By creating an eXtrefy account, or by accessing or using eXtrefy or any of its Services in any manner, you (“User”) acknowledge and agree that you are entering into a legally binding agreement with eXtrefy, and that your use of the Services shall be governed by the terms and conditions set forth in this Agreement. This Agreement applies whether you register as an individual or on behalf of the company or organization. Subject to the terms and conditions herein, you may terminate this Agreement at any time by deleting your account and ceasing all access to and use of the Services.

2.1. “Affiliates” means, with respect to any party (whether ‘eXtrefy’ or the ‘User’), any entity that directly or indirectly controls, is controlled by, or is under common control with such Party, or through one or more intermediaries. For the purposes of this definition, “Control” shall mean the ownership, directly or indirectly, of more than fifty percent (50%) of the voting securities or other ownership interests of an entity, or the possession of the power to direct or cause the direction of the management and policies of such entity, whether through ownership, contractual arrangements, or otherwise.

2.2. “Applicable Laws” all statutes, enactments, acts of legislation, ordinances, rules, regulations, notifications, guidelines, and other laws in force in the jurisdiction(s) governing this Agreement and the operation of eXtrefy, including, without limitation, the laws of the jurisdiction in which eXtrefy is incorporated or operates, and all laws applicable to the User’s access to and use of eXtrefy, as per the governing law clause.

2.3. “Content” means any and all information, data, or material that a User or eXtrefy uploads, posts, submits, transmits, or otherwise makes available on or through the eXtrefy Platform. This includes, but is not limited to, text, images, graphics, videos, audio files, software, code, scripts, links, comments, messages, and any other material provided, shared, or generated by the User in connection with their access to or use of the Platform or its Services.

2.4. “Confidential Information” means any information, whether oral, written, electronic, or in any other form or medium, that is disclosed by either the User or eXtrefy (each, a “Disclosing Party”) to the other (the “Receiving Party”) through or in connection with the Platform including, without limitation, any information, data or material relating to the Disclosing Party’s business, operations, products, services, clients, customers, employees, contractors, Affiliates, or partners (collectively, “Representatives”). It also includes trade secrets, know-how, proprietary data, intellectual property, business plans, financial information, technical information, and any other information of a confidential or proprietary nature, which the Disclosing Party designates as confidential or which, under the circumstances, ought to be treated as confidential.

2.5. “Deactivation” refers to the User’s voluntary action to temporarily limit or disable access to their account on the eXtrefy Platform. 

2.6. “Platform” refers to the digital service, website/web app, mobile application, or any other technological infrastructure owned, operated, or controlled by eXtrefy, which facilitates access to, interaction with, and use of eXtrefy’s Services and/or Content.

2.7. “Revocation” refers to eXtrefy’s discretionary act of restricting, curtailing, or modifying a User’s access to or ability to use the eXtrefy Platform, whether in part or in full, and whether temporarily or indefinitely. It may include limitations on specific functionalities, privileges, or permissions without necessarily disabling the User’s account. It is a regulatory or corrective measure and does not amount to, or imply, either Suspension or Termination.

2.8. “Services” refer to all products, features, functionalities, and offerings made available by eXtrefy, whether accessed through the Platform itself or by any other means. This includes, but not limited to, services relating to synergy insights, market intelligence, founder communication, guilds, and any other related or ancillary offerings provided by the Platform.

2.9. “Suspension” refers to eXtrefy’s temporary and reversible action of disabling or restricting a User’s access to the eXtrefy Platform for a specified or unspecified duration. During this period, the User’s account is retained within the eXtrefy Platform’s systems, but access to it is temporarily withheld. It serves as a temporary enforcement measure and does not constitute permanent account deletion.

2.10. “Termination” refers to the permanent and conclusive removal of a User’s account from the eXtrefy Platform’s systems, leading to the complete and irrevocable cessation of the User’s rights, privileges, and access to the eXtrefy Platform under that account. The User’s account shall be deemed closed, deleted, and incapable of reinstatement, except as otherwise mandated under Applicable Laws. 

2.11. “User” or “Users” means any individual or entity that accesses, registers with, or uses the eXtrefy Platform or any of its Services, whether as a visitor, registered member, or subscriber, and includes any person acting on behalf of such individual or entity in any capacity.

eXtrefy is a digital founder network Platform designed to facilitate cross-border collaboration, market expansion, and knowledge exchange. It is not a brokerage or an investment or financial advisory platform.

4.1. User must be a founder, co-founder, or leadership-level member of a startup/venture.
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4.2. User must provide true, complete, and accurate information, as may be required during the onboarding or registration process.

4.3. Where a User creates an account on behalf of the company/entity, such User represents and warrants that they have the requisite authority to bind that company/entity to these Terms.

4.4. User must be at least eighteen (18) years of age to lawfully access and use the eXtrefy Platform and its Services.

4.5. Access to the Platform and its Services shall be granted only upon successful verification of the User’s eligibility by the Platform. 

4.6. Access to the Platform is non-transferable. The User shall not share, disclose, or permit any other person to use their login credentials or account to access or use the Platform. The User shall be solely responsible for all activities, actions, or omissions that occur through their account.  
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5.1. User agrees not to misuse any Confidential Information at any time, and further agree not to copy, save, share or distribute such information without prior consent of the relevant Disclosing Party.

5.2. eXtrefy does not guarantee the confidentiality of information shared on the Platform. User(s) shall be solely responsible for any information, Content, or material they choose to post, upload, submit, or otherwise share through the Platform. 

6.1. Harassment, discrimination, disrespectful behavior, spamming, solicitation, and misuse of connections are strictly prohibited. 

6.2. The eXtrefy Platform promotes and encourages respect for cultural and geographic diversity in all forms of communication and interaction.

6.3. The User acknowledges and agrees to be bound by the Founders’ Code, as may be amended or updated from time to time, and shall adhere to all obligations and standards set forth therein.

6.4. The User shall not impersonate any person or entity, including but not limited to other Users, Representatives of the Platform, or any third party, nor shall they misrepresent their identity, affiliation, or relationship with any entity or individual. 

6.5. Creating accounts, submitting information, or posting Content using false, misleading, or deceptive details is strictly prohibited and shall give rise to liability and legal action under Applicable Laws. 

6.6. User shall not tamper with or damage the eXtrefy Platform’s computer systems, infrastructure, data, or Services. Any form of unauthorized access, introduction of malware, hacking, or activity that disrupts or compromises the functionality, security, or integrity of the Platform is strictly prohibited and may result in immediate Termination of the User’s account which may also include legal proceedings and/or claims for compensation against such act(s) committed by the User, his Representative(s) or any third party.

6.7. The use of automated tools, bots, or any unlawful, misleading, discriminatory, or fraudulent activity on or through the eXtrefy Platform is strictly prohibited. 

6.8. User shall comply with all Applicable Laws, rules, and regulations of the jurisdiction from which they access or use the eXtrefy Platform, including but not limited to laws governing data privacy, information technology, intellectual property, and online conduct. This obligation applies in addition to compliance with the laws governing this Agreement. It is the sole responsibility of the User to be aware of and adhere to all local legal requirements relevant to their use of the Platform. 

6.9. The User agrees to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the eXtrefy Platform, its Affiliates, Representatives, officers, directors, employees, and agents from and against any and all claims, damages, losses, liabilities, costs, and expenses (including attorney’s fees) arising out of or in connection with:

7.1. Users shall upload, post, or share only such Content for which they hold ownership rights or possess the requisite licenses, permissions, or authorizations. Any instance of plagiarism, copyright infringement, or unauthorized use of third-party intellectual property shall result in the immediate removal of the infringing Content and may, at the eXtrefy Platform’s discretion, lead to Revocation of access or Suspension or Termination of the User’s account. 

7.2. eXtrefy encourages Users to create and share original Content. When reposting, referencing, or sharing Content originating from third-party sources, Users must provide proper credit and attribution to the original creator, in accordance with Applicable Laws and fair use principles. 

7.3. By uploading or otherwise sharing Content through eXtrefy, the User grants the Platform a limited, non-exclusive, worldwide, transferable, royalty-free license to display, use, copy, reproduce, modify, distribute, publicly perform, and process such Content for eXtrefy’s community purposes. This license shall remain in effect until the User withdraws consent by deactivating/terminating their account. Upon such withdrawal, the license shall terminate, except to the extent that:

7.4. All trademarks, logos, trade names, proprietary code, Content, and Services of eXtrefy remain its exclusive property. No User is granted any license or right to use the Platform’s property except as expressly permitted under this Agreement or with prior written authorization from eXtrefy.

8.1. eXtrefy collects, stores, and processes User Data in accordance with the Legal Terms of Use and Applicable Laws. The Platform may utilize aggregated and anonymized data solely for analytical, research, or product improvement purposes, ensuring that such data cannot reasonably be used to identify any individual User. 

8.2. eXtrefy reserves the right, at its sole discretion and without prior notice, to remove, disable access to, or restrict any Content shared by Users that it reasonably believes violates the Legal Terms of Use or any Applicable Laws. This includes, but is not limited to, Content that is unlawful, infringing, harmful, misleading, discriminatory, defamatory, or otherwise inconsistent with the eXtrefy Platform’s community purposes.  

8.3. Direct User-to-User communications conducted through the eXtrefy Platform are treated as private and are not actively monitored or accessed by the Platform. However, eXtrefy may access, review, or disclose such communications in the following circumstances: 

8.4. eXtrefy will retain relevant information, Data, and associated records of Users for a period of one hundred and eighty (180) days following the Termination of the User’s account. Notwithstanding the foregoing, the Platform may retain such information for a longer duration when necessary to:

9.1. eXtrefy shall not be liable for any business outcomes, investment decisions, financial losses, or any other damages to the Users or their Representatives, or disputes arising between Users, whether directly or indirectly, arising due to the use or inability to use the Platform or its Services.

9.2. eXtrefy provides introductions and networking opportunities; however, it does not guarantee any deal, funding, partnership, or business expansion results. All interactions and decisions between Users are undertaken at their own discretion.

9.3. eXtrefy provides the Services on an ‘as is’ and ‘as available’ basis. To the maximum extent permitted by Applicable Law(s), the Platform makes no representations or warranties of any kind, whether express or implied, including but not limited to warranties of title, accuracy, reliability, non-infringement, merchantability, or fitness for a particular purpose. eXtrefy does not warrant that the Services will be uninterrupted or error-free.

9.4. To the fullest extent permitted by Applicable Law(s), eXtrefy and its Representatives shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, consequential, exemplary, special, or punitive damages, including but not limited to, any loss of profits, revenue, business opportunities, goodwill, Data, or any other losses, arising out of or in connection with this Agreement, the use or inability to use eXtrefy or its Services, or any third-party conduct.

9.5. eXtrefy shall not be responsible or liable for any unauthorized access to, or misuse, disclosure, or alteration of any information or Content shared by Users, by any third party or other Users.

9.6. Any liability arising out of or in connection with the purchase(s) made by the User from the Platform shall in no event exceed the lesser of:
      (a) The total amount paid or payable by the User to the Platform for such purchase(s); or,
      (b) USD 1,000.

10.1. Certain premium features, memberships, events, or other Services offered by eXtrefy may be subject to payment of applicable fees or charges as determined by eXtrefy from time to time.

10.2. All fees and payments made to eXtrefy are non-refundable, unless expressly stated otherwise in the terms or required under Applicable Law.

10.3. eXtrefy reserves the right to modify, revise, or update the fee structure for any Service at any time, with or without prior notice. Fee amounts may vary depending on the nature, scope, and duration of the Services, and may be influenced by factors including, but not limited to, operational costs, market conditions, regulatory requirements, and exchange rate fluctuations.

10.4. Any payment or purchase made by the User through eXtrefy may be subject to applicable taxes, duties, levies, or charges, including foreign exchange conversion fees or processing charges imposed by banks, payment service providers, or governmental authorities having jurisdiction over the User or eXtrefy. The User acknowledges that:
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11.1. Without limiting any other rights or remedies available, eXtrefy may, at its sole discretion and without prior notice, revoke, suspend, or terminate a User’s access to or use of the eXtrefy Platform or their account on any of the following grounds, including but not limited to:

11.2. Upon Deactivation, Revocation, Suspension, or Termination, the User’s profile and any Content posted by the User shall cease to be visible on the eXtrefy Platform, except in instances where such Content has been copied, stored, or re-posted/shared by other Users or third parties.

11.3. A User may request Deactivation of their account at any time by submitting a request through their account (Settings > Account > Deactivate Account) on the eXtrefy Platform. A deactivated User may reactivate their account at any time within ninety (90) days from the date of Deactivation by logging in to the eXtrefy Platform. Failure to reactivate within this period shall result in automatic Termination of the account. Once reactivated, the User cannot deactivate their account again within fifteen (15) days from the date of reactivation. 

11.4. A User may request Termination of their account at any time by submitting a request through their account (Settings > Account > Terminate Account) on the eXtrefy Platform. Upon Termination, the User’s account shall be permanently closed, deleted, and incapable of reinstatement. eXtrefy may, at its discretion and without prior notice, terminate a User’s account in the event of, including but not limited to, any violation or non-compliance with the Legal Terms of Use or Applicable Laws.  

12.1. Users agree to protect and maintain the confidentiality of any Confidential Information disclosed by another User or by eXtrefy, using a degree of care no less than that which they apply to their own confidential information, and in any event, not less than a reasonable standard of care. All Confidential Information shall be stored, handled, and safeguarded in a manner that prevents any unauthorized access, use, or disclosure.

12.2. Each User acknowledges the confidential and proprietary nature of such Confidential Information and agrees to take all reasonable measures, at their own cost and responsibility, to ensure that their Representatives do not disclose, publish, or use the Confidential Information in any manner not expressly permitted under this Agreement.

13.1. This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of India, without regard to its conflict of laws principles.

13.2. Any dispute, controversy, or claim arising out of or in connection with this Agreement, including its existence, validity, interpretation, performance, breach, or termination, shall be referred to and finally resolved by arbitration in accordance with the provisions of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996, as amended from time to time.

13.3. The seat and venue of arbitration shall be New Delhi, India. However, the parties may conduct the arbitration proceedings through video conferencing or other virtual means.

13.4. The arbitral tribunal shall consist of [one/three] arbitrator(s), appointed in accordance with the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996.

13.5. The language of arbitration shall be English, and the arbitral tribunal shall apply the substantive laws of India in resolving the dispute.

13.6. The award of the arbitrator(s) shall be final and binding upon the parties, and enforceable in any competent court of jurisdiction.
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14.1. eXtrefy reserves the right to modify, amend, or update the Legal Terms of Use, as may be necessary, to reflect changes on the Platform, its Services, or any Applicable Law. Except where otherwise required by law, Users shall be notified of any material modifications to the Legal Terms of Use for their reference.

14.2. The User’s continued access to or use of the eXtrefy Platform or its Services after the effective date of the updated Legal Terms of Use shall constitute the User’s acceptance and agreement to be bound by such revised terms.

14.3. If a User does not agree with the updated Legal Terms of Use, the User may deactivate or terminate their account and discontinue the use or access of the eXtrefy Platform and its Services. Such Deactivation/Termination shall not impose any liability on eXtrefy with respect to the lawful use or processing of the User’s Data (as defined in the Privacy Policy) prior to the withdrawal of consent.

15.1. eXtrefy may communicate with the Users through electronic means, including but not limited to email, SMS, in-app notifications, push notifications, telephone calls, website updates, or any other suitable digital medium.

15.2. Such communications may include, without limitation, information relating to account activity, Services updates, security alerts, privacy notices, updates to the Legal Terms of Use and other policies, promotional or transactional content, and notifications regarding non-compliance with the Legal Terms of Use or Applicable Laws. Consequences of such non-compliance may include, but are not limited to, Revocation of access, removal of non-compliant content, Suspension or Termination of account, or any other remedial or enforcement action deemed necessary by eXtrefy in accordance with Applicable Laws and its policies.

15.3. Any notice or communication transmitted by eXtrefy shall be deemed duly delivered once sent to the contact information or account credentials associated with the User. It shall be the sole responsibility of the User to ensure that their contact information remains accurate, current, and up to date.