Terms of Service

Terms of Service

Last updated: August 2025

These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your use of PocketVC's website, platform, and services (collectively, the "Service"). By accessing or using our Service, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you disagree with any part of these terms, you may not access the Service.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using PocketVC's platform, you accept and agree to be bound by the terms and provision of this agreement. If you do not agree to abide by the above, please do not use this service.

2. Description of Service

PocketVC provides a platform that connects venture capital firms with innovative startups through smart matching technology. Our services include:

• Platform access for investors and startups
• Matching algorithms and recommendations
• Communication tools and messaging
• Analytics and reporting features
• Support and customer service

3. User Accounts and Registration

To access certain features of our Service, you must create an account. You agree to:

• Provide accurate, current, and complete information during registration
• Maintain and update your account information to keep it accurate and current
• Maintain the security of your account credentials
• Accept responsibility for all activities that occur under your account
• Notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account

4. Acceptable Use Policy

You agree not to use the Service to:

• Violate any applicable laws or regulations
• Infringe upon the rights of others
• Upload or transmit malicious code, viruses, or harmful content
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems
• Interfere with or disrupt the Service
• Use the Service for any fraudulent or deceptive purposes
• Harass, abuse, or harm other users

5. User Content and Responsibilities

You retain ownership of content you submit to our platform. By submitting content, you:

• Grant us a license to use, display, and distribute your content
• Represent that you have the right to share such content
• Agree that your content complies with our Acceptable Use Policy
• Understand that we may remove content that violates our policies

6. Privacy and Data Protection

Your privacy is important to us. Our collection and use of personal information is governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference. By using our Service, you consent to the collection and use of information as outlined in our Privacy Policy.

7. Intellectual Property Rights

The Service and its original content, features, and functionality are owned by PocketVC and are protected by international copyright, trademark, patent, trade secret, and other intellectual property laws. You may not:

• Copy, modify, or distribute our proprietary content
• Reverse engineer or attempt to extract source code
• Use our trademarks or branding without permission
• Remove or alter any copyright or proprietary notices

8. Payment Terms

Some features of our Service may require payment. By purchasing a subscription or service:

• You agree to pay all fees associated with your chosen plan
• Fees are billed in advance and are non-refundable
• We may change our pricing with 30 days' notice
• You are responsible for all applicable taxes
• Failure to pay may result in service suspension or termination

9. Disclaimers and Limitations

Service Availability: We strive to maintain high availability but do not guarantee uninterrupted access to our Service.

Investment Advice: PocketVC does not provide investment advice. All investment decisions are your responsibility.

Third-Party Content: We are not responsible for content provided by other users or third parties.

No Warranties: The Service is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied.

10. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, PocketVC 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, resulting from your use of the Service.

11. Indemnification

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless PocketVC and its officers, directors, employees, and agents from and against any claims, damages, obligations, losses, liabilities, costs, or debt arising from your use of the Service or violation of these Terms.

12. Termination

We may terminate or suspend your account and access to the Service immediately, without prior notice, for any reason, including breach of these Terms. Upon termination:

• Your right to use the Service will cease immediately
• We may delete your account and associated data
• Provisions of these Terms that should survive termination will remain in effect

13. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the United Kingdom. Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of the Service shall be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with the rules of the relevant arbitration body.

14. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will notify users of any material changes by posting the new Terms on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. Your continued use of the Service after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the new Terms.

15. Contact Information

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

Thank you for using PocketVC. We appreciate your business and look forward to helping you connect with the right partners.