terms of service.

Last updated: 10 April 2025

Welcome to www.ritacapelo.com. These Terms of Service (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of this website and any of our services, content, and communications (collectively, the “Services”). By accessing or using our Services, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, please do not use our website or services.

1. overview

www.ritacapelo.com (“we”, “us”, or “our”) is a website operated by Rita Capelo, offering therapeutic, educational, and consulting services in the area of pediatric development and complementary therapies. The Services include, but are not limited to, access to information, educational content, event announcements, and means of communication with the clinic and team.

2. use of services

You agree to use this Site and our Services in a responsible and lawful manner. You may not use the Site:

For any unlawful purpose or in violation of any applicable laws or regulations.
To solicit others to perform or participate in any unlawful acts.
To infringe upon the intellectual property rights of us or others.
To transmit viruses, spam, or any harmful code that could affect the operation of the Site or others’ access to it.

3. appointment and contact forms

When you submit a contact form or request an appointment through the Site, you agree to provide accurate, complete, and current information. Submitting a form does not guarantee service or a booking until confirmed directly by us.

4. privacy and data protection

By using this Site, you acknowledge that you have read and understood our Privacy Policy, which outlines how your personal data is collected, processed and protected under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

5. intellectual property

All content available on this Site, including text, images, videos, design, graphics and logo, is the intellectual property of Rita Capelo unless otherwise stated. You may not reproduce, distribute, or use any content without prior written permission.

6. limitation of liability

We make every effort to ensure that the information on this Site is accurate and up-to-date. However, the content is provided for general informational purposes only and is not intended as medical or therapeutic advice. We do not guarantee outcomes or results from the use of our Services, and we disclaim liability for any loss or damage arising from reliance on information published on this Site.

7. external links and third-party tools

This Site may contain links to external websites or third-party tools (e.g., Google Analytics, WhatsApp, Meta, LinkedIn, Pinterest). We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of such third parties. Please review their respective terms and policies before using their services.

8. modifications to services

We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any part of our Services or the Site at any time without prior notice. This includes updates to content, technical functionality, or the terms themselves.

9. jurisdiction and applicable Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of Portugal and the European Union. Any disputes arising in connection with these Terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Portugal.