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Terms of Service

Legal framework for our co-design platform

Last Updated: September 16, 2025
These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your use of the Feedback Organic co-design platform. By using our platform, you agree to be bound by these terms.

Key Terms Overview

Platform Membership

Rights and responsibilities as a member of our co-design community

Free community access
Collaboration opportunities
Professional networking
Skill verification

Equity & Contributions

How equity is calculated, allocated, and managed for collaborative projects

Fair contribution valuation
Transparent equity allocation
Smart contract protection
Dispute resolution process

Intellectual Property

Protection of your ideas and fair sharing of collaborative creations

Your ideas remain yours
Collaborative IP sharing
Attribution requirements
Commercial use rights

Legal Framework

Governing law, dispute resolution, and compliance requirements

Australian law governs
Mediation first approach
Compliance obligations
International coordination

Platform Access & Account

Account Creation

You must provide accurate, current, and complete information when creating your account. You are responsible for maintaining the security of your account credentials and all activities that occur under your account.

Eligibility

You must be at least 18 years old or the age of majority in your jurisdiction to use our platform. Organisations may create accounts on behalf of their members, subject to additional verification requirements.

Account Termination

You may terminate your account at any time. We may suspend or terminate accounts that violate these terms or engage in harmful behavior. Termination does not affect your vested equity rights in active projects.

Equity & Collaboration Framework

Revolutionary Equity Model

Our platform pioneered equity-driven collaboration for circular food systems. This model ensures fair compensation for all contributors and sustained motivation throughout project development.

Contribution Valuation

All contributions (time, expertise, resources, network access) are valued using our AI-powered assessment system, taking into account market rates, project stage, and impact potential.

Equity Allocation

Equity percentages are calculated in real-time based on cumulative contribution value. All allocations are recorded on blockchain for transparency and immutability.

Vesting Schedules

Equity vests over time based on continued participation. Standard vesting is 25% immediate, 75% over 12-18 months with monthly releases.

Exit Provisions

Contributors can exit projects with vested equity intact. Unvested equity may be redistributed among remaining team members based on ongoing contribution requirements.

Dispute Resolution

Equity disputes are resolved through mandatory mediation, followed by binding arbitration if necessary. Our AI system provides objective contribution data for all proceedings.

Your Responsibilities

Professional Conduct

Maintain honesty and transparency in all interactions
Respect intellectual property rights of all participants
Honor commitments and contribution agreements
Communicate professionally and constructively

Project Participation

Accurately track and report your contributions
Meet agreed-upon deadlines and deliverables
Participate actively in project development
Support team decision-making processes

Platform Community

Help maintain a positive, collaborative environment
Provide constructive feedback to improve the platform
Report violations of terms or inappropriate behavior
Share knowledge and resources to benefit the community

Prohibited Activities

The following activities are strictly prohibited:

Sharing false or misleading information about your skills, experience, or availability
Attempting to manipulate equity calculations or contribution tracking systems
Stealing or misusing intellectual property from other platform members
Harassing, discriminating against, or creating hostile environments for other users
Using the platform for illegal activities or violating applicable laws
Spamming, soliciting, or engaging in unauthorized commercial activities
Attempting to hack, reverse engineer, or compromise platform security
Creating fake accounts or impersonating other individuals or organisations
Consequences: Violation of these terms may result in account suspension, termination, loss of platform privileges, and potential legal action.

Intellectual Property Rights

Your IP Rights

You retain ownership of intellectual property you bring to the platform. By participating in projects, you grant necessary licenses for collaborative development while maintaining your underlying rights.

Collaborative IP

IP developed collaboratively through platform projects is shared among contributors based on their contribution percentages and equity stakes. All collaborative IP agreements are documented and legally binding.

Platform IP

The platform technology, algorithms, and proprietary systems remain our intellectual property. You receive a license to use these systems as part of your platform membership.

Liability & Disclaimers

Platform Availability: We strive for 99.9% uptime but cannot guarantee uninterrupted service. We are not liable for temporary outages or service disruptions.
User Interactions: We facilitate connections but are not responsible for the quality, legality, or outcome of user interactions and collaborations.
Financial Outcomes: While our equity model is designed for fairness, we cannot guarantee specific financial returns or project success rates.
Third-Party Content: Users are responsible for the accuracy and legality of content they share. We are not liable for user-generated content or third-party materials.

Governing Law & Dispute Resolution

Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of New South Wales, Australia, without regard to conflict of law principles.

Jurisdiction

Any legal proceedings must be brought in the courts of New South Wales, Australia.

Dispute Resolution Process

1Direct negotiation (30 days)
2Mediation through approved service (60 days)
3Binding arbitration (final resolution)

Questions About These Terms?

Our legal team is available to clarify any aspect of these Terms of Service.

General Inquiries:
legal@feedbackorganic.com

Changes to Terms

We may modify these Terms from time to time. Significant changes will be communicated via email and platform notifications at least 30 days before taking effect.

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