Terms of Service

Terms of Service for DiasporaLink

Last updated: August 25, 2025

1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing and using DiasporaLink ("the Service") at app.diasporalink.ch, you accept and agree to be bound by the terms and provision of this agreement. If you do not agree to these Terms of Service, please do not use our service.

2. Description of Service
DiasporaLink is a platform designed to connect diaspora communities worldwide. Our service allows users to:

Create profiles and connect with other diaspora community members
Share experiences, stories, and cultural content
Participate in community discussions and events
Access resources relevant to diaspora communities

3. User Accounts

Account Creation

You must provide accurate and complete information when creating an account
You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials
You must be at least 13 years old to create an account
One account per person is permitted

Account Security
You are responsible for all activities that occur under your account
Notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account
We are not liable for any loss or damage from unauthorized account access

4. User Conduct

Acceptable Use

You agree to use DiasporaLink only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms.

You agree not to:
Violate any applicable laws or regulations
Harass, abuse, or harm other users
Post discriminatory, hateful, or offensive content
Share false, misleading, or deceptive information
Violate the privacy rights of others
Spam or send unsolicited communications
Upload malicious code or viruses
Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems

Content Guidelines
Keep content respectful and culturally sensitive
Respect intellectual property rights
Do not share personal information of others without consent
Report inappropriate content or behavior

5. Content and Intellectual Property
Your Content

You retain ownership of content you post on DiasporaLink
By posting content, you grant us a license to use, display, and distribute it on our platform
You are responsible for ensuring you have rights to any content you share
We may remove content that violates these terms

Our Content
DiasporaLink's design, features, and functionality are owned by us
You may not copy, modify, or distribute our proprietary content
Our trademarks and logos may not be used without permission

6. Privacy and Data
Your privacy is important to us. Our collection and use of personal information is governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference.

7. Community Guidelines
Respect and Inclusion
Treat all community members with respect
Celebrate diversity and cultural differences
Be inclusive and welcoming to newcomers
Help maintain a positive community environment

Cultural Sensitivity
Be mindful of cultural differences and perspectives
Avoid stereotypes or generalizations
Respect religious and cultural practices
Foster understanding and dialogue

8. Prohibited Activities
The following activities are strictly prohibited:
Creating fake profiles or impersonating others
Commercial spam or unauthorized advertising
Collecting user data for external purposes
Interfering with the platform's functionality
Circumventing security measures

9. Termination
By You
You may delete your account at any time through your account settingsTermination does not relieve you of obligations incurred before termination

By Us
We may suspend or terminate your account if you:
Violate these Terms of Service
Engage in harmful or illegal activities
Create security risks for our platform or users
Repeatedly receive community reports

10. Disclaimers and Limitations
Service Availability
DiasporaLink is provided "as is" without warranties
We do not guarantee uninterrupted or error-free service
We may modify or discontinue features at any time

Limitation of Liability
We are not liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages
Our total liability is limited to the amount you've paid us (if any)
We are not responsible for user-generated content or third-party actions

11. Third-Party Services
DiasporaLink integrates with third-party services including:
Google Services (for authentication)
Supabase (for backend services)
Your use of these services is subject to their respective terms and policies

12. Changes to Terms
We may update these Terms of Service from time to time. We will:
Post the updated terms on this page
Update the "Last updated" date
Notify users of material changes via email or platform notification
Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance

13. Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of Switzerland, without regard to conflict of law principles. Any disputes will be resolved in the courts of canton of Zurich.

14. Contact Information
If you have questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us:

Email: info@quadstudio.ch
Address: Mühlackerstrasse 111, 8046 Zürich, Switzerland
Website: www.diasporalink.ch.

15.Severability
If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.

16. Entire Agreement
These Terms of Service, together with our Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and DiasporaLink regarding your use of the service.

By using DiasporaLink, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service.