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Terms of Service
LAST UPDATED ON JAN 1, 2025
Introduction
Welcome to Ideas-Shared. These Terms of Service (“ToS”) constitute a legally binding agreement between You (“User”, “You”, “Your”) and Robert Thompson, trading as Ideas-Shared (“We”, “Us”, “Our”).
By using our services, you agree to comply with these terms. If you do not agree to these terms, you must stop using the service immediately.
Our services include websites, applications, and any associated tools, materials, and features made available by Ideas-Shared (“Service”). By accessing the Service, you also agree to our Privacy Policy and Community Guidelines, which are incorporated by reference.
Legal Entity Information
Ideas-Shared is operated by Robert Thompson, a sole trader based in the United Kingdom. As a sole trader:
- All business activities are conducted under the name Ideas-Shared, with revenues and liabilities managed personally by Robert Thompson.
- The platform is not yet incorporated but may transition to a limited company or community interest company (CIC) structure in the future as revenue grows.
- All profits, risks, and responsibilities are borne by the sole trader.
If you have questions about the business structure, please contact us via the details below.
Access and Use
Eligibility
To use the Service, you must:
- Be at least 16 years old.
- Provide accurate and complete information during registration.
- Accept full responsibility for safeguarding your account credentials.
By using the Service, you represent and warrant that you meet these requirements.
Purpose of Use
The Service is designed to:
Your Account
Account Creation
By registering, you agree to:
You are fully responsible for all activity that occurs under your account.
Organisational Accounts
For organisations, accounts may include logos and descriptions of registered entities. We encourage organisations to provide verifiable information to promote trust and transparency.
Activity Listings and Groups
Activity Listings
Users may create Activity Listings to share ideas, frustrations, or opportunities. Listings are intended for collaboration and remain active only as long as needed to achieve specific outcomes. The creator (“List Owner”) is responsible for managing and updating their listings.
Groups
To support Activity Listings, users can create Groups. These Groups:
The creator of a Group (“Group Owner”) is responsible for its management and outcomes.
Content and Ownership
User-Generated Content
Content you submit to the Service remains your intellectual property. However, by submitting content, you grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide licence to use, display, and reproduce your content as necessary to operate the Service.
User Responsibility
You are solely responsible for:
Public Content
Ideas-Shared is an open platform. By default, content you post is publicly visible. Users are advised to share only information they are comfortable making public.
Prohibited Activities
To maintain a safe and productive environment, you agree NOT to:
- Post unlawful, defamatory, or harmful content.
- Engage in spamming, phishing, or fraudulent activities.
- Misrepresent your identity or affiliation.
- Use bots, scraping tools, or unauthorised software to interact with the Service.
- Upload malware or malicious software.
Violations may result in account suspension or termination.
Third-Party Services
Ideas-Shared integrates with third-party providers (e.g., payment processors, email infrastructure). While we strive to partner with reputable providers, we are not liable for their policies or actions.
By connecting to third-party services, you accept their terms and policies, which may differ from ours.
Privacy and Data
We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your data. For details on how we collect, use, and store your data, refer to our Privacy Policy.
International Data Transfers
By using the Service, you consent to the transfer and processing of your data in jurisdictions where privacy laws may differ from your own.
Limitation of Liability
Ideas-Shared is provided on an “as is” basis. We make no guarantees about the performance, reliability, or suitability of the Service for any purpose. To the fullest extent permitted by law:
We are not liable for:
As a sole trader, Robert Thompson personally assumes responsibility for compliance with these Terms and associated liabilities.
Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Robert Thompson, trading as Ideas-Shared, against claims, damages, or expenses arising from:
- Your use of the Service.
- Your violation of these Terms or applicable laws.
- Infringement of third-party rights through your content or actions.
Changes to the Service
We may update, modify, or discontinue parts of the Service at any time. Where changes are material, we will notify you in advance. Continued use of the Service after changes take effect constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms.
Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of England and Wales. Any disputes arising from these Terms shall be resolved exclusively in the courts of England and Wales.
Dispute Resolution
Before initiating formal legal action, you agree to:
- Notify us of your dispute in writing.
- Attempt informal resolution for at least 21 days.
Unresolved disputes may be referred to arbitration under the LCIA Rules, with proceedings conducted in English.
Termination
We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your account if you:
- Breach these Terms.
- Engage in prohibited activities.
- Fail to comply with legal obligations.
You may terminate your account at any time by contacting us. Upon termination, access to your content may no longer be available.
Contact Us
For questions or concerns, contact us at:
Final Notes
These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and Robert Thompson, trading as Ideas-Shared. Any previous agreements are superseded by this document. If any provision is deemed unenforceable, the remaining terms shall remain in full effect.
Thank you for choosing Ideas-Shared. Let’s create meaningful change together.