Terms of Use Policy for Gig Workers Universe

Last Updated: May 15, 2023

Welcome to Gig Workers Universe! These Terms of Use ("Terms") govern your use of our website, applications, and services (collectively referred to as "Platform"). By accessing or using our Platform, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, please refrain from using our Platform.

  1. User Obligations

a. Eligibility: You must be at least 18 years old and have the legal capacity to enter into a binding contract to use our Platform. By using the Platform, you represent and warrant that you meet these requirements.

b. Accurate Information: You agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information during the registration process and to keep such information updated. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and for all activities that occur under your account.

c. Prohibited Activities: You must not use our Platform for any unlawful or unauthorized purpose. You agree not to engage in any activity that may interfere with or disrupt the functioning of the Platform, including but not limited to introducing viruses, hacking, or transmitting harmful or illegal content.

  1. Platform Usage

a. User Content: By using our Platform, you may have the opportunity to create, post, or transmit content, including text, images, or other materials ("User Content"). You retain ownership of your User Content, but you grant Gig Workers Universe a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, modify, adapt, publish, and distribute your User Content for the purposes of operating and promoting the Platform.

b. Prohibited Content: You must not post or transmit any User Content that is defamatory, infringing, obscene, pornographic, or violates any third-party rights. Gig Workers Universe reserves the right to remove any User Content that violates these Terms or is otherwise objectionable.

c. Intellectual Property: All intellectual property rights in the Platform and its content, including but not limited to trademarks, logos, and copyrighted materials, belong to Gig Workers Universe or its licensors. You agree not to use or reproduce any intellectual property without obtaining prior written permission from the respective owners.

  1. Payments and Fees

a. Fees: Gig Workers Universe may charge fees for certain services provided on the Platform. Any applicable fees will be clearly communicated to you before you engage in such services. You are responsible for all fees associated with your use of the Platform.

b. Payment Processing: We may use third-party payment processors to facilitate transactions on the Platform. Your use of such payment processors is subject to their terms and conditions. Gig Workers Universe is not responsible for any errors, delays, or other issues arising from payment processing.

  1. Limitation of Liability

a. Disclaimer: Gig Workers Universe provides the Platform "as is" and does not make any warranties, representations, or guarantees regarding its availability, accuracy, reliability, or suitability for any purpose. We disclaim all liability for any loss, damage, or harm arising from your use of the Platform.

b. Indemnification: You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold Gig Workers Universe and its affiliates, directors, officers, employees, and agents harmless from any claims, losses, damages, liabilities, and expenses arising out of or related to your use of the Platform or violation of these Terms.

  1. Modifications and Termination

a. Modifications: Gig Workers Universe reserves the right to modify or update these Terms at any time, without prior notice. It is your responsibility to review the Terms periodically. Your continued use of the Platform after any modifications will constitute your acceptance of the updated Terms.

b. Termination: Gig Workers Universe may terminate or suspend your access to the Platform, in whole or in part, at any time and for any reason, including but not limited to your violation of these Terms or any applicable laws. In the event of termination, your access to the Platform will be immediately revoked, and you must cease all use of the Platform.

  1. Privacy

a. Privacy Policy: Your privacy is important to us. Please refer to our Privacy Policy to understand how we collect, use, and disclose your personal information when you use our Platform.

  1. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

a. Governing Law: These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the United States, without regard to its conflict of laws principles.

b. Dispute Resolution: Any dispute, controversy, or claim arising out of or relating to these Terms or your use of the Platform shall be resolved through negotiations in good faith. If the parties are unable to reach a resolution, the dispute shall be referred to mediation or binding arbitration in accordance with the rules of the State of New Jersey. Each party shall bear its own costs incurred during the dispute resolution process.

  1. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is deemed invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect. The invalid or unenforceable provision shall be replaced by a valid and enforceable provision that closely matches the intent of the original provision.

  1. Entire Agreement

These Terms, along with any additional terms or policies referenced herein, constitute the entire agreement between you and Gig Workers Universe regarding your use of the Platform and supersede any prior agreements or understandings, whether written or oral.

If you have any questions or concerns about these Terms, please Contact Us. Thank you for using Gig Workers Universe!