StartupBuddy – Terms & Conditions
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Welcome to StartupBuddy (“StartupBuddy,” “we,” “our,” or “us”).
By accessing or using our website, platform, templates, documents,
tools, DataRoom, videos, or any services (“Services”), you agree to
these Terms & Conditions (“Terms”). If you do not agree, do not
use our Services.
1. Description of Services
StartupBuddy provides educational content, due diligence templates,
investor-readiness tools, guided videos, checklists, DataRoom
organization, coaching, and support designed to help founders prepare
for investment and fundraising. StartupBuddy is not
a law firm, accounting firm, broker-dealer, investment bank, or
financial advisor. Nothing in our Services should be interpreted as:
- >Legal advice
- >Financial advice
- >Tax advice
- >Professional securities or investment recommendations
- >A guarantee of fundraising or investment success
You agree to consult your own licensed attorneys, accountants,
and financial professionals regarding any legal or financial matters.
2. No Guarantee of Funding
StartupBuddy makes no guarantees regarding:
- >Fundraising success
- >Investor responses
- >Acceptance into accelerators
- >SEC compliance outcomes
- >Legal or regulatory approvals
- >Results from outreach or introductions
All decisions by investors, platforms, accelerators, or regulators are
outside our control.
3. User Responsibilities
By using our Services, you agree that:
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You are responsible for all decisions related to your business,
legal compliance, filings, and fundraising.
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You will not rely solely on StartupBuddy materials for legal
or financial decisions.
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Any documents we provide (templates, drafts, DataRoom materials)
must be customized and reviewed by your own attorney or CPA.
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You are responsible for maintaining accurate information
in your DataRoom.
4. Payment Terms
All prices listed on the website are in USD unless stated otherwise.
4.1 Refunds
All purchases are non-refundable, including DIY Programs,
Concierge Services, Investor-Ready Packages, and 90-Day Fundraising Programs.
4.2 Installment Plans
If you choose to pay by installments, you agree to:
- >Complete all scheduled payments
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Allow StartupBuddy to charge your payment method according to
the plan
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Remain liable for the full program price regardless of usage or completion
4.3 No Chargebacks
Chargebacks or payment disputes are strictly prohibited.
You agree to resolve billing concerns directly with StartupBuddy.
5. Intellectual Property
All content, templates, documents, videos, training material,
frameworks, systems, worksheets, checklists, branding, and
written content are the exclusive property of StartupBuddy. You may not:
- >Sell, share, resell, reproduce, or distribute our materials
- >Publish our content publicly
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Provide access to other individuals, consultants, or competing services
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Use our materials to build your own competing product or platform
A license to use StartupBuddy content is granted only to the paid customer,
and solely for internal business use.
6. Restrictions & Acceptable Use
You agree not to:
- >Interfere with the operation of the StartupBuddy platform
- >Attempt to access data that is not yours
- >Misrepresent your identity or business
- >Use the Services for unlawful fundraising or solicitation
- >Upload harmful, malicious, or copyrighted content without permission
7. Confidentiality
StartupBuddy maintains the confidentiality of client-uploaded materials
within reasonable industry standards. However, StartupBuddy is
not responsible for:
- > Data loss
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Accidental disclosures caused by third-party platforms
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Unauthorized access resulting from user action, weak passwords,
or outside breaches
Users are responsible for backing up their data.
8. Third-Party Platforms
StartupBuddy integrates with or references certain third-party services
(e.g., Google Drive, Zoom, Stripe, email platforms, investor platforms).
These third parties operate under their own terms and privacy policies,
which you agree to independently. StartupBuddy is not liable for any issues arising from third-party systems.
9. Limitation of Liability
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW:
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StartupBuddy shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental,
consequential, special, punitive, or exemplary damages.
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This includes, but is not limited to, loss of revenue, profits,
opportunities, customers, data, business reputation, or investor interest.
Total Liability Cap
StartupBuddy’s total liability for any claim shall
not exceed the total amount you paid for the specific Service
that gave rise to the claim. If you paid $995, $1,995, $2,995, $4,995, or any other amount, that amount is the total maximum liability. You expressly agree that this limitation is fair and reasonable given
the nature of the Services.
10. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless StartupBuddy, its owners,
employees, contractors, and agents from any claims, liabilities, damages,
losses, or expenses (including legal fees) arising from:
- >Your use or misuse of the Services
- >Your fundraising activities
- >Your SEC filings or lack thereof
- >Your legal or financial decisions
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Any misrepresentation, omission, or inaccurate information provided by you
- >Any breach of these Terms
11. No Attorney-Client or Fiduciary Relationship
Using StartupBuddy’s Services does not create an attorney-client,
accountant-client, or fiduciary relationship. You remain solely
responsible for your business, compliance, and filings.
12. Termination
StartupBuddy may suspend or terminate access to Services for:
- >Violation of these Terms
- >Misuse of intellectual property
- >Abuse of staff
- >Chargebacks or non-payment
- >Fraudulent, unethical, or illegal fundraising
No refunds will be provided for terminated accounts.
13. Changes to Terms
StartupBuddy may modify these Terms at any time.
Continued use of the Services constitutes acceptance of updated Terms.
14. Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of the
State of California, without regard to conflict-of-law
principles. Any disputes shall be resolved exclusively in the state or
federal courts located in California.
15. Contact Information
For questions about these Terms, email us at:
buddy@startupbuddy.net