1. Acceptance of Terms
Welcome to the website and online platforms (collectively, the "Site") operated by Unruled Masses (“UM,” “we,” “us,” or “our”), a nonprofit organization dedicated to educating the public about instances of corruption worldwide and providing lawful, peaceful calls to action to counteract corruption, exploitation, and oppression.
By accessing or using the Site, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms") and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use the Site.
2. Mission and Nature of Content
The Site provides educational, informational, and advocacy-related content concerning corruption, transparency, accountability, and civic engagement. Content is provided for general informational purposes only and is not legal advice, financial advice, or professional advice of any kind.
Calls to action promoted through the Site are intended to encourage ethical and nonviolent civic participation. Users are solely responsible for any actions they take and any consequences thereof.
3. Eligibility and User Responsibilities
By using the Site, you agree that you will:
- Not engage in harassment, threats, intimidation, or violence;
- Not submit false, misleading, defamatory, or fraudulent information;
- Not attempt to interfere with the Site’s security or functionality;
- Not use the Site in a manner that could reasonably be perceived as promoting illegal activity, hate, or violence.
We reserve the right to restrict or terminate access to the Site for violations of these Terms.
4. User Submissions
The Site may allow users to submit content, including comments, messages, petition signatures, or other materials ("User Submissions"). By submitting content, you represent that you have the right to do so and that the content complies with these Terms.
By submitting User Submissions, you grant Unruled Masses a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, display, distribute, and adapt the content for purposes consistent with our nonprofit mission, including education, advocacy, and reporting.
We do not guarantee that User Submissions will be reviewed, published, or retained, and we reserve the right to remove or moderate content at our discretion.
5. Intellectual Property
All content on the Site, including text, reports, graphics, logos, videos, and software (collectively, "Content"), is owned by or licensed to Unruled Masses and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other applicable laws.
You may view, download, and share Content for personal, noncommercial, and educational purposes, provided you include attribution notices when appropriate. Any other use requires prior written permission.
6. Third-Party Links and Services
IThe Site may contain links to third-party websites, platforms, or tools. We do not control and are not responsible for the content, policies, or practices of third parties. Accessing third-party services is at your own risk.
7. Donations and Payments
Donations made through the Site are voluntary and non-refundable unless otherwise required by law. Payment processing is handled by third-party providers, and your use of those services is subject to their terms and policies.
We make reasonable efforts to ensure donation information is accurate, but we do not guarantee that the Site will be error-free or uninterrupted.
8. Disclaimer of Warranties
The Site and all Content are provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis. To the fullest extent permitted by law, we disclaim all warranties, express or implied, including warranties of accuracy, completeness, non-infringement, and fitness for a particular purpose.
We do not warrant that the Site will be secure, uninterrupted, or free from errors or harmful components.
9. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Unruled Masses shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, consequential, special, or punitive damages arising out of or related to your use of or inability to use the Site, even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages.
Our total liability for any claim arising from your use of the Site shall not exceed the amount, if any, you have donated to us through the Site in the twelve (12) months preceding the claim.
10. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Unruled Masses, its directors, officers, employees, volunteers, and partners from any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, or expenses arising out of your use of the Site, your User Submissions, or your violation of these Terms.
11. International Use
The Site may be accessed from locations around the world. We make no representation that the Content is appropriate or lawful in all jurisdictions. You are responsible for compliance with local laws applicable to your use of the Site.
12. Suspension and Termination
We reserve the right, in our sole discretion, to suspend or terminate access to the Site at any time and for any reason, including violations of these Terms or conduct that may harm our mission, users, or the public.
13. Changes to These Terms
We may update these Terms from time to time. Changes will be effective when posted on the Site with an updated effective date. Your continued use of the Site after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.
14. Governing Law
These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of New York / United States, without regard to conflict-of-law principles.
15. Contact Information
If you have questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us at:
Unruled Masses
228 Park Ave S
PMB 411976
New York, New York 10003-1502 US