1. Parties

Advertiser:
Southern Poverty Law Center, Inc.
Address: 400 Washington Ave, Montgomery, AL 36104, USA
Phone: 1-334-956-8408
Email: drhuangg@outlook.com
EIN: 63-0598743

Advertising Platform Provider:
Microsoft Corporation (or its affiliates)

2. Purpose

This Agreement outlines the terms and conditions under which Advertiser will use Microsoft Ads to promote its services, campaigns, or initiatives. The advertisements will comply with all applicable laws, regulations, and Microsoft Advertising Policies.

3. Advertising Content

3.1 Content Restrictions:

• All advertising content must comply with Microsoft Advertising Policies, including but not limited to restrictions on hate speech, discrimination, violence, and illegal activities.
• Advertiser warrants that all content submitted for advertising is truthful, accurate, and does not infringe upon any third-party rights.

3.2 Prohibited Content:

• Advertiser agrees not to promote content that violates Microsoft’s prohibited content categories, including but not limited to:
  • Hate speech or discriminatory language
  • Misleading or deceptive claims
  • Illegal activities or products

3.3 Approval Process:

• All advertisements must be submitted to Microsoft Ads for review and approval prior to publication. Microsoft reserves the right to reject or remove any advertisement that does not comply with its policies.

4. Payment Terms

4.1 Billing:

• Advertiser agrees to pay for advertising services based on the payment model selected (e.g., cost-per-click, cost-per-impression).
• Payments will be processed through the payment method provided by Advertiser in their Microsoft Ads account.

4.2 Taxes:

• Advertiser is responsible for any applicable taxes, duties, or fees associated with the advertising services.

4.3 Late Payments:

• Late payments may result in suspension of advertising services until the account is brought up to date.

5. Compliance with Laws

5.1 Legal Compliance:

• Advertiser represents and warrants that all advertisements and promotional materials comply with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including but not limited to consumer protection laws, privacy laws, and anti-discrimination laws.

5.2 Intellectual Property:

• Advertiser warrants that it owns or has obtained all necessary rights, licenses, and permissions to use any intellectual property (e.g., trademarks, logos, images) included in the advertisements.

6. Indemnification

6.1 Indemnity by Advertiser:

• Advertiser agrees to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Microsoft and its affiliates from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, or expenses (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) arising out of or related to:
  • Any breach of this Agreement by Advertiser
  • Any violation of applicable laws or regulations by Advertiser
  • Any infringement of third-party rights by Advertiser’s advertisements

7. Termination

7.1 Termination by Either Party:

• Either party may terminate this Agreement at any time by providing written notice to the other party.

7.2 Effect of Termination:

• Upon termination, Advertiser will remain responsible for all charges incurred up to the effective date of termination.

8. Limitation of Liability

8.1 Disclaimer of Warranties:

• Microsoft Ads are provided "as-is" without warranties of any kind, express or implied.

8.2 Limitation of Liability:

• In no event shall Microsoft be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising out of or related to this Agreement.

9. Miscellaneous

9.1 Governing Law:

• This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Washington, USA.

9.2 Entire Agreement:

• This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the parties and supersedes all prior agreements or understandings, whether written or oral.

9.3 Amendments:

• Any amendments to this Agreement must be made in writing and signed by both parties.

9.4 Severability:

• If any provision of this Agreement is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

10. Acceptance

By submitting advertisements through Microsoft Ads, Advertiser acknowledges that they have read, understood, and agreed to the terms of this Advertising Agreement.

Advertiser Name: Southern Poverty Law Center, Inc.
Date of Acceptance: [Insert Date]

Authorized Representative Signature: ___________________________
Printed Name: [Insert Name]
Title: [Insert Title]