These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your access to and use of tcvn.org and the Tech Coast Venture Network ("TCVN," "we," "us," or "our") member community platform, including membership enrollment, event registration, and any related services or payments.
By accessing our website, registering for events, or becoming a member, you agree to be bound by these Terms.
About TCVN
Tech Coast Venture Network (TCVN) is a California nonprofit corporation and trade association exempt from federal income tax under Internal Revenue Code Section 501(c)(6). We are not a 501(c)(3) charitable organization.
Membership dues, sponsorships, and other payments made to TCVN are generally not deductible as charitable contributions for federal income tax purposes. In some cases, they may qualify as ordinary business expenses. Please consult your tax advisor for guidance specific to your situation.
Membership
Membership is offered based on the plans, pricing, and benefits presented at the time of signup, including any applicable promotional offers or coupon codes (such as "firstyearfree").
By enrolling, you agree to:
Provide accurate and complete information
Maintain the confidentiality of your account credentials
Be responsible for all activity under your account
TCVN reserves the right to:
Modify membership plans, pricing, or benefits on a prospective basis
Suspend or terminate membership for violations of these Terms or community guidelines
Revoke promotional offers if misused or applied fraudulently
Payments and Billing
All payments for memberships, sponsorships, and event registrations are processed through our third-party payment provider, Stripe.
By submitting payment, you:
Authorize TCVN and its payment processor to charge the applicable fees
Agree to any recurring billing terms disclosed at the time of purchase
Unless otherwise stated:
Fees are non-refundable
Failed or declined payments may result in suspension of access
Events and Registrations
Event registrations are subject to availability and may have additional terms disclosed at the time of registration. TCVN reserves the right to modify event details, including date, time, format, or speakers.
Unless otherwise specified, event fees are non-refundable.
Acceptable Use
You agree to use the website and member community responsibly and lawfully. You may not:
Attempt to gain unauthorized access to systems or accounts
Upload or share unlawful, harmful, or infringing content
Harass, abuse, or harm other members
Use the platform for unauthorized commercial solicitation or spam
TCVN may remove content, restrict access, or terminate accounts at its discretion to maintain a safe and professional community environment.
Intellectual Property
All content on the website, including text, branding, logos, and materials, is owned by or licensed to TCVN and is protected by applicable intellectual property laws.
You may not reproduce, distribute, or use any content without prior written permission, except for personal, non-commercial use.
Disclaimers
The website, member community, and all related services are provided "as is" and "as available" without warranties of any kind, whether express or implied.
TCVN does not guarantee uninterrupted access, accuracy of content, or specific outcomes from participation in events or membership.
Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, TCVN shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, consequential, or special damages arising from or related to your use of the website, membership, or events.
Nothing in these Terms limits liability that cannot be excluded under applicable law.
Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of California, without regard to conflict-of-law principles.
Changes to These Terms
We may update these Terms from time to time. When we do, we will revise the effective date above. Continued use of the website or services after updates constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us at: [email protected]