Terms of Service

Introduction

Welcome to Hey Circle. These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your use of our mobile application that connects brands and creators. By downloading, installing, or using the Hey Circle app, you agree to be bound by these Terms and all applicable laws and regulations.

If you do not agree with any of these terms, you are prohibited from using or accessing this platform. The materials contained in this platform are protected by applicable copyright and trademark law.

Definitions

• "App" refers to the Hey Circle mobile application
• "User" refers to any individual or entity using our mobile application
• "Creator" refers to content creators, influencers, and individuals offering creative services
• "Brand" refers to businesses, companies, and organizations seeking creator partnerships
• "Content" refers to any text, images, videos, or other materials shared through the app
• "Services" refers to all features and functionality provided by the Hey Circle app

Account Registration

To use our mobile application, you must create an account. You agree to:

• Provide accurate, current, and complete information during registration
• Maintain and update your account information to keep it accurate and current
• Protect your account credentials and not share them with others
• Accept responsibility for all activities that occur under your account
• Notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account

App Usage

You may use our mobile application for lawful purposes only. You agree not to:

• Use the app for any illegal or unauthorized purpose
• Violate any applicable laws or regulations
• Infringe upon the rights of others
• Upload or share harmful, offensive, or inappropriate content
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems
• Interfere with or disrupt the app's functionality
• Use automated systems to access the app without permission
• Modify, reverse engineer, or attempt to extract source code from the app
• Use the app on unauthorized devices or operating systems

Creator Responsibilities

As a creator using our mobile application, you agree to:

• Provide accurate and truthful information about your services and experience
• Deliver content and services as agreed upon with brands
• Meet deadlines and fulfill contractual obligations
• Maintain professional communication with brands
• Respect intellectual property rights and copyright laws
• Comply with all applicable advertising and disclosure regulations
• Maintain the quality and authenticity of your content

Brand Responsibilities

As a brand using our mobile application, you agree to:

• Provide clear and accurate campaign briefs and requirements
• Pay creators according to agreed-upon terms and timelines
• Provide timely feedback and approvals
• Respect creator creative freedom within agreed parameters
• Maintain professional communication with creators
• Comply with all applicable advertising and disclosure regulations
• Provide necessary materials and information for campaigns

Payment Terms

Payment terms and conditions:

• All payments are processed through our secure payment system
• Payment terms are agreed upon between brands and creators
• Hey Circle may charge platform fees as disclosed in our fee structure
• Refunds are subject to our refund policy and mutual agreement
• Tax obligations are the responsibility of individual users
• Disputes regarding payments should be resolved through our dispute resolution process

Intellectual Property

Intellectual property rights and ownership:

• Creators retain ownership of their original content unless otherwise agreed
• Brands may license content according to agreed-upon terms
• Hey Circle retains rights to platform content and materials
• Users must respect copyright and trademark laws
• Unauthorized use of content is prohibited
• Disputes over intellectual property should be resolved between parties

Privacy and Data Protection

Your privacy is important to us. Our collection and use of personal information is governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference.

Dispute Resolution

In the event of disputes between users:

• Parties should attempt to resolve disputes amicably
• Hey Circle may provide mediation services at our discretion
• Legal disputes should be resolved through appropriate legal channels
• Hey Circle is not responsible for resolving disputes between users
• Users agree to indemnify Hey Circle against claims arising from their use of the platform

Limitation of Liability

Hey Circle's liability is limited to the extent permitted by law. We are not responsible for:

• Disputes between users of the platform
• Quality or delivery of services provided by creators
• Actions or inactions of third-party service providers
• Loss of data or content due to technical issues
• Indirect, incidental, or consequential damages

Termination

We may terminate or suspend your account at any time for:

• Violation of these Terms of Service
• Fraudulent or illegal activities
• Repeated violations of platform policies
• Non-payment of fees or charges
• At our sole discretion for any other reason

Upon termination, your right to use the platform ceases immediately.

Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting. Your continued use of the platform after changes constitutes acceptance of the new Terms.

Governing Law

These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of India. Any disputes arising from these Terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts in India.

Contact Information

If you have any questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us using the information on our Contact Us page.