Terms and Conditions

Effective Date: December 16, 2025

1. Acceptance of Terms

These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your access to and use of the Soorse mobile application, website, and related services (collectively, the "Platform"), operated by Soorse, Inc. ("Soorse," "we," "us," or "our").

By accessing or using the Platform, you agree to these Terms, our Privacy Policy, and any applicable addenda incorporated by reference, including the Group Admin Addendum and Nonprofit & Revenue Share Disclosure.

2. Eligibility

You must:

  • Be at least 18 years old, or
  • Be 13 years or older with parental consent, where permitted by law

By using the Platform, you represent that you have the legal authority to enter into these Terms.

3. Accounts & Registration

You agree to:

  • Provide accurate and complete information
  • Maintain the confidentiality of your credentials
  • Accept responsibility for all activity under your account

Soorse is not responsible for unauthorized access caused by user negligence.

4. Platform Description

Soorse is a professional, group-based engagement platform that enables:

  • Individuals to join and participate in groups
  • Group Admins to manage members, content, and events
  • Optional paid subscriptions
  • Revenue sharing with eligible groups, including nonprofit organizations

Soorse does not guarantee networking success, fundraising results, professional outcomes, or revenue levels.

5. Subscriptions, Payments & Billing

A. Subscriptions

Certain features require a paid subscription. Pricing and features are disclosed prior to purchase.

  • Subscriptions automatically renew unless canceled
  • Payments are processed by third-party providers (e.g., Stripe)
  • Fees are non-refundable except as required by law

B. Payment Processing

Soorse does not store full payment credentials. All transactions are handled by third-party processors under their own terms and privacy policies.

6. Acceptable Use

You agree not to:

  • Violate laws or regulations
  • Misrepresent identity or authority
  • Harass, abuse, or exploit others
  • Submit false or misleading information
  • Interfere with Platform security or functionality
  • Scrape, reverse engineer, or misuse Platform data

We reserve the right to remove content or restrict access at our discretion.

7. User Content

You retain ownership of content you submit ("User Content").

By submitting content, you grant Soorse a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free license to host, display, distribute, and use such content solely to operate and improve the Platform.

You represent that you have all rights necessary to submit the content.

8. Intellectual Property

All Platform software, branding, and proprietary materials are owned by Soorse or its licensors.

You may not copy, modify, distribute, or exploit Platform materials without written permission.

9. Account Suspension & Termination

Soorse may suspend or terminate access if we reasonably believe you:

  • Violated these Terms
  • Engaged in fraud, abuse, or misrepresentation
  • Created legal, compliance, or security risk

Users may terminate accounts at any time. Certain data may be retained as required by law.

10. DISCLAIMERS

THE PLATFORM IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE."

SOORSE DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES, INCLUDING MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT.

11. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, SOORSE SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.

SOORSE'S TOTAL LIABILITY SHALL NOT EXCEED THE AMOUNT PAID BY YOU TO SOORSE IN THE 12 MONTHS PRECEDING THE CLAIM.

12. INDEMNIFICATION

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Soorse from claims arising out of:

  • Your use of the Platform
  • Your content or conduct
  • Your violation of these Terms or applicable law

13. Governing Law & Venue

These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Texas.

Exclusive venue lies in state or federal courts located in Texas.


GROUP ADMIN ADDENDUM

(Applies Only to Users Acting as Group Admins)

By creating, managing, or administering a group on Soorse, you agree to the following additional terms:

A. Authority & Representation

You represent that you have authority to act on behalf of the group or organization and to bind it to these Terms.

B. Member Data Responsibilities

You agree to:

  • Access member data solely for legitimate group purposes
  • Not sell, misuse, or improperly disclose member information
  • Comply with all applicable privacy and data protection laws

C. Content & Communications

You are responsible for:

  • Accuracy of group information
  • Lawful and appropriate content
  • Communications sent to members through the Platform

D. Compliance

Admins of nonprofit or regulated organizations are solely responsible for compliance with:

  • IRS and state nonprofit rules
  • Fundraising and solicitation laws
  • Reporting and disclosure obligations

Soorse does not supervise or audit group compliance.


NONPROFIT & REVENUE SHARE DISCLOSURE

A. Platform Role

Soorse is a technology platform, not a charity, fundraising intermediary, donor-advised fund, or tax advisor.

B. Revenue Sharing Structure

Eligible groups may receive a portion of subscription revenue based on:

  • User engagement
  • Group participation
  • Platform-defined allocation rules

Revenue share formulas, thresholds, and timing may change at Soorse's discretion.

C. Verification Requirements

To receive payouts, groups may be required to:

  • Complete identity verification
  • Provide EIN or organizational documentation
  • Maintain an active third-party payment account (e.g., Stripe)

Failure to complete verification may delay or prevent payouts.

D. No Tax Advice

Soorse does not provide tax advice. Users and groups are solely responsible for determining:

  • Tax deductibility
  • Reporting obligations
  • Compliance with applicable laws

E. No Guarantee of Funds

Soorse makes no guarantees regarding:

  • Amount of funds received
  • Frequency or timing of payouts
  • Continued eligibility for revenue sharing

14. Changes to Terms

We may modify these Terms, including addenda, from time to time. Material changes will be communicated via the Platform or email.

Continued use constitutes acceptance.

15. Contact Information

Soorse, Inc.
Texas, United States
📧 dev@soorse.com
🌐 www.soorse.com