Terms of Service

Last Updated: October 5, 2025

Effective Date: October 5, 2025

Agreement to Terms

By accessing or using Quantum Navigator (available at quantum.org.uk and quantumnnav.web.app), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service (“Terms”). If you disagree with any part of these Terms, you may not access or use our website.

These Terms apply to all visitors, users, and others who access or use Quantum Navigator.

Description of Service

Quantum Navigator is a comprehensive directory of quantum computing and quantum technology companies worldwide, providing:

Searchable database of 261+ quantum companies
Investment tracking and funding information
Educational resources (Glossary, Dictionary, Concepts)
Public company listings and stock information
Industry news and analysis

Quantum Navigator is a project of Quantum Zeitgeist and is provided free of charge for informational and educational purposes.

Acceptable Use

You May:

✓ Browse and search the company directory ✓ Read educational content ✓ Share links to individual company pages ✓ Cite Quantum Navigator in academic or professional work with proper attribution ✓ Use publicly available data for non-commercial research ✓ Contact us to report errors or submit company information

You May NOT:

✗ Scrape, crawl, or systematically download large portions of the database without permission ✗ Use automated tools (bots, scrapers) to access the site ✗ Republish, redistribute, or resell our data without authorization ✗ Create derivative works from our content without permission ✗ Use the service for illegal purposes or to violate any laws ✗ Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems ✗ Interfere with or disrupt the service or servers ✗ Impersonate Quantum Navigator or Quantum Zeitgeist ✗ Post or transmit harmful code (viruses, malware, etc.) ✗ Harvest email addresses or personal information from the site

Intellectual Property Rights

Our Content

All content on Quantum Navigator, including but not limited to:

Text, graphics, logos, images, and designs
Company descriptions and analysis
Educational materials (Glossary, Dictionary, Concepts)
Software, code, and databases
Compilation and arrangement of information

is the property of Quantum Zeitgeist or its content suppliers and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

Trademarks

“Quantum Navigator,” “Quantum Zeitgeist,” and related logos are trademarks of Quantum Zeitgeist. You may not use these trademarks without our prior written permission.

Third-party company names, logos, and trademarks mentioned on this website are the property of their respective owners. Their inclusion does not imply endorsement or affiliation.

Limited License

We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to:

Access and use Quantum Navigator for personal, non-commercial purposes
View and print individual pages for personal reference
Share links to our content

This license does not include:

Any resale or commercial use of the website or its content
Collection and use of company listings or descriptions for commercial purposes
Derivative use of website content
Downloading or copying of account information for the benefit of another party

User-Submitted Content

Company Submissions

When you submit company information, corrections, or feedback:

You grant us a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free license to use, modify, and publish such information
You represent that you have the right to submit such information
You warrant that the information is accurate to the best of your knowledge
We reserve the right to edit, reject, or remove submissions at our discretion

Responsibility for Submissions

You are solely responsible for any content you submit. You agree not to submit:

False, misleading, or inaccurate information
Confidential or proprietary information without authorization
Spam, advertisements, or promotional materials
Offensive, defamatory, or illegal content
Personal information of others without consent

Disclaimer of Warranties

Provided “As Is”

Quantum Navigator is provided on an “AS IS” and “AS AVAILABLE” basis without warranties of any kind, either express or implied.

WE MAKE NO WARRANTIES OR REPRESENTATIONS ABOUT:

Accuracy: The accuracy, completeness, or reliability of company information, funding data, or any other content
Availability: Uninterrupted, timely, secure, or error-free operation of the website
Results: Any specific results from using Quantum Navigator
Errors: That defects will be corrected or that the site is free from viruses or harmful components
Currency: That information is current or up-to-date

Use at Your Own Risk

Your use of Quantum Navigator is at your sole risk. Any material downloaded or obtained through the use of the service is done at your own discretion and risk.

Limitation of Liability

No Liability for Damages

TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, QUANTUM ZEITGEIST AND ITS AFFILIATES, OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, AGENTS, AND LICENSORS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR:

Direct Damages: Any damages, including direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages
Business Losses: Lost profits, lost revenue, lost data, lost business opportunities
Investment Losses: Losses resulting from investment decisions based on information from this website
Third-Party Actions: Actions of third-party companies listed in our directory
Data Accuracy: Errors, omissions, or inaccuracies in company data
Service Interruption: Unavailability or interruption of service
Unauthorized Access: Security breaches or unauthorized access to your data

This limitation applies whether the liability is based on contract, tort, negligence, strict liability, or any other legal theory, even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages.

Maximum Liability

If, notwithstanding the foregoing, we are found liable for any damages, our aggregate liability shall not exceed $100 USD or the amount you paid us in the past 12 months (which is typically zero, as our service is free).

Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Quantum Zeitgeist, its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, agents, and licensors from and against any and all claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, expenses, or fees (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) arising from:

Your use or misuse of Quantum Navigator
Your violation of these Terms
Your violation of any rights of another party
Your submission of false, misleading, or unlawful content
Your violation of applicable laws or regulations

No Investment or Professional Advice

Information Only

All content on Quantum Navigator is for informational and educational purposes only. It does not constitute:

Investment advice or recommendations
Financial, legal, or professional advice
Endorsement of any company, product, or service
An offer to buy or sell securities
A solicitation of investment

Do Your Own Research

ALWAYS CONDUCT YOUR OWN DUE DILIGENCE before making business, investment, or career decisions. Consult with qualified professionals (financial advisors, lawyers, accountants) for personalized advice.

No Guarantee of Accuracy

While we strive for accuracy, we make no guarantees about:

Company financial health or viability
Truth of company claims about technology
Future success or failure of companies
Completeness of information
Currency of data

The quantum technology industry is rapidly evolving. Information may become outdated quickly.

Third-Party Links and Services

Quantum Navigator contains links to third-party websites (company websites, social media, news sources, etc.) that are not owned or controlled by us.

No Endorsement

The inclusion of any link does not imply endorsement, approval, or recommendation of the linked site or its content.

Third-Party Responsibility

We have no control over and assume no responsibility for:

Content, privacy policies, or practices of third-party sites
Availability or accuracy of external websites
Goods or services available through third-party sites

Use at Your Own Risk

You acknowledge and agree that we shall not be liable for any damage or loss caused by use of or reliance on any content, goods, or services available through third-party sites.

Modifications to Service and Terms

Changes to Service

We reserve the right to:

Modify, suspend, or discontinue any part of Quantum Navigator at any time
Add or remove features
Change pricing for future premium features (if any)
Limit access to certain features or content

We will not be liable for any modification, suspension, or discontinuance of the service.

Changes to Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. When we do:

We will post the updated Terms on this page
We will update the “Last Updated” date
For material changes, we may provide additional notice (website banner, email, etc.)

Your continued use of Quantum Navigator after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the new Terms.

Termination

Our Right to Terminate

We may terminate or suspend your access to Quantum Navigator immediately, without prior notice or liability, for any reason, including:

Violation of these Terms
Suspected fraudulent, abusive, or illegal activity
Requests by law enforcement
Technical or security reasons
Discontinuation of the service

Effect of Termination

Upon termination:

Your right to use Quantum Navigator ceases immediately
Provisions that by their nature should survive termination remain in effect (disclaimers, limitations of liability, indemnification, governing law)

Privacy

Your use of Quantum Navigator is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference. Please review our Privacy Policy to understand our data practices.

Key points:

We collect usage data and use cookies
We use Google Analytics and Google AdSense
We comply with GDPR and applicable data protection laws
You have rights regarding your personal data

Copyright and DMCA

Copyright Policy

We respect the intellectual property rights of others and expect our users to do the same.

DMCA Takedown Notices

If you believe that content on Quantum Navigator infringes your copyright, please send a notice to our designated Copyright Agent:

Email: dmca@quantumzeitgeist.com

Mail: Quantum Zeitgeist DMCA Agent United States

Your notice must include:

Physical or electronic signature of copyright owner or authorized agent
Description of the copyrighted work claimed to be infringed
Description of where the infringing material is located on our site
Your contact information (address, telephone, email)
Statement that you have a good faith belief the use is not authorized
Statement that the information is accurate and you are authorized to act on behalf of the copyright owner
Under penalty of perjury, that your complaint is true

Counter-Notification

If you believe material was wrongly removed, you may file a counter-notification containing:

Your physical or electronic signature
Description of removed material and its prior location
Statement under penalty of perjury that removal was a mistake or misidentification
Your contact information and consent to jurisdiction

Governing Law and Jurisdiction

Applicable Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the United States, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

Dispute Resolution

Any disputes arising from or relating to these Terms or your use of Quantum Navigator shall be resolved through:

Informal Resolution: Contact us at legal@quantumzeitgeist.com to attempt to resolve the issue informally within 30 days
Binding Arbitration: If informal resolution fails, disputes shall be resolved by binding arbitration under the rules of the American Arbitration Association (AAA). The arbitration will be conducted in the United States, and judgment on the arbitration award may be entered in any court having jurisdiction.
Class Action Waiver: You agree to bring claims only in an individual capacity, not as part of a class action, consolidated proceeding, or representative action.
Small Claims Court: Either party may bring an individual action in small claims court if the claim qualifies.

Jurisdiction

For any matters not subject to arbitration (or if arbitration is found unenforceable), you agree to submit to the personal and exclusive jurisdiction of the federal and state courts located in the United States.

Exceptions: The arbitration requirement does not apply to: (1) claims related to intellectual property rights, (2) claims of piracy or unauthorized use, or (3) requests for injunctive relief.

For International Users: Nothing in these Terms affects your mandatory legal rights as a consumer in your country of residence.

Miscellaneous

Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Quantum Zeitgeist regarding use of Quantum Navigator.

Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision shall be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary so that the Terms otherwise remain in full force and effect.

No Waiver

Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms shall not be deemed a waiver of such right or provision.

Assignment

We may assign or transfer these Terms, in whole or in part, without restriction. You may not assign or transfer any rights or obligations under these Terms without our prior written consent.

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, war, terrorism, natural disasters, pandemics, strikes, or government actions.

Headings

Section headings in these Terms are for convenience only and have no legal or contractual effect.

Contact Information

If you have questions about these Terms, please contact us:

Email: legal@quantumzeitgeist.com

Mail: Quantum Zeitgeist Legal Department United States

Online Contact: /contact/

Acknowledgment

By using Quantum Navigator, you acknowledge that:

You have read and understood these Terms
You agree to be bound by these Terms
You are at least 16 years of age (or have parental/guardian consent)
You have the authority to enter into this agreement

These Terms of Service are effective as of October 5, 2025 and were last updated on October 5, 2025.

Quantum Navigator is a project of Quantum Zeitgeist.

Quick Reference

Key Points:

✓ Free informational service
✓ No warranties - use at your own risk
✓ Not investment advice - consult professionals
✓ Respect our intellectual property
✓ We can change or discontinue service anytime
✓ Disputes resolved by arbitration
✓ See Privacy Policy for data practices

Acceptable Use:

✓ Browse, search, read, share links
✗ Scrape data, violate laws, misuse service

Questions? Contact legal@quantumzeitgeist.com