Terms of Use
Last Updated: January 31, 2025
Agreement to Terms
Welcome to Tockmarket. By accessing or using our website (tockmarket.com), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use our service.
These Terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you and Tockmarket ("we," "us," or "our"). We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time, and your continued use of the service after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.
Important Disclaimer
Not Financial Advice: Tockmarket provides educational content, market data, and analysis tools for informational purposes only. Nothing on this site constitutes financial, investment, legal, or tax advice. Trading and investing involve substantial risk of loss. You should consult with a licensed financial advisor before making any investment decisions.
No Guarantees: Past performance does not guarantee future results. All trading strategies, indicators, and analysis discussed on Tockmarket are for educational purposes and may not be suitable for your situation.
Use of Service
Eligibility
You must be at least 18 years old (or the age of majority in your jurisdiction) to use Tockmarket. By using our service, you represent and warrant that you meet this age requirement and have the legal capacity to enter into these Terms.
Permitted Use
You may use Tockmarket for lawful purposes only. Permitted uses include:
- Accessing market data, charts, and screeners
- Reading educational content and guides
- Conducting research for personal trading and investment decisions
- Sharing our content with proper attribution
Prohibited Use
You agree not to:
- Use Tockmarket for any illegal or unauthorized purpose
- Violate any laws in your jurisdiction
- Infringe on intellectual property rights
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems or networks
- Interfere with or disrupt the service or servers
- Use automated systems (bots, scrapers) to access the service without permission
- Impersonate any person or entity
- Transmit viruses, malware, or other malicious code
- Collect or harvest information about other users
- Republish or redistribute our content without attribution
Educational Content & Information
No Financial Advice
All content on Tockmarket, including guides, articles, comparisons, and analysis, is provided for educational and informational purposes only. This content is not:
- Financial, investment, or trading advice
- A recommendation to buy, sell, or hold any security
- Personalized to your individual circumstances
- A guarantee of future performance or results
You are solely responsible for your trading and investment decisions. We strongly recommend consulting with licensed financial professionals before making any investment decisions.
Accuracy of Information
While we strive to provide accurate and up-to-date information, we make no representations or warranties about the accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of any content on Tockmarket. Market data, prices, and information may be delayed or contain errors. Always verify information from multiple sources before making trading decisions.
Third-Party Data
Market data, charts, and widgets are provided by third-party services including TradingView. We are not responsible for the accuracy, availability, or reliability of third-party data. Such data is subject to the terms and conditions of the respective providers.
Investment Risks
Trading and investing in financial markets involves substantial risk of loss and is not suitable for all investors. You should carefully consider your financial situation, risk tolerance, and investment objectives before trading.
Risk Factors Include:
- Market Risk: Securities can increase or decrease in value due to market conditions
- Volatility Risk: Rapid price fluctuations can result in significant losses
- Liquidity Risk: Inability to buy or sell securities at desired prices
- Leverage Risk: Using margin or leverage can amplify both gains and losses
- Timing Risk: Buying or selling at unfavorable times
- Strategy Risk: Trading strategies may not perform as expected
- Regulatory Risk: Changes in laws and regulations
Important: You can lose more than your initial investment, especially when using leverage or trading derivatives. Never invest more than you can afford to lose.
Intellectual Property Rights
Our Content
All content on Tockmarket, including text, graphics, logos, images, and software, is the property of Tockmarket or its content providers and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.
License to Use
We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and use Tockmarket for personal, non-commercial purposes, subject to these Terms. You may:
- View and read content on our website
- Share links to our content on social media
- Quote brief excerpts with proper attribution and a link back to the source
Restrictions
You may not:
- Reproduce, distribute, or publicly display our content without permission
- Modify, create derivative works from, or reverse engineer our content or software
- Remove copyright, trademark, or other proprietary notices
- Use our content for commercial purposes without a license
- Frame or mirror our content on other websites
Trademarks
Tockmarket, our logo, and other marks are trademarks of Tockmarket. You may not use our trademarks without prior written permission.
User-Generated Content
If we add features that allow user submissions (comments, forum posts, etc.) in the future, you grant us a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, modify, and distribute any content you submit. You represent that you own or have the right to submit such content and that it does not violate any laws or third-party rights.
Third-Party Links and Services
Tockmarket may contain links to third-party websites, services, or resources, including broker platforms, TradingView, and educational resources. We do not endorse and are not responsible for:
- The content, products, or services of third-party sites
- The accuracy or reliability of third-party information
- Any losses or damages from your use of third-party services
- The privacy practices of third-party sites (review their policies)
Your interactions with third parties are solely between you and that party. We are not liable for any disputes or issues that arise from third-party relationships.
Disclaimers and Warranties
As-Is Basis
Tockmarket is provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis without warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to:
- Warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose
- Warranties of accuracy, reliability, or completeness of content
- Warranties of uninterrupted or error-free service
- Warranties that defects will be corrected
No Guarantee of Results
We make no guarantees about trading or investment results from using Tockmarket. Any trading strategies, indicators, or analysis discussed are for educational purposes and may not be profitable. Past performance is not indicative of future results.
Technical Limitations
We do not warrant that:
- The service will be available at all times
- Market data will be real-time or error-free
- The service will be free from viruses or malicious code
- Your use of the service will meet your specific requirements
Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Tockmarket and its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, and agents shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including but not limited to:
- Loss of profits, revenue, or business opportunities
- Trading or investment losses
- Loss of data or information
- Cost of substitute goods or services
- Interruption of business
This limitation applies whether the alleged liability is based on contract, tort, negligence, strict liability, or any other basis, even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages.
In jurisdictions that do not allow the exclusion or limitation of liability for consequential or incidental damages, our liability is limited to the maximum extent permitted by law.
Maximum Liability
Our total liability to you for any claim arising from your use of Tockmarket shall not exceed $100 USD or the amount you paid to us in the 12 months preceding the claim, whichever is greater.
Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Tockmarket and its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, and agents from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, or expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising from:
- Your use or misuse of Tockmarket
- Your violation of these Terms
- Your violation of any laws or third-party rights
- Any content you submit or post
- Your trading or investment decisions
Termination
We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access to Tockmarket at any time, with or without cause, and with or without notice, for any reason including:
- Violation of these Terms
- Suspected fraudulent or illegal activity
- Abuse of our service or systems
- At our sole discretion
Upon termination, your right to use Tockmarket will immediately cease. Sections of these Terms that by their nature should survive termination will remain in effect, including disclaimers, limitations of liability, and indemnification.
Governing Law and Jurisdiction
These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the United States and the State of [Your State], without regard to conflict of law principles.
Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of Tockmarket shall be resolved exclusively in the state or federal courts located in [Your County/State]. You consent to the personal jurisdiction of such courts and waive any objection to venue.
Dispute Resolution
Informal Resolution
Before filing a claim, you agree to contact us at legal@tockmarket.com to attempt to resolve the dispute informally. We will work in good faith to resolve disputes amicably.
Arbitration Agreement
If we cannot resolve a dispute informally, you agree that any claim or dispute arising from these Terms or your use of Tockmarket will be resolved by binding arbitration, rather than in court, except that you may assert claims in small claims court if your claims qualify.
Class Action Waiver
You agree to resolve disputes with us on an individual basis only. You waive any right to participate in class actions, class arbitrations, or representative actions.
Changes to Terms
We may update these Terms from time to time. When we make material changes, we will:
- Update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page
- Post a notice on our homepage
- Notify you via email if we have your contact information
Your continued use of Tockmarket after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms. If you do not agree to the updated Terms, you must stop using our service.
Severability
If any provision of these Terms is found to be unlawful, void, or unenforceable, that provision shall be deemed severable and will not affect the validity and enforceability of the remaining provisions.
Entire Agreement
These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Tockmarket regarding your use of the service and supersede all prior agreements, representations, and understandings.
No Waiver
Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms will not be considered a waiver of those rights. Any waiver must be in writing and signed by us.
Assignment
You may not assign or transfer your rights or obligations under these Terms without our prior written consent. We may assign our rights and obligations without restriction.
Force Majeure
We shall not be liable for any failure or delay in performance due to circumstances beyond our reasonable control, including acts of God, natural disasters, war, terrorism, riots, labor disputes, internet failures, or government actions.
Contact Information
If you have questions about these Terms of Use, please contact us:
Email: legal@tockmarket.com
Website: tockmarket.com
For general inquiries: hello@tockmarket.com
Final Reminder
By using Tockmarket, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Use and our Privacy Policy. You understand that trading and investing involves substantial risk of loss, and all content on Tockmarket is for educational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice.