Terms of Service

Simple, FairTerms of Service

Clear guidelines for using Crootly to create meaningful private events. We keep it simple and straightforward.

Last updated: December 1, 2024

Service Overview

  • Crootly provides a platform for creating and managing invitation-only private events
  • Our service uses referral codes to control event access and manage guest lists
  • The platform is designed for personal, non-commercial private events
  • We reserve the right to modify or discontinue features with reasonable notice
  • Your use of the service constitutes acceptance of these terms

User Responsibilities

  • You must provide accurate information when creating your account
  • You are responsible for maintaining the security of your account credentials
  • You must not use the service for illegal, harmful, or commercial purposes
  • You are solely responsible for the content of your events and guest communications
  • You must respect the privacy and personal information of your guests

Privacy and Data

  • Your personal information is protected according to our Privacy Policy
  • Event data belongs to you and can be exported or deleted at any time
  • We do not sell or share your personal information with third parties
  • Guest information should only be collected with proper consent
  • We implement security measures to protect your data from unauthorized access

Service Limitations

  • The service is provided 'as is' without warranties of any kind
  • We are not liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages
  • Service availability may be affected by maintenance, updates, or technical issues
  • We do not guarantee the service will meet all your specific requirements
  • Maximum liability is limited to the amount paid for the service in the past 12 months

Key Terms & Conditions

The essential terms you need to know when using our platform

Account Creation

You must be at least 18 years old to create an account. One account per person.

Event Content

You are responsible for all content in your events. No illegal or harmful content allowed.

Referral Codes

Referral codes are for your invited guests only. Sharing publicly may result in account suspension.

Payment Terms

All payments are processed securely. Refunds are subject to our refund policy.

Account Termination

Either party may terminate the account. Your data will be retained for 30 days after termination.

Intellectual Property

You retain rights to your content. We retain rights to the platform and our technology.

Acceptable Use Policy

Crootly is designed for personal, private events. Prohibited uses include:

  • • Commercial events or business promotions
  • • Public events or events open to the general public
  • • Events promoting illegal activities or hate speech
  • • Spam, harassment, or unwanted communications
  • • Attempting to reverse engineer or compromise the platform

Changes to These Terms

We may update these terms from time to time:

  • • We'll notify you of significant changes via email
  • • Minor updates will be posted on this page with a new date
  • • Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance
  • • You can always export your data if you disagree with changes

Governing Law

These terms are governed by the laws of California, United States. Any disputes will be resolved through:

  • • First, direct communication to resolve issues amicably
  • • Mediation, if direct communication is unsuccessful
  • • Arbitration as a last resort