Overview

This website is operated by F/262 – Festival Internacional de Fotografia, organized by Associação F/SOS – Fotografia, Solidariedade e Obras Sociais (“we”, “us”, or “our”).

By accessing or using https://festival262.com (the “Site”), including browsing content, submitting open calls, registering for events, workshops, volunteering programs, newsletters, or contacting us, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service (“Terms”), together with our Privacy Policy and any additional policies referenced on the Site.

If you do not agree to these Terms, you should not access or use the Site or its services.

Use of the Website

You confirm that:

• You are at least 16 years old, or have legal guardian consent.

• You will not use the Site for any unlawful or unauthorized purpose.

• You will comply with all applicable local, national, and international laws, including copyright and intellectual property laws.

Any violation of these Terms may result in suspension or termination of access to the Site.

Festival Content and Intellectual Property

Unless otherwise stated, all content on this Site, including:

• Texts

• Images

• Logos

• Visual identity

• Program descriptions

• Curatorial texts

is the property of F/262, Associação F/SOS, or the respective artists, authors, and partners, and is protected by copyright and intellectual property laws.

You may not copy, reproduce, distribute, publish, modify, or commercially exploit any content without prior written permission from the rights holder.

Artist Submissions, Open Calls, and Participation

By submitting works, texts, or other materials to F/262 (including open calls, Next Gen programs, or exhibitions), you confirm that:

• You are the author or rights holder of the submitted material, or have full authorization to submit it.

• The submitted work does not infringe third-party rights.

You grant F/262 a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use submitted materials strictly for:

• Jury evaluation

• Festival programming

• Exhibitions

• Educational activities

• Festival communication and promotion

This license does not transfer ownership of your work.

Accuracy of Information

The content on this Site is provided for general informational purposes related to the Festival.

We do not guarantee that all information is always complete, current, or error-free. Program details, schedules, speakers, venues, and activities may change due to operational, technical, or force majeure reasons.

We reserve the right to update or modify content at any time without prior notice.

Modifications or Suspension of Services

F/262 reserves the right to:

• Modify, suspend, or discontinue any part of the Site or Festival services

• Change program formats, dates, or locations

We are not liable for any loss or inconvenience resulting from such changes.

Third-Party Links

The Site may include links to third-party websites or platforms (such as partners, ticketing services, submission tools, or social media).

We are not responsible for the content, policies, or practices of third-party websites. Accessing them is at your own risk.

User Conduct

You agree not to:

• Upload or transmit malicious code, spam, or harmful content

• Harass, abuse, discriminate, or defame others

• Submit false or misleading information

• Interfere with the security or functionality of the Site

• Collect or misuse personal data of other users

We reserve the right to remove content or restrict access if these rules are violated.

Personal Data

Any personal data submitted through the Site is processed in accordance with our Privacy Policy, which forms an integral part of these Terms.

Disclaimer of Warranties

The Site and all Festival-related services are provided “as is” and “as available.”

We do not guarantee that:

• The Site will be uninterrupted or error-free

• Content will always be accurate or complete

• The Site will meet your expectations

Use of the Site is at your own risk.

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, F/262 and Associação F/SOS shall not be liable for any direct or indirect damages arising from:

• Use or inability to use the Site

• Participation in Festival activities

• Reliance on information published on the Site

Nothing in these Terms limits liability where such limitation is not permitted under applicable law.

Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless F/262, Associação F/SOS, and their collaborators, staff, partners, and volunteers from any claims arising from:

• Your breach of these Terms

• Your misuse of the Site

• Your violation of third-party rights

Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unlawful or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain fully valid and enforceable.

Termination

We may suspend or terminate access to the Site if you violate these Terms.
Termination does not affect rights or obligations accrued prior to termination.

Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with the Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and F/262 regarding use of the Site.

Governing Law

These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Portugal and applicable European Union law.

Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time.
Continued use of the Site after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

Contact Information

For questions regarding these Terms of Service, please contact:

F/262 – Festival Internacional de Fotografia
Organized by Associação F/SOS – Fotografia, Solidariedade e Obras Sociais
Email: info@festival262.com
Website: https://festival262.com

Last updated: January 2026