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Terms of service

Last Updated: November 4, 2024

Welcome to Speak with Native. By accessing or using our platform at , you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. Please read these terms carefully.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By creating an account or using any part of Speak with Native, you agree to comply with and be legally bound by these Terms of Service, as well as our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use our platform.

2. Description of Service

Speak with Native is a language exchange platform that connects users worldwide for language learning. We provide tools to help users filter potential language partners by language proficiency, location, and interests, along with features for messaging, following, testimonials, reporting/blocking, and profile customization.

3. Account Registration
  • Eligibility: You must be at least 13 years old to create an account. By registering, you confirm that the information provided is accurate and that you will keep it updated.
  • Profile Information: You agree to provide accurate details about your native language, languages you are learning, location, and interests. This information will be used to connect you with relevant language partners.
  • Account Security: You are responsible for maintaining the security of your account and for all activities that occur under your account.
4. User Conduct

You agree to use Speak with Native in a respectful, lawful manner. Prohibited conduct includes, but is not limited to:

  • Harassment and Abuse: Engaging in harassment, abuse, or any behavior that disrupts the experience of other members.
  • Inappropriate Content: Sharing inappropriate, illegal, or offensive content on your profile, in messages, or through testimonials.
  • Misrepresentation: Providing false information about your identity, language skills, or other aspects of your profile.
  • Unauthorized Access: Attempting to access another user’s account or any part of Speak with Native for which you do not have authorization.

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate these terms.

5. User-Generated Content

Users may contribute content, including profile information, messages, testimonials, and reviews. By submitting content, you grant Speak with Native a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free license to use, display, and distribute your content on the platform.

You are responsible for ensuring that your content does not violate any third-party rights or applicable laws.

6. Privacy and Data Usage

Your privacy is important to us. Please refer to our Privacy Policy for information on how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.

7. Service Modifications

We may modify or discontinue any part of Speak with Native at any time, with or without notice. This includes adding, removing, or altering features to enhance user experience.

8. Third-Party Services

Speak with Native integrates with third-party services, such as Google Analytics and Amazon Web Services (AWS), to improve functionality, ensure security, and enhance performance. We do not control these third-party services, and their use is governed by their respective terms and privacy policies.

9. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Speak with Native and its affiliates, directors, employees, and agents will not be liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages resulting from:

  • Your use of or inability to use the platform.
  • Unauthorized access to your account.
  • Errors, bugs, or interruptions in the platform.
10. Governing Law

These Terms of Service are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Austria. You agree to submit to the jurisdiction of the courts of Austria to resolve any disputes arising out of or related to your use of the platform.

11. Changes to Terms

We may update these Terms of Service from time to time. If we make significant changes, we will notify you through the platform or via email. Continued use of Speak with Native after any changes to these terms constitutes your acceptance of the updated terms.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about these Terms of Service, please contact us at contact@speakwithnative.com.