Welcome to Minute.tech! These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your access to and use of our platform, website, and services located at https://www.minute.tech.

By accessing or using our services, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use our platform.

1. Definitions

In these Terms:

• "Platform" refers to Linkbase House website, services, and applications
• "User," "You," "Your" refers to any individual or entity accessing our services
• "We," "Us," "Our" refers to Linkbase House and its operators
• "Content" includes text, images, videos, audio, software, and other materials
• "User Content" means content that Users create, upload, or share on our Platform
• "Services" includes all features, functionalities, and offerings provided through our Platform

2. Acceptance and Changes to Terms

By creating an account or using our Platform, you confirm that:

• You are at least 18 years old (or the age of majority in your jurisdiction)
• You have the legal capacity to enter into these Terms
• You will comply with all applicable laws and regulations

We may modify these Terms at any time. Material changes will be communicated via email or platform notifications with at least 30 days advance notice. Continued use of our services after changes take effect constitutes acceptance of the new Terms.

3. Account Registration and Security

3.1 Account Creation

To access certain features, you must create an account by providing:

• Accurate and complete registration information
• A valid email address
• A secure password
• A unique username/handle

3.2 Account Security

You are responsible for:

• Maintaining the confidentiality of your login credentials
• All activities that occur under your account
• Immediately notifying us of any unauthorized use
• Using strong passwords and enabling multi-factor authentication when available

3.3 Account Types and Roles

Our platform supports multiple user roles with different permissions:

• Visitor: Public access to published content
• User: Basic authenticated access with content creation rights
• Admin: Extended permissions for content and user management
• Super: Full platform administration rights

4. User Content and Intellectual Property

4.1 Your Content Rights

You retain ownership of intellectual property rights in content you create and upload. However, by posting content on our Platform, you grant us a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free license to:

• Use, reproduce, modify, adapt, and display your content
• Distribute your content through our Platform and related services

4.2 Content Standards and Prohibited Content

All User Content must comply with our community standards. You may not post content that:

• Violates any laws, regulations, or third-party rights
• Contains hate speech, harassment, or discriminatory material
• Includes spam, malware, or phishing attempts
• Infringes on intellectual property rights
• Contains false, misleading, or defamatory information
• Promotes violence, illegal activities, or harmful behavior
• Includes adult content without appropriate age restrictions
• Violates privacy rights of others

4.3 Content Moderation

We reserve the right to:

• Review, monitor, and moderate User Content
• Remove or restrict access to content that violates these Terms
• Suspend or terminate accounts for repeated violations
• Cooperate with law enforcement regarding illegal content

4.4 Intellectual Property Protection

We respect intellectual property rights. If you believe your copyrighted work has been infringed, please contact us at help@minute.tech with:

• Description of the copyrighted work
• Location of the infringing content
• Your contact information
• Statement of good faith belief
• Statement of accuracy and authority

4.5 Platform Ownership and Proprietary Technology

The underlying platform framework, software, architecture, and technology infrastructure (collectively, the "Platform Technology") used to power this website and services are proprietary technology owned by Minute.tech LLC. The Platform Technology includes, but is not limited to:

• Source code, software architecture, and programming frameworks
• Database schemas, data structures, and system designs
• API endpoints, authentication systems, and security protocols
• User interface components, design systems, and user experience patterns
• Administrative tools, content management systems, and backend infrastructure
• All related documentation, specifications, and technical materials

All rights, title, and interest in the Platform Technology remain exclusively with Minute.tech LLC. Users, visitors, clients, and any third parties are expressly prohibited from:

• Reverse engineering, decompiling, or disassembling any portion of the Platform Technology
• Copying, reproducing, or creating derivative works of the Platform Technology
• Attempting to extract, access, or replicate the underlying code or architecture
• Using the Platform Technology to build competing or similar services
• Removing, obscuring, or altering any proprietary notices or branding

This prohibition applies to all users, including administrators, regardless of access level or role. Your use of this platform grants you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to use the Platform Technology solely for its intended purpose as provided by Minute.tech LLC. Any unauthorized use or access to the Platform Technology may result in immediate termination of your account and potential legal action.

For more information about Minute.tech LLC and our proprietary platform technology, visit www.minute.tech.

5. Platform Usage and Acceptable Use

5.1 Permitted Uses

You may use our Platform to:

• Create, publish, and manage content according to your role permissions
• Interact with other users through comments and messaging features
• Purchase products and services offered through the Platform
• Access and use platform tools and features as intended
• Export your data in standard formats

5.2 Prohibited Uses

You may not:

• Use automated systems (bots, scrapers) without permission
• Attempt to circumvent security measures or access restrictions
• Reverse engineer, decompile, or extract source code
• Overload or interfere with platform infrastructure
• Create fake accounts or impersonate others
• Collect personal information from other users
• Use the Platform for illegal activities or fraud
• Resell or redistribute access to the Platform

6. E-Commerce and Transactions

6.1 Product Listings

Users authorized to create product listings warrant that:

• Product information is accurate and up-to-date
• They have the right to sell listed products
• Products comply with applicable laws and regulations
• Pricing and availability information is current

6.2 Payment Processing

Payments are processed through secure third-party providers. By making purchases, you agree to:

• Provide accurate billing and payment information
• Pay all charges associated with your account
• Third-party payment processor terms and conditions
• Responsibility for all taxes and fees

6.3 Refunds and Disputes

Refund policies are determined by individual sellers or service providers. For disputes:

• Contact the seller directly for resolution
• Use platform dispute resolution tools when available
• Follow payment processor chargeback procedures if necessary

7. Privacy and Data Protection

Your privacy is important to us. Our collection, use, and protection of your personal information is governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated by reference into these Terms. By using our Platform, you consent to data practices described in our Privacy Policy.

8. Third-Party Services and Integrations

Our Platform may integrate with third-party services including:

• Payment processors for transaction handling
• Social media platforms for account connectivity
• Analytics services for platform improvement
• Email services for communications
• Cloud storage providers for data hosting

Use of third-party services is subject to their respective terms and privacy policies. We are not responsible for third-party service practices or availability.

9. Service Availability and Modifications

9.1 Service Availability

We strive to maintain high availability but cannot guarantee uninterrupted service. We may experience:

• Scheduled maintenance windows
• Emergency maintenance or repairs
• Third-party service disruptions
• Forced major events beyond our control

Contact help@minute.tech for service issues.

9.2 Service Modifications

We may modify, suspend, or discontinue any aspect of our services with reasonable notice. We will:

• Provide advance notice for significant changes
• Maintain data export capabilities for account holders
• Honor existing paid service commitments

10. Account Suspension and Termination

10.1 Termination by User

You may terminate your account at any time by:

• Using account deletion tools in your profile settings
• Contacting customer support for assistance
• Following data export procedures if desired

10.2 Termination by Platform

We may suspend or terminate accounts for:

• Violation of these Terms or community guidelines
• Illegal activities or fraudulent behavior
• Extended periods of inactivity
• Non-payment of fees for paid services
• Threats to platform security or integrity

10.3 Effect of Termination

Upon termination:

• Your access to the Platform will be revoked
• Public content may remain available unless removal is requested
• Data retention follows our Privacy Policy guidelines
• Outstanding payment obligations remain in effect

11. Disclaimers and Limitations of Liability

11.1 Service Disclaimers

Our Platform and services are provided "AS IS" and "AS AVAILABLE" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including:

• Merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose
• Non-infringement of intellectual property
• Accuracy, completeness, or reliability of content
• Continuous, uninterrupted, or error-free operation
• Security or virus-free environment

11.2 Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, we shall not be liable for:

• Indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages
• Loss of profits, data, use, goodwill, or other intangible losses
• Damages resulting from unauthorized access or data breaches
• Third-party actions or content on the Platform
• Service interruptions or technical difficulties

Our total liability for any claims shall not exceed the amount you paid us in the 12 months preceding the claim, or $100, whichever is greater.

11.3 Exceptions

These limitations do not apply to:

• Death or personal injury caused by our negligence
• Fraud or fraudulent misrepresentation
• Gross negligence or willful misconduct
• Violations that cannot be limited by applicable law

12. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Linkbase House and its officers, directors, employees, and agents from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, or expenses arising from:

• Your use of the Platform or violation of these Terms
• Your User Content or activities on the Platform
• Infringement of third-party rights
• Violation of applicable laws or regulations
• Disputes with other users or third parties

13. Dispute Resolution

13.1 Informal Resolution

Before initiating formal proceedings, parties agree to attempt resolution through direct negotiation by contacting help@minute.tech.

13.2 Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of OR, US, without regard to conflict of law provisions.

13.3 Jurisdiction

Any legal proceedings shall be brought in the courts of Portland, OR, and you consent to personal jurisdiction in such courts.

14. Export Controls and Sanctions

You acknowledge that our services may be subject to export control laws and sanctions regulations. You agree not to:

• Use services in countries subject to embargoes
• Export or re-export services to restricted parties
• Violate applicable trade control laws

15. Accessibility

We strive to make our Platform accessible to users with disabilities in accordance with applicable accessibility standards. If you encounter accessibility barriers, please contact us at help@minute.tech.

16. Miscellaneous

16.1 Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and any additional agreements, constitute the entire agreement between you and Minute.tech.

16.2 Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.

16.3 Waiver

No waiver of any term or condition shall be deemed a further or continuing waiver of such term or any other term.

16.4 Assignment

These Terms are personal to you and may not be assigned without our written consent. We may assign our rights and obligations without restriction.

16.5 Survival

Provisions that by their nature should survive termination will remain in effect, including intellectual property rights, disclaimers, and limitation of liability.

17. Contact Information

For questions about these Terms:

• All Inquiries: help@minute.tech
• Address: Portland, OR, US

These Terms of Service are effective immediately for new users, with a 30-day notice period for existing users.