Terms of Service
Effective Date: January 15, 2025 | Version 2.0
Welcome to Nichehood! These Terms of Service govern your use of our platform. By using Nichehood, you agree to these terms. Please read them carefully.
1. Agreement to Terms
1.1 Acceptance. By accessing or using Nichehood ("the Service"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"), our Privacy Policy, and our Community Guidelines, which are incorporated by reference.
1.2 Eligibility. You must be at least 18 years old to use Nichehood. By using the Service, you represent and warrant that you meet this age requirement and have the legal capacity to enter into these Terms.
1.3 Modifications. We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Material changes will be notified via email or in-app notification at least 30 days before they take effect. Your continued use of the Service after the effective date constitutes acceptance of the modified Terms.
2. Account Registration & Security
2.1 Account Creation
- • Provide accurate, current, and complete information
- • Use your real name and authentic photo
- • Maintain only one personal account
- • Keep your login credentials confidential
2.2 Account Security
- • You are responsible for all activities under your account
- • Notify us immediately of any unauthorized access
- • We recommend enabling two-factor authentication
- • We are not liable for losses from unauthorized account use
2.3 Account Verification. We may require identity verification to maintain platform integrity. Failure to complete verification when requested may result in account restrictions.
3. User Content & Conduct
3.1 Your Content
You retain ownership of content you post ("User Content"), but grant us a license to use it:
You grant Nichehood a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to:
- • Use, copy, store, distribute, and display your User Content
- • Modify your User Content for technical requirements
- • Share your public profile with other users in your area
- • Use your content for Service improvement (anonymized)
3.2 Content Standards
Your User Content must not:
- ✗Violate any laws or regulations
- ✗Infringe on intellectual property rights
- ✗Contain hate speech, harassment, or discrimination
- ✗Include explicit or inappropriate content
- ✗Promote dangerous or illegal activities
- ✗Contain false or misleading information
3.3 Community Guidelines
Our detailed Community Guidelines are available at nichehood.com/community-policies. Violations may result in content removal, account suspension, or termination.
4. Prohibited Activities
You agree not to engage in any of the following prohibited activities:
Platform Misuse
- • Creating fake or impersonation accounts
- • Using automated systems or bots
- • Scraping or harvesting user data
- • Circumventing security measures
- • Interfering with Service operation
Harmful Behavior
- • Stalking or harassing users
- • Organizing illegal activities
- • Commercial solicitation without permission
- • Spreading malware or viruses
- • Violating others' privacy
4.1 Enforcement. We reserve the right to investigate and take appropriate action against anyone who violates these prohibitions, including removing content, suspending or terminating accounts, and reporting to law enforcement.
5. Meetups & Real-World Interactions
Important Safety Notice:
Nichehood facilitates connections but is not responsible for interactions that occur offline. You are solely responsible for your interactions with other users.
5.1 Meetup Guidelines
- •Always meet in public places for first meetings
- •Inform someone you trust about your meetup plans
- •Trust your instincts if something feels wrong
- •Report any concerning behavior to us immediately
5.2 Event Organization. If you organize events through Nichehood, you are responsible for compliance with local laws, obtaining necessary permits, and ensuring participant safety.
6. Disclaimers & Limitations
6.1 Service "AS IS"
NICHEHOOD IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT.
6.2 Limitation of Liability
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, NICHEHOOD SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, OR ANY LOSS OF PROFITS OR REVENUES, WHETHER INCURRED DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY.
6.3 User Interactions. We are not responsible for the conduct of any user on or off the Service. You agree to take reasonable precautions in all interactions with other users.
7. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Nichehood, its officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, and expenses (including legal fees) arising from:
- • Your use of the Service
- • Your User Content
- • Your violation of these Terms
- • Your violation of any rights of another party
- • Your conduct in connection with the Service
8. Dispute Resolution
8.1 Informal Resolution
Before filing a claim, you agree to try to resolve disputes informally by contacting legal@nichehood.com. We'll attempt to resolve disputes informally for 60 days.
8.2 Binding Arbitration
If informal resolution fails, disputes will be resolved through binding arbitration under the American Arbitration Association rules, except you may assert claims in small claims court if eligible.
8.3 Class Action Waiver
You agree to resolve disputes with Nichehood individually and waive any right to participate in class actions or class arbitrations.
9. Termination
9.1 Termination by You. You may terminate your account at any time through account settings. Upon termination, your profile will be removed and your data deleted per our Privacy Policy.
9.2 Termination by Us. We may suspend or terminate your account if:
- • You violate these Terms or Community Guidelines
- • You engage in conduct harmful to other users or the Service
- • Required by law or legal process
- • Your account is inactive for an extended period
9.3 Effect of Termination. Upon termination, your right to use the Service ceases immediately. Provisions that should survive termination will remain in effect.
10. General Provisions
10.1 Governing Law. These Terms are governed by the laws of California, USA, without regard to conflict of law principles.
10.2 Entire Agreement. These Terms, along with our Privacy Policy and Community Guidelines, constitute the entire agreement between you and Nichehood.
10.3 Severability. If any provision is found unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue in full force.
10.4 No Waiver. Our failure to enforce any right or provision is not a waiver of that right or provision.
10.5 Assignment. You may not assign these Terms without our consent. We may assign our rights to any successor or acquirer.
11. Contact Information
Legal Department
Email: legal@nichehood.com
Terms Inquiries: terms@nichehood.com
Mail: Nichehood, Inc.
Attn: Legal Department
123 Community Way
San Francisco, CA 94105
For support issues, please contact support@nichehood.com
By using Nichehood, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service.
Last reviewed by Legal Team: January 2025