# Terms of Service

These terms govern your use of OpenPools and our commitment to providing you with a safe, professional networking platform.

Last updated: February 5, 2026

By accessing or using OpenPools, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service and all applicable laws and regulations. If you do not agree with any of these terms, you are prohibited from using or accessing this service. These terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you and OpenPools.

## Account & User Responsibilities

### Account Creation & Accuracy

- You must provide accurate, current, and complete information during registration  
- You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials  
- You must notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account  
- You may only create one account and must be at least 18 years old to use our service

### Professional Conduct

- Maintain professional standards in all interactions and communications  
- Respect other users' privacy and intellectual property rights  
- Do not engage in harassment, discrimination, or inappropriate behavior  
- Use the platform for legitimate professional networking and collaboration

### Prohibited Activities

- Spam, phishing, or any form of unauthorized solicitation  
- Uploading malicious code, viruses, or harmful content  
- Attempting to gain unauthorized access to other accounts or systems  
- Misrepresenting your identity, qualifications, or professional background

## Content & Intellectual Property

### Your Content Rights

You retain ownership of all content you submit to OpenPools, including:

- Profile information, resumes, and professional portfolios  
- Messages, posts, and collaboration materials  
- Project descriptions and work samples  
- Any other user-generated content

### License to OpenPools

By submitting content, you grant OpenPools a limited, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to:

- Display your content to facilitate networking and matching  
- Process your professional data to generate DNA profiles and insights  
- Improve our matching algorithms and platform functionality  
- Backup and store your content for service reliability

### Content Standards

All content must:

- Be accurate and truthful regarding your professional background  
- Comply with applicable laws and regulations  
- Respect intellectual property rights of others  
- Maintain professional and appropriate standards

## Platform Services & Availability

### Service Availability

We strive to maintain 99.9% uptime but cannot guarantee uninterrupted service. Maintenance windows and upgrades may occasionally affect availability.

### Feature Updates

We regularly update and improve our platform. New features may be added and existing features may be modified with appropriate notice.

### Premium Services

Premium features require subscription and are subject to additional terms. Billing is automated and cancellation policies apply.

### Data Processing

Our AI algorithms process your professional data to create DNA profiles and facilitate meaningful connections with other professionals.

## Limitation of Liability & Disclaimers

### Service Disclaimer

OpenPools is provided "as is" and "as available" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. We do not warrant that the service will be error-free or uninterrupted, or that defects will be corrected.

### Limitation of Damages

In no event shall OpenPools be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including but not limited to loss of profits, data, or business opportunities.

### Maximum Liability

Our total liability to you for any claim related to the service shall not exceed the amount you paid us in the twelve months preceding the claim, or $100, whichever is greater.

### Third-Party Content

We are not responsible for content, accuracy, or conduct of other users. You interact with other professionals at your own risk and should use appropriate caution.

## Termination & Changes

### Account Termination

- You may terminate your account at any time through your account settings  
- We may terminate accounts that violate these terms or our community guidelines  
- Upon termination, your right to use the service ceases immediately  
- We will delete your personal data as outlined in our Privacy Policy

### Terms Updates

- We may modify these terms periodically to reflect service changes  
- Material changes will be communicated via email or platform notifications  
- Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance of new terms  
- If you disagree with changes, you should discontinue use

## Contact & Dispute Resolution

If you have questions about these terms or need clarification on any provision:

**Legal Team:** legal@openpools.in  
**General Support:** support@openpools.in

### Governing Law

These terms are governed by the laws of India. Any disputes will be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with the rules of the Indian Arbitration and Conciliation Act.

## Ready to join our professional community?

By signing up, you agree to these terms and join a network of professionals building the future together.