Terms & Conditions

Please read these Terms and Conditions carefully before using the Black Blood website at blackbloodtech.com (the "Site"). By accessing or using the Site, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, please do not use the Site.

1. About Us

The Site is operated by Black Blood Tech Ltd, a community initiative based in the United Kingdom. References to "Black Blood", "we", "us", or "our" in these Terms refer to Black Blood Tech Ltd.

2. Use of the Site

You may use this Site for lawful purposes only. You agree not to:

• Use the Site in any way that violates applicable local, national, or international law or regulation
• Submit false, misleading, or fraudulent information through any form on the Site
• Attempt to gain unauthorised access to any part of the Site or its underlying systems
• Transmit any unsolicited or unauthorised advertising or promotional material
• Reproduce, duplicate, copy, or re-sell any part of the Site in contravention of these Terms
• Use the Site in a way that could damage, disable, or impair its proper operation

3. Donor Registration and Booking

When you register as a donor or submit a donation booking through our Site:

• You confirm that all information provided is accurate, complete, and truthful to the best of your knowledge
• You understand that Black Blood facilitates connections with NHS Blood and Transplant but is not itself a blood collection service
• You acknowledge that final eligibility to donate blood is determined by NHS Blood and Transplant, not by Black Blood
• You understand that submitting a booking form does not guarantee an appointment — our team will contact you to confirm
• You consent to being contacted by the Black Blood team regarding your registration or booking

4. Health Information Disclaimer

Content on this Site relating to blood donation, sickle cell disease, and health matters is provided for general informational and educational purposes only. It does not constitute medical advice and should not be relied upon as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

Always seek the guidance of a qualified healthcare professional with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or blood donation eligibility. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking it because of something you have read on this Site.

For official blood donation eligibility guidance, visit nhsbt.nhs.uk.

5. Volunteer Applications

Submitting a volunteer application through our Site does not create a contract of employment, engagement, or obligation on either party. Black Blood reserves the right to accept or decline any volunteer application at its discretion. Accepted volunteers will be subject to a separate volunteer agreement.

6. Intellectual Property

All content on this Site — including text, graphics, logos, images, and software — is the property of Black Blood Tech Ltd or its content licensors and is protected by applicable copyright and intellectual property laws.

You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, create derivative works from, or publicly display any content from this Site without our prior written consent, except for personal, non-commercial use.

7. Third-Party Links

This Site may contain links to third-party websites, including NHS Blood and Transplant. These links are provided for your convenience only. We have no control over those sites and accept no responsibility for their content, privacy practices, or availability. Linking to a third-party site does not imply endorsement.

8. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by English law, Black Blood Tech Ltd shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising out of or in connection with your use of the Site or our services, including but not limited to:

• Loss of data or information
• Personal injury or health consequences arising from reliance on health information on the Site
• Any errors or omissions in site content
• Unavailability or interruption of the Site

Nothing in these Terms limits our liability for death or personal injury caused by our negligence, fraud or fraudulent misrepresentation, or any other liability that cannot be excluded or limited by English law.

9. Indemnity

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Black Blood Tech Ltd and its officers, directors, employees, and agents from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses (including legal fees) arising from your use of the Site or breach of these Terms.

10. Privacy

Your use of the Site is also governed by our Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy, which are incorporated into these Terms by reference.

11. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms are governed by the laws of England and Wales. Any disputes arising from or in connection with these Terms or your use of the Site shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.

12. Changes to These Terms

We reserve the right to update these Terms at any time. The revised Terms will be posted on this page with an updated date. Your continued use of the Site after any such changes constitutes your acceptance of the new Terms.

13. Contact

If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us at enquire@blackbloodtech.com.