TERMS OF USE

Last updated: 2025-05-21

BY USING OUR WEBSITE, YOU AGREE TO THESE TERMS – PLEASE READ THEM CAREFULLY

Effective Date: May 2025

  1. INTRODUCTION
    These Terms of Use govern your access to and use of DecentraFans, a global web platform operated by THE BORED CANDY CITY LTD ("we", "our", or "us"), a company registered in England and Wales with Company Number 14725594 and registered office at 1 Poulton Close, Dover, Kent, CT17 0HL, United Kingdom. Our VAT number is GB14725594. Use of the Platform is subject to these legally binding Terms, which include our Privacy Policy, Acceptable Use Policy, Referral Program Terms, Complaints Policy, Appeals Policy, UK VAT Policy, and Community Guidelines.

Your rights may vary depending on your country of residence. You agree to notify us of any dispute and attempt mediation before pursuing a claim.

  1. INTERPRETATION
    Terms used in these Terms of Use are defined as follows:

  • "Platform" means DecentraFans and its services, including www.Decentra.Fans.

  • "User", "you", "your" refers to any person using the Platform.

  • "Creator" is a User who provides content for Fan access.

  • "Fan" is a User who pays for access to a Creator’s content.

  • "Content" includes all material uploaded by Users, such as photos, videos, text, and other media.

  • "Subscription" is a paid arrangement for time-limited access to a Creator’s content.

  • "Fan Payment" refers to payments made by Fans for Creator Interactions.

  • "Creator Earnings" are the funds Creators receive after fees and applicable taxes.

  • "Terms of Service" includes this document and all referenced policies.

  • "Indirect Sales Taxes" include VAT and other similar taxes.

  • "UK" means the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland.

  1. ACCOUNT REGISTRATION AND ELIGIBILITY
    To use the Platform, Users must:

  • Be at least 18 years of age.

  • Provide accurate, current information.

  • Not have been convicted of serious crimes.

Creators must also:

  • Submit valid ID and verification materials.

  • Add a valid payment method.

  • Set pricing for Subscriptions.

  • Provide a UK VAT number, if applicable.

  • Upload initial content for subscription access.

We reserve the right to approve or reject accounts and may request further verification.

  1. CHANGES TO THE TERMS AND PLATFORM
    We may update these Terms to comply with legal requirements or address risks. Material changes will be communicated via Notice. Continued use of the Platform after such changes means acceptance of the revised Terms.

We reserve the right to suspend or alter the Platform at any time.

  1. CONTENT TERMS
    All uploaded Content remains the responsibility of the Creator. You warrant that:

  • You own or have rights to use all Content.

  • Content complies with applicable laws.

  • Co-authors appearing in Content have consented.

By uploading Content, you grant us a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free, perpetual license to use the Content to operate and improve the Platform. We reserve the right to review, screen, or remove Content and may use AI-assisted tools to do so.

You are the custodian of records for your uploaded Content.

  1. ADULT MATERIAL
    Some Content may be adult in nature. You acknowledge this and agree to access it responsibly. We are not liable for any consequences arising from the nature or location of Content access.

  2. SUBSCRIPTIONS AND PAYMENTS
    Fan Payments may be subject to indirect taxes based on location. Subscription payments will renew automatically unless cancelled. Wallet Credits are non-refundable and non-interest bearing. Refunds or chargebacks made in bad faith may result in account suspension.

We facilitate payments but are not a party to the contract between Fans and Creators. All prices are displayed in USD unless otherwise stated. Currency conversion fees may apply. By subscribing, you authorise recurring payments.

Cryptocurrency Payments: We also support certain approved cryptocurrencies for payments and payouts. Users may purchase content or subscribe using supported cryptocurrencies, and Creators may choose to receive earnings in crypto where permitted. The value of crypto transactions is determined at the time of payment and subject to market fluctuation. We are not responsible for exchange rate volatility or third-party wallet issues. Users are responsible for ensuring that their crypto wallets are compatible and secure.

  1. CREATOR PAYOUTS
    Creators receive 80% of Fan Payments. Payouts are processed by approved third-party providers. Creator Earnings may be withheld pending dispute resolution or in cases of suspected fraud.

Creators are responsible for all tax obligations. UK VAT-registered Creators must comply with our UK VAT Policy. EU Creators must follow applicable VAT rules.

Where Creators choose to receive payments in cryptocurrency, payouts will be subject to conversion based on the rate at the time of processing. Any applicable gas fees or network charges are borne by the Creator.

  1. TAX COMPLIANCE
    Creators must:

  • Report all income to relevant tax authorities.

  • Remain tax-compliant at all times.

We reserve the right to suspend accounts involved in tax investigations.

  1. OUR RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
    We may remove content violating these Terms or applicable law. We may:

  • Review content using automated tools.

  • Recommend content based on user preferences.

  • Restrict access or terminate accounts.

  • Retain anonymised usage data.

  • Communicate with you via email or in-app notifications.

  1. LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY
    We use reasonable care in providing the Platform but are not responsible for:

  • User-posted Content.

  • Unauthorised use of accounts.

  • Platform availability issues.

  • Data loss or third-party conduct.

Our liability to Consumers in the US is limited to USD $250. For Business Users, our liability is capped at the greater of $5,000 or 100% of the fees paid by you.

  1. ACCOUNT TERMINATION AND WITHHOLDING
    We may suspend or terminate accounts and withhold earnings if:

  • You breach these Terms.

  • You engage in fraud or criminal conduct.

  • We are required to act by law.

You may appeal decisions through our Appeals Policy.

  1. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY
    Users retain ownership of their Content. You grant us a license to use your Content for operating and improving the Platform. We may report infringement on your behalf but are not obligated to do so.

  2. CO-AUTHORED CONTENT
    Creators uploading Content with other individuals must:

  • Ensure they are over 18.

  • Obtain written consent.

All co-authors may withdraw consent, and Content may be removed.

  1. EXTERNAL LINKS AND DOMAIN NAMES
    We are not responsible for third-party links. Use of our name or trademarks in domain names requires prior permission and licensing.

  2. ADVERTISING AND TRANSPARENCY
    Creators must clearly label promotional Content (e.g., #ad, #sponsored). AI-generated Content must also be clearly marked.

  3. ACCOUNT DELETION
    Users may delete their accounts at any time. Creator accounts remain active until all Fan Subscriptions expire. We may retain data post-deletion per our Privacy Policy.

  4. GOVERNING LAW AND DISPUTES
    These Terms are governed by English law. Consumers may rely on local mandatory protections. Legal claims must be filed within one year unless otherwise required by law.

Disputes:

  • Consumers: Claims may be brought in your local courts or England and Wales.

  • Businesses: Claims must be brought in England and Wales.

You agree to attempt mediation before legal action.

  1. GENERAL TERMS

  • These Terms form the entire agreement between us.

  • If any clause is invalid, the rest remain effective.

  • We may assign our rights and obligations; you may not.

  • No third-party has rights under these Terms, except as stated.

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