Terms of Service

Guidelines for using Seattle Anti-Freeze platform

Last updated: September 2025

Welcome to Seattle Anti-Freeze

By using our platform, you agree to these terms of service. Seattle Anti-Freeze is a social events platform designed to help people in Seattle make genuine connections and build community.

These terms govern your access to and use of our website, mobile applications, and services.

Eligibility and Account Requirements

  • You must be 18 years or older to use our platform
  • You must provide accurate and complete information when creating your account
  • You are responsible for maintaining the security of your account credentials
  • One person may only maintain one account on our platform
  • You must be a real person - fake accounts, bots, or impersonation are prohibited

Acceptable Use

Our platform is designed to foster genuine, respectful connections. We expect all users to contribute to a positive community environment.

You agree to:

  • Treat all community members with respect and kindness
  • Provide accurate information in your profile and event registrations
  • Attend events you register for, or cancel in advance when possible
  • Respect event organizers, venues, and other attendees
  • Follow all applicable laws and regulations

Prohibited Conduct

The following behaviors are strictly prohibited:

  • Harassment, bullying, or discriminatory behavior toward any user
  • Sharing inappropriate, offensive, or explicit content
  • Promoting commercial activities without permission
  • Attempting to collect personal information from other users inappropriately
  • Creating fake accounts or impersonating others
  • Disrupting events or creating unsafe environments
  • Using the platform for dating or romantic pursuits as the primary purpose
  • Spamming, soliciting, or sending unsolicited messages

Event Participation

Registration and Attendance:

  • Registration for events constitutes a commitment to attend
  • Please cancel your registration if you cannot attend to make space for others
  • Repeated no-shows may result in registration restrictions

Event Conduct:

  • Follow all event-specific rules and venue policies
  • Respect other attendees and create an inclusive environment
  • Event organizers may remove disruptive participants

Payment Terms

Paid Events:

  • Payment is required at the time of registration for paid events
  • All payments are processed securely through Stripe
  • Event fees help cover venue costs, materials, and platform maintenance

Refunds:

  • Refund policies vary by event and will be clearly stated during registration
  • Generally, refunds are available if you cancel at least 24 hours before an event
  • No-shows typically are not eligible for refunds
  • We reserve the right to cancel events and provide full refunds when necessary

Content and Intellectual Property

Your Content:

  • You retain ownership of content you upload (profile pictures, messages, etc.)
  • You grant us permission to use your content to provide our services
  • You are responsible for ensuring you have rights to any content you share

Platform Content:

  • Seattle Anti-Freeze platform, design, and features are our intellectual property
  • You may not copy, modify, or create derivative works of our platform

Privacy and Data

Your privacy is important to us. Please review our Privacy Policy to understand how we collect, use, and protect your information.

  • We collect only information necessary to provide our services
  • We do not sell your personal information to third parties
  • You can control your profile visibility and connection settings

Account Suspension and Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts that:

  • Violate these terms of service
  • Engage in harmful or disruptive behavior
  • Create unsafe environments for other users
  • Remain inactive for extended periods

You may delete your account at any time through your profile settings. Upon account deletion, your personal information will be removed according to our Privacy Policy.

Limitation of Liability

While we strive to provide a safe and enjoyable platform, you understand that:

  • You attend events and interact with other users at your own risk
  • We are not responsible for the actions of other users
  • We cannot guarantee the accuracy of all user-provided information
  • Event organizers are responsible for the safety and management of their events

Always use common sense and trust your instincts when meeting new people or attending events.

Platform Availability

We strive to maintain consistent platform availability, but cannot guarantee uninterrupted service. We may occasionally need to perform maintenance or updates that temporarily affect access.

Changes to Terms

We may update these terms of service from time to time to reflect changes in our platform or legal requirements. We will notify users of significant changes via email or platform announcement.

Continued use of our platform after changes constitute acceptance of the updated terms.

Governing Law

These terms are governed by the laws of the State of Washington, United States. Any disputes will be resolved in the appropriate courts of King County, Washington.

Contact and Enforcement

If you have questions about these terms or need to report a violation, please contact us through our contact page or email us directly.

We investigate all reported violations and take appropriate action to maintain a positive community environment.

Our Community Commitment:

Seattle Anti-Freeze exists to build genuine connections and combat social isolation. We are committed to maintaining a platform where everyone feels welcome, respected, and valued as they build meaningful relationships in our community.