Terms & Conditions

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using Alpha-gal Club ("the Platform," "we," "us," or "our"), you accept and agree to be bound by these Terms & Conditions. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use our Platform. We reserve the right to modify these terms at any time, and your continued use of the Platform constitutes acceptance of any changes.

2. Description of Service

Alpha-gal Club is a community platform designed to connect individuals affected by Alpha-gal syndrome. Our Platform provides:

• A social network for sharing experiences and connecting with others
• Recipe sharing and discovery features
• Restaurant recommendations and reviews
• Discussion forums and messaging capabilities
• Educational content and resources

3. User Accounts

3.1 Account Creation

To use certain features of the Platform, you must create an account. You agree to:

• Provide accurate, current, and complete information
• Maintain and update your information as necessary
• Maintain the security of your account credentials
• Accept responsibility for all activities under your account
• Be at least 13 years of age (or the age of majority in your jurisdiction)

3.2 Account Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your account at any time, with or without notice, for violation of these Terms or for any other reason we deem necessary to protect the Platform and its users.

4. User Conduct and Content

4.1 Acceptable Use

You agree to use the Platform only for lawful purposes and in a way that does not infringe the rights of others. You agree NOT to:

• Post false, misleading, or defamatory content
• Harass, threaten, or harm other users
• Post spam, advertisements, or unsolicited commercial content
• Violate any applicable laws or regulations
• Impersonate any person or entity
• Upload malicious code, viruses, or harmful software
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the Platform
• Interfere with or disrupt the Platform's operation

4.2 User-Generated Content

You retain ownership of content you post on the Platform. However, by posting content, you grant us a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to:

• Use, reproduce, and display your content on the Platform
• Modify your content as necessary for technical purposes
• Distribute your content to other users of the Platform

You represent and warrant that you have the right to post all content you submit and that it does not violate any third-party rights.

5. Medical and Health Information Disclaimer

IMPORTANT: Alpha-gal Club is a community platform and does not provide medical advice. All content shared on the Platform, including recipes, restaurant recommendations, and personal experiences, is for informational purposes only.

• Always consult with qualified healthcare professionals before making medical decisions
• Recipe and restaurant information may not be suitable for all individuals
• Cross-contamination risks exist in all food preparation environments
• Individual reactions to Alpha-gal can vary significantly
• We are not responsible for any adverse reactions or health issues resulting from information shared on the Platform

6. Intellectual Property

The Platform and its original content, features, and functionality are owned by Alpha-gal Club and are protected by international copyright, trademark, patent, trade secret, and other intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or create derivative works of our Platform without our express written permission.

7. Privacy

Your use of the Platform is also governed by our Privacy Policy. Please review our Privacy Policy to understand how we collect, use, and protect your information.

8. Disclaimers and Limitation of Liability

8.1 Platform Availability

We strive to provide a reliable Platform but do not guarantee uninterrupted, error-free, or secure access. The Platform is provided "as is" and "as available" without warranties of any kind.

8.2 Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, Alpha-gal Club shall not be liable for:

• Any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages
• Loss of profits, data, or other intangible losses
• Any harm resulting from user-generated content
• Any health issues or adverse reactions from information shared on the Platform
• Any unauthorized access to or use of your account

9. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Alpha-gal Club, its officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, and expenses (including legal fees) arising out of your use of the Platform, violation of these Terms, or infringement of any rights of another party.

10. Modifications to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms & Conditions at any time. We will notify users of significant changes by posting the updated terms on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. Your continued use of the Platform after such modifications constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.

11. Termination

We may terminate or suspend your account and access to the Platform immediately, without prior notice, for any reason, including breach of these Terms. Upon termination, your right to use the Platform will cease immediately, though some provisions of these Terms will survive termination.

12. Governing Law

These Terms & Conditions shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the jurisdiction in which Alpha-gal Club operates, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

13. Dispute Resolution

Any disputes arising out of or relating to these Terms or the Platform shall be resolved through good faith negotiations. If a resolution cannot be reached, disputes may be subject to binding arbitration or resolved in the appropriate courts.

14. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision shall be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary, and the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

15. Contact Information

If you have any questions about these Terms & Conditions, please contact us through your account settings or by using the contact information available on our Platform.