Terms of Service

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using the OCP, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. Please read them carefully. If you do not agree, do not use the platform. Continued use after updates signifies acceptance of the revised terms.

2. Description of Service

The OCP is a platform that helps artists and creative professionals discover open calls, residencies, and grants. We provide a centralised hub for browsing and organising opportunities. We do not manage applications, vet opportunities, or guarantee their availability or suitability. All listings are provided by users or third parties and may change at any time.

3. User Accounts

Creating an account is optional. Registered accounts allow you to save opportunities, receive notifications, and manage preferences. If you create an account, you are responsible for:

• Keeping your account credentials confidential
• All activity that occurs under your account
• Providing accurate and up-to-date information
• Updating your account information as needed

4. User Content

You retain ownership of content you submit, such as comments, profiles, or open call information. By submitting content, you grant the OCP a licence to use, display, and distribute it in connection with our services.

You are solely responsible for your content and must ensure it:

• Complies with all applicable laws and regulations
• Does not infringe the rights of third parties
• Is not offensive, harmful, or inappropriate
• Is accurate and not misleading

The OCP reserves the right to remove, edit, or refuse any content at its discretion to ensure compliance, clarity, and community standards. Submission of content does not imply endorsement by the OCP.

5. Prohibited Uses

You may not use the OCP to:

• Violate any applicable laws or regulations
• Transmit harmful or malicious code
• Spam, harass, or abuse other users
• Impersonate others or provide false information
• Interfere with the proper functioning of the platform
• Post misleading or fraudulent open calls or opportunities

6. Intellectual Property

The OCP platform, including its design, functionality, and content (excluding user-generated content), is owned by the OCP and protected under UK intellectual property laws.

7. Disclaimer of Warranties

The OCP is provided as is. We do not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or availability of any content or opportunities. Use of the platform is at your own risk. The OCP does not endorse or verify listings provided by users or third parties.

8. Limitation of Liability

The OCP is not liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from your use of the platform, including any user-submitted content or interactions with third parties. You are solely responsible for any applications or communications with external organisations.

9. Termination

We may suspend or terminate your account at any time for violations of these Terms. You may also terminate your account at any time. Upon termination, you will lose access to saved data, notifications, and preferences.

10. Changes to Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. Significant updates will be communicated via email or visible notifications on the platform. Continued use after updates constitutes acceptance of the new Terms.

11. Age Restriction

The OCP is not intended for use by children under 13 years of age. By using the platform, you confirm that you are 13 or older.

12. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the United Kingdom. Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of the OCP will be subject to the jurisdiction of UK courts.

13. Contact Information

If you have any questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us via our contact page.