1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using Hot Takes ("the Service"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you disagree with any part of these terms, you may not access the Service.

2. Eligibility

• You must be at least 18 years old to use this Service
• You must be legally capable of entering into binding agreements
• You must provide accurate and complete information when creating an account
• You are responsible for maintaining the security of your account

3. User Conduct

3.1 Prohibited Activities

You agree not to:

• Harass, abuse, or harm other users
• Post offensive, discriminatory, or illegal content
• Impersonate others or provide false information
• Spam, solicit, or advertise without permission
• Attempt to hack, disrupt, or interfere with the Service
• Record or share video calls without consent
• Use automated systems to access the Service
• Violate any applicable laws or regulations

4. Content and Intellectual Property

4.1 Your Content

You retain ownership of content you submit. By using the Service, you grant us a license to use, display, and distribute your content solely for providing the Service.

4.2 Our Content

All content, features, and functionality of the Service are owned by Hot Takes and protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

5. Matching and Video Calls

• Matches are algorithm-based and we do not guarantee compatibility
• Video calls are peer-to-peer; we facilitate but do not monitor content
• You are responsible for your conduct during video calls
• We reserve the right to terminate matches or accounts for violations

6. Premium Features and Payments

• Premium features require payment
• All sales are final unless required by law
• We reserve the right to change pricing with notice
• Refunds are handled on a case-by-case basis

7. Account Termination

We may suspend or terminate your account if you violate these Terms. You may delete your account at any time through account settings. Upon termination:

• Your access to the Service will be revoked
• Your profile and personal data will be anonymized or deleted
• Some data may be retained for legal or business purposes

8. Disclaimers and Limitations

8.1 Service Availability

The Service is provided "as is" and "as available". We do not guarantee uninterrupted or error-free operation.

8.2 Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, Hot Takes shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising from your use of the Service.

9. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold Hot Takes harmless from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from your use of the Service or violation of these Terms.

10. Dispute Resolution

Any disputes arising from these Terms or the Service shall be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with applicable laws, unless otherwise required by law.

11. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will notify users of material changes. Continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance.

12. Contact Information

For questions about these Terms, please contact us:

• Email: legal@hottakedate.com
• Use the feedback feature in the app