Terms & Conditions

1. Introduction

• The name of your app (CollegeSpark – Mingle & Match) and its purpose (a dating platform exclusively for college students).

• A statement that by using the app, users agree to these Terms and Conditions.

• A disclaimer that users must be 18+ and currently enrolled in a college or university.

2. Eligibility & Account Verification

• Age Restriction: Users must be at least 18 years old to register.

• College Verification: Users must verify their enrollment with a .edu email address and upload a valid student ID.

• Account Suspension: The company reserves the right to suspend or terminate accounts if a user’s college status cannot be verified or if fraudulent information is provided.

• Multiple Accounts: Users may only create and use one account at a time.

3. User Conduct & Community Guidelines

• Users must adhere to community standards, including:

• No harassment, hate speech, or bullying.

• No sexually explicit content or nudity in profiles or messages.

• No fraudulent activities or catfishing.

• No unauthorized commercial activities (e.g., promoting businesses, spamming, or soliciting).

• Users must respect others’ privacy and cannot share personal contact details or conversations without consent.

4. Subscription & Payment Terms

• Subscription Plans: Users can subscribe to premium features via Apple In-App Purchases or Google Play Billing.

• Auto-Renewal: Subscriptions renew automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the renewal date.

• No Refund Policy: Payments are non-refundable, and no refunds will be issued for unused portions of a subscription.

• Payment Processing: Payments are handled through Apple and Google, and users must comply with their respective policies.

5. Safety & Security Measures

• Blocking & Reporting: Users can block and report other users for harassment, inappropriate content, or safety concerns.

• AI & Human Moderation: The app reserves the right to monitor, remove, or ban accounts that violate policies.

• User Responsibility: Users acknowledge they are solely responsible for interactions, and the company does not conduct background checks on members.

6. Data Privacy & Information Usage

• Users must review and agree to the Privacy Policy regarding how personal data is collected, stored, and shared.

• Location Tracking: Location data is only used for matchmaking purposes and is not visible to other users.

• Data Retention: Personal data is deleted upon account deletion.

7. Intellectual Property Rights

• Ownership: The app’s logo, branding, and features are protected by copyright and cannot be copied or modified.

• User-Generated Content: Users grant the app a limited license to use photos and content only within the platform (e.g., profile previews).

8. Limitation of Liability & Disclaimers

• The app is provided “as is” and without warranties.

• The company is not responsible for:

• Match quality or relationship outcomes.

• Third-party interactions or external links.

• Financial or emotional losses from using the app.

• Users must acknowledge that meeting people online involves risks and they should take precautions.

9. Account Termination & Suspension

• The company reserves the right to terminate or suspend accounts if users:

• Violate T&C or community guidelines.

• Engage in fraudulent activities, harassment, or abusive behavior.

• Provide false college verification.

• Terminated users lose access to all app features without a refund.

10. Dispute Resolution & Governing Law

• Arbitration Clause: Disputes will be resolved via binding arbitration rather than lawsuits.

• Governing Law: The Terms are governed by the laws of [your state/country].

• Class Action Waiver: Users waive their rights to join class-action lawsuits against the company.

11. Changes to Terms & Conditions

• The company may update the T&C at any time, with changes notified via email or in-app messages.

12. Contact Information

For questions or concerns, users can contact:

• Email: collegespark2024@gmail.com

• Company Name: CollegeSpark – Mingle & Match LLC