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Terms of Service

AyiConnect Terms of Use Agreement

Please read these AyiConnect Terms and Conditions and the accompanying AyiConnect Privacy Policy (collectively, the “Agreement”) carefully before you, the User, use any service provided by AYI INC and its affiliates (collectively, “AyiConnect”). By downloading or installing AyiConnect applications you are conclusively deemed to have accepted and agreed to be bound by the Agreement.

PLEASE BE AWARE THAT THE AGREEMENT INCLUDES LIMITATIONS ON THE LIABILITY OF AYICONNECT RELATING TO THE SERVICE AND THE PRODUCTS AND SERVICES OFFERED THROUGH THE SERVICE, CERTAIN CONDITIONS AND LIMITATIONS WITH RESPECT TO JURISDICTION AND BRINGING CLAIMS AGAINST AYICONNECT (INCLUDING A MANDATORY ARBITRATION PROVISION), AND CERTAIN EXCLUSIONS OF AYICONNECT’S RESPONSIBILITY WITH RESPECT TO THE SERVICE AND THE PRODUCTS AND SERVICES OFFERED THROUGH THE SERVICE.

AyiConnect App Subscription Terms and Conditions.⚖️Compliance with Laws and Regulations

Terms and Conditions

  1. Applicability
    1. The Agreement comprises the entire agreement between the parties and supersedes all prior or contemporaneous understandings, agreements, negotiations, representations and warranties, and communications, both written and oral.
    2. The Agreement prevails over any of User’s general terms and conditions regardless of whether or when User has submitted its request for proposal, order, or such terms. Provision of services to User does not constitute acceptance of any of User’s terms and conditions and does not serve to modify or amend the Agreement.
    3. Oral modifications of the Agreement are not binding.
  2. Description of Site and Services.
    1. AyiConnect is an online marketplace that connects individuals seeking family services (“Families”) with individuals seeking to provide family services related to care or learning (“Helpers”, and, collectively with Families, “Users”). AyiConnect allows Families to post jobs (“Jobs”) and Helpers to publish their activities (“Helper Activities”) on AyiConnect (“Listings”) and to communicate directly with each other to allow for booking. Helper Activities may include the creating and offering of care or learning-related activities, including the provision of online classes, and may include access to unique locations and activities. Helper Activities may be held in person or online.
    2. AyiConnect reserves the right to review and approve all Users. Such approval is at the sole discretion of AyiConnect and may be conditioned upon the successful completion of a criminal background check, reference check, other cautionary basic review processes and any other conditions AyiConnect deems necessary or advisable. AyiConnect also reserves the right to terminate Helper Activities at any time for any reason (or no reason), at AyiConnect’s sole discretion.
    3. When Families request a booking and Helpers accept a booking, they are entering into a contract directly with each other. AyiConnect is not and does not become a party to or other participants in any contractual relationship between Families and Helpers. AyiConnect is not acting as an agent in any capacity for any User.
    4. To increase Jobs and Listings exposure and promote AyiConnect, content Users submit or make available for inclusion on the Service (“Content”) may be displayed on other applications such as Facebook or WeChat, within emails, and in online and offline advertisements. To assist Helpers or Families who speak different languages, Content may be translated, in whole or in part, into other languages utilizing translation tools powered by Google. AyiConnect cannot guarantee the accuracy or quality of such translations and Families and Helpers are responsible for reviewing and verifying the accuracy of such translations.
    5. AyiConnect is not an employment service and does not serve as an employer of Users, recruit Users for employment, secure employment for Users, or evaluate or test Users for employment purposes. AyiConnect has no control over, and expressly disclaims any liability for, the acts or omissions of any Users on or off the Platform and makes no representations or warranties about the quality of the care services provided by any User. AyiConnect is not responsible for the performance or conduct, whether on or off the Platform, of Users. Users transact amongst themselves. AyiConnect is NOT involved in the transactions. Users should make their own assessments and decisions prior to interaction. As such, AyiConnect expressly disclaims, and each User expressly releases AyiConnect from any and all liability whatsoever for any controversies, claims, suits, injuries, and/or damages arising from and/or in any way related to the Platform, including without limitation any acts and/or omissions of Users on or off the Platform.
    6. AyiConnect services do not include any medical, diagnostic, treatment, or clinical service or engage in any conduct that requires a professional license. AyiConnect is not an employment agency, and does not secure or procure employees nor secure or procure opportunities for employment for any Users. AyiConnect does not control, monitor, supervise, or oversee the quality, timing, hours, pay, legality, or any other aspect of services delivered by User(s), nor does it requires User(s) to accept or work any jobs or deliver any services.
  3. Use of AyiConnect Services
    1. By using AyiConnect’s services, websites, platforms, or applications, including any subsequently acquired or developed services, websites, platforms, or applications (collectively, the “Service”) each User represents and warrants that such User (i) is at least 18 years old and (ii) has at all times complied, and will at all times comply with all laws and regulations, including without limitation all laws and regulations relating to the User’s authorization to work in the jurisdiction in which User seeks to provide or receive services. AyiConnect reserves the right to require proof that each user meets the requirements stated in this Section 3A. Failure to provide accurate proof of age shall result in a forfeit of any virtual items associated with such User’s account.
    2. Please refer to the privacy policy available on the AyiConnect website at https://www.AyiConnect.com/privacy for information on how AyiConnect protects your data.
    3. Users may be required to register as a user or create an account in order to use the Service. By registering or creating an account, each User agrees to provide accurate and complete information and to inform AyiConnect of any changes to that information. Each registration is for a single User only, unless otherwise expressly provided on the registration page. Each User is responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of such User’s account and password and for restricting access to such User’s computer. Each User agrees to accept sole responsibility for all activities that occur under such a User's account or password, and expressly acknowledges that AyiConnect disclaims any and all responsibility or liability for such activities. Each User agrees to immediately notify AyiConnect if such User believes there has been unauthorized use of such User’s account.
    4. By using the Service, each User hereby grants AyiConnect the following worldwide, royalty-free and non-exclusive licenses with respect to such User’s Content: the license to use, distribute, reproduce, modify, adapt, publicly perform and publicly display such Content on the Service solely for the purposes of providing and promoting AyiConnect and the Service.
    5. AyiConnect reserves the right to review the Helper’s Listings or Families’ Jobs to ensure compliance with the Terms of Service or that they are not in violation of terms or other laws.
    6. For Helpers:
      1. When creating a Listing through AyiConnect, each Helper must (i) provide complete and accurate information about its Helper Activities (including description, location, and availability), (ii) disclose any deficiencies, restrictions, and requirements that apply to its Helper Activities, and (iii) provide any other information requested by AyiConnect. Each Helper is responsible for keeping its Listing information (including calendar availability) updated at all times.
      2. Each Helper is solely responsible for setting a price (including any taxes if applicable, or charges such as cleaning fees) for such Helper’s Listing (“Listing Fee”). Helpers have the option to provide flexible pricing and accept a new price when a Family submits an offer. Once both Family and Helper accept the offer, the Helper will be entering into a legally binding agreement with the Family and shall be responsible for delivering or performing the Helper's Services. Each Helper agrees to pay the applicable Helper Fee and any applicable taxes whether sales, income tax, or both.
      3. Any terms and conditions included in a Helper’s Listing, in particular in relation to cancellations do not, in any way, affect any AyiConnect cancellation policy applicable to such Helper’s Listing.
      4. The placement and ranking of Listings in search results on the AyiConnect may vary and depend on a variety of factors, such as search parameters and preferences, requirements, price and calendar availability, reviews, and type.
      5. Helpers are responsible for their own acts and/or omissions including acceptance of the booking, and are also responsible for the acts and/or omissions of any individuals who are otherwise present at the Listing or during the course of any Helper Activity at such Helper’s request or invitation, excluding Families.
      6. Helper membership: The benefits listed on the new membership will only apply to the new subscribers starting 7/8/2024 date and onwards. We won't retroactively apply.
    7. Disputes and Cancellations:
      1. AyiConnect encourages Helper and Family to try and settle conflicts amongst themselves and cancel bookings based on Helper’s cancellation policy. If for any reason this fails Users may reach out to AyiConnect, but AyiConnect shall be under no obligation to facilitate the resolution of disputes between Helper and Family.
      2. AyiConnect, through its third-party payment services helpers, reserves the right to cancel orders or place funds on hold for any suspected fraudulent transactions made on the Service.
      3. AyiConnect may, but is under no obligation to, help facilitate the resolution of disputes and only if the underlying dispute is direct because of a violation of the Terms, however, AyiConnect has no control over and does not guarantee (i) the existence, quality, safety, suitability, or legality of any Listings or Helper Activities, (ii) the truth or accuracy of any Listing descriptions, ratings, reviews, or other Content, or (iii) the performance or conduct of any Helper, Family or third party. AyiConnect does not endorse any Helper, Listing, or Helper Activity. Any references to a Helper being "verified," or similar language, only indicate that the Helper has completed a relevant verification or identification process and nothing else. Any such description is not an endorsement, certification, or guarantee by AyiConnect about any Helper, including the Helper’s identity or background or whether the Helper is trustworthy, safe, or suitable.
    8. It is highly recommended for Families and Helpers exercise due diligence and care when deciding whether to use any Helper Activities, accept a booking request from a Family, or communicate and interact with each other, whether online or in person.
  4. Disclosure and Disclaimer:
    1. Opt-In Phone Number Display: Users have the choice to show their phone numbers to others interested in connecting via phone calls, such as job applicants or invitees.
    2. Verification and Premium Membership: Phone numbers are only shared with verified users holding premium memberships to prevent scams and fraudulent activities.
    3. Secure Messaging System: Our platform offers a secure in-app messaging and calling system to ensure member safety and privacy.
    4. Compliance with Community Guidelines: Users must follow our community guidelines when using the messaging system, including sharing various information types like phone numbers, emails, social media handles, and links.
    5. Risk Acknowledgment: While we prioritize security, users understand that no system is entirely risk-free. Therefore, caution is advised when sharing personal information.

By using our platform, you agree to these terms regarding contact information sharing and commit to following our community guidelines.

  1. AyiConnect Fees and Purchases
    1. Fees
      1. Each User agrees to pay all fees incurred by such User or anyone using an account registered to such User with or without such User’s knowledge.
      2. Each User agrees to pay for booking fees and/or subscription fees of the chosen period, according to AyiConnect’s pricing policies.
      3. EACH USER ACKNOWLEDGES THAT AYICONNECT IS NOT REQUIRED TO PROVIDE A REFUND FOR ANY REASON AND THAT SUCH USER WILL NOT RECEIVE MONEY OR OTHER COMPENSATION WHEN AN ACCOUNT IS CLOSED, WHETHER SUCH CLOSURE WAS VOLUNTARY OR INVOLUNTARY.
      4. EXCEPT AS SET FORTH IN THESE TERMS OR AS DESCRIBED ON THE PLATFORM AT THE TIME USER MAKES A PURCHASE, ALL PAYMENTS FOR THE SERVICES OR PRODUCTS MADE ON OR THROUGH THE PLATFORM OR SERVICES ARE NON-REFUNDABLE, AND THERE ARE NO REFUNDS OR CREDITS FOR UNUSED OR PARTIALLY USED SUBSCRIPTIONS, SERVICES OR PRODUCTS.
    2. Purchases.
      1. On the Service, Users may purchase, with “real world” money, a limited, personal, non-transferable, non-sublicensable, revocable license to use goods or services (“Merchandise”). Users are only allowed to purchase Merchandise from AyiConnect or its authorized partners through the Service, and not in any other way.
      2. AyiConnect may manage, regulate, control, modify or eliminate Merchandise with or without notice. AyiConnect shall have no liability to any User or any third party in the event that AyiConnect exercises any such rights. No transfer of Merchandise is allowed unless specifically authorized in writing by AyiConnect.
      3. ALL PURCHASES AND REDEMPTIONS OF A VIRTUAL CURRENCY MADE THROUGH AYICONNECT ARE FINAL AND NON-REFUNDABLE.
    3. AyiConnect reserves the right to suspend account access and take any account offline for any reason or no reason, at AyiConnect’s sole discretion. AyiConnect is not liable for any User’s potential damages upon suspension.
    4. Arbitration
      1. Each User and AyiConnect acknowledges and agrees that all disputes, claims or other grievances between such User and AyiConnect, including, without limitation claims arising out of or relating to any aspect of the relationship between such User and AyiConnect and/or such User’s use of the Service, whether based in contract, tort, statute, fraud, misrepresentation or any other legal theory, shall be resolved through binding arbitration brought before a single arbitrator. The arbitrator must follow this agreement and has the ability to award the same relief as a court could. You must opt out of this arbitration agreement at the time of registration.
      2. For purposes of this Section 4D, references to a “User” include such User’s agents, employees, predecessors in interest, successors, heirs (including any beneficiaries named in any estate planning document), and assigns.
      3. Each User acknowledges and agrees that by using the Service, such User is knowingly waiving the right to a trial by jury or to participate in a class action. The Federal Arbitration Act (“FAA”) governs the interpretation and enforcement of this Section 4D. This Section 4D survives termination of the Agreement.
      4. Unless both the User and AyiConnect expressly agree otherwise, the arbitrator may not consolidate or join more than one person's or party's claims against AyiConnect and may not otherwise preside over any form of a consolidated, representative, or class proceeding. The arbitrator may award relief (including monetary, injunctive, and declaratory relief) only in favor of the individual party seeking relief and only to the extent necessary to provide relief necessitated by that party's individual claim(s). any relief awarded cannot affect other User(s) of AyiConnect.
      5. A User who intends to seek arbitration must first send, by U.S. certified mail, a written Notice of Dispute (“Notice”) to AyiConnect at 401 Century PKWY, #1881, Allen, TX 75013. The Notice must (A) describe the nature and basis of the claim or dispute and (B) set forth the specific relief sought. If such User and AyiConnect are unable to reach an agreement to resolve the claim or dispute within thirty (30) days after the Notice is received, the parties may commence an arbitration proceeding.
      6. If the value of the relief sought is $10,000 or less, User or AyiConnect may elect to have the arbitration conducted by telephone or based solely on written submissions, which election shall be binding on both the parties subject to the arbitrator's discretion to require an in-person hearing, if the circumstances warrant. Attendance at any in-person hearing may be made by telephone by either party unless the arbitrator requires otherwise.
      7. The arbitration shall be governed by the Arbitration Rules of the American Arbitration Association (the “AAA”), as modified by the Agreement, and will be administered by the AAA. Each User and AyiConnect acknowledges and agrees that the arbitration proceedings shall take place in Collin County, Texas. All aspects of the arbitration proceeding, and any ruling, decision, or award by the arbitrator, will be strictly confidential for the benefit of all parties.
      8. Any appeals of the arbitration and any other lawsuits (such as requests for injunctive relief) arising from the Agreement shall be filed exclusively in Collin County, Texas. No court shall have jurisdiction over any lawsuits arising from the Agreement or the User’s use of the Service unless and until the parties complete arbitration pursuant to this Section 4D.
      9. Notwithstanding any provision in these terms to the contrary, User(s) agree that if AyiConnect makes any change to this Arbitration procedure (other than a change to any notice address or website link provided herein) in the future, such change shall not be effective until at least 60 days from the date of posting, and shall not apply to any claim that was filed in a legal proceeding against AyiConnect prior to the effective date of the change. Moreover, if AyiConnect seeks to terminate this arbitration provision from these terms, such termination shall not be effective until 30 days after the version of these terms not containing the arbitration provision is posted on the PLATFORM, and shall not be effective as to any claim that was filed in a legal proceeding against AyiConnect prior to the effective date of removal.
  2. Insurance Coverage and Data Sharing

      3. By using our platform to make an offer to caregivers, you agree to the following terms regarding our insurance coverage:

    1. Eligibility for Insurance Coverage: To be eligible for the insurance coverage provided through our platform, your offer must be done within our app. This includes all necessary details about the caregiver and the job.
    2. Offer Requirements:
      • You can bring your own caregivers, but they need to register on our app.
      • Caregivers must accept the offer within 3 days for it to be effective; otherwise, it will be automatically rejected.
      • The minimum start date for work is the next day after the offer is accepted, and the maximum start date is 3 months from the offer date.
      • If the family sets the start date for tomorrow, the helper must accept the offer before the start date (within 24 hours).
      • If the family sets the start date for less than 3 days, the helper must accept the offer before the start date. For example, if the start date is 2 days from now, the helper must accept within those 2 days.
      • For in-app payments, the maximum time for the helper to accept the offer is 3 days after the family sends the offer.
    3. Payment and Coverage Continuation:
      • If payment fails, we will attempt to collect it.
      • We will place a hold on your credit card when the offer is made and charge it when the helper accepts the offer.
      • Coverage will resume on the date of the successful payment collection.
    4. Data Sharing with Insurance Providers: You consent to the sharing of specific information with our insurance provider for the purposes of reporting and claim processing. The information that may be shared includes, but is not limited to:
      • Your identification details
      • Job identification details
      • The state in which the job is performed
      • Working hours
      • Job terms, including start and end times
    5. Purpose of Data Sharing: The data shared with our insurance providers is used exclusively for:
      • Documenting the terms and conditions of the job
      • Facilitating the processing of any insurance claims that may arise from accidents occurring during the job

      By accepting these terms, you acknowledge and consent to the necessary sharing of your information with our insurance provider to ensure proper documentation and administration of the insurance policy. For insurance information, refer to this.

  3. Retainer Agreement

      4. When booking services through our app, a retainer fee can be offered as part of an upfront payment to secure the services of a Helper. By agreeing to these Terms of Service, you acknowledge and agree to the following provisions regarding retainers:

    1. Purpose of Retainer The retainer serves as a deposit to demonstrate the Family's commitment to hiring the Helper and to ensure the Helper’s availability for the agreed-upon services. It reduces the risk of cancellations and no-shows for both parties.
    2. Payment of Retainer Upon selecting a Helper and agreeing to the terms of service, the Family will pay a retainer fee through our secure in-app payment system. The amount of the retainer will be clearly displayed and agreed upon before the payment is processed.
    3. Retainer Refund and Cancelation By choosing to pay a retainer, the Family acknowledges their certainty in hiring the Helper. As such, retainers are non-refundable under any circumstances.
      1. If the Helper cancels, the retainer will be held as a credit for the Family to use towards the next Helper.
      2. If the Family cancels, the retainer will be automatically released to the Helper.
    4. Release of Retainer Upon successful completion of the agreed-upon services, the retainer will be released to the Helper as part of their compensation. The Family must approve the release of the retainer through the app once the services are satisfactorily completed. If the Family does not manually approve the release within three (3) days, the retainer will be automatically released to the Helper.
    5. Amendments We reserve the right to amend these Terms of Service regarding retainers at any time. Any changes will be communicated to users through the app, and continued use of the app after such changes constitutes acceptance of the new terms.
    6. Contact Information For any questions or concerns regarding the retainer policy, please contact our support team through the app or via email at success@ayiconnect.com.

      7. By using our app, you agree to adhere to these Terms of Service regarding retainers, ensuring a fair and secure experience for both Families and Helpers.

  4. Credit Card Usage
    1. Any agreement formed by the User with Stripe, Inc. or any other third-party payment processer used by AyiConnect or any User for purposes of collecting payment (each, a “Merchant Gateway Helper”) in no way binds, forms a partnership, creates a duty or a liability on the part of AyiConnect. All charge disputes must be brought through the Merchant Gateway Helper.
  5. Updates to the Service
    1. Each User understands that the Service is evolving and may be changed, modified, supplemented, or updated at any time without notice to any User. AyiConnect may require each User to accept updates to the Service, including, without limitation, updates to any AyiConnect applications such User has installed on its device. AyiConnect may make any necessary updates to any User’s profile or information in connection with any update to the Service.
  6. Electronic Communications
    1. When any User uses the Service or sends e-mails, text messages, and other communications from such User’s desktop or mobile device to AyiConnect, such User is communicating with AyiConnect electronically. Each User consents to receive communications from AyiConnect electronically, such as e-mails, texts, mobile push notices, or notices and messages on the Service. Each User agrees that all agreements, notices, disclosures, and other communications that AyiConnect provides to such User electronically satisfy any legal requirement that such communications be in writing.
  7. Proprietary Rights
    1. Patents, Copyrights, and Trademarks: In an effort to protect the rights of copyright owners, AyiConnect maintains a policy for the termination, in appropriate circumstances, of Users of this Platform, who are repeat infringers.
      1. The technology and content provided by AyiConnect are owned by or licensed to AyiConnect and subject to protections afforded by the United States and international patent, copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. AyiConnect and its licensors retain all proprietary rights to that content and technology. Please see notices on individual referenced sites, products, and services for additional notices and information. The trademarks, service marks, trade names, and logos appearing on the Service (collectively, the “Trademarks”) are trademarks of AyiConnect and or its affiliates or licensors. Nothing in this Agreement serves to grant any User, by implication or otherwise, any license or right to use any Trademarks displayed on the Service without the express written permission of AyiConnect or such third party that may own the displayed Trademarks.
      2. AyiConnect shall respond to notices of alleged copyright infringement with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act ("DMCA"). If anyone believes (s) any materials accessible on or from AyiConnect’s Platform infringe their copyright, such person may request the removal of those materials (or access thereto) from the Platform by contacting AyiConnect. Such request shall identify the copyrighted work or the material that the person believes to be infringed, and where possible should include a copy or the location (e.g., URL) of an authorized version of the work. The request shall include a statement that the person has a good faith belief that the use of the copyrighted work or the material is not authorized by the copyright owner, its agent, or the law, and that the information supplied in the request is accurate, and indicating that "under penalty of perjury," that the person is the copyright owner or is authorized to act on the copyright owner's behalf.
    2. License:
      1. By offering the Service for use, AyiConnect provides Users with a worldwide, nonexclusive, nontransferable, revocable, limited license to access and use the information and services on the Service, strictly subject to and in accordance with the Agreement. AyiConnect reserves the right to terminate this license at any time and for any reason or no reason, at AyiConnect’s sole discretion. Failure by a User to comply with the Agreement will result in automatic termination of this license, with or without prior notice, and such User must immediately destroy all copies of any downloaded materials in its possession or control. Except for the limited license set forth in the Agreement, AyiConnect does not grant any User any express or implied rights or licenses under any patents, trademarks, copyrights, or other proprietary or intellectual property rights.
    3. Usage Restrictions. By accessing, browsing, or using the Services, each User agrees to the following restrictions:
      1. Such User will not use, intentionally or unintentionally, the Service or any of the content, information, or services on the Service in a manner contrary to or in violation of any applicable international, national, federal, state, or local law, rule, or regulation;
      2. Such User will not use the Service in any manner that could harm, infect, takeover, disable, overburden, or otherwise impair any of AyiConnect’s computer systems, including, but not limited to, the servers, networks, and other components connected to or used for the Service;
      3. Such User will not interfere with any other party's use and enjoyment of the Service, or of any of the content, information, or services provided on the Service;
      4. To the extent that such User is able to upload, post or otherwise transmit Content using the Service, such User will not upload, post, or otherwise transmit any Content that it does not have a right to transmit under any law, rule or regulation, or under contractual or fiduciary relationships (such as inside information, proprietary and confidential information learned or disclosed as part of employment relationships or under nondisclosure agreements);
      5. Such User will not upload, post, or otherwise transmit any material that contains software viruses or any other computer code, files, or programs designed to interrupt, destroy, or limit the functionality of any computer software or hardware, or telecommunications equipment;
      6. Such User will not attempt to gain unauthorized access to any services, accounts, computer systems, or networks connected to any server used for the Service, through password mining, hacking, or any other means;
      7. Such User will not seek to gain access to any materials or information through any means not intentionally made available by AyiConnect;
      8. Such User will not reproduce, duplicate, copy, download, store, further transmit, disseminate, transfer, or otherwise exploit the Service, or any portion thereof, without AyiConnect’s prior written consent;
      9. Such User will not use any framing techniques to enclose any portion of the Service (including, but not limited to, images, text, page layout, and form) without AyiConnect’s prior written consent;
      10. Such User will not make any use of the trademarks, service marks, trade names, logos, and graphics on the Service without AyiConnect’s prior written consent;
      11. Such User will not use any network monitoring or discovery software to determine the Platform architecture, or extract information about usage, individual identities, or users;
      12. Such User will not use any robot, spider, other automatic software or device, or manual process to monitor or copy the Service or any content, information, or services made available on the Service without AyiConnect’s prior written consent;
      13. Such User will not collect any email addresses made available for purposes of 3rd party promotions or marketing campaigns;
      14. Such User will not send unsolicited electronic messages to multiple unrelated recipients or engage in any other form of spamming in connection with activities contemplated under the Agreement;
      15. Such User will not distribute, on or through the Service, any advertising, promotion, solicitation for goods, services, or funds or solicitation for others to become members of any enterprise or organization outside the scope of the Agreement, in each case, without AyiConnect’s prior written consent; and
      16. Such User will not use or otherwise export or re-export the Service, or any portion thereof, in violation of the export control laws and regulations of the United States of America or any other country.
    4. For Users Posting Photos and Content
      1. User-Generated Content
        1. Ownership: Users retain ownership of any photos and content they post on our platform.
        2. License Grant: By posting photos and content on our platform, users grant AyiConnect a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, display, reproduce, modify, distribute, and promote the content in connection with the services provided by AyiConnect.
        3. Attribution: Users agree to provide proper attribution to the original authors of any content they post, including photos. This includes providing the author’s name and a link to the original work if available.
        4. Content Responsibility: Users are solely responsible for the photos and content they post. They must ensure they have the necessary rights and permissions to share such content.
        5. Prohibited Content: Users must not post content that infringes on any copyright, trademark, or other proprietary rights without appropriate permissions.
      2. Copyright Infringement
        1. Reporting Violations: If you believe that any content on our platform infringes on your copyright, please contact us at success@ayiconnect.com with the relevant details.
        2. Removal of Content: AyiConnect reserves the right to remove any content that violates copyright laws or our terms of service without prior notice.
        3. Responsibility: AyiConnect is not responsible for content or attributions of which we are unaware. Upon being informed of any oversight, we will make every effort to correct the attribution or remove the content promptly. By using our platform, you agree to hold AyiConnect harmless for any issues arising from incorrect or missing attributions that we were not aware of.
    5. For AyiConnect Posting Blogs
      1. Content Ownership and Licensing
        1. Ownership: AyiConnect owns the content it posts, including blogs, articles, and other informational materials.
        2. Third-Party Content: When using third-party content, AyiConnect makes every effort to credit proper licensing and attribution as required by the content provider. However, we do not warrant the completeness or accuracy of such attributions.
      2. Accuracy and Use of Content
        1. Disclaimer: While AyiConnect strives to provide accurate and up-to-date information in its blogs, it does not warrant the completeness or accuracy of the content. Users should verify information independently.
        2. Permitted Use: Users may share blog content for personal and non-commercial purposes, provided they include proper attribution to AyiConnect and do not alter the original content.
      3. Photo/Image Copyright
        1. Attribution Efforts: AyiConnect makes every effort to credit photos and images used in our blogs to the best of our knowledge. However, we do not warrant the completeness or accuracy of such attributions. If you believe a photo or image has been used without proper credit, please contact us at success@ayiconnect.com.
        2. Responsibility: AyiConnect is not responsible for content or attributions of which we are not aware. Upon being informed of any oversight, we will make every effort to correct the attribution or remove the content promptly. AyiConnect disclaims any liability for any harm or financial losses resulting from content or attributions that were unknown to us at the time of publication.

      By agreeing to these terms, users acknowledge that AyiConnect is committed to respecting intellectual property rights and will address any concerns promptly upon notification.

  8. Donations and A4A Related

    9. As required by federal tax law, once a donation has been processed, it becomes the property of Angels for Angels, and Angels for Angels has exclusive legal control over the donated funds.  Angels for Angels will make a good faith effort to utilize a gift for the purposes of the project named, however, Angels for Angels reserves the right to re-grant gifts where, in Angels for Angels sole discretion, the recommended project is not furthering its specified charitable purposes or when, for example, such project falls out of compliance with a federal or state regulatory authority.  If Angels for Angels cannot regrant a donation to or for the purposes of a project that you have recommended, Angels for Angels may in its sole discretion select an alternate recipient, expend the funds in furtherance of the intended charitable purpose itself, or contact you for a different recommendation.

  9. WARRANTIES AND DISCLAIMERS
    1. AYICONNECT PROVIDES THE SERVICE “AS IS,” WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OF IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO: WARRANTIES OF PERFORMANCE, MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ACCURACY, OMISSIONS, COMPLETENESS, CURRENTNESS, AND DELAYS; WARRANTIES THAT ACCESS TO ANY PRODUCT WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED, SECURE, COMPLETE, OR ERROR-FREE; WARRANTIES AS TO THE LIFE OF ANY URL OF THIRD-PARTY WEB SERVICE AND APPLICATION; AND WARRANTIES WITH REGARD TO ANY CONTENT OR SOFTWARE THAT HAS BEEN MODIFIED IN ANY WAY BY ANYONE OTHER THAN, AND WITHOUT THE EXPRESS APPROVAL OF, AYI CONNECTION.
    2. BY ACCESSING, BROWSING, OR USING THE SERVICE, EACH USER ACKNOWLEDGES THAT: (I) PROVISIONS OF CONTENT AND SOFTWARE ENTAILS THE LIKELIHOOD OF SOME HUMAN AND MACHINE ERRORS, DELAYS, INTERRUPTIONS, AND LOSSES, INCLUDING THE INADVERTENT LOSS OF DATA OR DAMAGE TO MEDIA, (II) AyiConnect’S SERVICE, AND THE PRODUCTS AND SERVICES REFERENCED THEREIN MAY NOT SATISFY USER REQUIREMENTS NOT EXPRESSLY STATED IN THE AGREEMENT AND IN NO EVENT WILL AyiConnect BE LIABLE, IN CONTRACT, TORT, STRICT LIABILITY, OR OTHERWISE, FOR INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, PUNITIVE, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY KIND ARISING OUT OF, OR IN CONNECTION WITH USE OF THE SERVICE, WHETHER OR NOT AyiConnect HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGE, (III) ANY CLAIM(S) RELATING IN ANY WAY TO USER’S INABILITY OR FAILURE TO PERFORM RESEARCH OR OTHER WORK OR TO PERFORM SUCH RESEARCH OR WORK PROPERLY OR COMPLETELY, EVEN IF ASSISTED BY AyiConnect AND (IV) ANY DECISION MADE OR ACTION TAKEN BY USER IN RELIANCE UPON THE AVAILABILITY OF OR CONTENT MADE AVAILABLE THROUGH ANY AyiConnect SERVICE.
  10. INDEMNIFICATION
    1. EACH USER AGREES TO INDEMNIFY, DEFEND, AND HOLD AYICONNECT AND ITS OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, AFFILIATES, EQUITYHOLDERS, AGENTS, LICENSORS, AND SUPPLIERS HARMLESS FROM AND AGAINST ALL CLAIMS, LOSSES, EXPENSES, DAMAGES, AND COSTS, INCLUDING REASONABLE ATTORNEYS’ FEES, RESULTING FROM ANY (A) VIOLATION OF THE AGREEMENT BY SUCH USER OR BY SUCH USER’S EMPLOYEES, AGENTS, ADVISORS OR OTHER REPRESENTATIVES, (B) VIOLATION BY SUCH USER OR BY SUCH USER’S EMPLOYEES, AGENTS, ADVISORS OR OTHER REPRESENTATIVES OF ANY THIRD PARTY RIGHT, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, ANY COPYRIGHT, PROPERTY OR PRIVACY RIGHT OR (C) USE BY SUCH USER OR BY SUCH USER’S EMPLOYEES, AGENTS, ADVISORS OR OTHER REPRESENTATIVES OF THE SERVICE. THE OBLIGATIONS UNDER THIS SECTION 10 SHALL SURVIVE THE AGREEMENT AND THE USER’S USE OF THE SERVICE.
  11. Limitation of Liability
    1. IN NO EVENT SHALL AYICONNECT OR ANY OF ITS OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, AFFILIATES, OR EQUITYHOLDERS BE LIABLE (JOINTLY OR SEVERALLY) TO USER OR TO ANY THIRD PARTY FOR ANY LOSS OF USE, REVENUE OR PROFIT (OR LOSS OF DATA OR DIMINUTION IN VALUE), OR FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL, INCIDENTAL, INDIRECT, EXEMPLARY, SPECIAL OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES WHETHER ARISING OUT OF BREACH OF CONTRACT, TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE) OR OTHERWISE, REGARDLESS OF WHETHER SUCH DAMAGES WERE FORESEEABLE AND WHETHER OR NOT AyiConnect HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES, AND NOTWITHSTANDING THE FAILURE OF ANY AGREED OR OTHER REMEDY OF ITS ESSENTIAL PURPOSE.
    2. IN NO EVENT SHALL AYICONNECT’S AGGREGATE LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO THE AGREEMENT, WHETHER ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO BREACH OF CONTRACT, TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE), OR OTHERWISE, EXCEED THE AGGREGATE AMOUNTS PAID OR PAYABLE TO AYICONNECT PURSUANT TO THE AGREEMENT IN THE YEAR PERIOD PRECEDING THE EVENT GIVING RISE TO THE CLAIM, OR, IF YOU HAVE NOT PAID AYICONNECT FOR THE USE OF ANY SERVICES, THE AMOUNT OF $100.00.
  12. Release
    1. EACH USER RELEASES AYICONNECT (AND ITS AFFILIATES AND SUBSIDIARIES, AND ITS AND THEIR RESPECTIVE EQUITYHOLDERS, OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, AGENTS, AND OTHER REPRESENTATIVES) FROM CLAIMS, DEMANDS, AND DAMAGES (INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, ACTUAL AND CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES) OF EVERY KIND AND NATURE, KNOWN AND UNKNOWN, ARISING OUT OF OR IN ANY WAY CONNECTED WITH ANY DISPUTE AMONG OR BETWEEN USERS. IN ENTERING INTO THIS RELEASE EACH USER EXPRESSLY WAIVES ANY PROTECTIONS (WHETHER STATUTORY OR OTHERWISE) THAT WOULD OTHERWISE LIMIT THE COVERAGE OF THIS RELEASE TO INCLUDE ONLY THOSE CLAIMS WHICH SUCH USER MAY KNOW OR SUSPECT TO EXIST IN ITS FAVOR AT THE TIME OF AGREEING TO THIS RELEASE.
  13. Termination
    1. Each User acknowledges and agrees that AyiConnect may terminate such User’s access if your conduct is found by AyiConnect, in its sole discretion, to be unlawful, inconsistent with, or in violation of, the letter or spirit of the Agreement, or for any other reason (or for no reason) as determined by AyiConnect in its sole discretion. AyiConnect shall not be liable to any User or any third party for termination of access. Should a User object to any terms and conditions of the Agreement, or to any subsequent modifications thereto, such User’s only recourse is to immediately discontinue the use of the Service.
    2. AyiConnect reserves the right to terminate any account that has been inactive for 180 days as an abandoned account with no notice to the User.
    3. AyiConnect reserves the right to stop offering and/or supporting the Service or part of the Service at any time, at which point a User’s license to use the Service or a part thereof will be automatically terminated. In such event, AyiConnect shall not be required to provide refunds, benefits, or other compensation to any User in connection with such discontinued Services. Termination of a User’s account can include disabling such User’s access to the Service or any part thereof including any Content submitted by any User.
    4. A User may terminate their account by providing thirty (30) days written advance notice to AyiConnect.
  14. Notice
    1. Any notice given in connection with the Agreement shall be in writing and shall be delivered by e-mail. Either party may change its address by giving written notice of the change to the other party.
  15. Relationship of Parties
    1. Nothing contained in the Agreement shall be construed as creating any agency, partnership, joint venture, or another form of joint enterprise, employment, or fiduciary relationship between the parties, and neither party shall have the authority to contract for or bind the other party in any manner whatsoever.
  16. Links to Third-Party Sites
    1. The Service may provide links to other third-party websites or resources. AyiConnect makes no representations whatsoever about any other website that a User may access through the Service. Each user acknowledges that AyiConnect has no control over such third-party websites and resources, acknowledges and agrees that AyiConnect is not responsible for the availability of such external sites or resources, and is not responsible or liable for any content, advertising, products, services, or other materials on or available from such sites or resources. It is the sole responsibility of each User to take precautions to ensure that whatever such User selects for its use is free of viruses, worms, Trojan horses, and other items of a destructive nature. References to any names, marks, products, or services of any third parties or hypertext links to third-party sites or information are provided solely as a convenience to Users, and do not constitute or imply an endorsement, sponsorship or recommendation of, or affiliation with the third party or its products and services. AyiConnect makes no representation or warranty as to any third-party content, products, or services, and each User agrees that AyiConnect shall not be responsible or liable, directly or indirectly, for any damage or loss caused or alleged to be caused by or in connection with use of or reliance on any such third-party content, products or services available on or through any such site or resource.
  17. Waiver
    1. No waiver by AyiConnect of any of the provisions of the Agreement is effective unless explicitly set forth in writing and signed by AyiConnect. No failure to exercise, or delay in exercising, any rights, remedy, power, or privilege arising from the Agreement operates or may be construed as a waiver thereof. No single or partial exercise of any right, remedy, power, or privilege hereunder precludes any other or further exercise thereof or the exercise of any other right, remedy, power, or privilege.
  18. Severability
    1. If any provision of the Agreement is deemed unlawful, void, or unenforceable, then that provision shall be deemed severable from the remaining provisions and shall not affect their validity and enforceability.
  19. Attorney’s Fees
    1. In the event a lawsuit (including Arbitration) of any kind is instituted under the Agreement or to obtain performance of any kind under the Agreement, the prevailing party shall be entitled to additional sums as the court may adjudge for reasonable attorneys’ fees, subject to the other party’s right to appeal.
  20. Force Majeure
    1. Neither party shall be liable for or deemed to be in default for any delay or failure to perform under this Agreement if such delay or failure to perform results from an act of God, civil or military authority, act of war, riot, insurrection, escalation of hostilities, local, regional or global pandemic (including, but not limited to, H1N1, COVID-19 or any other infectious or contagious disease) or other occurrences beyond that party’s control. In such case, the intervening cause must not be caused by the party asserting it, and the excused party is obligated to promptly perform in accordance with the terms of the Agreement after the intervening cause ceases.
  21. No Third-Party Beneficiaries
    1. This Agreement is for the sole benefit of the parties hereto and their respective successors and permitted assigns and nothing herein, express or implied, is intended to or shall confer upon any other person or entity any legal or equitable right, benefit, or remedy of any nature whatsoever under or by reason of the Agreement.
  22. Assignment
    1. A User shall not assign any of its rights or delete any of its obligations under this Agreement without the prior written consent of AyiConnect. Any purported assignment or delegation in violation of this Section 23 is null and void. No assignment or delegation relieves a User of any of its obligations under the Agreement.
  23. Entire Agreement
    1. The Agreement represents the entire agreement between the parties with respect to the subject matter hereof, superseding all previous oral or written communications, representations, or agreements. The Agreement may be modified only by duly authorized and executed writing signed by both parties.
  24. Feedback
    1. AyiConnect welcomes Feedback from Users, including comments or suggestions on how AyiConnect can improve the Service (“Feedback“). Any Feedback submitted to AyiConnect by email or any other means of communication will be considered non-confidential and non-proprietary to any User. Any use of the Feedback is at the discretion of AyiConnect ONLY and with no compensation or acknowledgment to you.
  25. Contact Information
    1. If you have any questions or need further information as to the Platform e or Services provided by AyiConnect or need to notify AyiConnect on any of the matters relating to the Platform or Services please contact ask@ayiconnection.com.