These Terms and Conditions ("Terms") govern your access to and use of the Connektd services, including our websites, software applications, and related services (collectively, the "Service"). By engaging with any part of the Service, you agree to be legally bound by these Terms and affirm your adherence to our Privacy Policy. If you are using the Service on behalf of an organization, you confirm that you are authorized to agree to these Terms on behalf of the organization and bind it to these Terms. It is important that you read and understand the provisions herein as they outline your legal rights and obligations with respect to the use of our Service.
Definitions
For the purpose of these Terms and Conditions, the following definitions apply:
Service: refers to the Connektd platform, which includes all our websites, software applications, and any related services we provide.
User or you: refers to the individual or entity using the Service, including authorized users representing an organization.
Content: encompasses all visual, textual, or aural data that is encountered as part of your use of the Service, including all user-generated content.
Organization: means any business, company, institution, or group that uses our Service through a single user or multiple authorized users.
Privacy Policy: means the policy that governs the collection, use, and sharing of personal data obtained from users through the use of the Service, which is available on our website.
These definitions are intended to clarify terms used in our Terms and Conditions to ensure that terms like "Service," "User," and "Content" are understood uniformly by all parties.
Acceptance of Terms
By registering for or using the Connektd platform, you acknowledge that you have read and fully understood these Terms and Conditions. Your continued use of the Service constitutes your agreement to be legally bound by these Terms, as updated or amended. If at any point you do not agree to these Terms, you must immediately stop using the Service and cancel any registered accounts. Your agreement signifies that you possess the legal authority to enter into these Terms and that you will comply with all applicable laws and regulations regarding your use of the Service.
Scope of Service
Connektd is a matchmaking platform designed to connect users who are looking for volunteer experiences with users who are looking for volunteers. Our Service provides opportunities for collaboration aimed at fostering innovation and helping users achieve their business objectives. Whether you are an entrepreneur seeking help, a business professional interested in networking, or looking for work experience, our platform is engineered to support your growth and goals. Connektd is solely a matchmaking service and it does not take any responsibility for what happens beyond the match.
Changes to Terms
Connektd reserves the right to update or modify these Terms at any time. Changes to these Terms will be indicated by updating the date at the top of the document, and depending on the nature of the changes, we may also provide additional notice. This may include a prominent notification on our homepage, or sending you a direct communication. Your continued use of the Service after such changes have been made will be deemed as your acceptance of the updated Terms.
Services and User Agreement
Connektd offers a matchmaking service designed to support businesses and users looking for work experience.
User Registration and Account Management
Registration: To access and utilize the full capabilities of the Service, registration is required. During registration, you must provide accurate, complete, and current information as prompted by our registration form. This may include your name, contact information, and other details critical for service provision. The information you provide at registration enables us to offer a personalized and optimized experience on our platform.
Account Maintenance: It is your duty to ensure that your registration data remains accurate, complete, and up-to-date throughout your use of the Service. Prompt updates to your information in the event of changes (e.g., new email address or change of name) are necessary to help us serve you better. Inaccurate or obsolete information may lead to delays in the service or communication errors.
User Liability: You accept full liability for the outcomes of any actions taken under your account, whether or not you have authorized such activities. This includes responsibility for ensuring that any use of your account complies with these Terms and Conditions, our Privacy Policy, and applicable laws.
Service Limitations and Modifications
Limitations: Connektd is committed to providing a reliable and robust digital platform, but acknowledges that temporary service disruptions may occur due to factors like maintenance, software updates, or external technical issues. Efforts will be made to maintain operational status and minimize disruptions within reasonable limits.
Modifications to Service: We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any aspect of the Service at any time, including availability of any feature, database, or content. We may also impose limits on certain features and services or restrict your access to parts or all of the Service without notice or liability. Such alterations will be communicated as practicable, and continued use of the Service following any modifications indicates your acceptance of these changes.
Acceptable Use Policy: You are prohibited from using the Service to:
Transmit any data or send or upload any material that contains viruses, Trojan horses, worms, time-bombs, keystroke loggers, spyware, adware, or any other harmful programs or similar computer code designed to adversely affect the operation of any computer software or hardware.
Undertake any activity that disrupts, interferes with or restricts the use of our Service by other users or any activities conducted on our Service, including via the use of viruses, cancellation bots, Trojan horses, harmful code, flood pings, denial-of-service attacks, packet or IP spoofing, forged routing or electronic mail address information or similar methods or technology.
Use the Service in any unlawful manner, for any unlawful purpose, or in any manner inconsistent with these Terms, or act fraudulently or maliciously, for example, by hacking into or inserting malicious code, including viruses, or harmful data, into the Service or any operating system.
Suspension and Termination of Access
Suspension of Access
Temporary Suspension for Maintenance or Repair: We may temporarily suspend access to the Service for operational reasons such as maintenance, repair, or installation of updates. We aim to minimize disruption by providing reasonable notice of expected downtime, ensuring that you can plan accordingly to mitigate any impact on your use of the Service.
Suspension for User Violations: Access to your account and the Service may be suspended or terminated if you violate our Terms and Conditions. Such suspensions or terminations can be enacted without prior notice when:
Misuse of the Service occurs,
Fraudulent activities are detected,
Actions are taken that risk legal liability or cause financial loss to us or other users.
In all cases of suspension, we will evaluate the situation to determine the most appropriate course of action, whether it be temporary suspension or permanent termination. We commit to maintaining a fair and lawful process in handling such incidents.
Termination for Cause
Immediate Termination: We reserve the right to terminate this agreement with immediate effect and without prior notice if you commit a material breach of these Terms. Examples of material breaches include, but are not limited to:
Violations of our Acceptable Use Policy,
Engaging in illegal activities using our Service,
Conduct that could disrupt the Service or harm other users.
Termination for Legal Reasons: We may terminate this agreement to comply with legal requirements, court orders, or government regulations. This may occur under circumstances such as:
Legal actions that require us to deny service to you,
Requests by law enforcement agencies that necessitate termination,
Compliance with significant regulatory changes that impact the provision of the Service.
In all instances of termination for cause, we will provide written notice where feasible, outlining the reasons for termination and any relevant legal considerations.
Consequences of Termination
Upon termination of this agreement, your right to access and use the Service will immediately cease. If you decide to terminate your account, discontinuation of use and formal closure through the Service interface are required.
Survival of Obligations
Certain obligations and provisions under these Terms will continue to apply even after your account is terminated. These include, but are not limited to:
Ownership Provisions: Any rights to intellectual property, proprietary rights, or exclusive content will remain with the respective owner.
Warranty Disclaimers: All disclaimers of warranties as stated in the Terms will remain in effect.
Indemnity Obligations: You will remain responsible for any claims or liabilities that arose before the termination or that relate to your prior use of the Service.
Limitations of Liability: Any limitations on the liability of Connektd as stated will continue to protect the company post-termination.
These provisions ensure that both parties retain their rights and are protected under the law beyond the termination of the service agreement.
User Accounts
Account Creation
Eligibility: To establish an account with Connektd, you must ensure that all information provided during the registration process is accurate and truthful. Registration is open to individuals who are of legal age in their jurisdiction to form a binding contract. This age may vary by location, so it is your responsibility to ensure you meet your local legal age requirement.
Account Setup: When setting up your account, you will be asked to create a password and provide essential contact information, such as an email address. It is crucial to maintain the confidentiality of your password and the security of your account information. We recommend using a strong, unique password and updating it periodically to enhance security.
Responsibility for Account Activities: You are solely responsible for all activities that occur under your account, regardless of whether you have authorized such activities. This includes safeguarding any devices through which your account may be accessed. In the event of any unauthorized use of your account or breach of its security, notify us immediately to mitigate any potential damage or loss.
Account Responsibilities
Account Security: You are responsible for all activities that occur under your account. This includes maintaining the security of your account and promptly notifying us if there are any unauthorized uses of your account or other breaches of security.
Account Use: Your account is personal to you and may not be transferred or sold to another party. You agree not to use the account, username, or password of another member at any time.
Data Management
User Data: You hold full responsibility for all information you provide while using our Service. It is essential that the data you enter is not only accurate and up-to-date but also truthful and not misleading. You must ensure that your data does not infringe on the rights of third parties or violate any applicable laws. Regular review and updates of your data are encouraged to maintain its integrity and relevancy.
Data Privacy: Your privacy is paramount to us. All personal data you provide during your use of the Service will be handled in accordance with our Privacy Policy. This policy details how we collect, use, protect, and share your personal information and is integral to these Terms. By agreeing to these Terms, you also agree to the practices outlined in our Privacy Policy, ensuring your data is managed in a secure and lawful manner.
Account Termination
By User: You have the right to terminate your account at any time. To do so, please follow the specified termination procedures available in our Service interface. This process involves navigating to your account settings and selecting the option to close your account. Please note that once your account is closed, you will no longer have access to any of the features or content that requires an account.
By Connektd: Connektd reserves the right to terminate or suspend your account and your access to the Services without prior notice, at our sole discretion. Reasons for such termination may include, but are not limited to:
Breaches or violations of these Terms or other incorporated agreements or guidelines,
Requests by law enforcement or other government agencies,
Discontinuance or material modification to the Services (or any part thereof),
Unexpected technical or security issues or problems,
Extended periods of inactivity,
Engagements by you in fraudulent or illegal activities, and/or
Nonpayment of any fees owed by you in connection with the Services.
Following termination, you will lose all access to the Service, and we may delete any information associated with your account. It is important to export any data you wish to save before closing your account.
Customer Recognition
Connektd reserves the right to use your name and logo in our promotional materials to identify you as a client of our Service. This may include, but is not limited to, use in case studies, press releases, and marketing presentations.
Goodwill All goodwill generated from the use of your name and logo will exclusively benefit you. We acknowledge that any positive association arising from our public acknowledgment of you as a client enhances your reputation alongside ours.
Opt-Out Option If you prefer that we do not use your name or logo in any of our promotional materials, you have the option to opt-out by notifying us in writing. We respect your privacy and brand image, and will comply with your wishes regarding the use of your corporate identity.
Privacy
Privacy Commitment
Connektd is dedicated to safeguarding the privacy and security of our users' personal information. Our comprehensive Privacy Policy, which is incorporated by reference into these Terms, details our stringent measures and practices for handling personal data.
Collection of Information
Information You Provide: When you register for an account or use our services, you supply us with personal details that may include your name, email address, contact details, professional information, and other personal identifiers. This also encompasses any data you enter into the service during its use, such as project details, preferences, and feedback.
Automated Data Collection: Our services employ automated data collection tools that gather information when you interact with our platform. This includes:
Usage Details: How and when you use the services, which areas you visit, and what resources you access.
Device Information: Types of devices accessing our services, including hardware models, operating system versions, unique device identifiers, and mobile network information.
Log Information: Service-related, diagnostic, and performance logs that detail your activity on our services, including how you use them, your interactions with our service offerings, and the times you access them.
IP Addresses: Your Internet Protocol address, which helps us diagnose server problems and administer our website.
Cookies and Similar Technologies: We use cookies, beacons, tags, and scripts to analyze trends, administer the website, track users’ movements around the website, and gather demographic information about our user base as a whole.
By understanding the breadth and depth of our data collection practices, you can better appreciate the scope of our Privacy Policy and the measures we take to protect your information.
Purpose of Data Use
We utilize the information collected to:
Service Provision: Enhance your user experience by ensuring efficient service management and operation.
Service Improvement: Continually improve the functionality and features of our services based on user interaction and feedback.
Communication: Keep you informed about updates, service changes, and user account management. This includes sending you alerts, updates, and other relevant communications related to your use of the Service.
Legal Compliance: Adhere to applicable laws, comply with legal requirements, and respond to lawful requests by authorities.
Disclosure of Information
With Consent: Your information may be shared with third parties when we have your explicit consent. This ensures that your data is not shared without your direct and informed approval.
For Legal Reasons: We may disclose your information:
To comply with legal obligations such as court orders, subpoenas, or other legal processes.
To protect the rights, property, or safety of Connetkd, our users, or the public, including to prevent fraud and reduce credit risk.
Data Security
Security Measures: We implement robust security measures designed to protect your personal information:
Encryption: Encrypting data in transit and at rest to safeguard against unauthorized access.
Access Control: Limiting access to your personal data to only those employees, contractors, and agents who have a business need to know.
Limitations of Security: Despite our efforts, no security measures are perfect or impenetrable. We cannot fully guarantee the security of our database or that your information won’t be intercepted while being transmitted to us over the Internet. However, we are committed to using commercially acceptable means to protect your information.
Confidential Information
Definition of Confidential Information
Confidential Information includes all technical and non-technical information disclosed by Connektd or any participant using the services, such as proprietary information, patent and trademark information, trade secrets, and any other secrets or details disclosed or submitted through the service.
Obligations
Non-Disclosure: You agree to preserve and protect the confidentiality of all Confidential Information you receive during your use of our services. You may not disclose or use any Confidential Information for any purpose outside the scope of your agreement with Connektd, unless such disclosure is authorized by Connektd or required by law.
Security Measures: You are required to take all reasonable precautions to protect the integrity and confidentiality of Confidential Information in your possession.
Exclusions from Confidential Information
Confidential Information does not include information that:
Is or becomes publicly known through no breach of this agreement by you;
Is received from a third party without breach of any obligation of confidentiality;
Is independently developed by you without use of or reference to the Confidential Information; or
You had in your possession prior to disclosure by Connektd.
Term of Confidentiality
The obligation to maintain confidentiality shall continue for five years after the termination of this agreement, unless a longer period is required by law.
Warranty and Disclaimer
No Warranties Provided
As-Is Basis: The services offered by Connektd are provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis. This means we do not warrant that the service will be uninterrupted, timely, secure, or error-free.
No Implied Warranties: We disclaim all implied warranties, including, without limitation, warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement.
Service Availability
No Guarantee of Uninterrupted Service: While we strive to ensure reliable service, interruptions may occur for reasons such as maintenance, updates, or technical failures that are beyond our control.
Scheduled Downtime: We may conduct periodic maintenance, during which services may be temporarily unavailable. We will endeavor to provide users with advance notice of such downtime.
Third Party Materials
No Endorsement: We are not responsible for, and do not endorse, any third-party materials that may be linked to or from our services.
User Discretion Advised: Users should review third-party terms and policies before engaging with any third-party content linked to our services.
Limitations of Liability
Limitation on Claims: Neither Connektd nor its affiliates or licensors will be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or exemplary damages, including but not limited to, damages for loss of profits, goodwill, use, data or other intangible losses.
Cap on Liability: To the extent permitted by law, our total liability for any claim under these terms, including for any implied warranties, is limited to the amount you paid us to use the applicable service(s) during the past 12 months.
Customer Indemnity
Indemnification by User
Scope of Indemnity: You agree to fully indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Connektd and its affiliates, officers, agents, employees, and partners from any legal action or demands, including reasonable attorneys' fees, that arise from or relate to your use of the Service. This includes but is not limited to:
Violations of these Terms,
Unauthorized use of the Service's content, services, and products,
Any user-generated content you create,
Your conduct that results in a violation of any law or infringes on the rights of a third party.
User Actions: This indemnity covers all forms of claims, including but not limited to liabilities, damages, losses, costs, and expenses arising from your actions or the content you provide through the Service.
Procedure for Claims
Notification: You must promptly notify us of any third-party claims and provide all necessary cooperation that we might require. You must allow Connektd the exclusive right to control and direct the defense or settlement of any claim.
Defense and Control: Connektd reserves the right to assume the exclusive defense and control of any matter subject to indemnification by you, using counsel chosen by Connektd. You agree not to settle any matters without the express consent of Connektd.
Limitation of Liabilities
Limitation of Liability
General Limits: Connektd and its affiliates, directors, employees, agents, and licensors will not be liable for any indirect, incidental, punitive, special, consequential, or exemplary damages arising from or related to the use of, or the inability to use, our Services. This includes, but is not limited to, damages for loss of profits, goodwill, use, data, or other intangible losses, even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages.
Direct Damages Limit: Our liability for direct damages related to these Terms, whether in contract, tort, or any other legal theory, is strictly limited to the total amount you have paid Connektd for the services in the six months preceding the claim.
Statutory Rights: The limitations or exclusions of warranties and liability contained in these Terms do not affect or prejudice the statutory rights of a consumer; the limitations or exclusions only apply to the extent permitted by applicable law.
Exclusions
Exclusions to Limitations: The above limitations may not apply to you if your jurisdiction does not allow the exclusion or limitation of liability for consequential or incidental damages. In such cases, Connektd's liability will be limited to the greatest extent permitted by law.
Defense and Control: In the event of any third-party claims that you are obligated to indemnify Connektd against, we reserve the right to take over the exclusive defense and control of such claims. You are required to cooperate with our defense of these claims and may not settle any such claims without our explicit consent.
Term and Termination
Term of Agreement
Effective Date: These Terms become effective immediately upon your first use of the Service and will remain in effect until they are terminated by either party according to these provisions.
Continued Application: The obligations and responsibilities introduced by these Terms continue to be applicable until the agreement is formally terminated by either you or Connektd.
Termination by User
User Initiated Termination: You have the right to terminate this Agreement at any time. To do so, you must close your account through the Service's account management settings, cease using the Service, and notify Connektd in writing of your decision to terminate. Termination will take effect immediately upon receipt and acknowledgment of your notification by Connektd.
Termination by Connektd
Right to Terminate: Connektd reserves the right to terminate your access to the Services at any time, with or without cause, and with or without notice. Such termination may include deactivating your account and deleting all related information and files associated with it. This action may be immediate and without prior notice to preserve the security, integrity, and operation of our Services.
Reasons for Termination: Termination may occur for reasons including, but not limited to:
A breach of the Terms, including violations of user conduct guidelines or unauthorized use of the Services.
Legal demands or requests by law enforcement or other government entities.
The discontinuation or significant modification of the Services, or parts thereof.
Operational difficulties or unforeseen technical issues.
Prolonged inactivity in your account that affects the Service’s deployment.
Effects of Termination
Access Revocation: Immediately upon termination, your right to access and use the Services will cease.
Survival of Provisions: Even after your account is terminated, certain sections of these Terms will continue to apply, including ownership rights, indemnity obligations, warranty disclaimers, and limitations of liability.
Data Handling Post-Termination: Connektd may remove or delete any data or content associated with your account promptly following termination.
General Provisions
Notices
Notices to either party are deemed effective when received and can be delivered in several ways, ensuring flexibility and confirmation of receipt:
In Person: Direct delivery to designated representatives at the agreed addresses.
Via Email: Sent to the official email address designated by each party. An email notice is considered effective when the sender receives confirmation of receipt from the recipient.
Written Communication: Notices sent by postal mail, courier, or fax to the addresses designated by each party. Notices sent by postal mail or courier are deemed effective based on the postmark or date stamp on the receipt from the courier service. Notices sent by fax are considered effective upon confirmation of transmission.
Assignment
Restrictions on User Assignment:You may not assign, transfer, or delegate any of your rights or obligations under these Terms without the prior written consent of Connektd. Any unauthorized assignment or transfer by you will be considered null and void.
Connektd's Right to Assign: Connektd may assign, transfer, or subcontract any of our rights or obligations under these Terms to any third party at our discretion without restriction. Such assignments could be part of a corporate restructure, sale, or for operational reasons, and do not require your consent.
Successors and Assigns: This Agreement shall bind and inure to the benefit of the parties, their successors, and permitted assigns. This ensures continuity of obligations and rights under the terms of this Agreement, regardless of changes in the business's ownership or structure.
Governing Law
This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the state or country in which Connektd's headquarters is located. This choice of law applies regardless of your location or the jurisdiction from which you access our services, and without regard to conflicts of law principles that would require the application of any other law.
Jurisdiction
All legal proceedings arising out of or in connection with this Agreement shall be brought exclusively in the courts located in the jurisdiction where our business is headquartered. By agreeing to these Terms, you consent to submit to the personal jurisdiction of these courts for the purpose of litigating all such disputes. This ensures that any disputes will be resolved within a consistent legal framework, providing predictability and security for both parties involved.
Cumulative Rights
The rights and remedies provided in this Agreement are cumulative and are meant to augment and not restrict any rights or remedies that are otherwise available under law or in equity. This means that the exercise of one remedy does not exclude the exercise of another, and you are entitled to seek relief as permitted by law in addition to what is granted in this Agreement.
Force Majeure
Definition: A "Force Majeure" event refers to any circumstance beyond the reasonable control of either party that prevents fulfilling their obligations under this Agreement, such as natural disasters (earthquakes, hurricanes), war, terrorism, riots, embargoes, acts of civil or military authorities, fire, floods, accidents, strikes, or shortages of transportation facilities, fuel, energy, labor, or materials.
Liability Exemption: In the event of a Force Majeure, neither party shall be held liable for delays or failures in performance resulting from causes beyond their reasonable control. This exemption does not apply to financial obligations incurred prior to the Force Majeure event.
Notification and Mitigation: The affected party should notify the other party as soon as possible, detailing the nature and expected duration of the Force Majeure, and both parties shall cooperate to mitigate the effects of the Force Majeure event as reasonably necessary.
Severability
If any provision of this Agreement is deemed unlawful, void, or for any reason unenforceable, then that provision shall be deemed severable from this Agreement and shall not affect the validity and enforceability of any remaining provisions. This ensures that the rest of the Agreement continues to be in effect, providing stability and predictability in the business relationship.
Waiver
A waiver regarding any part of this Agreement does not imply a waiver of any other part or future enforcement. Failure or delay by either party to enforce the compliance of any term of this Agreement shall not prevent a subsequent act, which would have originally constituted a breach, from having all the force and effect of an original breach.
Entire Agreement
This Agreement constitutes the complete and exclusive understanding and agreement between the parties regarding its subject matter and supersedes all prior agreements, proposals, negotiations, representations, and communications relating to this subject matter. Both parties acknowledge that they have not been induced to enter into this Agreement by any representations or promises not specifically stated herein.
Amendments
Changes to this Agreement are valid only if they are made in writing and signed by authorized representatives of both parties, except where specified otherwise within the Agreement itself. In some cases, Connektd may unilaterally amend these terms, provided that such amendments are communicated in the manner specified in the Agreement and you have the opportunity to terminate your use should you not agree with the changes.
