Terms of Service
1. Introduction and Definitions
1.1. These Terms of Service (“Terms”) govern your use of Freelance Friends’ services, including our website, online platforms, in-person events, and all related services (collectively, the “Services”).
1.2. By using our Services, you agree to these Terms. If you disagree with any part of the terms, you may not use our Services.
1.3. “You” refers to the individual or entity using our Services. “We,” “us,” and “our” refer to Freelance Friends.
2. Services Description
2.1. Freelance Friends provides a community platform for freelancers, small business owners, and entrepreneurs, offering online and in-person services including but not limited to accountability sessions, co-working, workshops, training, meetups, a jobs board, and member directory.
2.2. We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any part of our Services at any time without notice.
3. User Accounts and Membership
3.1. You must create an account to access certain Services. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account information and for all activities under your account.
3.2. Membership fees and benefits vary based on the tier you select. We reserve the right to change our pricing structure with reasonable notice.
4. User Conduct and Community Guidelines
4.1. You agree to use our Services in a manner consistent with all applicable laws and regulations.
4.2. You will not engage in any behavior that is disruptive, abusive, or harmful to other members or our Services.
5. Content and Intellectual Property
5.1. You retain ownership of any content you submit to our Services. By submitting content, you grant us a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, and distribute that content in connection with our Services.
5.2. Our Services and all related intellectual property are owned by Freelance Friends. You may not use our trademarks or other proprietary information without our express written consent.
6. Privacy and Data Protection
6.1. Our Privacy Policy, available on our website, explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.
6.2. You consent to our collection and use of personal information as outlined in our Privacy Policy.
7. Payment and Refunds
7.1. You agree to pay all fees associated with your chosen membership tier. Fees are non-refundable except where required by law.
7.2. We use third-party payment processors and are not responsible for errors or actions of these processors.
8. Cancellation and Termination
8.1. You may cancel your membership at any time by contacting us. Cancellation will be effective at the end of your current billing cycle.
8.2. We reserve the right to terminate or suspend your account for violations of these Terms or for any other reason at our sole discretion.
9. Disclaimers and Limitations of Liability
9.1. Our Services are provided “as is” without any warranties, express or implied.
9.2. We shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages resulting from your use of our Services.
10. Indemnification
10.1. You agree to indemnify and hold Freelance Friends harmless from any claims, losses, or damages arising from your use of our Services or violation of these Terms.
11. Dispute Resolution
11.1. Any disputes arising from these Terms or our Services will be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with UK law.
11.2. You agree to resolve disputes individually and waive any right to participate in a class action lawsuit.
12. Changes to Terms
12.1. We may update these Terms at any time. We will notify you of any significant changes via email or through our Services.
12.2. Your continued use of our Services after changes to these Terms constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.
13. Contact Information
13.1. For questions about these Terms, please contact us via our Contact Page.
14. User Content
14.1. You are solely responsible for the content you post on our Services, including in the member directory, job board, and during online sessions.
14.2. You agree not to post content that is illegal, offensive, or infringes on the rights of others.
15. Confidentiality
15.1. You agree to maintain the confidentiality of information shared by other members during our Services, including online sessions and in-person events.
15.2. You will not use or disclose confidential information obtained through our Services for any purpose outside of Freelance Friends without explicit permission.
16. Events and Workshops
16.1. Participation in events and workshops is subject to availability and may require additional fees.
16.2. We reserve the right to change event details or cancel events at our discretion, with reasonable notice where possible.
17. Jobs Board
17.1. We do not guarantee the accuracy or legitimacy of job postings on our job board. Users are responsible for verifying job information.
17.2. We are not responsible for any interactions or agreements between job posters and job seekers.
18. Member Directory
18.1. Information you provide for the member directory must be accurate and up-to-date.
18.2. We are not responsible for verifying the credentials or qualifications of members listed in the directory.
19. Third-Party Links and Services
19.1. Our Services may contain links to third-party websites or services that are not owned or controlled by Freelance Friends.
19.2. We have no control over, and assume no responsibility for, the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party websites or services.
20. Feedback and Suggestions
20.1. We welcome feedback and suggestions for improving our Services. By providing feedback, you grant us the right to use it without any restriction or compensation to you.
21. Force Majeure
21.1. We will not be liable for any failure or delay in performing our obligations where such failure or delay results from any cause beyond our reasonable control.
22. Severability
22.1. If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision will be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary so that these Terms will otherwise remain in full force and effect.
23. Assignment
23.1. You may not assign or transfer these Terms, by operation of law or otherwise, without our prior written consent.
23.2. We may assign or transfer these Terms, at our sole discretion, without restriction.
24. Entire Agreement
24.1. These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and Freelance Friends regarding our Services, superseding any prior agreements.
25. Governing Law
25.1. These Terms shall be governed and construed in accordance with the laws of the United Kingdom, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.
By continuing to use Freelance Friends’ Services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these additional terms as part of our complete Terms of Service.