User Agreement
Last updated: December 2024
1. Agreement Overview
This User Agreement ("Agreement") governs your use of the Fend platform as a registered member. By creating an account and using the Service, you agree to be bound by this Agreement in addition to our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.
2. Membership
Fend is an invite-only network. Your membership grants you access to:
- The member directory of founders and executives
- Pilot opportunity listings
- Company registration and management
- Direct connections with other members
3. Profile Information
You agree to provide accurate and complete information in your profile. Your profile will be visible to other members of the network. You are responsible for keeping your profile information current.
4. Community Standards
As a member, you agree to:
- Treat other members with respect and professionalism
- Use the platform for legitimate business networking purposes
- Not solicit members for purposes unrelated to the platform's mission
- Protect confidential information shared with you by other members
- Report any violations of these standards to our team
5. Company Registration
If you register a company on the platform, you represent that you have the authority to do so. Company registrations are subject to approval by our team.
6. Pilot Opportunities
Companies may post pilot opportunities to the platform. Any agreements made between members regarding pilots are separate from this Agreement and Fend is not a party to such agreements.
7. Intellectual Property
You retain ownership of the content you post to the platform. By posting content, you grant Fend a license to display that content to other members as part of the Service.
8. Account Termination
You may close your account at any time. We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate this Agreement or our community standards.
9. Dispute Resolution
Any disputes arising from this Agreement shall be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association.
10. Contact
For questions about this Agreement, contact us at legal@thefend.com.