Terms of Service for Broride

Last Updated: March 15, 2025

Welcome to Broride, a carpooling application designed exclusively for users with valid school email addresses. By accessing or using the Broride application (the "Service") provided by Broride ("we," "us," or "our"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you do not agree with any of these Terms, please do not use the Service.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By registering for or using Broride, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and any additional guidelines or rules that may be posted on the Service from time to time.

2. Eligibility

  • School Email Requirement: Broride is intended for individuals with a valid school email address. You must register using an authorized school email account to access the Service.
  • Age Requirements: You must be of legal age as determined by your institution and local laws to participate in carpooling services. Users under the applicable age limit must obtain parental or guardian consent.

3. Account Registration and Security

  • Registration: To use the Service, you must provide accurate and complete information during the registration process. You agree to update your information as needed.
  • Account Responsibility: You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials. All activities under your account are your responsibility.
  • Verification: We may verify your eligibility through your school email or other means. Failure to comply with verification requirements may result in account suspension or termination.

4. User Obligations

  • Accurate Information: You agree to provide true, accurate, and complete information during the registration process and maintain accurate records.
  • Lawful Use: You agree to use Broride only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. You must not misuse the Service or engage in activities that could harm others, infringe on any rights, or interfere with the operation of the Service.
  • Behavior: You agree to conduct yourself in a respectful and responsible manner. Harassment, discrimination, or any other behavior that violates school policies or applicable laws is strictly prohibited.

5. Use of the Service

  • Service Description: Broride facilitates carpooling by connecting users within the same academic community. The Service is provided "as is" and may include features such as ride matching, messaging, and route planning.
  • Modifications: We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue the Service (or any part thereof) at any time without prior notice.

6. Intellectual Property

  • Ownership: All intellectual property rights in the Service, including software, design, text, graphics, logos, and other materials, are owned by us or our licensors.
  • Restrictions: You may not reproduce, modify, distribute, or create derivative works based on our intellectual property without our prior written consent.

7. Third-Party Platforms and Services

  • Hosting: Broride is hosted on the Bubble.io platform. While Bubble.io provides the infrastructure for our Service, we are solely responsible for the content and operation of Broride.
  • Links and Integrations: The Service may contain links or integrations with third-party services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third-party services.

8. Privacy

Your privacy is important to us. Please review our Privacy Policy to understand how we collect, use, and protect your personal information. By using Broride, you consent to our collection and use of your information as described in the Privacy Policy.

9. Disclaimer of Warranties

The Service is provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis. We disclaim all warranties, whether express or implied, including but not limited to the implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement. We do not guarantee uninterrupted or error-free access to the Service.

10. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, we shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising out of or relating to your use of or inability to use the Service, even if advised of the possibility of such damages. Our total liability for any claim arising under these Terms shall not exceed the amount paid, if any, by you to access the Service.

11. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Broride and its officers, directors, employees, and agents from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, or expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of or related to your use of the Service, violation of these Terms, or infringement of any intellectual property or other rights of any person or entity.

12. Modifications to Terms

We reserve the right to update or modify these Terms at any time. If changes are made, we will provide notice by posting the revised Terms on the Service with an updated effective date. Your continued use of the Service after such changes constitutes your acceptance of the new Terms.

13. Termination

We may terminate or suspend your access to Broride at our sole discretion, without prior notice or liability, if you breach these Terms or if we determine that your use of the Service poses a risk to the community or the integrity of the Service.

14. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the United States. Any disputes arising under these Terms shall be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association, or, if permitted, through the courts located in the United States.

15. Contact Information

If you have any questions about these Terms or the Service, please contact us at:

BRORIDE
Brorideapp@gmail.com