Terms of Service

Agreement Requirements

• You must be at least 16 years old to use our services
• If under 18, you must have parental or guardian consent
• You must have the legal capacity to enter into binding agreements
• Your use must comply with all applicable local, state, and federal laws

Organizational Accounts

If you're using the Platform on behalf of an organization, you represent that you have the authority to bind that organization to these Terms.

Platform Features

• Space Discovery: Tools for identifying and documenting community spaces
• Collaboration Hub: Features for community members to connect and collaborate
• AR Visualization: Augmented reality tools for space planning and design
• Impact Tracking: Analytics and reporting for community development projects
• Resource Library: Access to guides, templates, and best practices

Service Availability

• Services are provided "as is" and "as available"
• We strive for 99.9% uptime but cannot guarantee uninterrupted service
• Scheduled maintenance will be announced in advance when possible
• Some features may be in beta and subject to changes or limitations

Service Modifications

We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any part of our services at any time. We will provide reasonable notice for significant changes that affect core functionality.

Account Creation

• You must provide accurate and complete information when creating an account
• You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials
• You must notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account
• One person or organization may maintain only one account

Account Types

Account Responsibilities

• Keep your profile information current and accurate
• Use your real name and authentic information
• Respect the privacy and rights of other users
• Report any security vulnerabilities or suspicious activity

Acceptable Use

• Use the platform for legitimate community development purposes
• Respect the rights, privacy, and dignity of all community members
• Contribute constructively to discussions and collaborations
• Follow all applicable laws and regulations
• Respect intellectual property rights

Prohibited Activities

• Harassment: Bullying, threatening, or intimidating other users
• Spam: Sending unsolicited messages or promotional content
• Misinformation: Deliberately sharing false or misleading information
• Impersonation: Pretending to be someone else or creating fake accounts
• System Abuse: Attempting to hack, disrupt, or overload our systems
• Commercial Exploitation: Using the platform primarily for commercial gain without permission
• Illegal Activity: Any activity that violates local, state, or federal laws

Community Standards

We are committed to fostering inclusive, respectful communities. We expect all users to contribute to a positive environment that supports regenerative development and social equity.

Your Content

• You retain ownership of content you create and share on the platform
• You grant the Platform a license to use your content to provide our services
• You represent that you have the right to share all content you upload
• You are responsible for ensuring your content doesn't infringe on others' rights
• When publishing, you must select an accurate content license; Traditional Knowledge and community-restricted licenses require FPIC affirmation (Cultural Protocols)

Content License

By sharing content on the Platform, you grant us a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free license to:

• Display and distribute your content on the platform
• Create derivative works for platform functionality (e.g., thumbnails, previews)
• Use your content in aggregated analytics and research
• Include your content in promotional materials (with attribution)

Additional reuse by other users is governed by the license you select at publish time (e.g., Creative Commons, commercial, all-rights-reserved, Traditional Knowledge).

Platform Content

• Character Developer software, frameworks, design systems, APIs, schemas, scoring models, and editorial materials are proprietary to Modern Ancients — see our Copyright Notice
• Our content is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws
• You may not copy, modify, scrape for model training, or distribute our proprietary content without permission
• Third-party open-source components bundled with the Service remain under their own licenses
• Brand marks are governed by our Trademark Notice

DMCA Policy

We comply with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (17 U.S.C. §512), including notice-and-takedown, counter-notification, and a repeat-infringer termination policy. Full procedures, designated agent details, and the report form are at /dmca.

Cultural & Indigenous Intellectual Property

Sacred sites, ceremonial materials, and Traditional Knowledge are subject to our Cultural Protocols, including FPIC, community veto, and expedited cultural takedown — in addition to copyright law.

Subscription Plans

• Community (Free): Basic features for individual community members
• Organization ($49/month): Advanced tools for community organizations
• Enterprise (Custom): Full platform access with dedicated support

Billing Terms

• Subscriptions are billed monthly or annually in advance
• All fees are non-refundable except as required by law
• Price changes will be communicated 30 days in advance
• Failed payments may result in service suspension
• You can cancel your subscription at any time

Free Trial

• New users receive a 14-day free trial of Organization features
• No credit card required for trial activation
• Trial automatically converts to Community (free) plan unless upgraded
• One free trial per organization

Taxes

You are responsible for any applicable taxes, duties, or government fees. We will add applicable sales tax to your invoice where required by law.

Service Disclaimers

• This Service is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind
• We do not guarantee that the service will be uninterrupted or error-free
• We are not responsible for user-generated content or third-party services
• Location data and AR features may not always be accurate

Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, the Platform shall not be liable for:

• Indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages
• Loss of profits, data, or business opportunities
• Damages resulting from user content or third-party actions
• Any damages exceeding the amount paid for our services in the past 12 months

Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold the Platform harmless from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from your use of this Service, violation of these terms, or infringement of any rights.

Termination by You

• You may terminate your account at any time through your account settings
• Cancellation takes effect at the end of your current billing period
• You can export your data before termination
• Some content may remain visible in community contexts after termination

Termination by the Platform

We may terminate or suspend your account if you:

• Violate these Terms of Service or our Community Guidelines
• Accumulate repeat copyright infringement strikes under our DMCA Policy
• Engage in illegal activities or harmful behavior
• Fail to pay required fees after notice and opportunity to cure
• Create security risks or technical problems

Effect of Termination

• Your access to the platform will be immediately suspended
• Your personal data will be deleted according to our Privacy Policy
• Community contributions may remain for historical purposes
• Outstanding fees remain due and payable

Data Export

Before termination, you can request an export of your personal data. We will provide this in a standard format within 30 days of your request.

Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of California, United States, without regard to conflict of law principles.

Dispute Resolution

• We encourage resolving disputes through direct communication first
• Formal disputes will be resolved through binding arbitration
• Arbitration will be conducted under the rules of the American Arbitration Association
• Class action lawsuits are waived except where prohibited by law

Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect.