Terms of Service

Introduction

Welcome to the New Crescent Society ("NCS", "we", "us", or "our"). These Terms of Service govern your use of our website at newcrescentsociety.org and your membership in our organisation. By accessing our website or becoming a member, you agree to be bound by these terms.

About New Crescent Society

The New Crescent Society is a community organisation dedicated to the accurate observation and verification of lunar sightings for Islamic calendar determination. We bring together observers, scholars, and community members to maintain reliable moon sighting records for the British Muslim community.

Membership

Membership in NCS is open to individuals who share our commitment to accurate moon sighting. By registering as a member:

• You confirm that you are at least 18 years of age or have parental/guardian consent
• You agree to provide accurate and truthful information
• You understand that membership approval is at the discretion of NCS administrators
• You agree to abide by our community guidelines and code of conduct

Moon Sighting Observations

When submitting moon sighting observations, you agree to:

• Report observations honestly and accurately to the best of your ability
• Provide truthful information about location, time, and conditions
• Only submit photographs that you have taken yourself or have permission to use
• Obtain consent from any witnesses before including their information
• Understand that observations are subject to verification by NCS experts and scholars

We reserve the right to reject, edit, or remove any observation that does not meet our verification standards or violates these terms.

Community Code of Conduct

As a member of NCS, you agree to:

• Treat all community members with respect and courtesy
• Engage in constructive and scholarly discourse
• Respect differences in religious interpretation and practice
• Not submit false or misleading observations
• Not attempt to manipulate or abuse the verification system
• Not use the platform for any unlawful purpose

Intellectual Property

The content on our website, including text, graphics, logos, and software, is the property of New Crescent Society or its content suppliers and is protected by copyright laws.

By submitting observations and photographs, you grant NCS a non-exclusive, royalty-free licence to use, display, and distribute this content for the purposes of moon sighting verification, calendar determination, and educational activities.

Disclaimers

While we strive for accuracy in all our moon sighting records and calendar information:

• Moon sighting determinations involve both scientific and religious considerations
• Different scholars and communities may reach different conclusions based on the same data
• NCS provides information to assist communities but does not mandate religious practice
• Individual Muslims and communities should consult their own scholars for religious guidance

NCS is not responsible for any decisions made based on our information. The website and services are provided "as is" without warranties of any kind.

Account Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your membership if you violate these terms or engage in conduct that we determine to be harmful to the community. You may also request to close your account at any time by contacting us at info@newcrescentsociety.org

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, New Crescent Society shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising out of or relating to your use of our website or services.

Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms of Service from time to time. We will notify members of any material changes via email. Your continued use of our services after such changes constitutes acceptance of the new terms.

Governing Law

These terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of England and Wales. Any disputes shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.