Terms of Service

Effective Date: March 31st, 2026

Last Updated: March 31st, 2026

Welcome to AOTU ("we", "us", or "our"). By accessing or using our website at aotuspace.com (“Website”), you agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms of Service (“Terms”). If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use our Website.

These Terms apply to all visitors, including those accessing the Website from the United States, the European Union, and the People’s Republic of China.

1. Use of the Website

You may browse our Website for general informational and professional purposes related to our curatorial work and services. By using this Website, you confirm that you:

  • Are at least 13 years old (or 14 in the People’s Republic of China); and

  • Will use the site in compliance with all applicable local, national, and international laws and regulations.

Note: We do not enter into formal service agreements directly through this Website. Any formal curatorial or professional engagements must be executed via separate written contracts.

2. Intellectual Property Rights

All content featured on this Website—including but not limited to text, images, artwork, photographs, logos, graphics, designs, curatorial concepts, and page layouts—is the intellectual property of AOTU or its licensors, protected under applicable copyright, trademark, and intellectual property laws.

You may not:

  • Reproduce, republish, modify, or distribute any content without prior written permission from us;

  • Create derivative works based on our Website content; or

  • Use our logo, brand identity, or content for any commercial purposes without explicit consent.

3. Newsletter & Communications

We collect email addresses solely when you voluntarily subscribe to our newsletter. We do not use tracking cookies or collect additional personal data. For detailed information on how we store and protect your data, please refer to our Privacy Policy.

4. International Users and Data Compliance

We respect global data privacy rights and adhere to applicable regulations:

  • EU/EEA Residents: Compliant with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). You retain the right to access, rectify, or erase your email data and may unsubscribe at any time.

  • China Residents: Compliant with the Personal Information Protection Law (PIPL). By submitting your email, you provide voluntary, explicit consent for newsletter communication only.

  • US Residents: Compliant with applicable U.S. state data privacy regulations. We do not sell or share your personal information.

Data processing and storage may occur on secure servers located in China, the United States, or other international jurisdictions.

5. Disclaimer of Warranties

The content on this Website is provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis for general informational purposes only and does not constitute formal advice or a binding contractual offer.

We make no guarantees or warranties regarding:

  • The absolute accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of the content;

  • Uninterrupted or error-free access to the Website; or

  • The suitability of the site's content for your specific requirements.

Your use of the Website is strictly at your own risk.

6. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law:

  • AOTU shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages resulting from your use of or inability to use this Website.

  • We assume no responsibility for content, policies, or practices of any third-party websites linked to or from our site.

  • In jurisdictions that do not allow certain liability limitations, our liability shall be limited to the maximum extent permitted by law.

7. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the People’s Republic of China (or applicable legal jurisdictions), without regard to its conflict of law principles.

In the event of any claim or dispute:

  • Users are encouraged to contact us directly to seek an informal resolution.

  • Any legal proceedings arising from these Terms shall be submitted to the competent court in Beijing, China, unless applicable mandatory local privacy laws (such as GDPR or PIPL) grant you rights to file claims with your local supervisory authorities.

8. Modifications to These Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Any changes will be effective immediately upon posting, reflected by the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page. Your continued use of the Website constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns regarding these Terms, please contact us at:

AOTU

Email: info@aotuspace.com

Address: No. 67, Beixinqiao Tiaotiao Hutong, Dongcheng District, Beijing, China