TERMS AND CONDITIONS

Welcome to Lehigh RiVR lab!

These terms and conditions outline the rules and regulations for the use of the Immersive Learning Experiences applications and this website. By accessing this website, we assume you accept these terms and conditions in full. Do not continue to use Immersive Learning Experiences apps or this website if you do not accept all of the terms and conditions stated on this page.

The following terminology applies to these Terms and Conditions, Privacy Statement, Disclaimer Notice, and any or all Agreements: "Client," "You," and "Your" refers to you, the person accessing this website and accepting the Company’s terms and conditions. "The Company," "Lehigh RiVR," "Ourselves," "We," "Our," and "Us" refers to our Company. "The Application" refers to the software application provided by the Company. All terms refer to the offer, acceptance, and consideration of payment necessary to undertake the process of our assistance to the Client, in accordance with and subject to, prevailing law of the United States. Any use of the above terminology or other words in the singular, plural, capitalization, and/or he/she or they, are taken as interchangeable and therefore as referring to the same.

Use of Application

  • a. We grant you a non-exclusive, non-transferable, limited right and license to install and use this Application solely and exclusively for your personal, non-commercial use.
  • b. You may not use the Application in any manner that could damage, disable, overburden, or impair the Application (or servers or networks connected to the Application), nor may you use the Application in any manner that could interfere with any other party’s use and enjoyment of the Application (or servers or networks connected to the Application).

  • c. You agree that you are solely responsible for (and that we have no responsibility to you or any third party for) your use of the Application, any breach of your obligations under the Terms and Conditions, and the consequences (including any loss or damage which the Company may suffer) of any such breach.

     

Virtual Reality-Specific Risks and Safety Precautions

The Application may involve virtual reality elements that can cause physical discomfort, disorientation, or other adverse reactions. By using this Application, you acknowledge and accept the potential risks associated with VR use. Please observe the following safety guidelines:

  • Physical Discomfort: VR experiences may cause symptoms such as dizziness, nausea, motion sickness, and eye strain. If you experience any discomfort, stop using the Application immediately and rest before resuming use.
  • Environment Requirements: Ensure that you are in a safe, clear space free of obstacles while using the Application. Make sure there are no tripping hazards, fragile items, or people within your immediate vicinity.
  • Supervision of Minors: Children under 13 should only use the Application under adult supervision to minimize potential risks and ensure safe use of VR equipment.
  • Health Conditions: Users with pre-existing health conditions such as epilepsy, heart conditions, or other serious medical conditions should consult with a doctor before using the Application, as VR experiences may exacerbate certain symptoms or conditions.
  • Device Safety: Follow all guidelines and instructions provided by the VR headset manufacturer to prevent damage to the device or injury to the user. Do not use the device if it is damaged or malfunctioning.

Cookies

We employ the use of cookies. By using this website you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with our privacy policy.

Most modern-day interactive websites use cookies to enable us to retrieve user details for each visit. Cookies are used in some areas of our site to enable functionality and ease of use for visitors. Some of our affiliate/advertising partners may also use cookies.

License

Unless otherwise stated, Lehigh RiVR lab and/or its licensors own the intellectual property rights for all material on Lehigh RiVR lab applications. All intellectual property rights are reserved. You may view and/or print pages from https://eli.lehigh.edu/ for your own personal use, subject to restrictions set in these terms and conditions.

You must not:

  • Republish material from this website;
  • Sell, rent, or sub-license material from this website;
  • Reproduce, duplicate, or copy material from this website;
  • Redistribute content from Lehigh RiVR lab or any Lehigh RiVR lab application, unless content is specifically made for redistribution.

Hyperlinking to Our Content

The following organizations may link to our website without prior written approval:

  • Government agencies;
  • Search engines;
  • News organizations;
  • Online directory distributors when they list us in the directory, in the same manner as they hyperlink to other listed businesses; and
  • Systemwide Accredited Businesses except soliciting non-profit organizations, charity shopping malls, and charity fundraising groups which may not hyperlink to our website.

These organizations may link to our home page, to publications, or other website information so long as the link:

  • (a) is not in any way misleading;
  • (b) does not falsely imply sponsorship, endorsement, or approval of the linking party and its products or services; and
  • (c) fits within the context of the linking party's site.
  • (d) Consumer and/or business information sources (e.g., Chambers of Commerce, AARP);
  • (e) dot.com community sites;
  • (f) Associations or groups representing charities;
  • (g) Online directory distributors;
  • (h) Internet portals;
  • (i) Accounting, law, and consulting firms; and
  • (j) Educational institutions and trade associations.

 

Iframes

Without prior approval and express written permission, you may not create frames around our web pages or use other techniques that alter in any way the visual presentation or appearance of our website.

 

Liability

YOU EXPRESSLY UNDERSTAND AND AGREE THAT THE COMPANY, ITS SUBSIDIARIES AND AFFILIATES, AND ITS LICENSORS ARE NOT LIABLE TO YOU UNDER ANY THEORY OF LIABILITY FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR EXEMPLARY DAMAGES THAT MAY BE INCURRED BY YOU THROUGH YOUR USE OF THE APPLICATION, INCLUDING ANY LOSS OF DATA OR DAMAGE TO YOUR MOBILE DEVICE, WHETHER OR NOT THE COMPANY OR ITS REPRESENTATIVES HAVE BEEN ADVISED OF OR SHOULD HAVE BEEN AWARE OF THE POSSIBILITY OF ANY SUCH LOSSES ARISING.

Furthermore, we shall have no responsibility or liability for any content appearing on your website. You agree to indemnify and defend us against all claims arising out of or based upon your website. No links may appear on any page of your website or within any context containing content or materials that may be interpreted as libelous, obscene, criminal, or which infringe or advocate the infringement of any third-party rights.

Reservation of Rights

We reserve the right to request that you remove all links or any particular link to our website at any time in our sole discretion. You agree to immediately remove all links to our website upon such request. We also reserve the right to amend these terms and conditions and our linking policy at any time. By continuing to link to our website, you agree to be bound to and abide by these linking terms and conditions.

Removal of Links from Our Website

If you find any link on our website or any linked website objectionable for any reason, you may contact us about this. We will consider requests to remove links but will have no obligation to do so or to respond directly to you.

While we endeavor to ensure that the information on this website is correct, we do not warrant its completeness or accuracy; nor do we commit to ensuring that the website remains available or that the material on the website is kept up-to-date.

Disclaimer

To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, we exclude all representations, warranties, and conditions relating to our website and the use of this website (including, without limitation, any warranties implied by law in respect of satisfactory quality, fitness for purpose, and the use of reasonable care and skill). Nothing in this disclaimer will:

  • Limit or exclude our or your liability for death or personal injury resulting from negligence;
  • Limit or exclude our or your liability for fraud or fraudulent misrepresentation;

PRIVACY POLICY

This privacy policy has been compiled to better serve those who are concerned with how their 'Personally Identifiable Information' (PII) is used online. PII, as described in US privacy law and information security, is information that can be used on its own or with other information to identify, contact, or locate a single person, or to identify an individual in context. Please read our privacy policy carefully to understand our policies regarding the collection, use, protection, and handling of your Personally Identifiable Information (PII) in relation to our website and application.

What personal information do we collect from users of the app?

We do not collect any personal information from users of our application. No details or identifiable data is gathered during your use of this application. Click tracking data may be collected while playing the immersive learning experiences.

When do we collect information?

We collect information during select VR experiences for user analytic data.

How do we use your information?

We use analytic data to understand how users spend their time during game play.

How do we protect your information?

Any collected analytic data is stored on a secure server at Lehigh University.

Third-Party Disclosure

Not applicable. We do not collect or share any data with third parties.

Third-Party Links

Not applicable. The application does not include third-party links for data collection purposes.

Fair Information Practices

The Fair Information Practices Principles form the backbone of privacy law in the United States, and these principles have influenced the development of data protection laws globally. Even though we do not collect user data, we are committed to adhering to the Fair Information Practices Principles to the extent applicable, ensuring transparency and respect for user privacy.

Contacting Us

If you have any questions regarding this privacy policy, you may contact us at amb4@lehigh.edu.