Terms and Conditions for the PBT Marketing Library

1. Introductory provisions
   1. PBT Hungary Kft. (hereinafter referred to as PBT) regulates in these General Terms and Conditions (hereinafter referred to as Marketing Library GTC) the conditions related to the access and use of PBT’s online Marketing Library accessible only to registered and approved users (hereinafter referred to as the Library).
   2. The Library is a repository for marketing materials, including product photos, resources, and downloadable content (hereinafter referred to as the Materials), which may be downloaded by registered and users approved by PBT.
   3. The Marketing Library GTC supplements (and does not replace) PBT’s General Terms and Conditions (hereinafter referred to as Business Rules or GTC), Privacy Policy and any separate written agreement you may have with PBT.
   4. In case of conflict between the Marketing Library GTC and Business Rules, the Marketing Library GTC prevails for the Library and the Materials.
   5. In matters not regulated by the Marketing Library GTC, the provisions of the General Terms and Conditions and the Privacy Policy shall apply.
   6. If you have a separate written agreement with PBT regarding marketing cooperation, that agreement prevails to the extent of conflict with the Marketing Library GTC.
   7. By creating an account and affirmatively accepting the Marketing Library GTC by clicking the checkbox, or by accessing or using the Library, you declare that you have read the Marketing Library GTC, accept the contents, and are bound by the Marketing Library GTC.
   8. PBT reserves the right to change the Marketing Library GTC freely, in part or in whole, at any time, however, the changes will not apply retroactively.
   9. PBT may also monitor access to the Library (e.g., authentication and download logs) for security, compliance and service improvement purposes.
2. Registration and Access
   1. Access to the Library is restricted to approved partners of PBT, including but not limited to manufacturers, resellers, distributors, and affiliated fencing clubs (hereinafter referred to as Partners).
   2. To access the Library, you must complete the registration process on the Library’s website. To finalize your registration, you should click on the link sent via e-mail after you have registered.
   3. After confirming your email address, PBT must approve your registration before you can log in. We will send you another email once your registration has been approved.
   4. Access to the Library is subject to PBT’s prior approval at its sole discretion. PBT may approve or reject requests without providing reasons.
   5. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account information and for all activities that occur under your account.
3. Intellectual Property
   1. All Materials and content of the Library are the sole and exclusive intellectual property of PBT and are protected by applicable copyright and trademark laws. No ownership rights are transferred by gaining access to the Library.
4. Access to and use of the Library and Materials
   1. Subject to the Marketing Library GTC and until your access is terminated according to Section 5, PBT grants you limited, revocable, non-assignable, non-exclusive, non-transferable access to download and use the Materials solely for the purpose of promoting, advertising and selling PBT products in your authorized territory or channel.
   2. You must ensure that Materials are used in a manner that maintains PBT’s brand integrity and product accuracy. You must endeavor to use the most current versions of Materials and follow all written guidance issued by PBT regarding brand use, fonts, colours, logo placement, or similar requirements (hereinafter referred to as Brand Guidelines). Brand Guidelines can be found in the PBT Brandbook available in the Library.
   3. It is strictly forbidden to:
      1. modify the Materials without PBT’s prior written consent. Minor size or format adjustments that do not alter the content or meaning are allowed unless PBT instructs otherwise;
      2. use the Materials in any unlawful, misleading, defamatory, obscene, or otherwise inappropriate context;
      3. remove, alter, or obscure PBT logos, trademarks, watermarks, or other legal or proprietary notices;
      4. create composite works that alter or distort product shape, colour, or features, or that could misrepresent product characteristics;
      5. use the Materials to promote non‑PBT products or any competitors products;
      6. resell or redistribute the Materials without PBT’s written consent.
   4. If PBT notifies you of any restriction or takedown, you must cease use and remove the affected Materials from all channels ang storages within 48 hours and confirm completion in writing.
5. Termination of Access
   1. PBT reserves the right to terminate the Partner's access to the Library at any time and for any reason, including, but not limited to:
      1. use of the Materials and Library contrary to that specified in Section 4;
      2. termination of the partnership between the Partner and PBT.
   2. Upon termination of your access to the Library, you must immediately cease all use of the Library and the Materials and promptly delete all copies of the Materials in your possession or control.
   3. Reinstatement of access is at PBT’s discretion and may be subject to additional conditions.
6. Availability and Support
   1. The Library is provided on an “as available” basis. PBT does not guarantee uninterrupted availability. Planned maintenance and outages may occur. Support is available via the contact details in the GTC.
   2. PBT may update the Library or replace the Materials at any time.
7. Miscellaneous and final provisions
   1. You shall indemnify, defend, and hold harmless PBT and its affiliates from and against any claims, damages, and costs arising out of your use of the Materials in breach of the Marketing Library GTC or applicable law.
   2. You shall promptly report to PBT any suspected infringement, misuse, or counterfeit activity related to the Materials or PBT marks that comes to your attention and cooperate reasonably in any enforcement action.
   3. You shall not challenge or assist any third party to challenge the validity or ownership of PBT’s intellectual property. You shall not represent yourself as PBT or as an exclusive or official representative unless expressly authorized in writing.