DRILLOPEDIA ONLINE SPONSORSHIP CLICKWRAP AGREEMENT

Effective Upon Acceptance

IMPORTANT – PLEASE READ CAREFULLY:
By clicking “I Agree” and proceeding with the payment, you (“Advertiser” or “Sponsor”) agree to be legally bound by this Online Sponsorship Agreement (“Agreement”) entered into by and between:

  • Drillopedia Administration, the managing entity for Drillopedia Knowledge Systems (https://www.drillopedia.com), hereinafter referred to as “Drillopedia”, and

  • The registered company and its authorized representative, as indicated in the completed subscription form, hereinafter referred to as the “Advertiser” or “Sponsor”.

This Agreement governs the Advertiser’s sponsorship and advertisement engagement on Drillopedia’s platform.

ARTICLE 1 – PURPOSE

Drillopedia provides a publicly accessible knowledge platform for the oil and gas industry. This Agreement outlines the terms under which the Sponsor may advertise or promote its business using Drillopedia’s online sponsorship packages and services.

ARTICLE 2 – SPONSORSHIP PACKAGES

Sponsors may select from Premium, Gold, or Silver annual packages, each offering defined promotional benefits as specified online on Drillopedia.

ARTICLE 3 – SELECTION AND SUBMISSION

Upon selecting a package:

  • The Sponsor shall complete the online form, providing company details and a designated Account Management Contact.

  • Upon form submission and payment, the selection is legally binding.

  • Drillopedia will deliver services based on the chosen package without requiring a separate written agreement.

ARTICLE 4 – ADVERTISER’S CONTENT WARRANTIES

The Sponsor represents and warrants that:

  • All submitted materials are non-confidential, legally distributable, and do not infringe on third-party rights.

  • No proprietary, classified, or sensitive information will be included in content provided to Drillopedia.

  • All intellectual property rights in submitted materials are owned by or licensed to the Sponsor.

  • It is the sole responsibility of the Advertiser to verify and confirm that the advertised materials do not infringe upon intellectual property rights, contractual confidentiality obligations, or trade secrets.

  • Drillopedia Administration shall not be held liable for any unauthorized disclosure or legal disputes arising from the Advertiser’s failure to comply with this requirement.

  • Drillopedia is granted a royalty-free, perpetual, non-exclusive license to publish, reproduce, and promote the materials online.

Indemnity Clause:
The Sponsor agrees to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless Drillopedia, its officers, employees, and affiliates from any claims, damages, or liabilities arising out of the Sponsor’s content or any breach of this warranty.

ARTICLE 5 – FEES AND PAYMENT TERMS

Sponsorship and advertising services are billed on an annual, renewable basis. Fees are as per the selected package at the time of checkout.

  • Payment is due in full before the services are activated.

  • All payments are non-refundable, unless otherwise agreed in writing.

  • Renewals require full payment before the expiration date to avoid interruption.

  • Drillopedia reserves the right to withhold service for non-payment.

ARTICLE 6 – SERVICE DELIVERY AND MODIFICATION

  • Drillopedia reserves the right to reject or modify content that violates legal, ethical, or editorial standards.

  • Drillopedia makes no guarantee of leads, traffic, or ROI from any sponsorship.

  • Service delivery timelines may vary based on the completeness and quality of the Sponsor's submitted materials.

ARTICLE 7 – INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY

  • The Sponsor retains ownership of its content, but grants Drillopedia the right to use, display, archive, and promote such content.

  • Drillopedia retains ownership of all site content, layout, and branding.

  • No use of Drillopedia’s trademarks or branding is permitted without prior written consent.

ARTICLE 8 – LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

  • Drillopedia shall not be liable for indirect, incidental, or consequential damages.

  • Drillopedia’s total liability under this Agreement shall not exceed the total fees paid by the Sponsor during the current contract term.

  • Drillopedia is not liable for any loss of data, business interruption, or reputational damage resulting from hosting or publication.

ARTICLE 9 – GLOBAL VALIDITY AND LEGAL COMPLIANCE

This Agreement is enforceable globally. The Sponsor agrees to comply with all relevant laws, regulations, and advertising standards applicable in their jurisdiction and internationally.

ARTICLE 10 – TERMINATION

  • Either party may terminate this Agreement with 30 days’ written notice.

  • Early termination does not entitle the Sponsor to a refund.

  • Upon termination, Drillopedia may immediately remove all associated advertising content.

ARTICLE 11 – GOVERNING LAW AND DISPUTE RESOLUTION

  • This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the Province of Ontario, Canada.

  • Disputes shall be resolved through negotiation or binding arbitration in Kitchener, ON, Canada.

  • Each party waives any right to a jury trial or class action.

ARTICLE 12 – ACCEPTANCE

By clicking “I Accept the Terms and Conditions,” the Sponsor affirms that:

  • They are authorized to enter into this Agreement on behalf of the company listed in the form.

  • They have read, understood, and accepted all terms and conditions herein.

  • This Agreement constitutes a binding legal contract, effective immediately.