User Agreement

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using Bi Dot ("the Platform"), you agree to be bound by this User Agreement and all terms incorporated by reference. If you do not agree to all of these terms, do not use our Platform.

Important: This agreement contains provisions that limit our liability and require individual arbitration for disputes. Please read it carefully.

2. Account Registration

To access certain features of the Platform, you must register for an account. When you register, you agree to:

Provide accurate, current, and complete information
Maintain and promptly update your account information
Maintain the security of your password and accept all risks of unauthorized access
Notify us immediately if you discover or suspect any security breaches related to the Platform
Take responsibility for all activities that occur under your account

3. User Responsibilities

3.1 Startup Users

As a startup user, you agree to:

Provide accurate information about your company, team, and funding needs
Not misrepresent your company's stage, traction, or financial status
Respect the confidentiality of investor communications
Not spam investors with unsolicited funding requests

3.2 Investor Users

As an investor user, you agree to:

Provide accurate information about your investment criteria and track record
Not misrepresent your investment capacity or intentions
Respect the confidentiality of startup information shared with you
Respond professionally to legitimate connection requests

4. Content Guidelines

You are responsible for all content you post on the Platform. You agree not to post content that:

Is illegal, fraudulent, or promotes illegal activities
Infringes upon any third party's intellectual property rights
Contains confidential or proprietary information of others
Is defamatory, obscene, or harassing
Contains viruses or other malicious code

5. Crown System

The Crown System is designed to recognize investor credibility and engagement:

Crown Level	Requirements	Benefits
1 Crown	Basic profile completion	Access to basic platform features
2 Crowns	Verified identity + active engagement or subscription	Enhanced visibility and search priority
3 Crowns	Premium subscription + document verification	Full platform access with premium features

6. Termination

We may suspend or terminate your account if we believe you have violated this Agreement. You may terminate your account at any time by contacting us.

Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

We collect information to provide better services to our users. The types of information we collect include:

1.1 Information You Provide

Account Information: Name, email, phone number, professional background
Startup Information: Company details, pitch decks, financial projections
Investor Information: Investment criteria, portfolio information, verification documents
Communication Data: Messages, posts, and other content you create

1.2 Information Collected Automatically

Usage Data: How you interact with our Platform
Device Information: IP address, browser type, operating system
Cookies and Tracking: Technologies that help us understand user behavior

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

To provide and maintain our Platform
To match startups with relevant investors
To verify user identities and prevent fraud
To communicate with you about platform updates and opportunities
To improve our services and develop new features
To comply with legal obligations

3. Information Sharing

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

Scenario	What We Share	Purpose
Startup-Investor Matching	Relevant profile information	Facilitating connections
Service Providers	Necessary operational data	Platform functionality
Legal Requirements	Required information	Compliance with laws

4. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

Security Measures Include: Encryption of sensitive data, regular security assessments, access controls, and secure data storage practices.

5. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:

Access: Request a copy of your personal data
Correction: Update or correct inaccurate information
Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data
Restriction: Limit how we use your information
Portability: Receive your data in a portable format
Objection: Object to certain processing activities

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.

Terms & Conditions

1. Platform Usage

Bi Dot provides a networking platform connecting startups and investors. By using our Platform, you agree to these Terms & Conditions.

Note: We are a networking platform, not a financial advisor. All investment decisions are made at your own risk.

2. Eligibility

To use our Platform, you must:

Be at least 18 years old
Have the legal capacity to enter into binding contracts
Not be prohibited from using the Platform under applicable laws
Provide accurate and complete registration information

3. Intellectual Property

3.1 Our Content

All Platform content, including text, graphics, logos, and software, is the property of Bi Dot or its licensors and is protected by intellectual property laws.

3.2 Your Content

You retain ownership of any content you post on the Platform. By posting content, you grant us a worldwide, non-exclusive license to use, display, and distribute that content in connection with the Platform.

4. Prohibited Activities

You agree not to engage in any of the following prohibited activities:

Impersonating any person or entity
Accessing accounts or data without authorization
Interfering with or disrupting the Platform
Using the Platform for any illegal purpose
Harvesting or collecting information about users
Engaging in fraudulent or deceptive practices
Violating any applicable laws or regulations

5. Disclaimer of Warranties

The Platform is provided "as is" and "as available" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. We do not warrant that:

The Platform will meet your specific requirements
The Platform will be uninterrupted, timely, secure, or error-free
The results that may be obtained from the use of the Platform will be accurate or reliable
The quality of any products, services, information, or other material will meet your expectations

6. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Bi Dot shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including without limitation, loss of profits, data, use, goodwill, or other intangible losses.

Investment Disclaimer: Bi Dot does not endorse any startups or investors on the platform. All investment decisions and business relationships are entered into at your own risk.

7. Governing Law

These Terms & Conditions shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Delaware, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

8. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms & Conditions at any time. We will provide notice of material changes through the Platform or via email. Your continued use of the Platform after such changes constitutes your acceptance of the new Terms & Conditions.