Terms of Use

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using this website operated by Hot Rocks Investments ("we," "us," or "our"), you accept and agree to be bound by these Terms of Use and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to these terms, you must not access or use this website.

These Terms of Use constitute a legally binding agreement between you and Hot Rocks Investments. We reserve the right to modify these terms at any time without prior notice.

2. Eligibility and Target Audience

This website is intended solely for:

• Sophisticated investors as defined under UK financial regulations
• Institutional investors and professional advisers
• Existing shareholders and stakeholders of Hot Rocks Investments
• Individuals with appropriate knowledge and experience in natural resources investments

By accessing this website, you confirm that you meet these criteria and have the necessary experience to understand the risks associated with investments in natural resources and commodities markets.

3. Not an Offer or Solicitation

The information on this website does not constitute:

• An offer to sell or a solicitation to buy any securities or investment products
• Investment advice or a recommendation to purchase, hold, or sell any security
• Financial, legal, tax, or other professional advice
• A prospectus, offering document, or investment advertisement

Nothing on this website should be construed as encouraging or recommending any particular investment strategy or transaction.

4. Investment Risks

You should seek independent professional advice before making any investment decisions. Hot Rocks Investments accepts no liability for investment decisions made based on information on this website.

5. Regulatory Status

Hot Rocks Investments is a UK-incorporated investment company. We are not regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) or any other financial services regulatory body.

The content on this website has not been approved by the FCA or any regulatory authority. If you are in any doubt about the suitability of an investment, you should consult an authorized financial adviser.

6. Information Accuracy and Disclaimers

While we strive to ensure that information on this website is accurate and up-to-date:

• Information is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind
• We make no representations about the accuracy, reliability, or completeness of information
• Information may become outdated and we are under no obligation to update it
• We may make changes to content at any time without notice
• Forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties
• Historical data and statistics are based on publicly available sources

You should not rely solely on information from this website for investment decisions. Always conduct your own due diligence and seek professional advice.

7. Forward-Looking Statements

This website may contain forward-looking statements regarding our expectations, beliefs, plans, objectives, and future events. These statements involve risks and uncertainties, and actual results may differ materially from those expressed or implied.

Forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance and should not be unduly relied upon. We undertake no obligation to update forward-looking statements.

8. Intellectual Property Rights

All content on this website, including text, graphics, logos, images, data compilations, and software, is the property of Hot Rocks Investments or its content suppliers and is protected by UK and international copyright laws.

You may not:

• Reproduce, duplicate, copy, or resell any part of our website without express written consent
• Modify, create derivative works, or reverse engineer any content
• Use automated systems or software to extract data from this website
• Use our trademarks, logos, or brand names without authorization

You may view, print, and download materials from this website solely for personal, non-commercial use, provided you maintain all copyright and proprietary notices.

9. Prohibited Uses

You agree not to use this website:

• For any unlawful purpose or in violation of any applicable laws
• To transmit harmful code, viruses, or malicious software
• To gain unauthorized access to our systems or networks
• To interfere with or disrupt the website or servers
• To impersonate any person or entity
• To collect or harvest personal information about other users
• To engage in market manipulation or insider trading
• To disseminate false or misleading information

10. Third-Party Content and Links

This website may contain links to third-party websites or reference third-party content. We do not control, endorse, or assume responsibility for:

• Content, accuracy, or opinions expressed on third-party websites
• Privacy practices of external sites
• Products or services offered by third parties
• Availability or functionality of linked websites

Your use of third-party websites is at your own risk and subject to their terms and conditions.

11. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Hot Rocks Investments, its directors, officers, employees, and agents shall not be liable for:

• Any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages
• Loss of profits, revenue, data, or business opportunities
• Investment losses or missed investment opportunities
• Errors, omissions, or inaccuracies in website content
• Website downtime, interruptions, or technical failures
• Unauthorized access to or alteration of your transmissions or data
• Statements or conduct of third parties

This limitation applies regardless of the cause of action, whether in contract, tort, negligence, strict liability, or otherwise.

12. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Hot Rocks Investments, its directors, officers, employees, and agents from any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, or expenses (including legal fees) arising from your use of this website, violation of these Terms of Use, or infringement of any rights of another party.

13. Availability and Modifications

We reserve the right to:

• Modify, suspend, or discontinue the website at any time without notice
• Change these Terms of Use without prior notification
• Refuse access to the website to anyone at our discretion
• Remove or modify content at any time

We are not liable for any modification, suspension, or discontinuance of the website.

14. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms of Use and any dispute arising from or related to this website shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of England and Wales.

You irrevocably agree that the courts of England and Wales shall have exclusive jurisdiction to settle any dispute or claim arising from these Terms of Use or your use of this website.

15. Severability

If any provision of these Terms of Use is found to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

16. Entire Agreement

These Terms of Use, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Hot Rocks Investments regarding the use of this website and supersede all prior agreements and understandings.

17. Contact Information

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