotive restoration and repair involve inherent risks, including serious personal injury, death, property damage, and environmental harm. Use of any guidance, instructions, or examples on this Site is voluntary and at your own risk.

No Professional Relationship: Nothing on this Site creates a professional-client relationship between you and C10MT, its contributors, or its partners. The content is not a substitute for professional advice from a qualified mechanic, engineer, or other licensed professional. For critical, structural, electrical, or safety-related work, consult a certified professional before proceeding.

No Warranties: ALL CONTENT ON THIS SITE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, WHETHER EXPRESS, IMPLIED, STATUTORY, OR OTHERWISE, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ACCURACY, OR NON-INFRINGEMENT. C10MT DOES NOT WARRANT THAT CONTENT IS COMPLETE, CURRENT, ERROR-FREE, OR SUITABLE FOR YOUR SPECIFIC VEHICLE OR USE CASE.

Assumption of Risk: You assume full responsibility for any work you perform based on Site content. Always use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), follow manufacturer instructions for tools, parts, and chemicals, and comply with local laws and safety standards. If you are unsure about any procedure, stop and seek professional assistance.

Third-Party Content and Links: The Site may contain links to third-party websites, tools, parts suppliers, or embedded content. Such links are provided for convenience only and do not constitute endorsement, sponsorship, or recommendation. C10MT is not responsible for the accuracy, safety, or legality of third-party content or products, nor for any transactions you enter into with third parties.

Affiliate and Sponsored Content: Some links or content may be affiliate or sponsored. Affiliate relationships do not affect our editorial independence, but may result in compensation to C10MT if you purchase through those links. We disclose material relationships where required by law.

Limitation of Liability: TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, C10MT, ITS AFFILIATES, CONTRIBUTORS, AND SUPPLIERS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, EXEMPLARY, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, INCLUDING LOSS OF PROFITS, LOSS OF DATA, LOSS OF USE, OR BUSINESS INTERRUPTION, ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH YOUR USE OF THE SITE, RELIANCE ON SITE CONTENT, OR YOUR INABILITY TO USE THE SITE, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. WHERE LOCAL LAW REQUIRES A DIFFERENT LIMITATION, THAT LAW WILL GOVERN.

Statutory Rights: Nothing in this Disclaimer is intended to exclude or limit any rights you may have under mandatory local consumer protection laws (for example, certain rights under GDPR, CCPA/CPRA, LGPD, PIPEDA, or other jurisdictional statutes). If any provision of this Disclaimer is unenforceable under applicable law, it will be modified to the minimum extent necessary and the remaining provisions will remain in effect.

Emergency Situations: If you encounter a situation that poses immediate danger to life, health, or property, stop work immediately and contact local emergency services or a qualified professional. Do not rely on Site content in emergency scenarios.

Corrections and Reporting: If you identify an error, safety concern, or outdated procedure on the Site, please notify us at [email protected] with details (URL, description, and any supporting evidence). We will review and, where appropriate, correct or remove the content.

Updates: We may revise or remove content at any time for safety, legal, or editorial reasons. Always check the publication or revision date on articles and follow the most current guidance.

6. Third-Party Links and Advertising

Our Site may contain links, widgets, embedded content, advertisements, and product listings that lead to third‑party websites or services, including our parts and accessories catalog. These third parties operate independently of C10MT and maintain their own terms, privacy practices, and security measures. We do not control, endorse, or guarantee the accuracy, safety, or legality of content, products, or services offered by external sites.

Advertising and Sponsored Content: The Site displays advertising and sponsored content from third‑party ad networks and partners. Some ads are personalized using anonymized identifiers and cookies; others are contextual. We may receive compensation, referral fees, or commissions for purchases made through affiliate links. Such commercial relationships do not affect our editorial independence, and we disclose material relationships where required by law.

Tracking and Cookies: Third parties that provide ads, analytics, or social integrations may set cookies or use similar technologies when you visit our Site. These technologies may collect information about your browsing activity across sites. For details on the types of cookies used and how to manage them, please see our Cookie Policy and the privacy policies linked on the relevant ad or partner pages. You may opt out of personalized advertising via industry opt‑out tools such as Google Ad Settings or AboutAds.

Transactions and Purchases: Any transaction you enter into with a third party (for example, purchasing parts or services) is solely between you and that third party. C10MT is not a party to such transactions and is not responsible for the performance, delivery, quality, or legality of third‑party goods or services. We recommend reviewing the seller’s terms, return policy, and privacy policy before completing a purchase.

Security and Malware Risk: While we strive to link only to reputable partners, we cannot guarantee that external sites are free from malware, phishing, or other security risks. Clicking external links is at your own risk. Use up‑to‑date security software and exercise caution when providing personal or payment information to third parties.

Reporting and Feedback: If you encounter misleading, unsafe, or infringing content on an external site linked from C10MT, or if an advertisement appears to violate our standards, please notify us at [email protected] with the URL and a brief description. We will review reports and take appropriate action, which may include removing the link or terminating the partnership.

No Warranty or Endorsement: Except as expressly stated, links and advertisements are provided for convenience only and do not imply endorsement, sponsorship, or recommendation by C10MT. Always verify third‑party credentials and exercise independent judgment before relying on external information or services.

7. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Texas, United States, to the extent such choice of law is permitted by applicable mandatory local rules. Except where mandatory local law provides otherwise, you and C10MT agree that the state and federal courts located in Dallas County, Texas have exclusive jurisdiction to resolve any dispute arising out of or relating to these Terms or your use of the Site, and you submit to the personal jurisdiction of those courts.

Alternative Forums and Mandatory Local Rights: Nothing in this section is intended to limit any rights you may have under mandatory consumer protection, data protection, or other local laws that require a different forum or procedural protections (for example, certain rights under GDPR, CCPA/CPRA, LGPD, PIPEDA, or equivalent statutes). If mandatory local law requires that disputes be heard in your local courts, that law will govern to the extent applicable.

Arbitration and Small Claims: Where permitted by law and unless you opt out as provided below, disputes arising out of or relating to these Terms may be resolved by binding arbitration rather than in court. Arbitration, if applicable, will be conducted on an individual basis and not as a class, collective, or representative action. If arbitration is unavailable or unenforceable in your jurisdiction, you may pursue your claims in the courts described above. If you do not wish to be bound by arbitration, you may opt out by notifying us in writing within 30 days of first accepting these Terms; instructions to opt out are available by contacting [email protected].

Injunctive Relief: Notwithstanding the foregoing, either party may seek injunctive or other equitable relief in a court of competent jurisdiction to prevent actual or threatened infringement, misappropriation, or violation of intellectual property rights or to protect confidential information.

Service of Process and Notices: For any legal notices related to these Terms, you may contact us at [email protected]. Our registered agent and mailing address for formal legal process is available upon request.

Survival: The provisions of this section survive termination of your access to the Site to the extent necessary to enforce rights and obligations arising under these Terms.

8. Changes to Terms

We may update or amend these Terms of Use from time to time to reflect changes in our services, legal requirements, business practices, or security needs. We aim to make any changes clear and easy to find so you can understand how they affect your rights and obligations.

• Types of Changes: We distinguish between material changes (those that significantly affect your rights or the services we provide) and non-material changes (clarifications, minor edits, or administrative updates). Material changes will be highlighted and explained; non-material changes may be applied directly.
• Notification Methods: For material changes we will provide notice by one or more of the following methods: a prominent banner on the Site, an in-app notification, or an email to registered account holders. Non-material changes will be posted on this page with an updated Effective Date.
• Effective Date and Versioning: Each update will include an Effective Date and a version identifier. We maintain an archive of prior versions so you can review historical terms and the dates they applied.
• Consent Renewal: If a change is material and requires renewed consent under applicable law, we will request your explicit acceptance (for example, by prompting you to accept the updated Terms before continuing to use certain features). If you do not accept the updated Terms, you must stop using the Site and may delete your account where applicable.
• No Retroactive Effect: Unless explicitly stated, changes will not be applied retroactively to actions or transactions that occurred prior to the Effective Date, except where necessary to comply with legal obligations.
• Right to Stop Using the Site: If you disagree with any updated Terms, your sole recourse is to discontinue use of the Site and, if applicable, close your account. Continued use after the Effective Date constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.
• Mandatory Local Rights: Nothing in any update will reduce your rights under mandatory local consumer protection or data protection laws. Where local law provides greater protections, those laws will govern.
• Review Frequency: We review these Terms periodically and recommend that you check this page whenever you visit the Site. Registered users will receive notices of material updates as described above.

Questions and Notices: If you have questions about changes to these Terms or wish to receive a copy of a prior version, contact us at [email protected]. Formal legal notices should be sent to the address provided in our Contact information.