Matchpreneurs

Terms and Conditions

Last updated 01.02.2026

Terms and Conditions for Matchpreneurs.ai 1. Introduction Matchpreneurs.ai (the “Platform”) is a networking, matchmaking, and service marketplace platform for entrepreneurs and related professionals. The Platform is owned and operated by Compoundio Technology Holding GmbH, a company registered in Germany (Local Court Stuttgart, HRB 795131), with its registered address at Distlerstr. 18, 70184 Stuttgart, Germany. For the purposes of these Terms and Conditions (“Terms”), Compoundio Technology Holding GmbH (and its brand Matchpreneurs) is referred to as “we”, “us”, or “the Company”. By accessing or using Matchpreneurs.ai, you (the user) acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms, as well as our Privacy Policy and any other policies referenced herein. If you do not agree with these Terms, you must not use the Platform. • Language and Imprint: These Terms are provided in English. If required by law (e.g. German law), a German version and a proper Impressum (imprint) will be made available. These Terms are provided in English, which is the original and binding version. Any translations that may be provided are for convenience only. In case of any discrepancy between the English version and a translated version, the English version shall prevail. The Impressum for Matchpreneurs.ai (German Telemedia Act compliance) lists the operator as Compoundio Technology Holding GmbH (Address: Distlerstr. 18, 70184 Stuttgart, Germany; Email: info@compoundio.co; Phone: +49-176-31266319; Managing Director: Göksel Türkmen; VAT ID: DE 369520248). • Acceptance: By creating an account or otherwise using the Platform, you confirm that you accept these Terms and our Privacy Policy, and you agree to comply with them. You also consent to the collection, use, and disclosure of your information as described in these Terms and our Privacy Policy . These Terms form a binding agreement between you and the Company from the moment you first use the Platform. • Modifications: We may update or modify these Terms from time to time. If we make material changes, we will notify you by email or by displaying a notice on the Platform. Continued use of the Platform after any changes signifies your acceptance of the updated Terms. If you do not agree to the revised Terms, you must stop using the Platform. 2. Eligibility and Account Registration • Minimum Age: You must be at least 18 years old to register or use this Platform. By registering, you represent and warrant that you are 18 or older. The Platform is not intended for children under 13, and such use is prohibited. • Account Setup: To access certain features, you will need to create a user account. You agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information during registration and to keep your account information updated. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your login credentials and for all activities that occur under your account. Account Security: You must use a strong, unique password and keep it secure. Notify us immediately at our support contact (e.g. via email) if you suspect any unauthorized use of your account or any other security breach. We are not liable for any loss or damage arising from your failure to comply with the above requirements. • Account Use: You agree not to share your account with anyone else or allow others to access the Platform using your credentials. You may create only one account for yourself. If your account is suspended or terminated by us for any reason, you agree not to create another account without our permission. • Representatives of Organizations: If you are using the Platform on behalf of a company or other legal entity, you represent that you have the authority to bind that entity to these Terms. In such case, “you” will refer to the entity. If you lose that authority or leave the entity, you must ensure that your account is managed by an authorized person or terminate it. • Profile Information: Some parts of your profile (such as name, title, bio, etc.) may be visible to other users. If you join a Channel (a partner-branded community space on the Platform), your Channel association (e.g., badge/attribution) and certain account/profile information may be visible to that Channel’s owner/admin and to other users as described in our Privacy Policy. You are responsible for any content you provide in your profile and should not include information you do not wish to share. Please refer to the Privacy Policy for details on what profile information may be public. 3. Description of Services and Beta Disclaimer Matchpreneurs.ai provides an online platform that seamlessly connects aspiring entrepreneurs, startups, co-founders, investors, mentors, service providers, and other ecosystem partners for networking, matching, and potentially entering into business relationships. Key features of the Platform include profile creation, intelligent matching algorithms (including AI-driven recommendations), direct messaging and chat between users, and a marketplace for services or collaboration opportunities. • Facilitated Introductions (“Warm Intros”): From time to time, Matchpreneurs.ai may help users connect by suggesting or initiating introductions. We may do this via in- Platform messaging using information already visible on the Platform (e.g., user profiles). If we propose making an introduction by email (placing both parties on the same email), we may request confirmation from the users involved before doing so. • Beta Phase: You acknowledge that the Platform is currently in a beta phase (testing phase) offered on a freemium basis (free of charge to users during the beta period). During this beta period, features and services are still under development and may change, and the Platform may not be fully stable. We do not guarantee that all features are complete or that the service will be error-free during this phase. You use the beta Platform with this understanding and agree that certain features (such as a payment system for premium services) are not yet active but may be introduced later. • Future Features: The Platform may soon incorporate additional functionalities, such as an integrated shop system to purchase match or messaging packages, premium subscription plans, or other paid features. These features are not available as of the current beta launch, but we reserve the right to introduce such features in the future. We further reserve the right to implement limits or quotas on free usage (for example, number of matches or messages) when introducing a paid model, or to change the scope of free vs. paid offerings, in line with industry standards. • No Professional Advice: The Platform’s content and any AI-driven suggestions or matches are for general informational and networking purposes. The Company does not guarantee that connections made through the Platform will result in successful business partnerships, investments, or any particular outcome. Any decisions you make based on connections or information from the Platform are at your own risk. We do not provide legal, financial, or other professional advice to you through the Platform. You should exercise independent judgment and, if necessary, seek professional advice before acting on information or opportunities obtained through Matchpreneurs.ai. • Third-Party Services and Integrations: To provide certain functionalities, our Platform may integrate or interact with third-party services (for example, a video conferencing tool for virtual meetings, calendar scheduling tools, etc.). Usage of such third-party services may be subject to their own terms and privacy policies, which you may be required to accept when using those services. We are not responsible for the services provided by third parties. (We avoid naming specific third-party services here for confidentiality and flexibility, but examples could include communication or payment providers.) 4. User Responsibilities and Acceptable Use We strive to foster a safe, respectful, and professional community. By using Matchpreneurs.ai, you agree to the following rules of conduct: • Lawful Purposes Only: You will use the Platform only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. You may not use the Platform in any way that breaches any applicable local, national, or international law or regulation. • Sanctions and Export Controls: You represent that you are not subject to applicable sanctions or restrictive measures (including EU and UN sanctions) and that you are not located in, ordinarily resident in, or otherwise accessing the Platform from a country/territory where providing the Platform would violate applicable sanctions, export controls, or other legal restrictions. We reserve the right to restrict, suspend, or terminate access to the Platform (or certain features) where we reasonably believe such restriction is necessary to comply with applicable laws or to manage legal/compliance risk. • Respectful Behavior: You will be respectful and courteous in your interactions. Do not harass, bully, threaten, or defame others. Discriminatory, hateful, or offensive content (including on the basis of race, ethnicity, national origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, or age) is strictly prohibited. You also agree not to share or post any content that is obscene, pornographic, or otherwise objectionable. • No Infringing or Illegal Content: You must not upload, post, or transmit any content that you do not have the right to make available (for example, proprietary or confidential information of others), or that violates any patent, trademark, trade secret, copyright, privacy, or other rights of any party. Only share content (such as text or images) that you have created or have permission to use. Do not use the Platform to distribute unauthorized or pirated content, or any material that would violate intellectual property rights. • No Spam or Unsolicited Offers: You may not use the Platform to transmit any unsolicited or unauthorized advertising or promotional materials, junk mail, spam, chain letters, pyramid schemes, or any other form of solicitation. This includes unsolicited messages to users for unrelated products or services. Use the Platform’s communication tools primarily for the purposes of networking and collaboration within the scope of Matchpreneurs.ai’s intended use. • No Harmful Code or Security Abuse: You must not upload or transmit viruses, Trojan horses, worms, logic bombs, or any other malicious code or material that is technologically harmful. You also agree not to attempt to gain unauthorized access to the Platform, our servers, or any related systems or networks. Do not probe, scan, or test the vulnerability of any system or network, or breach any security or authentication measures. • No Interference: You will not interfere with or disrupt the integrity or performance of the Platform or the data contained therein. This means you should not attempt to disable, overburden, or impair the proper working of the Platform (e.g., through a denial-of-service attack, flooding, or scripting). Similarly, you must not interfere with any other user’s use and enjoyment of the Platform. • No Misrepresentation or Impersonation: You must provide truthful information. Do not impersonate any person or entity, or falsely state or misrepresent yourself (including your identity, qualifications, or affiliations). You are encouraged to use your real name and accurate profile information to foster trust. Impersonating other users, public figures, or Company staff is forbidden. • Data Scraping and Personal Data: You agree not to scrape, harvest, or collect information (including personal data) about other users without their consent. Automated scripts or bots for data collection or any use of the Platform not consistent with these Terms are prohibited. You also agree not to use any data obtained from the Platform for competitive purposes or to build a similar or competitive service. • Content Monitoring and Enforcement: We do not pre-screen all user content, but we reserve the right (though not the obligation) to monitor, review, remove, or disable any content posted on the Platform at our sole discretion, at any time and without notice. If we determine (in our judgment) that you have violated these Acceptable Use rules or any other provision of these Terms, we may remove your content, warn you, suspend or terminate your account, or take other appropriate action. We also reserve the right to involve law enforcement or other authorities where required or appropriate. You can report abuse or violations through available Platform features or by contacting us directly. 4A. Notice-and-Action / Content Moderation (Digital Services Act – DSA) • How to submit a notice (report): If you believe that specific information on the Platform constitutes illegal content, you may submit a notice to us electronically via (i) an in-Platform reporting function (where available) and/or (ii) email to contact@matchpreneurs.ai. To enable us to assess your notice, please include, where reasonably possible: (a) a sufficiently substantiated explanation of why the information is alleged to be illegal content; (b) the precise electronic location of the information (e.g., URL, profile link, message identifier or other locator); (c) your name and email address (unless you are legally entitled to submit notices anonymously); and (d) a statement confirming your good-faith belief that the information and allegations in the notice are accurate and complete. • Handling of notices / acknowledgement: We will process notices in a timely, diligent, non-arbitrary and objective manner. Where you provide electronic contact details, we may acknowledge receipt of your notice and may request additional information if needed to assess it. • Decisions and statement of reasons: Where we take action that affects content or accounts (for example: removing or disabling access to content, restricting visibility, suspending or terminating an account) based on alleged illegality or violations of these Terms, we will, where practicable and where we have relevant contact details, provide the affected user with a clear statement of reasons. This may include the basis for our decision (e.g., illegality, Terms violation, security risk), the nature of the restriction taken, and information on how to seek clarification or review. • Information to notifiers: Where we take a decision following a notice, we may inform the notifier (where contact details are available) without undue delay of our decision and, where appropriate, of available redress options. • Internal complaints (where applicable): Where required by applicable law (including the DSA for services qualifying as an “online platform”), users (including notifiers) may submit an internal complaint regarding certain content moderation decisions by contacting contact@matchpreneurs.ai. Complaints will be handled in a timely, diligent and non-arbitrary manner and decisions will not be based solely on automated processing where human review is required by law. • Abuse of notices: Submitting manifestly unfounded notices or attempting to misuse the notice process (e.g., to harass others or to repeatedly submit false reports) may be treated as a violation of these Terms and may result in appropriate measures consistent with these Terms. • No Multi-Level Marketing or Pyramid Schemes: You may not use the Platform to promote, solicit for, or recruit members for pyramid schemes, multi-level marketing (MLM) organizations, or similar fraudulent or prohibited ventures • No Off-Platform Misconduct: You may not use information or contacts obtained from the Platform to harass, abuse, harm, or otherwise contact another user outside of the Platform without their express permission. By adhering to these rules, you help keep Matchpreneurs.ai a safe and productive environment for everyone. Failure to comply with the acceptable use standards constitutes a material breach of these Terms and may result in immediate termination of your account (see Section 11 below) and potential legal action. 5. User-Generated Content and License Grant User-Generated Content (“Content”) refers to any information, data, text, images, files, or other materials that you upload, post, create, transmit, or display on the Platform, including but not limited to your profile information, messages sent to other users, posts in any community forums (if applicable), or other contributions. You retain ownership of any intellectual property rights that you hold in the content you create and share on Matchpreneurs.ai. However, by using the Platform, you grant us certain rights to that content in order for us to operate and improve the service: • License to Use Content: You hereby grant the Company a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free, sublicensable and transferable license to use, store, reproduce, modify, adapt, publish, translate, create derivative works from, distribute, perform, and display any Content that you submit or post on or through the Platform for the purposes of operating, providing, and enhancing the services of Matchpreneurs.ai. This license is necessary for us to transmit and display your content (for example, showing your profile to other users, delivering your messages, or processing data through our algorithms and AI systems), as well as to analyze and improve the Platform. We will only use personal data within your Content in accordance with our Privacy Policy and applicable data protection laws. • Duration of License: The license granted by you continues for as long as your Content is available on the Platform and for a reasonable period thereafter (for backups, archives, or as required by law). If you remove or delete Content from the Platform, or if your account is deleted, we will cease public display of that Content. However, you acknowledge that (a) removed Content may persist in backup copies for a period of time, and (b) we may retain and use on an ongoing basis any Content that has been anonymized or aggregated such that it is no longer associated with an identifiable user. • Use of Anonymized Data: We may also anonymize or aggregate your data (such that you are not identifiable) and use that aggregated data for any lawful purpose, including for improving our services, generating insights, statistical analysis, business intelligence, or sharing with trusted partners. For example, we might publish trends or metrics about entrepreneur matchmaking (without revealing personal identities). You agree that we own all rights to such aggregated data and that it may be monetized or shared with third parties in our discretion, provided it contains no personally identifiable information . • Your Responsibility for Content: You are solely responsible for any content that you create, share, or upload on the Platform. You represent and warrant that you have all necessary rights to submit the Content and to grant the licenses described above. This means, for example, that any text or images you post are your own work or you have permission from the rights holder. You also promise that your Content does not violate any laws or these Terms (including the Acceptable Use rules in Section 4). We do not claim ownership of your Content, and the above license is not intended to limit your rights to use the same Content in any other way outside our Platform. • No Confidentiality: Except for personal data protected by privacy laws (which we handle according to our Privacy Policy), any Content or information you share on public areas of the Platform is not considered confidential. For instance, information in your public profile or in public forum posts can be seen by others. Do not include sensitive personal or confidential business information in areas of the Platform that are accessible by others, unless you are comfortable with such information being disclosed. While private messages between users are not public, we still advise caution and courtesy, as users with whom you communicate could share the content of your communications. • Feedback: If you provide us with any suggestions, ideas, enhancement requests, recommendations or other feedback regarding the Platform (“Feedback”), you agree that we are free to use and implement such Feedback without any compensation or obligation to you. You hereby grant us a perpetual, irrevocable, sublicensable license to use and incorporate any Feedback you provide for any purpose. 6. Privacy and Data Protection Your privacy is very important to us. We collect, process, and use personal data from you in accordance with our Privacy Policy (which is hereby incorporated by reference into these Terms) and applicable data protection laws, including the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). By using the Platform, you consent to the practices concerning data described in these Terms and in our Privacy Policy. In particular, you acknowledge and agree to the following: • Data Collection and Storage: When you register and use Matchpreneurs.ai, we will collect certain personal information from you, such as your name, email address, professional information (e.g. job title, industry, skills), preferences, and any other details you provide in your profile or through using the Platform. We store user data on our own secure cloud systems. This includes the information you actively provide and data generated through your interactions with the Platform (like match results, messages, usage logs). We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data against unauthorized access or loss. Please refer to the Privacy Policy for details on the categories of data we collect and how we store and safeguard them. • Purpose of Data Use: We use your personal data to operate and provide the services of the Platform. This includes using your information to facilitate profile matching, networking, and communications with other users, to personalize your experience, and to improve our algorithms and services. We also use your data for AI-powered processes – for example, to generate matchmaking recommendations, to suggest relevant connections or content, or other automated functionalities that enhance your networking experience. Some of these processes may qualify as “profiling” or automated decision-making under GDPR; by using the Platform, you consent to our use of such automated systems for the described purposes. We will provide any required transparency about how these processes work (e.g., in our Privacy Policy) in compliance with applicable laws (including Articles 13-15 of GDPR regarding automated decision-making). • Third-Party Processors and Data Transfers: To deliver the Platform’s features, we rely on certain trusted third-party service providers (vendors) for infrastructure and functionality. This may include, for example: cloud hosting services, database or analytics providers, communication and chat infrastructure providers, email delivery services, and AI technology providers (large language model APIs) that process data to generate recommendations or other outputs. By accepting these Terms, you consent to our use of third-party processors to handle your data as necessary to provide the services . We ensure that any third-party processors are bound by appropriate data processing agreements (including GDPR-standard clauses where applicable) to protect your data. Some of these providers may be located outside of your country (including outside the European Economic Area). In particular, if you are in the EU, note that some data might be processed on servers in the United States or other jurisdictions. When we transfer personal data out of the EU/EEA, we will do so in compliance with GDPR requirements (for example, using EU Commission Standard Contractual Clauses or ensuring the recipient is certified under an approved framework). A list of key third-party subprocessors can be found in our Privacy Policy (or provided upon request). • Use of AI Services: As noted, certain features of Matchpreneurs.ai involve Artificial Intelligence services, which may be provided by third parties. For instance, if our Platform uses an AI algorithm to generate a matchmaking score or to suggest content, this might involve sending some of your provided information (such as profile data or input queries) to an external AI engine to compute results. By using the Platform, you agree and consent to the processing of some of your data by AI systems in order to deliver the Platform’s functionalities . We will only send the minimum necessary data for these purposes, and such data usage will also be covered by our agreements with those AI providers to ensure it is not used for other purposes. You understand that AI-generated outputs can sometimes be inaccurate or inappropriate despite our efforts; we will continually monitor and refine these services. If you prefer not to have certain data processed by AI features, you should abstain from using those features or the Platform. (We may in the future provide opt-out settings for specific AI-driven features where feasible.) • Marketing Communications: We would like to keep you informed about our product updates, new features, newsletters, and possibly offers from us or our close partners. By registering an account, you give us permission to contact you in the future via email and (if provided) via social media direct messaging (for example, LinkedIn InMail or direct message) for marketing and informational purposes. Such communications may include onboarding information, newsletters, event invitations, or promotional content about new features or services related to Matchpreneurs. We will do this in compliance with applicable direct marketing laws (for instance, if required, by obtaining any additional consent or offering an easy opt-out). If you prefer not to receive promotional emails, you can unsubscribe at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” link in any marketing email, or by adjusting your account settings or contacting us. If you prefer not to receive outreach via LinkedIn or other social platforms, you can let us know or simply ignore/block such messages. Please note that even if you opt out of marketing messages, we may still send you transactional or administrative communications (such as important notices about your account, security alerts, legal updates, or customer service messages), as these are not promotional in nature. • Personalized Advertising and Offers: You also agree that we may use information we have about you (such as your profile data, usage patterns, and preferences) to provide personalized content and offers, which could include showing you targeted advertisements or tailored recommendations within the Platform. These could be offers for premium services, third- party products relevant to entrepreneurs, or other opportunities. We may, in the future, display advertisements from third parties within the Platform; these may be targeted based on your information. We may also work with advertising partners or social media platforms to show you ads outside of the Platform (for example, on other websites or on social networks like LinkedIn or Facebook) based on data collected from the Platform. By agreeing to these Terms, you consent that we may use your data for such personalization and advertising purposes without an additional consent request at that later time. Of course, we will respect any legal requirements – for example, if certain data usage for ads requires an opt-in under applicable law, we will obtain it. You will always have the right to withdraw consent for marketing uses of your data (where consent is required) or to object to processing of your data for direct marketing, as per your rights described below. • Data from Beta Phase to Production (Post-Beta) Phase: If you are participating in our beta phase, please be aware that we plan to migrate all user accounts and data from the test environment to the final live version of the Platform. By using the Platform during this beta, you agree that your profile information, account data, and any content or preferences you have provided can be carried over to the full live Platform when it launches, without us having to seek your consent again at that time. The rationale is to provide a seamless transition for our early users. All data will continue to be governed by the Privacy Policy and Terms in effect at the time of the live launch (which will include the same or equivalent permissions outlined here). If you do not wish for your data to be migrated to the productive (post-beta) platform, you should discontinue use of the Platform during beta and contact us to delete your data. We will provide notice (for example via email or in-app notice) before the migration to inform users of the upcoming transition. After migration, if you continue to use the Platform, your data will reside in the production environment and will be subject to the terms and policies of the live service (which will incorporate the permissions you granted here). • Special Categories of Data: Matchpreneurs is not intended to collect any sensitive personal data (also known as special category data under GDPR, such as data about racial or ethnic origin, political opinions, religious beliefs, health, or biometric data) unless you choose to provide it. For example, your “professional interests” or a “cover letter” you write on your profile might indirectly reveal certain sensitive information (like membership in a trade union, or philosophical beliefs). By providing any information on the Platform, including any sensitive personal data (if you choose to do so), you explicitly consent to our processing of that information for the purposes described. We will treat any such sensitive information with extra care and only use it to facilitate your use of the Platform (e.g., matchmaking or profile display). You are not required to provide any sensitive personal details to use the Platform; if you do not wish us to process such information, please do not include it in your profile or communications on the Platform. • User Rights and Data Deletion: As a data subject (especially if you are an EU/EEA resident), you have certain rights regarding your personal data. These may include the right to access the data we hold about you, to correct or rectify any inaccurate data, to delete your account and personal data (“right to be forgotten”), to restrict or object to processing of your data, and to data portability. Details of these rights and how to exercise them are provided in our Privacy Policy. If you wish to exercise any data protection rights or have concerns about your personal data, you can contact us at our support or privacy contact (contact@matchpreneurs.ai). We will respond in accordance with applicable law. Generally, if you request deletion of your personal data or close your account, we will delete or anonymize your data, except for information we are required to keep for legal or compliance purposes or legitimate business purposes (e.g., backup archives or logs which are typically retained for a limited period). In summary, privacy and data use is a core aspect of these Terms. We have outlined the main points above to ensure transparency. For full details, please review our Privacy Policy document. Your acceptance of these Terms signifies that you have also reviewed and accept our Privacy Policy. 7. Paid Features and Future Pricing (Freemium to Premium Conversion) Matchpreneurs.ai is currently provided to users free of charge during its initial launch and beta phase (a freemium model with all features presently unlocked). However, the Company expressly reserves the right to introduce paid subscriptions, premium features, or other fee- based services in the future as part of the Platform’s business model. We want to be transparent that our service may evolve into a combination of free and paid offerings. • Introduction of Fees: We reserve the right to introduce new features or functionality for which the payment of fees may be required in the future . For example, we may implement a premium membership tier that offers additional matches or insights, a pay-per-use system for certain advanced analytics, or a marketplace commission model. New features may be added that are only accessible to paying users or that allow a certain free usage quota before payment is required. We may also change certain currently-free features to paid features as the Platform matures. • Notice of Changes: If we decide to implement any fees or change our pricing model, we will provide appropriate notice to users. This could be via an email announcement, an in-app notification, and/or an update to these Terms and a posting on our website. We understand that suddenly imposing charges without notice would be unfair; therefore, existing users will be informed in advance (for example, 30 days notice) before significant changes like introducing subscription fees. This gives you the opportunity to decide whether to continue using the Platform under the new pricing structure. • User Choice and Consent to Fees: When paid services are introduced, you will not be charged unless and until you choose to opt-in or subscribe to a paid plan or make a purchase. Simply put, you will never be secretly charged; any transition to paid usage will require you to take a clear affirmative action (such as entering payment details and confirming a purchase). If you do not wish to use the paid features, you can continue using the free aspects (if available) or stop using the Platform. However, note that we may decide to transition the entire Platform to a paid-only service in the future. In that scenario, continued use of the Platform after the notice period would constitute acceptance of the requirement to pay for the service. • Payment Processing: When paid features become available, payments will be processed securely through a third-party payment processor (for example, by integrating a payment gateway such as Stripe, though we reserve the flexibility to choose the provider). You may be required to agree to the payment processor’s terms of service and privacy policy when making a transaction. We will not store your sensitive payment information on our systems; such information will be handled by the payment provider in compliance with industry security standards (like PCI-DSS for credit cards). • Taxes: All fees are stated exclusive of any taxes (such as VAT or sales tax) unless otherwise noted. If any taxes are applicable to your purchase, we may add those to the charged amount or otherwise inform you that you are responsible for paying them. • No Refunds (Unless Required): Because we are not yet charging, refund policies are not applicable now. However, once payments are introduced, we will outline a clear refund or cancellation policy in these Terms or associated payment terms. Generally, fees paid are likely to be non-refundable except as required by law or explicitly stated. For instance, EU consumers might have certain cancellation rights for digital services (a 14-day withdrawal right) unless they waive it by immediate use of service; we will comply with such laws if applicable. • Freemium Services: We may maintain a “Free” tier even after introducing paid plans. Free tier users will continue to have access to basic features at no cost, but we may impose certain usage limits (e.g., a limited number of matches or messages per month) and/or include non- intrusive advertisements to support the free service. We reserve the right to change the scope of the free tier at any time. • Conversion to Premium: If you initially sign up during the free beta, and later the Platform moves to a paid model, we may offer you promotional options (such as a grace period of free premium usage, a discounted introductory price, or grandfathering of some free features). However, after any such period, continued full use of the Platform’s features might require payment. We will ensure that you have the choice to continue under the new terms or to cease using the Platform before any charges apply. In summary, by agreeing to these Terms, you acknowledge that Matchpreneurs.ai may change its pricing and monetization model in the future and you agree that the Company has the unilateral right to implement a freemium and/or premium model for the Platform. We commit to doing so in a user-respectful manner with proper notice. Your continued use of the service after introduction of fees constitutes your acceptance of any applicable fees. If you choose not to accept the introduction of fees, your remedy is to stop using the Platform or to continue on any available free tier. 8. Third-Party Services and Links The Platform may contain links to third-party websites or resources, and may also integrate with third-party platforms or services (collectively, “Third-Party Services”). For example, users might share a link to a LinkedIn profile, or we might integrate a scheduling app or an identity verification service to enhance trust. Additionally, as mentioned, we may use third- party AI or cloud services behind the scenes. Please note the following regarding Third-Party Services: • No Endorsement or Control: Third-Party Services are not under our control, and we are not responsible for the content, products, services, or practices of any linked website or third- party service. The inclusion of any link or integration does not imply that we endorse or sponsor the third party or its services. If the Platform provides interfaces or links to third- party applications (such as enabling you to sign in via a social network, or fetch data from another site), it is for convenience and functionality, but it does not mean we guarantee their services. • Separate Terms: Your use of Third-Party Services (for example, if we enable video calls via an embedded Zoom or a similar tool, or if you click a link to an external site) may be subject to separate terms and conditions or privacy policies of those third parties. You are responsible for reviewing and complying with those terms if you choose to use the Third-Party Services. These Terms do not apply to third-party websites or services. For instance, if you navigate to an external mentor’s personal website via a link on our Platform, anything you do on that site is governed by its own terms. • No Liability: We do not assume any responsibility or liability for any issues arising from your interactions with Third-Party Services. This includes any damage or loss caused or alleged to be caused by or in connection with use of or reliance on any such content, goods, or services available on or through any Third-Party Services. If you encounter a problem with a third-party product or service (say, a payment processing issue, or an AI service error), you need to address it with that third party. • Third-Party Content: Users on Matchpreneurs may share content or links that originate from third parties. We do not have full control over such content. While we expect users to follow our rules (Section 4) and not post harmful links or content, we cannot guarantee that content from third parties is safe or accurate. Always exercise caution when clicking on external links or downloading files from others. • Integrations and Data Sharing: If Matchpreneurs explicitly integrates with a Third-Party Service (for example, an option to import your LinkedIn information, or to schedule a meeting via a calendaring app, or to process a payment), we will ask for any necessary permissions and clearly indicate what data might be shared with or from that service. For instance, if you connect your account to a social network to find friends or import data, you will be informed about what is being accessed. You have the choice to utilize those integrations or not. We will not share your personal data with third parties except as described in our Privacy Policy or with your consent. In short, while using our Platform you may encounter third-party content and services; please understand that these are independent from Matchpreneurs.ai. We provide no warranties or support for them, and your dealings with third parties are solely between you and them. 9. Disclaimers of Warranties Matchpreneurs.ai is committed to facilitating valuable connections and providing a high- quality service, but there are important limits to what we promise to users. To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, the Platform and all content, information, and services provided via the Platform are provided on an “AS IS” and “AS AVAILABLE” basis, without any warranties of any kind, either express or implied. • No Guarantee of Results: We make no warranty or representation that your use of the Platform will result in finding a suitable co-founder, mentor, investor, client, or any other desired outcome. While our algorithms and team work to provide good matches and suggestions, the success of any connection is largely dependent on the users involved. You acknowledge that any business or partnership decisions you make through the Platform are made at your own discretion and risk. • Service Availability: We do not warrant that the Platform will be available at all times, uninterrupted, or error-free. Downtime, delays, or errors may occur for various reasons (including maintenance, updates, or technical issues). We do not guarantee that the Platform, or any content on it, will always be available or be uninterrupted. We also cannot guarantee that any scheduled events (like a networking session) will occur without interruption or that communications will be delivered in real-time. • Accuracy of Information: Although we attempt to verify users to some degree and strive for accurate information, we do not guarantee the completeness, truthfulness, or accuracy of any user-provided information or content on the Platform. This includes profiles, posts, or any other content. Users could provide information that is outdated or in rare cases false; it is not feasible for us to vet all details. Use your own judgment when relying on information from others on the Platform. • AI Outputs: Some features of the Platform may utilize AI systems (such as matching algorithms or automated content generation). AI technology is probabilistic and may sometimes produce incorrect or unexpected results. We do not warrant the accuracy, quality, or fitness of any content generated by AI on the Platform. For example, any recommendations, introductions, or automated messages provided by an AI feature are for your convenience and do not constitute advice or absolute fact. You should independently verify important information. • Quality of Service Providers: If the Platform serves as a marketplace for services (e.g., consultants, experts, vendors connecting with startups), note that we do not guarantee the quality or suitability of any services or advice provided by users to each other. We are not responsible for any professional services or consultations that may happen as a result of connections made on the Platform. Any contracts or arrangements for services between users are outside the scope of our responsibility (see Section 10 on Limitation of Liability). • Implied Warranties: To the extent permitted by law, we specifically disclaim all implied warranties, including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, title, and non-infringement. For example, we do not warrant that the Platform is suitable for your specific needs or that it will operate in combination with any particular hardware, software, or system. • Security and Bugs: We strive to keep the Platform secure and free of bugs or viruses, but we do not warrant that the Platform will be secure or free from vulnerabilities, viruses, or other harmful components. You are responsible for configuring your information technology, computer programs, and platform to access our service and we recommend you use your own virus protection software. Any material downloaded or otherwise obtained through the use of the Platform is done at your own discretion and risk. • Jurisdictional Note on Warranties: If you are a consumer in a jurisdiction that does not allow the exclusion of certain warranties, some of the above disclaimers may not apply to you. In such cases, the scope and duration of any required warranty will be the minimum permitted under applicable law. In summary, you use Matchpreneurs.ai at your own risk. We provide a platform and tools, but we do not guarantee any outcome or that the Platform will meet all of your expectations. We encourage you to exercise common sense and caution in all your interactions and to not rely solely on the Platform for critical decisions. 10. Limitation of Liability Please read this section carefully – it limits the liability of the Company and defines the extent of our responsibility to you. Nothing in this section is intended to limit any rights you may have under mandatory law (for example, certain consumer protection laws or data protection laws), and we do not seek to exclude liability for matters that cannot be excluded by law. • Liability for intent / gross negligence; injury: Nothing in these Terms excludes or limits liability of the Company for intent (Vorsatz) or gross negligence (grobe Fahrlässigkeit), for damages resulting from injury to life, body or health, or under mandatory statutory liability (including, where applicable, product liability laws). • Liability for slight negligence and essential duties (Kardinalpflichten): In cases of slight negligence (leichte Fahrlässigkeit), the Company shall be liable only for breach of an essential contractual duty (Kardinalpflicht). An essential contractual duty is a duty whose fulfillment enables the proper performance of the contract in the first place and on the performance of which the user may regularly rely. In such cases, liability shall be limited to the typical, foreseeable damage. • Liability cap remains applicable: Subject to the above, the Company’s total liability for claims under these Terms remains limited in accordance with the liability cap stated below (Direct Damages Cap), unless mandatory law requires a higher liability. • Exclusion of indirect damages remains applicable: Subject to the above, the exclusions stated below for indirect, incidental, special, consequential or punitive damages and loss of profits/revenues apply to the maximum extent permitted by law. • Indirect Damages: To the maximum extent permitted by law, the Company (and our officers, directors, employees, agents, affiliates, and partners) will not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, or any loss of profits or revenues, whether incurred directly or indirectly, or any loss of business opportunities, goodwill, or data, arising from or in connection with (a) your use of or inability to use the Platform; (b) any conduct or content of any user or third party on the Platform, including defamatory, offensive, or illegal conduct of other users or third parties; or (c) any content obtained from the Platform, even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages. • Direct Damages Cap: To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, the total liability of the Company for any claims under these Terms (including for any implied warranties that cannot be excluded) is limited to the amount you have paid us in the last 12 months (if any) for the use of the Platform, or EUR 100, whichever is greater. If you have not paid anything (for example, if you are using the free beta), our total liability to you for any and all claims is capped at EUR 100. This means that, to the extent we are found liable for something, we are responsible only up to this modest amount. • Types of Claims Not Limited: Nothing in these Terms shall limit or exclude our liability for: (i) death or personal injury caused by our negligence, or the negligence of our legal representatives or agents; (ii) fraud or fraudulent misrepresentation; or (iii) any other liability which cannot be limited or excluded by law. For example, if applicable law in your jurisdiction does not allow the exclusion or limitation of liability for gross negligence or willful misconduct, we do not exclude liability for the Company’s own gross negligence or willful misconduct. • User Interactions: You acknowledge that we are not responsible for the interactions (or any disputes) between users of the Platform. Any agreements or terms you establish with other users (such as entering a business partnership, a contract for services, nondisclosure agreements, investment terms, etc.) are solely between you and the other party. The Company is not a party to those dealings. Should you have a dispute with one or more users, you release the Company (and our officers, directors, agents, subsidiaries, joint ventures, and employees) from claims, demands and damages of every kind arising out of or in any way connected with such disputes. We strongly encourage you to conduct due diligence and exercise good judgment in any interaction or transaction with other users. • Third-Party Transactions: Similarly, if through using the Platform you decide to engage any third-party service or purchase a product from a third party (for example, hiring a consultant you met on Matchpreneurs, or clicking an affiliate link), any resulting transaction is between you and that third party. The Company will not be liable for any issues arising from such transactions. • Data and Loss: We strive to protect your data, but we are not liable for unauthorized access to or alteration of your transmissions or data, or any material or data sent or received or not sent or received. We are also not liable for the loss of any data if you didn’t independently back it up, except where required by law to maintain and return such data to you. (We encourage you to keep backup copies of any important information or content you share on the Platform.) • Reliance on Information: Any information or advice (for example, business advice or technical guidance) that you obtain through the Platform, whether from the Company or another user, is for general purposes only. You should not rely solely on information obtained via the Platform for making significant decisions. Always consider seeking professional advice appropriate to your situation. We are not liable for any action you take (or fail to take) based on information on the Platform. • Aggregate Liability: If multiple claims are brought relating to the same or similar issue and arise out of the same facts, they will be aggregated for the purposes of the liability cap. This means we do not pay the cap more than once for related issues. • Consumers (EU/UK): If you are using the Platform as a consumer (not in the course of a business) in the European Union, you may have certain statutory rights that cannot be excluded by contract, and nothing in these Terms affects those rights. For example, in some countries, consumers have legal remedies if a service is not provided with reasonable skill and care. Our intention is to comply with such laws, and the limitations and exclusions in these Terms are subject to that compliance. In particular, the above limitations of liability shall apply to consumer users only to the extent permitted under the laws of your country of residence. • Risk Acknowledgment: You acknowledge that the pricing of our Platform (currently free or in the future perhaps reasonably priced) reflects this allocation of risk and the limitations of liability specified herein. If you consider the potential losses that could be incurred due to any failure of the service to be greater than this cap, you should take out your own insurance cover for such events or refrain from using the Platform. • You are solely responsible for your interactions with other users of the Platform. Matchpreneurs.ai is not a party to any agreement or transaction between users. We reserve the right, but have no obligation, to monitor or become involved in disputes between you and other users. In the event of a dispute, you release the Company (and our officers, directors, agents, and employees) from claims, demands, and damages of every kind, known and unknown, arising out of or in any way connected with such disputes. • No agency, partnership, joint venture, employment, or franchisee relationship is intended or created by these Terms. You do not have any authority of any kind to bind the Company in any respect whatsoever. 11. Termination of Use Both you and the Company have the right to terminate or suspend this agreement and your account on the Platform under certain circumstances: • Your Right to Terminate: You may stop using the Platform at any time. If you wish to delete your account, you can do so by contacting us at our support email or through any account deletion function we provide. Once your account is deleted, you will lose access to the Platform and your profile. Keep in mind that termination of your account will not automatically notify other users you were connected with (for example, conversations you had may remain in their inbox, showing a “deleted user”). Also, as noted in the Privacy section, we may retain certain data as required or permitted by law even after account deletion. • Our Right to Suspend or Terminate: We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access to the Platform (in whole or in part), or to deactivate or delete your account, at our sole discretion, at any time and without prior notice, if we reasonably believe that: (a) you have violated these Terms or any applicable law; (b) you pose a risk or potential legal exposure to us or to other users (for example, engaging in fraudulent activity, harassment, or hacking); (c) you haven’t used your account for an extended period (for instance, if an account remains inactive for more than 12 months, we might remove it as part of general platform cleanup); or (d) for any other reason, including our decision to discontinue the Platform or a particular feature. We will act reasonably and, where practicable, provide a notice or warning before terminating for reasons other than serious violation. • Effect of Termination: Upon termination of your account, whether by you or us, your right to use the Platform will immediately cease. You must cease all use of the Platform and refrain from accessing it. We may immediately revoke your access credentials and may delete your Content (though as noted, some residual data may persist in backups or if required for legal reasons). You will not be entitled to any compensation or reimbursement for any unused features or potential loss of data or content as a result of termination, except where required by law or explicitly provided (for example, a refund of a prepaid subscription if termination was without cause on our part, subject to terms of that subscription). • Post-Termination Data Requests: If your account is terminated or you delete it, we have no obligation to retain your content or data (other than as mentioned for legal obligations). It is your responsibility to back up any important data beforehand. However, as a courtesy and where feasible, we may assist with providing you a copy of your data upon request made promptly after termination (e.g., providing a copy of your profile info or communications, if we have them accessible). Data retrieval post-termination may not always be possible. • Survival: Even after termination of your account or these Terms, certain provisions will continue to remain in effect. These include sections relating to Privacy (to the extent we retain data), User-Generated Content License (to the extent of permitted content retention), Disclaimers, Limitation of Liability, Governing Law and Dispute Resolution, Indemnity, and any other clauses that by their nature should survive termination. • Reactivation: If your account was terminated or suspended by us and you believe this was a mistake or you have remedied the violation, you can contact our support team to request reactivation. We will review such requests at our discretion. There is no guarantee of reinstatement, and repeated or serious violations will likely lead to permanent ban. Terminating your use of Matchpreneurs.ai is your right, but we hope to provide a service that you find valuable and safe so that such measures are rarely needed. If you are considering leaving due to a problem or concern, we encourage you to contact us first so we can try to address the issue. 12. Indemnification To the extent permitted by applicable law, you agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the Company, its parent (Compoundio Technology Holding GmbH), affiliates, and their respective officers, directors, employees, and agents, from and against any and all claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses (including reasonable attorney’s fees) that arise out of or relate to: • Your use of the Platform (including any activities under your account, whether by you or someone using your account); • Your Content that you submit, post, or share on the Platform (including any allegations that your Content infringes or misappropriates the intellectual property or privacy rights of a third party, or that it is defamatory or violates law or these Terms); • Your interactions or transactions with other users (for example, disputes with other users, or any dealings/offers made outside of the Platform that originated from a connection on the Platform); • Your violation of these Terms or of any law or regulation; or • Your violation of any rights of a third party (for instance, any breach of a confidentiality obligation or other rights in the context of using our Platform). This indemnity means you will reimburse the Company for any losses or costs it suffers due to your actions (or those of anyone using your account). We reserve the right to assume the exclusive defense and control of any matter otherwise subject to indemnification by you (at your expense), and you agree to cooperate with our defense of such claims. You agree not to settle any such matter without the prior written consent of the Company. We will use reasonable efforts to notify you of any such claim or demand that is subject to your indemnification obligation upon becoming aware of it. Example: If you post content that slanders someone and they sue the Company for defamation because it was on our Platform, you may be responsible for the costs and damages. Or if you use the Platform for an unlawful purpose and it causes us harm, you would need to cover our losses. Indemnification does not apply if you are a consumer in certain jurisdictions where such an obligation cannot be imposed, so this clause will apply to the fullest extent allowed by law. In jurisdictions where you cannot fully indemnify (such as some EU member states for consumer contracts), you may be held liable only to the degree allowed. However, we emphasise that all users should abide by these Terms and use the Platform responsibly to avoid any need for such indemnity. 13. Intellectual Property Rights All content and materials on the Matchpreneurs.ai Platform, excluding user-generated content described in Section 5, are the intellectual property of the Company or its licensors. This includes, but is not limited to, the software and code that operates the Platform, the design, graphics, layout, look and feel, logos, trademarks, and any content created or provided by us (such as articles, text, images, or compilations of user data). These are protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. • Company Materials: We (and our licensors, if any) retain all right, title, and interest in and to the Platform and all related content and materials. Using the Platform does not grant you ownership of any intellectual property rights in our services or the content you access (other than your own Content). You are only granted a limited, revocable license as described below. • License to You: The Company grants you a personal, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable, limited license to access and use the Platform and its content for your own legitimate, personal or internal business use, and in accordance with these Terms. This means you can use our app/website, view content, and interact with it for networking and business development purposes. You agree not to use the Platform for any resale or commercial use outside the intended purpose, unless expressly authorized by us. You may not copy, reproduce, modify, distribute, create derivative works from, publicly display, or publicly perform any of our intellectual property (like our logos, text, or code) except as permitted by us or by law (such as brief quotes under fair use, etc.). • Trademarks: “Matchpreneurs”, our logo, and any other product or service names or slogans that appear on the Platform are trademarks or service marks of Compoundio Technology Holding GmbH (unless otherwise noted). You must not use, copy, imitate, or use any such trademarks, in whole or in part, without our prior written permission. All other trademarks appearing on the Platform are the property of their respective owners and may not be used without permission of the respective owner. • Open Source and Third-Party Components: The Platform may include or rely on certain open-source software or third-party software components. Each of these components is licensed under its own terms, which are not overridden by these Terms. We will provide attributions or notices regarding open-source software as required by their licenses (for example, within our app or documentation). By using the Platform, you agree to comply with any relevant open source license terms for components that affect your usage. (Typically, end users are not heavily affected by open source components obligations beyond being aware of them, but if interested, you can request a list of open source components used.) • Prohibited Actions: You shall not, and shall not allow any third party to, do the following: ◦ Reverse Engineering: Attempt to reverse engineer, decompile, disassemble or otherwise attempt to discover the source code, object code, or underlying structure, ideas, or algorithms of the Platform (except as permitted by law where such restriction is prohibited). ◦ Derivative Works: Modify, translate, or create derivative works based on the Platform or any Company content. ◦ Copying: Copy (except for backup purposes or as incidental to normal use), rent, lease, distribute, or otherwise transfer any of the rights that you receive hereunder. ◦ Removal of Notices: Remove any proprietary notices or labels on the Platform. For instance, do not delete or alter any copyright, trademark, or other ownership notices we place on the interface or in the code. ◦ Use of Automated Tools: Use any robot, spider, site search/retrieval application, or other automated device or process to access, scrape, index, or data-mine the Platform, unless we have given our express permission (which typically we do not, except for recognized indexing by search engines in public areas). ◦ Frames or Mirroring: You may not frame or mirror any part of the Platform on any other website or service, nor attempt to bypass any measures we may use to prevent or restrict access to the Platform. • Permissible Sharing: If the Platform provides features that allow you to share certain content on social media or elsewhere (for example, a “Share” button on a blog post or your profile), you may do so as enabled by those features and in a manner consistent with these Terms. We generally welcome users sharing links to our site or referring others, as long as it’s in a fair and non-misleading way. • Reporting IP Issues: If you believe that any content on the Platform infringes your copyright or other intellectual property rights, please notify us promptly with detailed information so we can investigate (see Contact Information for how to reach us). We respect intellectual property rights and will remove or disable content that is found to be infringing, in accordance with applicable laws (such as the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) for US-based claims, if relevant, or EU directives, etc.). Repeat infringers may have their accounts terminated. 14. Copyright Infringement Policy We respect the intellectual property rights of others and expect our users to do the same. In accordance with applicable law, we will respond to valid notices of alleged copyright infringement. If you are a copyright owner and you believe that any content on the Platform infringes upon your copyrights, you may submit a notification to our designated agent with the following information in writing: • A physical or electronic signature of a person authorized to act on behalf of the owner of an exclusive right that is allegedly infringed. • Identification of the copyrighted work claimed to have been infringed. • Identification of the material that is claimed to be infringing and that is to be removed, and information reasonably sufficient to permit us to locate the material. • Information reasonably sufficient to permit us to contact you, such as an address, telephone number, and, if available, an email address. • A statement that you have a good faith belief that use of the material in the manner complained of is not authorized by the copyright owner, its agent, or the law. • A statement that the information in the notification is accurate, and under penalty of perjury, that you are authorized to act on behalf of the owner of an exclusive right that is allegedly infringed. Our designated agent for notice of claims of copyright infringement can be reached at: contact@matchpreneurs.ai We reserve the right to remove content alleged to be infringing without prior notice, at our sole discretion, and without liability to you. In appropriate circumstances, we will also terminate a user’s account if the user is determined to be a repeat infringer. 15. Changes to the Service Matchpreneurs.ai is an evolving platform, and we reserve the right to make changes to the service at any time: • Feature Updates: We may add, remove, or modify features, functionalities, or the overall user experience of the Platform at our discretion. This could include altering the algorithm that matches users, redesigning interface elements, adding new community features, integrating new third-party tools, etc. We may also discontinue certain features if they are no longer viable or relevant. We will try to inform users about significant changes (especially if they affect how you use the service or your data) through updates or notices. • Temporary Suspension: On occasion, we may need to temporarily suspend the Platform (or parts of it) for maintenance, updates, or emergency fixes. We will aim to schedule maintenance during low-usage hours and to inform users ahead of time (via a notice on the site or email) whenever possible. However, in urgent cases (like a critical security vulnerability), we might not have time to warn users before taking the service offline briefly. • New Services: Any new services, tools, or features that we introduce will also be subject to these Terms (unless stated otherwise). For example, if we launch a mobile app or a new module for events, it will be covered by the same Terms and Privacy Policy, potentially with some feature-specific additional terms that will be communicated to you. • Beta Features: We might introduce some features in a beta or experimental mode to gather feedback. These will be labelled appropriately (e.g., “Beta” or “Labs”). Such features are provided on an as-is basis and might change, break, or be removed with little notice. By choosing to use beta features, you understand that they might not be as reliable as the main Platform. • User Experience and Testing: We continuously test various aspects of our Platform (like a different layout or algorithm adjustments) to improve user experience. You agree that we may deploy such tests (often called A/B tests or multivariate tests) which might result in slightly different experiences for different users. We appreciate feedback and ask for your patience with any minor inconsistencies during such tests. • Content Changes: We also reserve the right to edit, modify, or remove any content on the Platform provided by us. For instance, if we had a blog or resource center, we might update articles, or if we maintain any curated lists or feeds, we can change those. Overall, the nature of SaaS (Software as a Service) products is that they evolve over time. We are not obligated to maintain any particular part of the service for any guaranteed period (unless you have a separate agreement with us that states otherwise, like an enterprise SLA). However, for any drastic changes that would fundamentally alter your use of the Platform, we will endeavor to provide notice or seek consent if necessary (especially if any change in service would impact the handling of personal data beyond what is covered in our Privacy Policy). If you do not agree with a change we make, your remedy (if the change materially affects the service) is to stop using the Platform. For users on paid plans (in the future), if a change materially reduces the value or functionality of the service, we may offer a pro-rata refund or other remedy as appropriate, in line with any specific terms at that time. 16. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution • Governing Law: These Terms and any dispute or claim arising out of or in connection with them (including non-contractual disputes or claims) shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Germany, without regard to its conflict of law principles. We choose German law as the governing law because the Company is based in Germany. That said, if you are a consumer in the EU, you also enjoy the protection of any mandatory provisions of the law of your country of residence. This means that nothing in these Terms affects your rights under consumer protection laws in your home country if those laws apply and provide you with greater protections. • Jurisdiction: You and the Company agree that the courts of Stuttgart, Germany shall have exclusive jurisdiction to settle any dispute or claim arising out of or in connection with these Terms or your use of the Platform. However, as a consumer, you may also be entitled to bring proceedings in your local jurisdiction under applicable consumer law (for example, within the EU, consumers can often choose to file a claim in their home country). The above jurisdiction clause does not override such rights for consumers where applicable. • Online Dispute Resolution for Consumers: The European Commission provides a platform for online dispute resolution (ODR), which can be accessed at http://ec.europa.eu/consumers/odr/. As a consumer residing in the EU, you can use this platform to resolve disputes. We are neither obligated nor willing to participate in dispute resolution proceedings before a consumer arbitration board.