TERMS & CONDITIONS
1. User Responsibilities:
a. Accuracy of Information: Ensure that the information you provide on your profile is accurate, up-to-date, and reflective of your expertise and qualifications. This will help users seeking your services to make informed decisions.
b. Professional Conduct: Maintain a professional and respectful demeanor when interacting with other users on the platform. Treat others with courtesy and adhere to ethical standards in your communication and interactions.
c. Timely Response: Respond promptly to inquiries and messages from potential clients. Timely communication is crucial for building trust and ensuring a positive user experience.
d. Compliance with Laws and Regulations: Abide by all applicable laws, regulations, and professional standards in your field. Conduct your activities on the platform in compliance with legal and ethical requirements.
e. Respect for User Privacy: Respect the privacy of other users and safeguard any personal information shared with you during the course of your interactions. Use such information only for the purpose for which it was shared.
f. Responsible Usage: Utilize the platform responsibly and refrain from engaging in any activities that may harm the platform or its users. Report any suspicious or inappropriate behavior to the platform administrators.
g. Feedback and Reviews: Provide honest and constructive feedback about your experiences with other users, helping to maintain a transparent and reliable community. Use the review system responsibly and refrain from malicious or false reviews.
h. Continuous Improvement: Strive for excellence in your profession and continuously update your skills and knowledge. Seek feedback from clients and use it to enhance the quality of your services.
By adhering to these user responsibilities, you contribute to fostering a positive and reliable environment for both experts and users on our platform. Together, we can create a community built on trust, professionalism, and mutual respect.
2. Account Creation:
a. Eligibility: Ensure that you meet the eligibility criteria for creating an account on our platform. This may include being of legal age and complying with any specific requirements related to your profession or field.
b. Accurate Information: Provide accurate and truthful information during the account creation process. This includes your personal details, contact information, and any professional credentials or qualifications required for your field.
c. Security: Take responsibility for the security of your account. Choose a strong and unique password, keep it confidential, and avoid sharing your account credentials with others. Enable any additional security measures offered by the platform, such as two-factor authentication, to enhance the security of your account.
d. User Verification: Cooperate with any verification processes implemented by the platform to ensure the authenticity of your account. This may include providing identification documents or other forms of verification as required.
e. Privacy Settings: Familiarize yourself with the privacy settings provided by the platform and adjust them according to your preferences. Review and understand the platform's privacy policy to have a clear understanding of how your personal information will be handled and protected.
f. Account Activity: Use your account responsibly and in accordance with the platform's terms of service. Refrain from engaging in any activities that violate the platform's policies or applicable laws and regulations.
g. Account Maintenance: Keep your account information up-to-date. If there are any changes to your personal details, contact information, or professional qualifications, ensure that you update them promptly to maintain the accuracy of your account.
h. Termination of Account: Understand that the platform reserves the right to terminate or suspend your account in cases of violation of terms of service, fraudulent activities, or any other behavior deemed inappropriate. Familiarize yourself with the platform's policies regarding account termination.
i. Payment for Enhanced Visibility: Experts on our platform have the option to make payments for enhanced visibility and top placement in their respective categories. This provides an opportunity for experts to increase their exposure and maximize their reach to potential clients.
By following these guidelines for account creation, you can ensure a smooth and secure experience on our platform. Your account will enable you to fully utilize the features and benefits available, connecting you with the opportunities and resources tailored to your needs.
3. Expert Profile Information:
a. Personal Details: Provide accurate and up-to-date personal information in your expert profile. This may include your full name, date of birth, and any other relevant details that help establish your identity.
b. Expertise and Specializations: Clearly indicate your area(s) of expertise and any specialized skills or knowledge you possess. Highlight your professional qualifications, certifications, and educational background that support your expertise.
c. Work Experience: Share your work experience, including details of previous employment, freelance projects, or any significant roles or positions you have held. Mention notable accomplishments, projects, or clients you have worked with to showcase your expertise.
d. Description and Bio: Write a compelling and informative description of yourself and your professional journey. Provide a brief biography that gives potential clients or employers an insight into your background, skills, and areas of focus.
e. Contact Information: Include various contact methods through which interested parties can reach out to you. This may include your phone number, email address, and any social media or professional networking profiles you are comfortable sharing.
f. Portfolio and Samples: Showcase your work through a portfolio or by sharing samples of your previous projects, if applicable. This helps potential clients or employers assess the quality and style of your work.
g. Availability and Rates: Specify your availability for new projects or employment opportunities. If applicable, provide information about your rates, pricing structure, or any terms and conditions related to your services.
h. Privacy and Confidentiality: Respect client confidentiality and privacy. Clearly communicate your commitment to maintaining confidentiality and adhering to any legal or ethical obligations related to client information.
i. Professional Conduct: Present yourself professionally and adhere to industry standards and codes of conduct. Demonstrate a positive and respectful attitude in your interactions with clients, colleagues, and the platform's community.
j. Regular Updates: Keep your expert profile updated with the latest information, including any changes to your contact details, availability, or professional accomplishments. Regularly review and revise your profile to ensure accuracy and relevance.
By providing comprehensive and accurate information in your expert profile, you enhance your visibility and credibility on the platform. This increases your chances of connecting with potential clients or employers who are seeking your expertise and services.
4. User Conduct:
a. Respect Others: Treat all platform users, including experts and fellow users, with respect and courtesy. Avoid engaging in any form of harassment, discrimination, or offensive behavior.
b. Compliance with Laws: Adhere to all applicable laws, regulations, and legal requirements while using the platform. Do not engage in any activities that violate intellectual property rights, privacy rights, or any other legal rights of others.
c. Accurate Information: Provide accurate and truthful information when interacting with experts or utilizing the platform's features. Do not misrepresent yourself, your intentions, or any other relevant details.
d. Communication Etiquette: Maintain professional and appropriate communication when interacting with experts or other users. Use polite language and avoid engaging in any form of abusive, offensive, or inappropriate behavior.
e. Feedback and Reviews: Provide constructive and honest feedback based on your experience with experts on the platform. Avoid posting false, misleading, or defamatory reviews that may harm an expert's reputation.
f. Privacy and Confidentiality: Respect the privacy and confidentiality of experts and other users. Do not share or misuse any personal or sensitive information obtained through the platform without proper authorization.
g. Use of Content: Respect intellectual property rights and only use content shared by experts or the platform in accordance with applicable copyright laws. Do not reproduce, modify, or distribute content without proper permission.
h. Compliance with Platform Policies: Familiarize yourself with and adhere to the platform's terms of service, community guidelines, and any other policies or rules outlined by the platform. Failure to comply with these policies may result in account suspension or termination.
i. Prohibited Activities: Refrain from engaging in any prohibited activities outlined by the platform, such as spamming, hacking, phishing, or any other form of malicious or unauthorized activities.
j. Reporting Concerns: Promptly report any violations of the platform's policies or any suspicious or inappropriate behavior observed on the platform. This helps maintain a safe and respectful environment for all users.
By following these guidelines, you contribute to a positive and trustworthy community on the platform, fostering a respectful and productive environment for both experts and users.
5. Intellectual Property:
a. Ownership: Respect and acknowledge the intellectual property rights of others, including experts and the platform itself. Understand that all content, trademarks, logos, and other intellectual property displayed on the platform are protected by applicable laws and belong to their respective owners.
b. Unauthorized Use: Do not use or reproduce any intellectual property, including copyrighted material, trademarks, or logos, without obtaining proper authorization from the owner. This includes copying, modifying, distributing, or displaying such content without permission.
c. User-Generated Content: When uploading or sharing content on the platform, ensure that you have the necessary rights or permissions to do so. Avoid infringing upon any intellectual property rights of others, including copyrights or trademarks.
d. Attribution: When using or referencing intellectual property belonging to others, provide appropriate attribution or credit as required by the owner. Acknowledge the original source and give credit to the creator or rights holder.
e. Reporting Infringements: If you believe that your intellectual property rights have been violated by content on the platform, promptly report the infringement to the platform administrators. Provide all necessary details and evidence to support your claim.
f. Content Removal: If you are a rights holder and believe that your intellectual property has been used without permission, you can request the platform to remove the infringing content. Follow the platform's designated procedures for submitting such requests.
g. User Obligations: As a user of the platform, you have the responsibility to ensure that any content you upload or share does not infringe upon the intellectual property rights of others. Be mindful of using original or properly licensed material to avoid legal consequences.
h. Fair Use: Understand the concept of fair use and apply it appropriately when using copyrighted material. Fair use allows for limited use of copyrighted content for purposes such as commentary, criticism, news reporting, or educational purposes.
i. Disclaimer: The platform is not responsible for any infringement of intellectual property rights committed by users. Users are solely liable for their own actions and the content they upload or share on the platform.
By respecting intellectual property rights, you contribute to the protection of creative works, encourage innovation, and foster a fair and ethical environment on the platform.
6. Privacy and Data Protection:
a. Confidentiality: As a user of the platform, respect the privacy and confidentiality of others. Do not disclose or share personal or sensitive information without proper consent.
b. Personal Information: Provide accurate and up-to-date personal information during the registration or account creation process. Safeguard your login credentials and do not share them with others.
c. Consent: Obtain proper consent from individuals before collecting, storing, or using their personal data. Ensure that you have a legitimate reason for collecting such information and that it is done in accordance with applicable privacy laws.
d. Data Security: Take necessary measures to protect your own personal data and the data of others. Use strong and unique passwords, enable two-factor authentication when available, and be cautious when sharing personal information online.
e. Third-Party Services: Be aware of the privacy policies and data practices of third-party services or websites that you may access through the platform. The platform is not responsible for the privacy practices of external websites or services.
f. Data Sharing: Understand that certain information, such as your profile details and contact information, may be visible to other users of the platform. Exercise caution when sharing personal details and consider adjusting your privacy settings as needed.
g. Marketing Communications: Opt-in to receive marketing communications or newsletters from the platform or its partners, and have the option to unsubscribe or manage your preferences at any time.
h. Cookies and Tracking Technologies: Be aware that the platform may use cookies or other tracking technologies to enhance user experience and collect certain information. Refer to the platform's Cookie Policy for more information and options to manage cookies.
i. Data Access and Deletion: Understand your rights regarding accessing, updating, or deleting your personal data. Contact the platform administrators to exercise these rights and address any concerns regarding data protection.
j. Data Breach: In the event of a data breach or unauthorized access to personal data, the platform will take appropriate measures to mitigate the impact and notify affected individuals as required by law.
By adhering to the principles of privacy and data protection, you contribute to creating a safe and trustworthy environment for all users on the platform.
7. Limitations of Liability:
a. Use of the Platform: The platform and its services are provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis. While we strive to ensure the accuracy and reliability of the information and services provided, we make no guarantees or warranties regarding their completeness, accuracy, or availability.
b. User Responsibility: Users of the platform are responsible for their own actions and interactions. We are not liable for any content posted by users or any actions taken based on the information provided by users.
c. Third-Party Content: The platform may contain links or references to third-party websites, services, or content. We do not endorse or take responsibility for the accuracy, legality, or appropriateness of such third-party content. Users access third-party content at their own risk.
d. Service Interruptions: We strive to provide uninterrupted access to the platform, but we cannot guarantee that it will be free from interruptions, errors, or technical issues. We are not liable for any loss or damage resulting from service interruptions or technical issues.
e. Indirect Damages: In no event shall the platform or its affiliates be liable for any indirect, consequential, incidental, special, or punitive damages, including but not limited to loss of profits, loss of data, or loss of business opportunities, arising out of or in connection with the use or inability to use the platform or its services.
f. User Interactions: We are not responsible for any disputes, conflicts, or damages arising from interactions between users of the platform. Users are solely responsible for their interactions and should exercise caution and good judgment when engaging with others.
g. Legal Compliance: Users are responsible for ensuring that their use of the platform complies with applicable laws, regulations, and contractual obligations. We are not liable for any consequences resulting from non-compliance.
h. Modification of Services: We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any part of the platform or its services at any time without prior notice. We shall not be liable for any loss or damage resulting from such modifications, suspensions, or discontinuations.
i. Limitation of Damages: In any event, our total liability for any claims arising out of or related to the platform or its services shall not exceed the amount paid by the user, if any, for accessing or using the platform.
By using the platform, you acknowledge and accept these limitations of liability. It is important to review and understand these limitations before accessing or using the platform and its services.
8. Dispute Resolution:
a. Mediation: In the event of any dispute, controversy, or claim arising out of or relating to the use of the platform or its services, the parties involved agree to first attempt to resolve the dispute amicably through mediation.
b. Arbitration: If mediation fails to resolve the dispute, the parties agree to submit the dispute to binding arbitration. The arbitration shall be conducted by a neutral arbitrator in accordance with the rules and procedures of a recognized arbitration institution.
c. Governing Law: The resolution of any disputes shall be governed by the laws of the jurisdiction where the platform is operated. The parties agree to submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts in that jurisdiction for the purpose of resolving any disputes.
d. Waiver of Class Actions: Any disputes shall be conducted on an individual basis and not as a class or representative action. The parties waive their right to participate in any class or representative proceedings.
e. Legal Expenses: Each party shall bear its own costs and expenses, including attorney's fees, incurred in connection with any dispute resolution proceedings.
f. Severability: If any provision of this dispute resolution section is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.
By using the platform, you agree to these dispute resolution procedures and to resolve any disputes in accordance with these provisions. It is important to read and understand these provisions before using the platform or engaging in any activities that may give rise to a dispute.
9. Modifications and Termination:
a. Platform Modifications: We reserve the right to modify, update, or discontinue any aspect of the platform, including its features, functionalities, or content, at any time and without prior notice. These modifications may include changes to the terms and conditions, privacy policy, or any other policies related to the platform. It is your responsibility to review these changes periodically to stay informed.
b. Termination by User: You may choose to terminate your use of the platform at any time by discontinuing access and ceasing all interactions with the platform. Any ongoing obligations or commitments you have made through the platform shall be subject to the applicable terms and conditions.
c. Termination by Platform: We reserve the right to terminate or suspend your access to the platform, in whole or in part, without prior notice if we determine, in our sole discretion, that you have violated any of the terms and conditions, engaged in fraudulent or illegal activities, or if continued use of the platform poses a risk to the platform or its users.
d. Effect of Termination: Upon termination, your access to the platform and its services will cease immediately. Any rights, licenses, or permissions granted to you under the terms and conditions will also terminate. You are responsible for taking appropriate measures to retrieve any data or information you have stored on the platform prior to termination.
e. Survival: The provisions related to intellectual property rights, limitation of liability, dispute resolution, and any other provisions that by their nature are intended to survive termination shall continue to apply even after the termination of your use of the platform.
We reserve the right to modify or terminate the platform, as well as your access to it, to ensure the integrity, security, and quality of the platform. Your continued use of the platform after any modifications to the terms and conditions indicates your acceptance of the modified terms.
10. Governing Law:
a. The terms and conditions, as well as your use of the platform, shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of [Jurisdiction]. Any legal action, suit, or proceeding arising out of or relating to the platform or these terms and conditions shall be filed exclusively in the courts of [Jurisdiction].
b. You agree to submit to the personal jurisdiction and venue of such courts and waive any objections to the exercise of jurisdiction over you by such courts. Any claim or cause of action you may have with respect to the platform must be commenced within [Timeframe] after the claim or cause of action arises or be forever barred.
c. By using the platform, you acknowledge and agree that any disputes or legal proceedings arising from or related to your use of the platform will be resolved in accordance with the laws of [Jurisdiction].