1 Application
This document details the terms and conditions for the provision of Services by PCCWG, which supplements the Specific Terms of the Services. The Customer is deemed to have accepted the Conditions and the relevant Service offerings when applying for the Services. To the extent any of the Conditions conflicts with any of the Specific Terms (as defined in PCCWG’s general terms and conditions set out at https://www.pccwglobal.com/terms-and-conditions/) of the Services, the Conditions shall prevail.
2 Definitions and Interpretation
2.1 Unless the context says otherwise:
“Acceptable Use Policy” means the Acceptable Use Policy of Sify in relation to the Services, a copy of which is set out in Appendix A to the Conditions.
“Application” means a request for Services made by the Customer which may be oral or written by completing a relevant PCCWG service order form.
“CA” means the Communications Authority established by section 3 of the Communications Authority Ordinance (Cap.616) or its successor. “Conditions” means the terms and conditions in this document namely clauses 1 to 15 (both inclusive).
“Contract” means the agreement between the Customer and PCCWG for the provision of Services comprising these Conditions, the Service Offerings, the Application and any policies or user guides issued and revised by PCCWG from time to time.
“Customer” means any person, firm or entity
(a) which has applied for a Service;
(b) which has used the Service, but has not applied for that Service; or
(c) as stated in the Application.
”Equipment” means equipment (including software relating thereto) which is provided by PCCWG for the provision of a Service to the Customer and which is installed at the Customer’s premises, excluding the Customer’s equipment or third party equipment.
“Hong Kong” has the meaning ascribed to that term in the Interpretation and General Clauses Ordinance (Cap.1).
“Licence” means the relevant licence issued to PCCWG and includes any replacement of it. “Network” means the network established, maintained and/or operated by PCCWG in accordance with the Licence.
“Ordinance” means the Telecommunications Ordinance (Cap.106) and includes any replacement of or amendment to it.
“Services” or “Service” means the services offered by PCCWG to the Customer involving a port located in India or a connection to a port located in India.
“Special Conditions” means the special terms and conditions (if any) set out in the Service Offerings or the Application which are applicable to the Services.
“Service Offerings” in respect of a Service means the description of the Service, the charges and any Special Conditions, as amended and published by PCCWG from time to time.
“Sify” means Sify Technologies Limited or its Affiliate(s).
“PCCWG” means PCCW Global Limited and includes any of its successors, transferees or assignees.
“PCCWG’s Standard Business Hours” means 9:00 am to 6:00pm Monday to Friday excluding gazetted public holidays in Hong Kong.
2.2 Unless the context says otherwise:
(a) A reference to a clause is a reference to a clause of these Conditions.
(b) Where a word or phrase is given a particular meaning, other parts of speech and grammatical forms of that word or phrase have corresponding meanings.
(c) The singular includes the plural and conversely.
(d) Headings to clauses are used for convenience of reference only and do not form a part of the clauses.
(e) If there is a conflict between the Conditions and the Service Offerings (excluding the Special Conditions) the Conditions will prevail to the extent of the conflict. If there is a conflict between the
Conditions and the Special Conditions then the Special Conditions will prevail to the extent of the conflict.
(f) Any correspondence which is required to be given in writing can be given by prepaid post.
(g) A reference to a “day” refers to a calendar day.
3 Provision of Services
3.1 Where PCCWG has accepted an Application from the Customer, PCCWG will provide the Services subject to the terms of the Contract.
3.2 PCCWG does not guarantee continuous provision of or fault free Services or performance at a particular speed, bandwidth or data throughput rate. In the event of a fault in the Service, the Customer shall immediately notify PCCWG. PCCWG will determine the appropriate methods for providing the Services and the route along which a Service is delivered to the Customer. PCCWG may change the method and delivery route from time to time without informing the Customer. PCCWG may replace or vary an existing Service at any time if the variation does not result in any material deterioration in the quality of the Service.
3.3 The provision of a Service to the Customer is subject to (i) the Customer providing such information as may be reasonably requested by PCCWG and which meets PCCWG’s credit policy requirements, (ii) the Customer submitting the Customer Acquisition Form and other applicable documents required as per the prevailing regulations, and (iii) PPCWG’s acceptable of the Customer’s Application at its discretion. By submitting an Application to PCCWG, Customer warrants that all information Customer provides to PCCWG in an Application is true and correct and that PCCWG may rely upon it.
3.4 PCCWG will repair faults that occur on a date agreed with the Customer unless otherwise provided, or if the Customer has entered into an alternative maintenance arrangement with PCCWG. In some cases a temporary repair may be performed to enable the Customer to use the Service before permanent repair is effected.
3.5 For Internet and data connectivity Service, the access speed specified for each circuit or access port is the maximum data transfer capacity or throughput (measured in bits per second) that PCCWG has configured the circuit or access port for. In any case actual access speed will be affected by Customer’s usage levels, network line condition, network configuration, resource availability and extraneous factors.
3.6 Customer shall (i) be responsible for placing the order with correct information, (ii) establish and maintain all in-building/ in-premise cabling at the site (including all cross-connects) from the Service demarcation point to Customer’s own equipment and comply with any requirements of the site provider in relation to that cabling, (iii) supply and configure Customer’s own compatible equipment to connect to the Services, (iv) follow PCCWG”s operational procedures, technical specifications and other reasonable directions provided by PCCWG in relation to the Service, (v) ensure that Customer does not (and its agents, contractors and third-party suppliers do not) damage any equipment, network, or sites PCCWG uses to provide the Services.
4 Use of Services
4.1 The Customer shall use the Services in accordance with the terms and conditions of the Contract, all applicable laws, regulations and codes of conduct and the Acceptable Use Policy. The Customer shall also (i) comply with PCCWG’s reasonable directions concerning Customer’s use of the Service, (ii) be responsible for all information and data transmitted or accessed using the Service, including by encrypting the data it chooses to transmit through the network; and (iii) be responsible for any of its agents, employees, contractors, or other service providers who have access to the Service. If PCCWG reasonably believes that the Customer, or someone with access to the Services, is using the Services in a way that breaches the Acceptable Use Policy, PCCWG may take any responsive action PCCWG considers appropriate.
4.2 Subject to the Contract, the Customer may allow any person to use the Service provided that the Customer will remain liable to PCCWG for all charges incurred thereby and for any and all liabilities or obligations arising under the Contract. The Customer shall be liable for all charges incurred through the use of the Service whether such charges were incurred with or without the consent of the Customer.
4.3 If the Customer vacates the premises at which the Service is provided without cancelling the Service, the Customer will be liable for any charges outstanding in respect of the use of the Services and any charges incurred in respect of the Services by any person who commences occupation of the premises or remains in occupation after the Customer has vacated the premises, or by any other person whom such person permits to use the Services.
4.4 The Customer must not use or permit another person to use the Service:
(a) in connection with, or in, the commission of an
offence against the laws of Hong Kong or other applicable laws of subscribed service in another countries;
(b) for the purposes of resale or sublease of the Service, unless otherwise agreed by PCCWG in writing;
(c) in any manner which infringes any rights (including intellectual property rights) of any third party;
(d) for the purpose of sending large volume of advertising material or message;
(e) in any manner which interferes with, impedes or impairs the use or operation of, or do anything likely to interfere with, impede or impair the use or operation of the Network or Services; or
(f) for purposes not authorised by PCCWG.
4.5 The Customer must:
(a) comply with any written notice from PCCWG in relation to the modifications of any apparatus including machinery, engines, meters, lamps, transformers or fittings (“apparatus”), or other action to be taken, to eliminate the interference, impedance or impairment or the likelihood of the interference, impedance or impairment;
(b) permit or obtain the necessary permission to enable PCCWG’s employees or agents to enter any premises to inspect any apparatus, which is, or may be, causing or likely to cause, any interference or damage to the Network; and
4.6 The Customer shall indemnify and hold harmless PCCWG, its employees and agents against all claims, liability, losses or damages which PCCWG suffers or incurs as a result of:
(a) any acts or omissions of the Customer;
(b) any claims by any person relating to the use of the Service, or its resupply, by the Customer;
(c) a breach by the Customer of the Contract;
(d) any illegal or unauthorised activity by the Customer;
(e) any claims by any person in relation to the use of the Service by the Customer (including any claims for infringement of any intellectual property rights or any claims arising out of or relating to carrying material of obscene, indecent or defamatory nature); and
(f) any injury or damage to property suffered by PCCWG in the course of access to the Customer’s designated premises for the purpose of supply of the Service.
5 Access to Premises
5.1 The Customer must allow or obtain the required permission to enable PCCWG’s employees or agents to enter at all reasonable times into the premises where the Services will be provided to inspect, test, install, maintain, replace and remove the Services or Equipment prior to, during and after the provision of the Services, as well as to inspect any other equipment used in or in connection with the Services. The Customer will provide safe access to the premises and safe conditions for PCCWG’s employees or agents whilst in the premises.
5.2 Provision of Services is subject to PCCWG gaining access to the building and the Customer’s premises to install the necessary facilities including equipment and wiring and in some situation access to the use of any in-situ wires in the Customer’s building or premises. The Customer will provide necessary assistance to facilitate such access including:
(a) liaising with the respective Building Management Office (BMO), data centre operator or relevant authority, and settling cross connection charge or any surcharges that may be imposed (one-off and monthly recurring); and
(b) where internal wiring work is required, to remove and reinstate any interior furnishings that may be
affected; provide necessary tools such as construction platform and seeking permission to drill holes. PCCWG may cancel the Application without any liability to the Customer if access is denied or necessary arrangement(s) are not made or it is not technically or commercially feasible to install the required facilities to provide the Services.
6 Equipment
6.1 PCCWG will endeavour to deliver and install such Equipment as agreed with the Customer to the agreed installation site on the date determined by PCCWG or agreed with the Customer. The title to the Equipment delivered and/or installed shall remain with PCCWG and the risk of loss or damage shall be borne by the Customer.
6.2 The Customer must:
(a) provide a suitable place for the Equipment to be installed;
(b) provide proper and adequate lighting, air- conditioning, fire protection, approved power supply, approved wiring and any other special requirements as informed by PCCWG;
(c) obtain any consents required for the installation and connection of the Equipment;
(d) provide safe conditions for the installation of the
Equipment;
(e) not misuse the Equipment and will follow any directions from PCCWG and the manufacturer regarding the use of the Equipment;
(f) leave the Equipment where it was installed and never interfere with the Equipment or any identifying marks or numbers on it unless authorised in writing by PCCWG;
(g) protect the Equipment from radio or electrical interference, abnormal environmental conditions and any other risks; and
(h) not use or allow others to use the Equipment for any purpose other than that for which the Equipment was provided.
6.3 (a) Any equipment which the Customer intends to connect to the Network must:
(i) be approved by PCCWG in writing prior to any connection, and (ii) comply with the technical standards as advised by PCCWG from time to time.
(b) At the time of application for any Services the
Customer must provide all details regarding the equipment which it intends to connect to the Network. PCCWG may reject the application if the required information is not provided or in PCCWG’s reasonable view, the equipment does not comply with PCCWG’s technical standards.
(c) PCCWG may at any time disconnect the
Customer’s equipment connected to the Network if:
(i) the equipment so connected is different from the details provided by the Customer;
(ii) there is any malfunction of the equipment; or
(iii) the Services to the Customer are terminated or discontinued for whatever reason.
6.4 For the sale and rental of Equipment, the following conditions shall apply:
(a) Equipment is for the sole use of the Customer and in connection with the Service. The Equipment is not for resale or for use with other services or products.
(b) Equipment sold (excluding consumables) will be warranted to be free from defect in workmanship and material under normal use and service for a period of 90 days from the date of purchase (“Warranty”). During the warranty period, PCCWG will at its own option and cost replace and repair the Equipment or any parts of the Equipment except replacements and repairs caused by any of the events set out in paragraph (d).
(c) During the rental period of Equipment, PCCWG will at its own option and cost replace and repair the Equipment or any parts of the Equipment except replacements and repairs causedby any of the events set out in paragraph (d).
(d) PCCWG does not have any obligations to replace or repair any Equipment caused by: accident, negligence or improper use; modification, repair or alteration not authorised by PCCWG; removal or relocation of Equipment without the approval of PCCWG; or non-compliance of the environmental conditions for the installation of the Equipment.
(e) PCCWG has the right to terminate the rental or applicable Warranty if:
(i) any alteration, modification or repair is made to the Equipment without the authorisation of PCCWG;
(ii) the Equipment has been used in connection with any parts not approved by PCCWG;
(iii) the serial number on the Equipment has been
removed, defaced or altered; or
(iv) the Equipment is re-sold or transferred by the Customer without the written approval of PCCWG.
(f) PCCWG shall be entitled to charge the Customer repair or replacement cost and other testing or handling charges in respect of the Equipment or any part of the Equipment not covered by the Warranty.
(g) Risk of loss or damage to the Equipment shall pass to the Customer on installation. For sale of Equipment, title in the said Equipment shall not pass until full payment of the purchase price is received by PCCWG. Title shall not pass for Equipment on rental.
(h) The Customer shall provide suitable environment as instructed by PCCWG for installation of the Equipment.
(i) On termination or expiration of the rental period the Customer shall permit PCCWG to access the premises where the Equipment is installed to remove the Equipment.
(j) The rental period is more than and equal to 30 days, On expiration of the rental period, the Equipment on rental shall continue on a monthly
basis until otherwise terminated by either party by giving to the other no less than 30 days’ written notice or otherwise extended.
(k) The rental period equals to 2 hours or less than 30 days, on expiration of the rental period, the Equipment on rental shall continue on a daily basis until otherwise terminated by either party by giving to the other no less than 1 day’s written notice or otherwise extended.
(l) The rental period equals to 1 hour or less than 48 hours, on expiration of the rental period, the Equipment on rental shall continue on a daily basis until otherwise terminated by either party by giving to the other no less than 1 hour’s written notice or otherwise extended.
7 Charges for Services and Payments
7.1 All charges for Services will be as specified in the Application or the Service Offerings. PCCWG may amend any charges in the Service Offerings and may not necessarily inform the Customer prior to effecting any changes to the Service Offerings.
7.2 The Customer shall pay PCCWG the full amount of the charges for Services as specified in the statement from PCCWG without deduction or set-off. Charges for Services are exclusive of any applicable taxes, withholdings of any kind, surcharges, duties or other similar charges assessed or imposed by any competent governmental authority on, or in relation to the Service (“Taxes”) or any electricity charges or any third party charges. In addition to all other charges and amounts payable under the Contract, the Customer shall be solely responsible for payment of any Taxes. The Customer shall not deduct any Taxes from the charges payable to PCCWG. Electricity charges will be calculated according to PCCWG’s records and will be subject to upward adjustment from time to time according to rates published by electricity supplier.
7.3 Charges are payable from the date when the Service is ready for operation or connected except for charges which are based on usage. All periodical and rental charges are payable in advance.
7.4 Charges payable based on usage will be calculated by reference to the details of such usage as are recorded by PCCWG.
7.5 Where services of a third party is accessed using the Service, the Customer shall pay charges relating to the services of that third party to PCCWG on demand.
7.6 Unless otherwise stated by PCCWG, statements for charges payable will be rendered through electronic means in accordance with PCCWG’s normal billing cycle for the type of Service provided. Any such charges are due and payable by the Customer to PCCWG by the date or within the time specified in the relevant statement from PCCWG. Statements for Taxes payable by the Customer will be rendered by PCCWG from time to time upon its receipt of request or notice from the competent governmental authority. Charges for Taxes are due and payable by the Customer to PCCWG by the date or within the time specified in the relevant statement from PCCWG. The Customer shall be solely responsible for any late payment interest or penalty charges imposed by the relevant governmental authority if it fails to make payment on or before the payment due date as specified in the relevant statement.
7.7 If the Customer has paid an amount of charges in advance and that the amount is less than the amount of charges payable for that period (including the effect of variation to charges during a period), the Customer shall pay to PCCWG for the difference between the amount paid in advance and the amount of charges so payable.
7.8 Notwithstanding the foregoing PCCWG may at any time issue an interim statement for charges due at the date of issue requiring payment of those charges immediately or within a specified period, and on issue of such an interim statement or demand, those charges are so due and payable by the Customer to PCCWG.
7.9 Payment by cheque will be deemed to be unpaid until the cheque has been cleared and the Customer will be liable to PCCWG for any bank fees incurred for dishonoured cheque.
7.10 Where any amount due by the Customer to PCCWG in respect of charges payable remains unpaid on the date on which it is due, without prejudicing any other remedies available to PCCWG, all charges payable by the Customer under the Customer’s account(s) with PCCWG shall become due immediately and payable by the Customer on demand and PCCWG shall have the right to suspend all other Services subscribed under the Customer’s account(s).
7.11 The Customer will continue to be responsible for all charges for the Service between the time of suspension and the actual termination of the Service.
7.12 Where the total charges payable in any account rendered do not amount to a multiple of 5 cents, the total charges may be rounded down to the nearest 5 cent multiple. The Customer will not be liable for the difference between the total charges and the total charges which have been rounded down, which difference will be withdrawn.
7.13 If there is any dispute relating to the charges for Services, the records of PCCWG will be conclusive evidence of the charges payable by the Customer.
7.14 The Customer shall pay for all charges for Services on or before the payment due date set out in the relevant statement of account from PCCWG.
7.15 Unless otherwise agreed, PCCWG will provide consolidated account for all Services provided by PCCWG and charges under consolidated account will be collected by PCCWG using one of the payment methods chosen by the Customer.
7.16 PCCWG may vary the charges at any time on thirty (30) days’ notice: (i) for a Service that does not have a Minimum Contract Period (as defined in PCCWG’s general terms and conditions set out at https://www.pccwglobal.com/terms-and-conditions/); or (ii) for a Service PCCWG continues to provide on a month-to-month basis after the Minimum Contract Period (as defined in PCCWG’s general terms and conditions set out at https://www.pccwglobal.com/terms-and-conditions/) has expired.
8 Security for Payment of Charges
8.1 At any time PCCWG may require the Customer:
(a) to provide a security deposit for charges incurred or will be incurred for the Service; or
(b) to pay in advance the whole or part of the charges which will be or may be estimated to be incurred for the Service.
8.2 The receipt by PCCWG of such a security or advance payment will not relieve the Customer from compliance with the Contract as to payment of periodical charges in advance, nor constitute a waiver or modification of the terms and conditions of the Contract for the suspension or termination of a Service for non-payment of any charges.
8.3 If the Customer has provided security or paid charges in advance, the Customer is entitled on termination of the Service to the release or refund of any security or any advance not required to cover charges outstanding at the time of termination provided the Customer submits its request in writing to PCCWG within six (6) months of the termination of Service.
8.4 Security or advance payment made by the Customer is not risk free. In the unlikely event that PCCWG goes into liquidation, there is no guarantee that Customer will receive refund of any security or advance payment, the rights for the Customer to get refund will be subject to the relevant laws and regulations governing liquidation of companies in Hong Kong.
9 Cancellation of Application
9.1 The Customer is not allowed to cancel a Service before the contract expires for any reasons.
10 Suspension, Restriction or Termination of Service
PCCWG may suspend or restrict a Service at any time without notice for any period as it sees fit without being liable to the Customer or any third party for any loss or damage whatsoever resulting from or in connection with the suspension or restriction of the Service:
(a) in an emergency or when PCCWG considers it necessary in order to safeguard provision of Services or the Network or when PCCWG considers it necessary in order to protect any person or equipment;
(b) while payment of charges for the Services is
overdue;
(c) if PCCWG is unable to locate the Customer at the address notified by the Customer and has reason to believe that the Customer is no longer residing at that address;
(d) if in the reasonable opinion of PCCWG there is, has been or may be unauthorised or fraudulent use of the Service;
(e) if the Customer becomes bankrupt or insolvent or enters into a scheme of arrangement or composition with the Customer’s creditors or, being a company, is placed in receivership or under official management or has a provisional liquidator appointed;
(f) if the Customer is in breach of the Contract;
(g) if in the reasonable opinion of PCCWG the use of the Service or Equipment by the Customer is causing or may potentially cause damage or any interference to the Network or Equipment or inconvenience to other Customers of PCCWG;
(h) to carry out routine maintenance to the Network or where there are technical problems with the Service;
(i) if the Customer has incurred charges for the Service which has exceeded the credit limit allowable by PCCWG irrespective of whether such credit limit has been communicated to the Customer;
(j) if PCCWG is obliged to comply with a direction or request of the CA or other competent government authorities the related to service subscribed; or
(k) if Customer (or its Affiliate(s)) fails to comply with any law, an order of any government or regulatory body or the Acceptable Use Policy
If PCCWG suspends or restricts a Service, PCCWG will only continue to charge Customer for the Service if the suspension or restriction is due to Customer’s failure to comply with this Agreement or the Acceptable Use Policy.
PCCWG may terminate a Service on notice to Customer:
(a) if PCCWG reasonably determines that Customer poses an unacceptable credit risk.
(b) if PCCWG reasonably believes it needs to do so to comply with any law or any order or request of any government or regulatory body.
(c) if PCCWG is unable to continue to supply a Service to Customer for any reason (including due to technical reasons or the termination of any agreement with its suppliers); or
(d) for any reason, by providing Customer with thirty (30) days’ prior notice if no Minimum Contract Period (as defined in PCCWG’s general terms and conditions set out at https://www.pccwglobal.com/terms-and-conditions/) applies to the Service or the Minimum Contract Period (as defined in PCCWG’s general terms and conditions set out at https://www.pccwglobal.com/terms-and-conditions/) has expired.
11 Service Unavailability Credits
11.1 “Service Unavailability” refers to a failure associated with Sify network only that renders the Service unavailable (i.e. a customer circuit is unable to transmit and receive data).
11.2 Service availability is calculated from the ingress of the Sify network to the egress of the Sify network. Service Availability is defined as:
Service Availability = (((Total number of hours in a Quarter) – (Total outage hours during the Quarter)) / (Total No of hours in a quarter)) *100%
11.3 Service availability is calculated based on outage duration of reported events, as documented in trouble tickets.
11.4 If the availability of the service falls below the target availability for a quarter by one percent (1%), then a service credit of one percent (1%) of the quarterly access charge will be granted, subject to a maximum of five percent (5%) of the quarterly recurring charge.
11.5 To the extent this clause conflicts with any of the Specific Terms of the Services, this clause shall prevail.
12 Personal Data
12.1 The Customer must notify PCCWG promptly of any change of address or any particulars provided to PCCWG which may affect the provision of Services to the Customer.
12.2 In circumstances where PCCWG has obtained from the Customer Personal Data concerning payment instructions for charges due on the Customer’s account, PCCWG may use the said Personal Data to collect all payments due on the Customer’s account for all Services subscribed to by the Customer, including those Services subscribed to by the Customer after the provision of the said Personal Data by the Customer to PCCWG.
13 Exclusions and Limitation of Liability
13.1 To the extent allowed by law, the liability of PCCWG whether arising from a breach of contract or negligence on the part of PCCWG or the employees or agents or contractors or suppliers (including suppliers of the Services or parts of the Services) will be limited to the supply or resupply of the Services, as the case may be or the applicable service level rebates or credits. In any event, the maximum liability of PCCWG shall not exceed the total amount received by PCCWG for the Services during the 12 months period prior to when such claim arose.
13.2 Under no circumstances will PCCWG, its employees, agents or contractors or suppliers (including suppliers of the Services or parts of the Services) be liable in any way whatsoever to the Customer or any other person for any special, indirect or consequential loss or damage, loss of profit, business, revenue, goodwill, use of data or anticipated savings.
13.3 PCCWG will not be liable to the Customer or any person claiming through the Customer for any defaults caused by an event beyond the reasonable control of PCCWG including any repair required for any fault in the Service due to natural disaster; change in government policy and regulations or act of government, misuse or unauthorised use of Services by the Customer or any third party; the Customer’s provided equipment; or abnormal environment conditions.
14 General Provisions
14.1 The Contract represents the entire understanding between PCCWG and the Customer relating to the Services and there are no promises, terms, conditions or obligations, oral or written, expressed or implied, other than those contained in the Contract.
14.2 Each of the provisions of the Conditions is severable and distinct from the others and, if one or more of such provisions is or becomes illegal, invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will not be affected in any way.
14.3 The Contract and any transactions contemplated by the Contract are governed by the law in force in Hong Kong and each party submits to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Hong Kong for determining any disputes concerning the Contract and any transactions contemplated by the Contract.
14.4 The Conditions and the Service Offerings may be translated into Chinese. If there is any inconsistency or conflict between the English version and the Chinese version, or conflict to the act of government or its conditions the English version shall prevail, to the extent of such inconsistency or conflict.
14.5 Any statements, notices or communication by PCCWG to the Customer shall be sufficiently given to the Customer if addressed to the Customer at the address notified to PCCWG by the Customer, by post or email and shall be deemed to have been given and received on the day on which such communication ought to have been received in the ordinary course of such transmission or delivery.
14.6 The Customer shall not assign or transfer any or all of its rights and obligations under the Contract to any third party. PCCWG may at any time assign or transfer any or all of its rights and obligations under the Contract to any person without the Customer’s agreement.
14.7 No delay, neglect or forbearance on the part of PCCWG in enforcing against the Customer any term or condition of the Contract shall either be or be deemed to be a waiver or in any way prejudice any right of PCCWG under the Contract.
14.8 Termination of a Service or the Contract does not operate as a waiver of any breach by a party of any of its provisions and is without prejudice to any rights, liabilities or obligations of any party which have accrued up to the date of termination, including without limitation an obligation to pay any accrued charges.
14.9 These Conditions may be amended from time to time by PCCWG. Such amendments shall become effective when published, advertised or notified to the Customer by such means as PCCWG thinks fit and shall be binding on the Customer if the Customer continues to use any of the Services after the effective date thereof. For the most up-to-date version of these Conditions, the Customer may access PCCWG’s official website https://www.pccwglobal.com/terms-and-conditions/.
15 Third Party Rights
The Contracts (Rights of Third Parties) Ordinance (Cap.623) shall not apply to the Contract. For clarity, a person who is not a party to the Contract shall have no right to enforce the Contract.
Appendix A
Acceptable Use Policy
1) General
a) This Policy sets out the rules that apply to Customer’s use of the Services supplied by Sify.
b) It is to ensure that the use of the Services by customer is lawful and does not interfere with the network or anyone else who uses Sify Services.
c) Each Customer is responsible for ensuring that use of the Services complies with this Policy, even if that use occurred without Customer’s authority. If Customer fails to comply with this Policy, Sify may restrict, suspend or terminate the Services.
2) Using the Services
a) Customer will act responsibly and use the Services for lawful purposes only.
b) Customer must not use or attempt to use or allow the Services to be used to store, send, distribute or otherwise make available any content or material that:
i) is prohibited by or breaches any applicable laws and any other order, regulation, standard, code of practice or guideline or which is likely to be offensive or obscene to a reasonable person;
ii) is confidential or subject to copyright or third-party intellectual property rights (unless Customer has a lawful right to do so);
iii) defames, harasses, threatens or abuses anyone or violates their privacy or misuses their personal data; or
iv) is otherwise illegal, fraudulent or likely to give rise to civil liability or criminal prosecution.
c) Customer must not do anything that endangers any person or the integrity, security or performance of Sify’s network, systems or equipment or that of anyone else. Customer must not use, attempt to use or allow the Services to be used to:
i) obtain or attempt to obtain unauthorised access to Sify’s or anyone else’s equipment, systems, networks or personal data for any purpose;
ii) store, send or distribute any viruses or other harmful programs, codes or malicious software;
iii) store, send or distribute tools designed for compromising security including, but not limited to, password guessing programs, cracking tools, packet sniffers or network probing tools;
iv) hinder, restrict or interfere with the normal operation of Sify’s network or equipment;
v) hinder, restrict or interfere with the ability of other people or systems to use Sify’s Services or any services provided by anyone else
d) This Policy provides examples of restricted behaviour but does not list all restricted behaviours.
3) Security
Customer is responsible for implementing and maintaining the security of its use of the Services, including protecting Customer’s devices, equipment, systems and its own network against unauthorised access. Sify won’t be liable to anyone in any way for any losses or harm suffered to the extent caused (directly or indirectly) by Customer’s failure to encrypt its data.
4) Access to Internet content
a) Customer is responsible for determining the content and information Customer chooses to access on the Internet when using the Services.
b) It is Customer’s responsibility to take all steps Customer considers necessary (including the use of filtering programs) to prevent access to offensive or obscene content on the Internet by children or minors who Customer allows to use the Services.
c) Customer must not use or attempt to use the Services to make inappropriate contact with children or minors who are not otherwise known to Customer.
5) Breach of this Policy
a) If Sify reasonably believes that Customer, or someone with access to the Services, is using the Services in a way that breaches this Policy, Sify may take any responsive action Sify considers appropriate.
b) Sify’s rights to suspend or terminate any Service will be exercised subject to any applicable laws in place in the jurisdiction in which the Services are delivered.