Terms of Use

Last updated: April 8, 2026

1. Acceptance

By accessing and using this website (“Retro-Tech Encyclopedia,” “the Site”), you agree to these Terms of Use. If you do not agree, please do not use the Site.

2. Description of Service

The Retro-Tech Encyclopedia is an educational platform that documents the history, culture, and technology of the retro-tech era. All content is freely accessible and provided for educational and historical research purposes.

3. Content Licensing

3.1 Content

All written content (articles, historical documentation, cultural analyses) on this Site is licensed under Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 4.0 International (CC BY-SA 4.0).

You are free to:

Share — copy and redistribute in any medium or format
Adapt — remix, transform, and build upon the material

Under the following conditions:

Attribution — credit must be given to “FolkUp / Retro-Tech Encyclopedia”
ShareAlike — if you remix or transform, you must distribute under the same license

3.2 Source Code

The source code of this website is licensed under the MIT License.

3.3 Third-Party Content

Where we reference third-party works (quotes, data, images), these remain the property of their respective owners and are used under fair use / quotation rights provisions for historical documentation and educational purposes.

3.4 Historical Images and Media

Historical images, screenshots, and media are used for educational and historical documentation purposes under fair use provisions. Where possible, we provide attribution to original sources.

4. Disclaimer

4.1 General Disclaimer

All content on this Site is provided “as is” for informational and educational purposes only. It does not constitute:

Legal advice
Professional consulting
Official historical record
Technical support or guidance

For decisions with legal, financial, or safety implications, always consult qualified professionals.

4.2 Historical Accuracy

We strive for accuracy in our historical documentation and apply rigorous research methodology. However:

Historical information may be incomplete or subject to different interpretations
Sources may be limited or unavailable
Errors may occur despite our verification process
Cultural context may vary across different regions and time periods

Each article displays its status (verified / partially verified / unverified) and confidence level (high / medium / low). Use this information to assess reliability.

4.3 No Endorsement

References to products, services, organizations, or individuals do not constitute endorsement. Our documentation is conducted independently for historical and educational purposes.

5. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, FolkUp and its contributors shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising from the use of or reliance on content published on this Site.

6. Intellectual Property

6.1 FolkUp Trademarks

“FolkUp” and “Retro-Tech Encyclopedia” are trademarks of FolkUp. Use of these names requires prior written permission, except for attribution purposes under the CC BY-SA 4.0 license.

6.2 User Obligations

You agree not to:

Misrepresent the origin or authorship of content
Use content in ways that imply official endorsement by FolkUp
Remove attribution or license notices
Use historical information for harmful or defamatory purposes

7. External Links

This Site may contain links to external websites for reference and historical documentation purposes. We are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or availability of third-party websites. Links do not imply endorsement.

8. Corrections and Feedback

If you believe any content on this Site contains errors or inaccuracies, please contact us at editorial@folkup.app. We welcome corrections and will investigate promptly.

8.1 Historical Corrections

For historical documentation, we particularly welcome:

Factual corrections with supporting evidence
Additional historical context or perspectives
Primary source materials that enhance accuracy
Personal testimonies from individuals who experienced the documented era

8.2 Data Subject Rights

If you believe your personal data has been referenced in our historical documentation, please refer to our Privacy Policy for information on exercising your rights under GDPR.

9. Editorial AI Transparency

In accordance with EU AI Act Article 50, we disclose that:

Content creation may involve automated tools for research assistance, grammar checking, and translation support
All content is subject to human editorial review and historical fact-checking
Automated tools do not make editorial decisions about historical accuracy or interpretation
Human editors retain final responsibility for all published content
Our editorial workflow ensures human oversight of all content creation processes

10. Modifications

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last updated” date. Continued use of the Site after changes constitutes acceptance.

11. Applicable Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of Portugal and the European Union. Any disputes shall be submitted to the competent courts of Portugal.

12. Contact

For questions about these Terms, contact us at: legal@folkup.app