Terms of Service

Welcome to Standard Unions, an online social network for business and work. By accessing or using our platform you agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, you must not use the Website.

1. Overview of Services

Standard Unions is a professional networking platform designed to facilitate business connections, foster professional relationships, and promote work-related opportunities. Our mission is to make business and professional networking more accessible and efficient. The platform enables users, including companies, respectable employees, trade workers, and unions, to create profiles, share work-related updates, and utilize the Poster Board feature for advertising and job postings.

Through our services, users can:

• Network with other professionals and organizations.
• Advertise work-related opportunities through the Poster Board.
• Maintain a professional online presence to enhance business and career growth.

2. Eligibility and Account Requirements

2.1 Resume Submission: To maintain the integrity and prestige of our platform, all users are required to submit a resume during the account creation process. Each submission will undergo a review to determine eligibility. Standard Unions reserves the right to approve or deny applications at its sole discretion.

2.2 Age Requirement: Users must be at least 18 years old to access the Website and its services.

2.3 Account Information: Users must provide accurate, current, and complete information during registration. You are responsible for updating your information as necessary to ensure its accuracy. Failure to provide accurate information may result in account suspension or termination.

2.4 Account Security: You are solely responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials, including your password. Notify Standard Unions immediately if you suspect any unauthorized use of your account.

3. Prohibited Conduct

To uphold the professional standards of Standard Unions, users must adhere to the following guidelines:

3.1 Content Restrictions:

• Posting content related to entertainment, such as sports or products intended solely for amusement, is prohibited.
• Sharing graphic material, including but not limited to gore or pornographic content, is strictly forbidden.

3.2 Behavioral Expectations:

• Users must conduct themselves in a respectful and professional manner at all times.
• Any behavior that damages the honor or respectability of Standard Unions or its users is prohibited.
• Spamming, unauthorized advertising, and soliciting are not allowed.

3.3 Compliance with Laws: Users must comply with all applicable local, state, national, and international laws while using the Website.

Violations of these rules may result in account suspension or permanent termination, at Standard Unions’ sole discretion.

4. User Responsibilities

4.1 Respectability: Users are expected to uphold the professional standards and reputation of the platform. This includes refraining from posting content or engaging in activities that undermine the platform’s purpose.

4.2 Content Ownership: Users retain ownership of the content they post but grant Standard Unions a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide license to use, distribute, and display such content as necessary to operate the platform.

4.3 Third-Party Rights: Users are responsible for ensuring that their content does not infringe upon the rights of any third parties, including intellectual property rights.

5. Payment Terms

5.1 Poster Board Advertising: The Poster Board feature allows users to post advertisements and job opportunities visible to other users. Payments for these advertisements are processed through Stripe. By using this feature, you agree to Stripe’s terms and conditions.

5.2 Fees and Refunds: All fees associated with the Poster Board or other paid services are non-refundable unless otherwise specified. Standard Unions reserves the right to modify pricing at any time, with prior notice to users.

5.3 Taxes: Users are responsible for paying any applicable taxes associated with their transactions on the platform.

6. Data Collection and Privacy

6.1 Collected Data: Standard Unions collects the following information during registration:

• Email address
• Password
• Resume submitted upon joining

6.2 Use of Data: The collected information is used solely for account verification and to maintain the integrity of the platform. Standard Unions does not sell or share user data with third parties for marketing purposes.

6.3 Privacy Practices: By using the Website, you agree to our data collection practices as outlined in our Privacy Policy. If you have concerns about your data, please contact us at [Insert Contact Email].

7. Termination of Accounts

7.1 Grounds for Termination: Standard Unions may suspend or terminate your account for:

• Violating the platform’s rules, including posting prohibited content.
• Engaging in behavior that undermines the Website’s professional reputation.
• Providing false or misleading information during registration or use of the platform.

7.2 Notification: In most cases, users will receive a warning prior to termination. However, Standard Unions reserves the right to terminate accounts without prior notice in cases of severe violations.

7.3 Effect of Termination: Upon termination, users lose access to their accounts and any associated content. Standard Unions is not obligated to retain or provide access to terminated accounts.

8. Intellectual Property

8.1 Platform Ownership: All content, features, and functionality of the Website, including text, graphics, logos, and software, are the property of Standard Unions or its licensors and are protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

8.2 Limited License: Users are granted a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and use the Website for its intended purpose. Unauthorized use of the Website’s content is prohibited.

9. Dispute Resolution and Governing Law

9.1 Preferred Jurisdiction: Disputes arising from these Terms will first be addressed through direct communication with Standard Unions. If unresolved, disputes will be governed by the laws of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.

9.2 Legal Actions: Any legal actions or proceedings must be brought in the courts located in Massachusetts. Users consent to the jurisdiction of these courts.

10. Modifications to Terms

Standard Unions reserves the right to modify these Terms at any time. Users will be notified of significant changes via email or through notices on the Website. Continued use of the platform after modifications constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.

11. Liability and Indemnity

11.1 Limitation of Liability Standard Unions and its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, and agents shall not be held liable for any indirect, incidental, consequential, special, punitive, or exemplary damages arising out of or in connection with:

• The use or inability to use the platform;
• Unauthorized access to or alteration of your data;
• Any content or conduct of third parties on the platform;
• Any decisions or actions you take based on content or information available on the platform;
• Technical issues, downtime, or errors.

To the maximum extent permitted by law, our total liability to you for any claim arising out of or relating to these Terms or the platform shall not exceed the amount you paid us in the 12 months preceding the claim or $100, whichever is greater.

11.2 Indemnity You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Standard Unions, its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, and agents from and against any and all claims, damages, losses, liabilities, costs, and expenses (including reasonable attorney fees) arising out of or related to:

• Your violation of these Terms of Service;
• Your use or misuse of the platform;
• Any content you submit, post, or share on the platform;
• Your violation of any applicable law or regulation;
• Any disputes between you and other users of the platform.

11.3 No Warranties The platform is provided on an “as-is” and “as-available” basis without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. Standard Unions disclaims all warranties, including but not limited to:

• Fitness for a particular purpose;
• Non-infringement;
• Accuracy and reliability of information on the platform.

Users assume all risks associated with their use of the platform and are solely responsible for any outcomes or consequences

12. Contact Information

If you have questions or concerns about these Terms, please contact us at [email protected]

By signing up for or using Standard Unions, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to these Terms of Service.