Last updated: August 29, 2025

Terms of Use

Welcome to Donatuz Foundation ("Donatuz," "we," "our," or "us"). These Terms of Use ("Terms") govern your access to and use of the Donatuz applications, services, research initiatives, and related infrastructure (collectively, the "Services"). By accessing or using the Services, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, you may not use the Services.

1. Eligibility

To use the Services, you must be at least the age of majority in your jurisdiction and capable of entering into legally binding agreements. By using the Services, you represent and warrant that you meet these requirements.

2. User Accounts

Registration: To access certain features, you must create an account and provide accurate, current, and complete information.

  • Security: You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and for all activities that occur under your account.

  • Prohibited Use of Accounts: Accounts may not be sold, transferred, or shared without express written permission from Donatuz.

3. Creator Content and Intellectual Property

Ownership: Creators retain ownership of the content, data, and intellectual property ("Creator Content") they upload or generate.

  • License to Donatuz: By uploading Creator Content, you grant Donatuz a limited, revocable, non-exclusive, worldwide license to store, process, and display the content solely for the purpose of providing the Services.

  • AI and Research Usage: Any use of Creator Content for AI training, licensing, or research will require your explicit, opt-in consent.

4. Prohibited Conduct

You agree not to:

  • Use the Services for unlawful, harmful, or exploitative purposes.

  • Interfere with or disrupt the integrity, security, or availability of the Services.

  • Misrepresent your identity, impersonate others, or infringe upon intellectual property rights.

  • Circumvent security features, rate limits, or technical restrictions.

5. Payments and Fees

Take Rate: Donatuz charges a transparent 12% fee on creator revenue streams.

  • Third-Party Processors: Payments are facilitated via third-party providers such as Stripe and USDC rails. Use of these services may be subject to additional terms and policies.

  • Refunds: Refunds, where applicable, are governed by the refund policies of the respective payment processors.

6. Data Rights and Privacy

Your privacy rights are outlined in our Privacy Policy. By using the Services, you consent to the collection, use, and disclosure of data in accordance with that policy.

7. Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts or access to the Services at our discretion, including in cases of:

  • Breach of these Terms.

  • Violation of laws or regulations.

  • Activities that compromise the integrity or safety of the platform.

Upon termination, licenses granted to Donatuz immediately cease, but rights of ownership and accrued obligations remain in effect.

8. Disclaimers

The Services are provided on an "AS IS" and "AS AVAILABLE" basis. To the fullest extent permitted by law:

  • Donatuz disclaims all warranties, express or implied, including merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement.

  • We do not warrant that the Services will be uninterrupted, error-free, or secure.

9. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law:

  • Donatuz shall not be liable for indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages.

  • Total liability for claims arising under these Terms shall not exceed the greater of: (a) the fees paid by you to Donatuz in the 12 months preceding the claim, or (b) $100 USD.

10. Indemnification

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless Donatuz, its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, and partners from any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, or expenses (including legal fees) arising from:

  • Your use of the Services.

  • Your violation of these Terms.

  • Your infringement of third-party rights.

11. Amendments

Donatuz reserves the right to amend these Terms at any time. Substantive changes will be communicated via the Services, direct communication, or public logs. Continued use of the Services after such changes constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

12. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed under the laws applicable in [Insert Jurisdiction], without regard to its conflict of law principles.

13. Contact Information

For questions, clarifications, or requests regarding these Terms:

📩 Email: legal@donatuz.org
🌐 Website: donatuz.org
🐦 Community: x.com/donatuz_

Closing Statement

These Terms are not boilerplate—they are a covenant. Donatuz is designed to empower creators with transparency, fairness, and integrity. By choosing to engage with our Services, you acknowledge this covenant and agree to uphold your side of it.