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Istanbul Self-Guided Audio Tour

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| Istanbul, Turkey

3 to 9 hours (approx.)

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Offered in: English

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Overview

Experience Istanbul's magnificent history and culture entirely on your terms with our revolutionary self-guided audio experience. Unlike rushed group tours, you'll have the freedom to linger at breathtaking viewpoints, explore hidden corners, and truly absorb the atmosphere of each incredible location. Our expertly crafted audio narratives unlock exclusive historical insights and captivating stories that even many locals don't know, delivered through crystal-clear, professionally narrated content that brings ancient tales to life with theatrical flair and perfect pacing. You'll discover authentic local perspectives while maintaining complete control over your itinerary. The engaging storytelling transforms each monument into a living piece of history, with a compelling narrative voice that keeps you captivated while ensuring every word is easily understood, making your Istanbul adventure both educational and thoroughly entertaining.

What's Included

Private access links validity up to 6 days
Private access link to the audio guide in one playlist for 12 attractions
Private access link to a tour itinerary map of 12 attractions with audio guide individually

Entry fees (wherever required)
Transportations (pick-up and drop-off)

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İstanbul
Türkiye

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Blue Mosque

Marvel at the only mosque in the world with six minarets, a architectural marvel that nearly caused a diplomatic crisis with Mecca. Your audio guide reveals the fascinating story of Sultan Ahmed's ambitious vision and the ingenious techniques used to create those mesmerizing blue Iznik tiles that give the mosque its nickname. Discover the hidden symbolism in the intricate geometric patterns and learn about the secret chambers that few visitors ever notice. The self-paced exploration allows you to appreciate the play of light through the 260 stained glass windows while uncovering the political intrigue that shaped this Ottoman masterpiece. Experience the spiritual ambiance at your own rhythm while learning about the daily life of the 17th-century worshippers who filled these sacred halls.

20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Basilica Cistern

Descend into Istanbul's most mysterious underground wonder, where 336 columns create an otherworldly cathedral beneath the city streets. Your audio companion unveils the ingenious Roman engineering that supplied water to half a million people and reveals why two Medusa heads were placed upside down in the depths. Explore at your leisure while discovering the cistern's role in Byzantine espionage and its transformation into a romantic movie set. Learn about the ancient fish that still swim in these waters and the acoustic secrets that made this space a underground concert hall. The immersive narration guides you through the shadows and reflections, revealing hidden carvings and forgotten chambers that most visitors overlook in their hurried passage through this subterranean marvel.

20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque

Stand beneath the dome that "hangs from heaven by a golden chain" and witness 1,500 years of religious transformation unfold through your audio guide's captivating storytelling. Discover how this architectural wonder survived earthquakes, conquests, and centuries of political upheaval while maintaining its breathtaking beauty. Your self-paced journey reveals the hidden Christian mosaics that peek through Islamic calligraphy, creating a unique visual dialogue between faiths. Learn about the mathematical genius behind the floating dome and the secret messages embedded in the marble floors. The audio experience unveils the dramatic stories of emperors and sultans who shaped this sacred space, while you explore the galleries and niches that hold centuries of whispered prayers and witnessed the rise and fall of empires.

20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

TopkapI Palace

Enter the opulent world of Ottoman sultans where power, intrigue, and unimaginable wealth shaped an empire spanning three continents. Your audio guide unlocks the secrets of the Harem, revealing the sophisticated political network of the Sultan's wives and the hidden passageways that connected their private quarters. Wander through the Treasury at your own pace while learning about the legendary Topkapi Dagger and the 86-carat Spoonmaker's Diamond. Discover the palace's role in international diplomacy and the elaborate ceremonies that took place in the stunning courtyards. The immersive narration brings to life the daily rituals of palace life, from the Sultan's morning coffee ceremony to the dramatic executions that occurred in the marble pavilions, creating an unforgettable journey through Ottoman imperial history.

20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Gulhane Park

Stroll through the former private gardens of the Ottoman sultans, where centuries of royal leisure and political plotting unfolded beneath ancient plane trees. Your audio guide reveals the park's transformation from an exclusive imperial retreat to a symbol of modern Turkey's democratic ideals. Discover the hidden rose garden that inspired countless Ottoman poems and the secret meetings that shaped the empire's final decades. Learn about the park's role in the Tanzimat reforms and why it became the birthplace of Turkish journalism. The self-guided experience allows you to pause at the stunning Bosphorus views while uncovering stories of royal picnics, diplomatic negotiations, and the revolutionary ideas that echoed through these peaceful pathways. Experience the serene atmosphere while learning about the botanical treasures and architectural gems scattered throughout this historic green oasis.

20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

KIz Kulesi

Gaze upon Istanbul's most romantic landmark, where a tiny island holds centuries of legends, love stories, and strategic importance. Your audio guide unveils the mysterious tale of the princess who was locked away to escape a deadly prophecy and the ingenious defense system that protected Byzantine Constantinople. Discover how this tower served as a lighthouse, customs station, and quarantine center while maintaining its ethereal beauty. Learn about the tragic love affair that made this tower a symbol of eternal devotion and the famous literary works it inspired. The captivating narration reveals the tower's role in naval battles and its transformation into a cultural icon that appears in countless Turkish films and songs. Explore the surrounding legends at your own pace while understanding the geological forces that created this magical setting where Europe and Asia meet.

20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Suleymaniye Mosque

Witness the architectural masterpiece that represents the golden age of Ottoman civilization, designed by the legendary Mimar Sinan for the most powerful sultan in history. Your audio guide reveals the hidden mathematical proportions that create the mosque's perfect acoustics and the innovative engineering that makes the structure earthquake-resistant. Discover the complex's role as a complete social center, including schools, hospitals, and kitchens that fed thousands daily. Learn about Suleiman the Magnificent's personal involvement in the design and the symbolic elements that proclaim Ottoman power to the world. The self-paced exploration allows you to appreciate the intricate calligraphy and Iznik tiles while uncovering the political messages embedded in the architectural details. Experience the spiritual tranquility while learning about the daily life of the scholars and students who made this complex a center of learning and innovation.

20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Galata Tower

Ascend to the medieval watchtower that has witnessed Istanbul's evolution from Byzantine Constantinople to modern metropolis, offering breathtaking panoramic views that span two continents. Your audio guide reveals the tower's origins as part of the Genoese trading colony and its transformation into an Ottoman fire watchtower. Discover the daredevil aviator who made the first successful flight between Europe and Asia from this very spot and the secret tunnels that connected the tower to the Golden Horn. Learn about the tower's role in the conquest of Constantinople and the innovative communication systems that operated from its heights. The immersive narration brings to life the merchants, soldiers, and adventurers who climbed these stairs throughout history, while you explore the architectural evolution that reflects Istanbul's changing identity through the centuries.

20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Dolmabahce Palace

Enter the opulent 19th-century palace where Ottoman sultans embraced European luxury while maintaining their imperial grandeur. Your audio guide reveals the astronomical cost of construction that nearly bankrupted the empire and the innovative technologies that made this palace a marvel of its time. Discover the world's largest Bohemian crystal chandelier and the solid gold bathtub that symbolized the sultan's divine status. Learn about the palace's role in the empire's modernization efforts and the dramatic political events that unfolded in its ornate halls. The self-paced exploration allows you to appreciate the fusion of Ottoman and European architectural styles while uncovering the personal stories of the last sultans who called this palace home. Experience the grandeur while learning about the palace's transformation into the residence of modern Turkey's founder and its continued role in state ceremonies.

20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Rahmi M. Koc Museum

Explore Turkey's premier industrial museum, where steam engines, vintage cars, and maritime artifacts tell the fascinating story of technological innovation and industrial heritage. Your audio guide reveals the personal collection of one of Turkey's most prominent industrialists and the stories behind each carefully preserved machine. Discover the evolution of transportation from horse-drawn carriages to jet engines while learning about Turkey's industrial development. The museum's submarine and restored steam locomotives come alive through engaging narratives that explain their historical significance and technical innovations. Experience hands-on exhibits at your own pace while uncovering the entrepreneurial spirit that drove Turkey's modernization. The immersive storytelling transforms mechanical objects into windows into the past, revealing the human stories behind technological progress and the industrial revolution's impact on Turkish society.

20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Miniaturk

Journey through Turkey's architectural wonders in miniature, where 120 detailed models showcase the country's rich historical and cultural heritage across a beautifully landscaped park. Your audio guide reveals the painstaking craftsmanship behind each 1:25 scale model and the historical significance of monuments from ancient Anatolia to modern Turkey. Discover hidden details in the miniature reconstructions that might be missed in the actual sites, from intricate stone carvings to architectural innovations. Learn about the cultural diversity represented in these models and the stories behind Turkey's most important historical sites. The self-paced exploration allows you to appreciate the artistic skill required to create these masterpieces while gaining insights into Turkey's architectural evolution. Experience the unique perspective of seeing centuries of history laid out in a single location, with engaging narratives that bring each miniature monument to life.

20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Emirgan Park

Wander through Istanbul's most beautiful urban park, where Ottoman elegance meets natural splendor in a setting that has inspired poets and artists for centuries. Your audio guide reveals the park's transformation from a private estate to a public treasure and the royal hunting parties that once roamed these grounds. Discover the rare tree species from around the world and the architectural gems hidden throughout the landscaped gardens. Learn about the famous tulip festivals that make this park a spring destination and the Ottoman tradition of outdoor leisure that shaped its design. The immersive narration brings to life the social history of this green oasis while you explore the pavilions and viewpoints that offer stunning Bosphorus vistas. Experience the seasonal changes in the park's character while understanding its role in Istanbul's urban development and its importance as a refuge from the city's bustling energy.

20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
1. Complete Flexibility - Tour at Your Own Pace: This is a self-guided audio tour, NOT a GPS-guided tour. You have complete freedom to choose which attractions to visit, explore in any order you prefer, start and finish wherever you like, and even split the tour across multiple days. Spend as much time as you want at each location and take breaks whenever needed.

2. How You'll Receive Your Tour Materials: On your selected travel date, before your start time, you'll receive your private access links through your booking platform's messaging system. Link 1 provides your complete audio guide playlist featuring all attractions, and Link 2 gives you your interactive itinerary map with individual guides for each location. Simply click each link and select "Proceed to external site" to access your materials—your links lead directly to trusted platforms (SoundCloud and Google Maps) where your private tour content is hosted. Your private access links remain valid until your tour is complete (maximum 6 days), giving you complete flexibility to explore at your own pace. If you experience any difficulty accessing your audio guides or itinerary map, please contact us and we'll be happy to assist you.
3. Using Your Audio Guides (Link 1 - SoundCloud): Open the SoundCloud link in your web browser (Safari, Chrome, etc.). You'll see a playlist of all attraction audio guides organized in a suggested order. You can listen before your tour to plan which attractions interest you most, or play them as you arrive at each location. Simply scroll through the playlist, tap any attraction to play its audio guide, and use play/pause controls as needed throughout your tour.
4. Using Your Interactive Map (Link 2 - Google My Maps): Open the Google My Maps link in your web browser - not the Google Maps app. You'll see all attractions marked with headphone icons. Navigate by either tapping directly on any headphone icon on the map, or tapping the tour title below the map to view a complete list of attractions. When you select an attraction, a popup window appears with a clickable link to that location's audio guide.
5. What to Bring & Prepare: Essential items: headphones/earphones, fully charged smartphone, and internet access. Before your visit, review both links to familiarize yourself with the attractions and audio content, then decide your priorities and create your own route or follow our suggested order.

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Istanbul Self-Guided Audio Tour?

A: This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Istanbul Self-Guided Audio Tour?

A:

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

Apr 2025

Q: What's included in the price?

A:

The following is included:

Private access links validity up to 6 days.
Private access link to the audio guide in one playlist for 12 attractions.
Private access link to a tour itinerary map of 12 attractions with audio guide individually.

The following is NOT included:

Entry fees (wherever required).
Transportations (pick-up and drop-off).

Apr 2025

Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?

A:

There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025

Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?

A:

If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025

Q: Is this an accessible tour?

A:

Accessibility information for the Istanbul Self-Guided Audio Tour is as follows:

Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Apr 2025

Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?

A:

Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Istanbul Self-Guided Audio Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

Mar 2024

Q: How long does a refund take to reach my card, and can I get it faster?

A:

Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.

Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.

If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.

Oct 2026

Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
1. Complete Flexibility - Tour at Your Own Pace: This is a self-guided audio tour, NOT a GPS-guided tour. You have complete freedom to choose which attractions to visit, explore in any order you prefer, start and finish wherever you like, and even split the tour across multiple days. Spend as much time as you want at each location and take breaks whenever needed.

2. How You'll Receive Your Tour Materials: On your selected travel date, before your start time, you'll receive your private access links through your booking platform's messaging system. Link 1 provides your complete audio guide playlist featuring all attractions, and Link 2 gives you your interactive itinerary map with individual guides for each location. Simply click each link and select "Proceed to external site" to access your materials—your links lead directly to trusted platforms (SoundCloud and Google Maps) where your private tour content is hosted. Your private access links remain valid until your tour is complete (maximum 6 days), giving you complete flexibility to explore at your own pace. If you experience any difficulty accessing your audio guides or itinerary map, please contact us and we'll be happy to assist you.
3. Using Your Audio Guides (Link 1 - SoundCloud): Open the SoundCloud link in your web browser (Safari, Chrome, etc.). You'll see a playlist of all attraction audio guides organized in a suggested order. You can listen before your tour to plan which attractions interest you most, or play them as you arrive at each location. Simply scroll through the playlist, tap any attraction to play its audio guide, and use play/pause controls as needed throughout your tour.
4. Using Your Interactive Map (Link 2 - Google My Maps): Open the Google My Maps link in your web browser - not the Google Maps app. You'll see all attractions marked with headphone icons. Navigate by either tapping directly on any headphone icon on the map, or tapping the tour title below the map to view a complete list of attractions. When you select an attraction, a popup window appears with a clickable link to that location's audio guide.
5. What to Bring & Prepare: Essential items: headphones/earphones, fully charged smartphone, and internet access. Before your visit, review both links to familiarize yourself with the attractions and audio content, then decide your priorities and create your own route or follow our suggested order.

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Availability, Errors, and Inaccuracies
We are constantly updating Our offerings of Goods or Services on the Service. The Goods or Services available on Our Service may be mispriced, described inaccurately, or unavailable, and We may experience delays in updating information regarding our Goods or Services on the Service and in Our advertising on other websites.

We cannot and do not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of any information, including prices, product images, specifications, availability, and services. We reserve the right to change or update information and to correct errors, inaccuracies, or omissions at any time without prior notice.

Prices Policy
The Company reserves the right to revise its prices at any time prior to accepting an Order.

Payments
Payment can be made through various payment methods we have available, such as Visa, MasterCard, Discover, and American Express. Payment cards (credit cards or debit cards) are subject to validation checks and authorization by Your card issuer. If we do not receive the required authorization, We will not be liable for any delay of Your Order.

Promotions

Any Promotions made available through the Service may be governed by rules that are separate from these Terms.

If You participate in any Promotions, please review the applicable rules as well as our Privacy policy. If the rules for a Promotion conflict with these Terms, the Promotion rules will apply.

User Accounts

When You create an account with Us, You must provide Us information that is accurate, complete, and current at all times. Failure to do so constitutes a breach of the Terms, which may result in immediate termination of Your account on Our Service.

You are responsible for safeguarding the password that You use to access the Service and for any activities or actions under Your password, whether Your password is with Our Service or a Third-Party Social Media Service.

You agree not to disclose Your password to any third party. You must notify Us immediately upon becoming aware of any breach of security or unauthorized use of Your account.

You may not use as a username the name of another person or entity or that is not lawfully available for use, a name or trademark that is subject to any rights of another person or entity other than You without appropriate authorization, or a name that is otherwise offensive, vulgar or obscene.

Intellectual Property

The Service and its original content (excluding Content provided by You or other users), features, and functionality are and will remain the exclusive property of the Company and its licensors.

The Service is protected by copyright, trademark, and other laws of both the Country and foreign countries.

Our trademarks and trade dress may not be used in connection with any product or service without the prior written consent of the Company.

Your Feedback to Us

You assign all rights, title, and interest in any Feedback You provide the Company. If for any reason such assignment is ineffective, You agree to grant the Company a non-exclusive, perpetual, irrevocable, royalty-free, worldwide right and license to use, reproduce, disclose, sub-license, distribute, modify and exploit such Feedback without restriction.

Links to Other Websites

Our Service may contain links to third-party websites or services that are not owned or controlled by the Company.

The Company has no control over and assumes no responsibility for, the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party websites or services. You further acknowledge and agree that the Company shall not be responsible or liable, directly or indirectly, for any damage or loss caused or alleged to be caused by or in connection with the use of or reliance on any such content, goods or services available on or through any such web sites or services.

We strongly advise You to read the terms and conditions and privacy policies of any third-party websites or services that You visit.

Cancellation Policies

Cool Shore Excursions uses three different cancellation policies, depending on your specific Tour or Activity. Please be sure to verify which one applies to your chosen experience before confirming your Booking.

This information can be found on every Experience we offer under the Cancellation Policy section, as well as on the checkout page.

Standard Cancellation Policy — A majority of our activity cancellations are free up to 24 hours before the activity commencement time (based on the local time of the activity).

All Sales Final — If any Goods or Services are designated as ‘All Sales Final’ or with materially similar messaging (which includes but is not limited to all group bookings booked through our Group Bookings Department), it is non-refundable, and it will not be possible to change or cancel it after making a Booking for any reason.

Non-Standard Cancellation Policy — A minority of Goods or Services have other, different cancellation policies. In all circumstances, you must check the cancellation policy contained in the applicable Product listing at the time of your Booking, which is the policy that will apply to and govern the terms of your cancellation and any refunds.

Cancelling Your Reservation

To cancel your Reservation you must contact Cool Shore Excursions as soon as possible.

Cancellation Due To Bad Weather
If your Activity Operator must cancel due to bad weather and cannot accommodate you on another day, you will be issued a refund. Please be aware before issuing a refund, Cool Shore Excursions will confirm if this is the case. Please note, this is only a valid reason if the Tour Operator cancels the tour.

If Tour Operator Cancels Tour or Excursion
If, for some reason, a Tour Operator cancels and cannot accommodate you on another day or at another time, you will be offered a refund and the option to take the trip. In the event of cancellation due to bad weather, Cool Shore Excursions will confirm this before authorizing a refund.

Refunds

No refunds are available once an Experience has commenced, or for any package components that have started to be utilized.
- If your Experience materially differed from its description, please contact us within 7 days. We investigate every report and, where warranted, will provide an appropriate remedy.
- Credit card disputes filed for services delivered as described are contested with full documentation, including redemption records, and this agreement.
Wherever possible, refunds are handled via our automated online system. In some cases, your refund request will require verification from various parties, and that work is done exclusively via email.
Approved refunds will be issued to your original method of payment within thirty (30 days) from the date of the approval.

Adjusting Your Reservation

Contact our office directly to make any adjustments to your reservations. If you call and reach voicemail, please leave a message including time, date, number of guests attending, and the name of the Tour or Excursion.
If you adjust your reservation, a voucher will be issued and applied to your new reservation date. Subsequently, a revised confirmation will be emailed to you.
If the newly adjusted Activity is canceled for any reason, a store credit will be issued. A non-refundable change fee of $25 per adult ticket will be applied at the time of reservation change.

Customer Responsibility

Showing Up Late
If you or a member of your party shows up late and are consequently not able to participate you will still be responsible for the full amount of the Tour, Activity, or Excursion.

No Shows
If you, or a member of your party, do not show up for your Tour, Activity, or Excursion you will be responsible for the full amount of reservation.

Unsatisfactory Activity Experience
If you experience an issue of any sort with a Tour, Activity, or Excursion you have booked via Cool Shore Excursions, immediately bring this to the attention of the Tour, Activity, or Excursion’s operator. Make your concerns and complaints heard with the person in charge so that you may reach an agreeable solution immediately. Do not wait until you return from your vacation. If, for some reason, you feel a partial or full refund is merited, you must make this known on the same day of your Tour or Excursion.

Payment Dispute Policy

If You have any concerns or disputes about the Service, You agree first to try to resolve the dispute informally by contacting the Company.

Termination

We may terminate or suspend Your Account immediately, without prior notice or liability, for any reason whatsoever, including without limitation if You breach these Terms and Conditions.

Upon termination, Your right to use the Service will cease immediately. If You wish to terminate Your Account, You may simply discontinue using the Service.

Limitation of Liability

Notwithstanding any damages that You might incur, the entire liability of the Company and any of its suppliers under any provision of this Terms and Your exclusive remedy for all of the foregoing shall be limited to the amount actually paid by You through the Service or 100 USD if You haven’t purchased anything through the Service.

To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, in no event shall the Company or its suppliers be liable for any special, incidental, indirect, or consequential damages whatsoever (including, but not limited to, damages for loss of profits, loss of data or other information, for business interruption, for personal injury, loss of privacy arising out of or in any way related to the use of or inability to use the Service, third-party software and/or third-party hardware used with the Service, or otherwise in connection with any provision of this Terms), even if the Company or any supplier has been advised of the possibility of such damages and even if the remedy fails of its essential purpose.

Arrangements set forth in Your Booking are made solely for the convenience of the Ticket Holder and are at Ticket Holder’s risk. The Providers of such Services are independent contractors and are not acting as agents or representatives of Cool Shore Excursions, or their respective affiliates or subsidiaries. In no event shall Cool Shore Excursions be liable for any accident or harm to Ticket Holders, which occurs as a result of any acts, omissions, or negligence of any independent contractors.

Some states do not allow the exclusion of implied warranties or limitation of liability for incidental or consequential damages, which means that some of the above limitations may not apply. In these states, each party’s liability will be limited to the greatest extent permitted by law.

“AS IS” and “AS AVAILABLE” Disclaimer

The Service is provided to You “AS IS” and “AS AVAILABLE” and with all faults and defects without warranty of any kind. To the maximum extent permitted under applicable law, the Company, on its own behalf and on behalf of its Affiliates and its and their respective licensors and service providers, expressly disclaims all warranties, whether express, implied, statutory or otherwise, with respect to the Service, including all implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, title and non-infringement, and warranties that may arise out of course of dealing, course of performance, usage or trade practice. Without limitation to the foregoing, the Company provides no warranty or undertaking, and makes no representation of any kind that the Service will meet Your requirements, achieve any intended results, be compatible or work with any other software, applications, systems or services, operate without interruption, meet any performance or reliability standards or be error free or that any errors or defects can or will be corrected.

Without limiting the foregoing, neither the Company nor any of the company’s provider makes any representation or warranty of any kind, express or implied: (i) as to the operation or availability of the Service, or the information, content, and materials or products included thereon; (ii) that the Service will be uninterrupted or error-free; (iii) as to the accuracy, reliability, or currency of any information or content provided through the Service; or (iv) that the Service, its servers, the content, or e-mails sent from or on behalf of the Company are free of viruses, scripts, trojan horses, worms, malware, timebombs or other harmful components.

Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion of certain types of warranties or limitations on applicable statutory rights of a consumer, so some or all of the above exclusions and limitations may not apply to You. But in such a case the exclusions and limitations set forth in this section shall be applied to the greatest extent enforceable under applicable law.

Governing Law

The laws of the Country, excluding its conflicts of law rules, shall govern this Terms and Your use of the Service. Your use of the Application may also be subject to other local, state, national, or international laws.

For European Union (EU) Users

If You are a European Union consumer, you will benefit from any mandatory provisions of the law of the country in which you are resident in.

United States Federal Government End Use Provisions

If You are a U.S. federal government end user, our Service is a “Commercial Item” as that term is defined at 48 C.F.R. §2.101.

United States Legal Compliance

You represent and warrant that (i) You are not located in a country that is subject to the United States government embargo, or that has been designated by the United States government as a “terrorist supporting” country, and (ii) You are not listed on any United States government list of prohibited or restricted parties.

Severability and Waiver

Severability
If any provision of these Terms is held to be unenforceable or invalid, such provision will be changed and interpreted to accomplish the objectives of such provision to the greatest extent possible under applicable law and the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect.

Waiver
Except as provided herein, the failure to exercise a right or to require performance of an obligation under this Terms shall not effect a party’s ability to exercise such right or require such performance at any time thereafter nor shall be the waiver of a breach constitute a waiver of any subsequent breach.

Translation Interpretation

These Terms and Conditions may have been translated if We have made them available to You on our Service.

You agree that the original English text shall prevail in the case of a dispute.

Changes to These Terms and Conditions

We reserve the right, at Our sole discretion, to modify or replace these Terms at any time. If a revision is material We will make reasonable efforts to provide at least 30 days’ notice prior to any new terms taking effect. What constitutes a material change will be determined at Our sole discretion.

By continuing to access or use Our Service after those revisions become effective, You agree to be bound by the revised terms. If You do not agree to the new terms, in whole or in part, please stop using the website and the Service.