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Last updated: December 26, 2024
These Terms of Service ("Terms") constitute a legally binding agreement between you ("User," "you," or "your") and VentureDeck, Inc. ("VentureDeck," "we," "our," or "us") governing your access to and use of the VentureDeck platform, website, and related services (collectively, the "Services").
By accessing, browsing, or using our Services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms, our Privacy Policy, and all applicable laws and regulations. If you do not agree to these Terms, you may not access or use our Services.
We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Material changes will be communicated via email or prominent notice on our platform. Your continued use of the Services following any modifications constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.
To use our Services, you must:
For Investors: If you participate in investment activities on our platform, you represent that you are an "accredited investor" as defined by applicable securities laws or meet the qualifications required in your jurisdiction to participate in private investment offerings.
To access certain features of the Services, you must create an account. You agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information during registration and to update such information to maintain its accuracy.
You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and for all activities that occur under your account. You must immediately notify us of any unauthorized use of your account or any other security breach.
We may require identity verification for certain account types or activities. You agree to cooperate with our verification processes and provide any requested documentation. Failure to verify your identity may result in restricted access or account termination.
If you use our platform as an entrepreneur, you agree to:
If you use our platform as an investor, you acknowledge and agree that:
If you participate in bounties or provide services through our platform, you agree to deliver work as described, respect project confidentiality requirements, and maintain professional conduct in all interactions.
VentureDeck provides a platform for entrepreneurs to showcase their projects, connect with investors, and build their teams. We facilitate introductions and provide tools for managing fundraising activities but do not provide investment advice, broker-dealer services, or act as a funding intermediary.
We do not guarantee that any project will receive funding or that any investor is accredited. We are not a broker-dealer or investment advisor. Users are responsible for their own due diligence.
We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any part of our Services at any time, with or without notice. We will make reasonable efforts to notify users of material changes.
You retain ownership of all content you submit, post, or display through our Services ("User Content"), including pitch decks, business plans, messages, and profile information. You are solely responsible for the accuracy, legality, and appropriateness of your User Content.
By submitting User Content, you grant VentureDeck a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, modify, adapt, publish, and display such content solely for the purpose of operating and improving our Services. This license terminates when you delete your User Content or account, except where shared with other users.
You agree not to submit content that:
The Services, including all text, graphics, logos, software, and other materials ("VentureDeck Content"), are owned by or licensed to VentureDeck and are protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, modify, distribute, or create derivative works from VentureDeck Content without our prior written consent.
"VentureDeck," our logo, and other marks are trademarks of VentureDeck, Inc. You may not use our trademarks without prior written permission.
Certain features or services may require payment. Fees will be clearly disclosed before you incur any charges. All fees are non-refundable unless otherwise stated or required by law.
For bounty-related transactions, project owners are responsible for funding bounties and compensating contributors according to agreed terms. VentureDeck may facilitate payment processing but is not responsible for disputes between parties.
VentureDeck does not process investment funds directly. Any financial transactions between investors and entrepreneurs occur outside our platform and are governed by separate agreements between those parties.
THE SERVICES ARE PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, TITLE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT.
VentureDeck is not a registered broker-dealer, investment advisor, or funding portal. We do not provide investment advice, endorse any projects, or guarantee investment outcomes. All investment decisions are made at your own risk. See our Disclaimer for more details.
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, VENTUREDECK SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, INCLUDING LOSS OF PROFITS, DATA, OR GOODWILL, ARISING FROM YOUR USE OF THE SERVICES. OUR TOTAL LIABILITY SHALL NOT EXCEED THE GREATER OF $100 OR THE AMOUNT YOU PAID US IN THE PAST 12 MONTHS.
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless VentureDeck, its officers, directors, employees, agents, and affiliates from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, or expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of or in connection with: (a) your use of the Services; (b) your User Content; (c) your violation of these Terms; (d) your violation of any rights of another party; or (e) any transaction or agreement between you and another user.
Before initiating any formal dispute resolution, you agree to contact us at legal@venturedeck.com and attempt to resolve the dispute informally for at least 30 days.
Any disputes that cannot be resolved informally shall be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association. The arbitration shall be conducted in [Jurisdiction], and the arbitrator's decision shall be final and binding.
YOU AGREE THAT ANY DISPUTE RESOLUTION PROCEEDINGS WILL BE CONDUCTED ONLY ON AN INDIVIDUAL BASIS AND NOT IN A CLASS, CONSOLIDATED, OR REPRESENTATIVE ACTION.
You may terminate your account at any time by contacting us or using the account deletion feature in your settings.
We may suspend or terminate your account immediately, without prior notice or liability, for any reason, including if you breach these Terms or engage in conduct that we determine is harmful to other users, us, or third parties.
Upon termination, your right to use the Services will cease immediately. Sections of these Terms that by their nature should survive termination shall survive, including ownership, warranty disclaimers, indemnification, and limitations of liability.
These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Delaware, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.
These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and any other policies referenced herein, constitute the entire agreement between you and VentureDeck regarding the Services.
If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.
Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms shall not be considered a waiver of those rights.
For questions or concerns about these Terms, please contact us:
Email: legal@venturedeck.com
Address: VentureDeck, Inc., [Business Address]