Welcome to 4 Billion Dead (“4BD”, “we”, “our”, or “us”). These Terms & Conditions govern your access to and use of our website, our educational content, our climate awareness resources, and all public participation features, including the submission of images, videos, and other user-generated material. By visiting this website and interacting with any of its features, you agree to comply with these Terms.

If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, please discontinue the use of the website immediately.

1. Purpose of Our Platform

4 Billion Dead exists as a global awareness initiative focused on highlighting the rapid rise in global temperatures since the industrial revolution and the resulting environmental, humanitarian, and ecological impacts. Our mission is to educate people, provide data-backed information, share scientific reports and articles, and encourage public participation through visual submissions and storytelling.

The content we publish is meant solely for public awareness, education, and global climate advocacy. We do not offer paid services, medical advice, or commercial programs of any kind.

2. User Participation and Content Submissions

Our platform allows individuals from around the world to participate in the movement by submitting photographs, videos, messages of support, and awareness-related media. When you submit any form of content, you confirm that you are the rightful owner of that content, and that the material does not violate any copyrights, trademarks, or personal rights belonging to others.

By submitting content, you grant us a royalty-free, worldwide, non-exclusive license to publish, modify, distribute, and display your submission on our website, social media platforms, campaign materials, public awareness events, and any future educational initiatives connected to the 4BD movement. This permission helps us strengthen the campaign and reach more people globally.

All submissions are reviewed before publication. We reserve the right to decline, edit, or remove any submission that is offensive, inappropriate, misleading, harmful, or unrelated to the purpose of our campaign.

3. No Payment, Accounts, or Commercial Transactions

4BD does not sell products or services, does not accept payments, and does not operate user accounts or membership systems. All participation, browsing, and interactions on the website are free. You are not required to create an account or log in to use the website or submit content.

4. Ownership of Intellectual Property

All data, graphics, design elements, text, reports, articles, charts, logos, images, and video content published on the 4BD website are protected by copyright laws. These materials belong either to 4 Billion Dead or to organizations and researchers whose work we have been permitted to share.

None of the content on the website may be reproduced, copied, downloaded, republished, or distributed for commercial or personal gain unless permitted in writing by 4BD. You may, however, share our publicly accessible content through social media or educational settings, provided it remains unmodified and properly attributed.

5. Accuracy of Information and Data Sources

We strive to publish information collected from reliable scientific sources, climate research institutions, peer-reviewed studies, and global temperature datasets. While we aim to maintain accuracy and relevance, climate science evolves continuously, and data may change as newer studies emerge.

Therefore, we do not guarantee that every piece of information on the website is always complete, up-to-date, or free from error. The content is provided for educational and awareness purposes only, and should not be interpreted as professional scientific advice or government-certified information.

6. External Resources and Third-Party Links

Our website may contain references or links to external research papers, videos, educational platforms, climate databases, or other climate-related organizations. These external websites operate independently from 4BD, and we do not have control over their content, privacy practices, or policies. Visiting any external link is solely your responsibility, and we recommend reviewing the terms and privacy policies of any third-party site you visit through our platform.

7. Acceptable Use of the Website

You agree to use the website responsibly and in a manner consistent with its purpose. You must not attempt to upload harmful software, disrupt the functioning of the website, impersonate others, spread misinformation, or use the platform in a way that harms the campaign or any other users.

Any behavior that violates these conditions may result in the removal of your content or restrictions on your access to the website.

8. Disclaimer of Warranties

All content provided on the website is made available on an “as is” and “as available” basis. We do not make any warranties—express or implied—regarding the performance, reliability, or accuracy of the website or its content. We do not guarantee uninterrupted access, error-free operation, or absolute security of the website.

Your use of the website is entirely at your own discretion and risk.

9. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, 4 Billion Dead shall not be liable for any damages, losses, errors, or issues arising from:

• The use or inability to use the website
• Incorrect or outdated information
• Technical errors or downtime
• Third-party services or links
• User-generated content or submissions
• Any actions you take based on information from this website

This limitation applies to all forms of damage, whether direct or indirect.

10. Changes to These Terms

We may update or modify these Terms at any time without prior notice. The updated version will always be available on this page. Continued use of the website after changes means you accept the revised Terms.

11. Contact Us

For questions, concerns, or additional information, please contact us: contact@4billiondead.org