Queer Calendar Terms of Service

1. INTRODUCTION

These Terms of Service ("Terms") are a legally binding agreement between you and Queer Calendar LLC ("Queer Calendar," "we," "us," or "our"). Our Platform provides event discovery, promotion, ticketing services, performer profiles, and LGBTQ+ brand deals.

By using our Platform, you:

• Agree to these Terms
• Acknowledge our Privacy Policy
• Confirm you are at least 18 years old
• If representing an entity, confirm you have the authority to bind it

Definitions:

• "User": Anyone using the Platform
• "Event Host": Anyone publishing events
• "Performer": Anyone with a performer profile
• "Brand": Anyone offering deals
• "Platform Content": All content created, owned, or licensed by Queer Calendar
• "Feedback": Suggestions, ideas, or input submitted by users regarding improvements to the Platform

1.1 Electronic Agreement

Clicking "I Agree," registering, or using our Platform creates a legally binding contract. You consent to receive communications from us electronically (such as notices, disclosures, and agreements) and waive any rights requiring paper delivery.

1.2 Age Requirements

You must be at least 18 years old to use our Platform. If we discover a user is under 18, we will immediately terminate their account.

2. USER RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

2.1 Platform License

We grant you a non-exclusive, revocable right to use our Platform for its intended purposes.

2.2 Account Security

• Protecting your login credentials
• All activity under your account
• Providing accurate information
• Updating your information when it changes

3. EVENT HOST, PERFORMER, AND BRAND RIGHTS

3.1 Platform Access

• Create and manage profiles and listings
• Sell tickets and collect proceeds (Event Hosts)
• Promote performances and events (Performers)
• Offer deals and promotions (Brands)

3.2 Profile Requirements

• Create an accurate profile
• Provide information for identity verification
• Maintain up-to-date information
• Only post content you have the right to represent

3.3 Discovered Events

We may list events from public sources. Event Hosts may contact us to claim, edit, or remove these listings. We make no warranties about the accuracy of discovered events and are not responsible for any errors or omissions.

4. ACCEPTABLE USE AND VERIFICATION

4.1 Account Verification

To list events, performances, or deals, you must have a verified account with accurate contact information. We may request additional verification before approving your content.

4.2 Prohibited Activities

• Use the Platform for any illegal purpose
• Upload harmful content or malware
• Infringe others' intellectual property rights
• Post hateful, discriminatory, or violent content
• Hack or gain unauthorized access
• Scrape or crawl our data without permission
• Impersonate others
• Harass users or staff

4.3 Content Standards

All content must be accurate, legal, and appropriate. We reserve the right to remove content that violates these standards or for any reason at our sole discretion.

5. TICKETS AND PAYMENTS

5.1 Ticketing Relationship

Users enter into a direct agreement with the Event Host when purchasing tickets. Queer Calendar is not a party to that transaction unless we organize the event.

5.2 Payment Processing

• We currently use Stripe Connect but may change providers
• Platform fees apply and may be updated with notice
• Payments flow directly from Users to Event Hosts
• Stripe charges separate processing fees
• All fees are shown at checkout

5.3 Geographic Availability

• Paid ticketing is available for U.S. events
• Free events can be listed worldwide
• Non-U.S. events may use external ticketing

5.4 Refund Policy

• Refunds are handled between Event Hosts and Users
• Hosts must post a clear refund policy
• Platform fees are non-refundable
• We do not mediate disputes

6. CONTENT POLICIES

6.1 Content Moderation

• Listings are live immediately
• We don't pre-screen content
• We may edit or remove content
• Listings include a "Report" button

6.2 LGBTQ+ Deals Requirements

Deals must:

• Include a discount or benefit
• Provide a direct benefit to LGBTQ+ people
• Or be from queer-owned or queer-affirming Brands

7. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY

7.1 Ownership

• We own Platform Content (excluding your content)
• You own your content
• Queer Calendar™ is our trademark

7.2 License to Your Content

You grant us a worldwide, royalty-free license to use, display, distribute, and create derivative works of your content for Platform purposes.

7.3 DMCA and Copyright

Email [email protected] if your work has been used without permission. Include:

• Description of the copyrighted work
• URL of infringing material
• Your contact info
• Good-faith statement that the use is unauthorized

8. LEGAL PROTECTION

8.1 Disclaimers

Platform is provided "AS IS" with no warranties.

8.2 Limitation of Liability

We are not liable beyond $100 or what you paid us in the last 12 months.

8.3 Indemnification

You agree to hold us harmless from claims due to:

• Your use of the Platform
• Violation of Terms
• Your content
• Violation of others' rights

8.4 Privacy

We follow our Privacy Policy.

8.5 Assumption of Risks

By attending events, you accept all risks.

8.6 Beta Services

Beta features may be unstable and are excluded from arbitration.

8.7 Force Majeure

We're not liable for delays due to events beyond our control.

8.8 Content Disclaimer

We do not guarantee the safety, legality, or accuracy of listings.

9. PLATFORM OPERATIONS

9.1 Termination

We may suspend or delete your account anytime. You should export your content before termination.

9.2 Changes to Terms

We may update these Terms with 30 days' notice.

9.3 Service Modifications

We may change or end services at any time.

9.4 Third-Party Links

We're not responsible for external links or content.

10. DISPUTE RESOLUTION

10.1 Governing Law

These Terms are governed by Delaware law.

10.2 Arbitration

Disputes must be resolved through binding arbitration under AAA rules. Exceptions include small claims under $5,000 and IP issues. You waive rights to class actions. Opt out within 30 days by emailing [email protected] or sending a notice to:

Parties must attempt good-faith resolution for 60 days before arbitration.

11. ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS

• 11.1 Severability: If any provision is invalid, the rest remains.
• 11.2 Entire Agreement: These Terms are the entire agreement.
• 11.3 Waiver: Our failure to enforce is not a waiver.
• 11.4 Assignment: You can't assign rights without consent.
• 11.5 Export Controls: You may not use the Platform in violation of U.S. export laws.
• 11.6 International Users: You're responsible for local law compliance.
• 11.7 API/Scraping Protection: Scraping is prohibited without permission.
• 11.8 Survival: Sections 7, 8, 10, 11 survive termination.

12. CONTACT INFORMATION

Queer Calendar LLC
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://queercalendar.app
Legal Notices:
1309 Coffeen Avenue STE 1200
Sheridan, Wyoming 82801
USA