Terms of Service

Last updated: 2025-08-05

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using Gatheround ("the Service"), 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.

2. Description of Service

Gatheround is an event management platform that allows users to create, manage, and participate in events. The Service includes social authentication through Twitter to provide a seamless user experience.

3. User Accounts and Registration

3.1 Account Creation

  • You may create an account using your Twitter credentials through our OAuth integration
  • You must provide accurate, current, and complete information during registration
  • You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials

3.2 Twitter Authentication

  • Our Service integrates with Twitter's OAuth 2.0 for user authentication
  • By using Twitter login, you authorize us to access your basic Twitter profile information
  • We only access the minimum required data: your Twitter username, display name, and email address
  • You can revoke our access to your Twitter account at any time through your Twitter settings

3.3 Account Responsibilities

  • You are responsible for all activities that occur under your account
  • You must notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account
  • You may not share your account credentials with others

4. Acceptable Use

4.1 Permitted Uses

  • Creating and managing events
  • Participating in events as an attendee
  • Sharing event information with other users
  • Using the Service in accordance with these Terms

4.2 Prohibited Uses

You agree not to:

  • Use the Service for any illegal or unauthorized purpose
  • Violate any applicable laws or regulations
  • Infringe upon the rights of others
  • Create events that promote hate speech, violence, or illegal activities
  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the Service or other users' accounts
  • Use the Service to spam or send unsolicited communications
  • Interfere with or disrupt the Service or servers

5. Privacy and Data Protection

5.1 Data Collection

We collect and process personal data as described in our Privacy Policy, including:

  • Information provided during account creation
  • Twitter profile data (username, display name, email)
  • Event-related data and interactions
  • Usage analytics and technical information

5.2 Data Processing

  • We process your data in accordance with our Privacy Policy
  • We implement appropriate security measures to protect your information
  • We do not sell your personal data to third parties

6. Intellectual Property

6.1 Our Rights

  • The Service and its original content, features, and functionality are owned by us
  • All trademarks, service marks, and trade names are our property

6.2 Your Content

  • You retain ownership of content you create and share
  • By posting content, you grant us a license to display and distribute it through the Service
  • You are responsible for ensuring you have the right to share any content you post

7. Third-Party Services

7.1 Twitter Integration

  • Our Service integrates with Twitter's OAuth 2.0 for user authentication
  • Twitter's own terms of service and privacy policy apply to your use of Twitter
  • We are not responsible for Twitter's services or policies

7.2 Other Third-Party Services

  • We may use other third-party services to provide the Service
  • These services have their own terms and privacy policies

8. Disclaimers and Limitations

8.1 Service Availability

  • We strive to maintain high availability but do not guarantee uninterrupted service
  • We may temporarily suspend the Service for maintenance or updates

8.2 Limitation of Liability

  • We provide the Service "as is" without warranties
  • We are not liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages
  • Our total liability is limited to the amount you paid for the Service in the past 12 months

9. Termination

9.1 Account Termination

  • You may terminate your account at any time
  • We may terminate your account for violations of these Terms
  • Upon termination, your data will be deleted in accordance with our Privacy Policy

9.2 Service Termination

  • We may discontinue the Service with reasonable notice
  • We will provide advance notice of any significant changes

10. Changes to Terms

  • We may update these Terms from time to time
  • We will notify you of significant changes via email or in-app notification
  • Continued use of the Service constitutes acceptance of updated Terms

11. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of Norway. Any disputes will be resolved in the courts of Sør-Rogaland tingrett.

12. Contact Information

For questions about these Terms, please contact us at:

13. Severability

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

Effective Date: 2025-08-05