Terms of Service

1. Introduction

Welcome to Tributary, a social network that enables users to share content and connect with one another. These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your access to and use of our website, mobile applications, and any related services (collectively, the "Service"). By accessing or using Tributary, you agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy.

2. Acceptance of Terms

By using the Service, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to these Terms. If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, you must cease using the Service immediately.

3. Changes to Terms

Tributary reserves the right to modify or update these Terms at any time. Significant changes will be communicated via email and by posting updated Terms on our website. Continued use of the Service following any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated Terms.

4. Eligibility

You must be at least 13 years old to use the Service. By registering for an account, you represent and warrant that you meet this eligibility requirement. If you are under the age of majority in your jurisdiction, you must have your parent or legal guardian's consent to use the Service.

5. Account Registration and Security

• Registration: When you create an account with us, you agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information as prompted by the registration form.
• Security: You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and for all activities that occur under your account. Please notify us immediately if you suspect any unauthorized use of your account.
• You accept responsibility for all activities that occur under your account.

We reserve the right to refuse service, terminate accounts, remove or edit content, or cancel orders at our sole discretion.

6. Use of the Service

• License to Use: We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to use the Service solely in accordance with these Terms.
• Acceptable Use: You agree not to use the Service for any unlawful or unauthorized purpose. Prohibited activities include, but are not limited to, harassing other users, transmitting malicious code, or engaging in any activity that disrupts or interferes with the Service.
• Public Content: Some aspects of your profile are publicly accessible to other logged-in users. By posting content on Tributary, you acknowledge that it may be viewed by other users.

7. Prohibited Activities

You may not engage in any of the following activities:

• Using the service for any illegal purpose or in violation of any laws.
• Posting unauthorized commercial communications.
• Engaging in harassment, bullying, or hate speech.
• Uploading viruses or malicious code.
• Attempting to access accounts, systems, or data not intended for you.
• Interfering with or disrupting the service or servers.

8. User Content and Intellectual Property

• Ownership: You retain ownership of the content you post, including text, photos, audio, video, and other materials ("User Content").
• License Grant: By submitting User Content, you grant Tributary a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, distribute, display, and modify your content as necessary to provide the Service.
• Responsibility: You are solely responsible for the User Content you post and for any consequences arising from its publication. You agree not to post any content that infringes on the intellectual property rights of others.

9. Intellectual Property of the Service

All content and materials provided by Tributary, including but not limited to the website design, graphics, logos, and software, are the property of Tributary or its licensors and are protected by international copyright, trademark, patent, trade secret, and other intellectual property or proprietary rights laws. You agree not to copy, modify, or distribute any such content without express written permission.

10. Privacy and Data

Your privacy is important to us. Please refer to our Privacy Policy for detailed information on how we collect, use, and protect your personal data. Key points include:

• Data Collection: We collect names, email addresses, location data, profile details, usage data, connections, posts, photos, audio, and video.
• Future Data Sharing: Although we do not currently share or sell your personal information, you acknowledge that in the future, your data may be accessed by third parties, advertisers, or legal authorities.
• Cookies and Tracking: While tracking cookies are not in use at present, Tributary may deploy such technologies in the future to enhance user experience and analyze usage. Additional information will be provided at that time.
• User Rights: In compliance with GDPR and CCPA, you have the right to request an export of your data or deletion of your personal information. Your data will be stored permanently on our servers unless you decide to delete it.

11. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to safeguard your data. However, no system is entirely secure, and we cannot guarantee the absolute security of your personal information. You acknowledge and accept this inherent risk when using the Service.

12. Disclaimers and Limitation of Liability

• No Warranties: The Service is provided "as is" and "as available" without any warranty, express or implied, including, but not limited to, warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement.
• Limitation of Liability: Under no circumstances shall Tributary, its affiliates, or their respective directors, officers, employees, or agents be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including without limitation, loss of profits, data, use, goodwill, or other intangible losses, resulting from:
  • Your access to or use of or inability to access or use the service.
  • Any conduct or content of any third party on the service.
  • Any content obtained from the service.
  • Unauthorized access, use, or alteration of your transmissions or content.

13. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Tributary and its affiliates from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of or in any way connected with your violation of these Terms or your use of the Service.

14. Termination

Tributary reserves the right to suspend or terminate your access to the Service, with or without notice, for any reason, including, without limitation, violation of these Terms. Upon termination, all licenses and rights granted to you will immediately cease, and you must discontinue all use of the Service.

15. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

• Governing Law: These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of [Your Country/State], without regard to its conflict of laws rules.
• Dispute Resolution: Any disputes arising out of or related to these Terms or the Service shall be resolved exclusively in the appropriate courts located in [Your Country/State].

16. Updates and Communication

Tributary may update these Terms at any time. We will provide notice of any material changes by sending an email to your registered address and by posting the updated Terms on our website. Your continued use of the Service after any such changes constitutes your acceptance of the new Terms.

17. Contact Information

If you have any questions about these Terms or need further assistance, please contact us at:

Tributary Support

admin@atributary.com