Terms of Service
Last updated: December 2023
1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing and using GETSIDEKICKS ("the Service", "Platform", "we", "us", or "our"), you accept and agree to be bound by the terms and provision of this agreement. If you do not agree to abide by the above, please do not use this service.
These Terms of Service constitute a legally binding agreement between you and GETSIDEKICKS. Your use of the Platform constitutes your acceptance of these terms.
2. Description of Service
GETSIDEKICKS is an online platform that connects families seeking childcare services with qualified caregivers. We facilitate connections between parents and caregivers but do not provide childcare services directly.
The Platform includes features such as profile creation, messaging, scheduling, payment processing, and background check coordination. We may modify or discontinue any aspect of the Service at any time.
3. User Accounts and Registration
To use certain features of the Service, you must register for an account. When you register, you agree to:
- Provide accurate, current, and complete information
- Maintain and update your information to keep it accurate
- Keep your password secure and confidential
- Accept all risks of unauthorized access to your account
- Notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account
You are responsible for all activities that occur under your account. You may only create one account and must be at least 18 years old to register.
4. User Conduct and Responsibilities
You agree to use the Service only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. You agree not to:
- Violate any applicable laws or regulations
- Impersonate any person or entity or misrepresent your affiliation
- Upload false, misleading, or harmful content
- Harass, abuse, or harm other users
- Transmit viruses, malware, or other harmful code
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the Platform
- Use the Service for commercial purposes without authorization
- Post content that is illegal, offensive, or violates intellectual property rights
5. Background Checks and Safety
We may facilitate background checks for caregivers, but we do not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of such checks. You acknowledge that:
- Background checks may not reveal all relevant information
- We are not responsible for verifying the identity or qualifications of users
- You are solely responsible for evaluating potential caregivers
- We recommend conducting your own due diligence before hiring any caregiver
Parents remain ultimately responsible for the safety and supervision of their children.
6. Payment Terms
Payment processing is handled through our third-party payment processors. By using our payment services, you agree to:
- Pay all applicable fees and charges
- Provide accurate payment information
- Comply with the terms of our payment processors
- Pay caregivers promptly for services rendered
We may charge service fees for facilitating payments and other services. All fees are non-refundable unless otherwise specified.
7. Privacy and Data Protection
Your privacy is important to us. Please review our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use, and protect your information. By using the Service, you consent to the collection and use of your information as outlined in our Privacy Policy.
8. Intellectual Property
The Service and its original content, features, and functionality are owned by GETSIDEKICKS and are protected by international copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.
By posting content on the Platform, you grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide license to use, display, and distribute your content in connection with the Service.
9. Disclaimers and Limitation of Liability
DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES:
THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND. WE DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT.
LIMITATION OF LIABILITY:
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, GETSIDEKICKS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, INCLUDING LOSS OF PROFITS, DATA, OR USE, ARISING OUT OF YOUR USE OF THE SERVICE.
10. Indemnification
You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless GETSIDEKICKS and its officers, directors, employees, and agents from and against any claims, damages, obligations, losses, liabilities, costs, or debt arising from your use of the Service or violation of these Terms.
11. Termination
We may terminate or suspend your account and access to the Service immediately, without prior notice or liability, for any reason, including if you breach these Terms.
You may terminate your account at any time by contacting us. Upon termination, your right to use the Service will cease immediately.
12. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution
These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of [State/Jurisdiction], without regard to its conflict of law principles.
Any disputes arising under these Terms shall be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association.
13. Changes to Terms
We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will notify users of any material changes by posting the new Terms on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. Your continued use of the Service after any modifications constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.
14. Contact Information
If you have any questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us:
- Email: support@getsidekicks.co
- Phone: (757) 529-8379
- Data Protection Officer: support@getsidekicks.co