Effective Date: December 26, 2024
Last Updated: June 23, 2025
Welcome to The FundWave (“we,” “our,” or “us”). By accessing or using our website, platform, or any related services, you agree to comply with and be bound by the following Terms of Service (“Terms”). These Terms govern your access to and use of all offerings provided by The FundWave, including any features, tools, or content made available through our site or app. If you do not agree to these Terms, do not use our services.
Acceptance of Terms
By using The FundWave, you agree to these Terms and our Privacy Policy. These Terms apply to all users, including event organizers, startups, investors, website visitors, and others interacting with content or features on our website or platform.
Overview of Services
The FundWave is a platform and website designed to facilitate engagement between startups, investors, educators, and event organizers. Our services include rating and reviewing startups, participating in pitch events, accessing educational resources, subscribing to newsletters, and reviewing content, tools, and analytics.
User Accounts
To access certain features, you may be required to create an account. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your login credentials and for all activity under your account. Notify us immediately of any unauthorized use.
User Conduct
You agree to use The FundWave in compliance with all applicable laws and to respect the rights of others. Specifically, you agree not to:
- Post or transmit unlawful, harmful, or offensive content
- Use the platform or website for fraudulent or illegal activity
- Disrupt or interfere with service functionality
- Infringe on the intellectual property or privacy rights of others
Participation in Events and Interaction with Startups
When participating in events or interacting with startups, you may provide ratings, comments, or feedback. By doing so, you grant us permission to share this information with the applicable event organizers and startups, as outlined in our Privacy Policy.
Opt-In for Investment-Related Communications
After submitting a rating or engaging with a startup pitch, you may be asked to opt in to receive fundraising-related communications from that startup. You can withdraw this consent at any time by following opt-out instructions in the message.
Communications from The FundWave
By using our platform, you agree to receive communications from The FundWave related to events, updates, and user activity. You may opt out of promotional communications through your account settings or unsubscribe link.
Third-Party Tools and Cookies
We use third-party tools such as Google Analytics and Meta (Facebook) Pixel to analyze site usage and improve our marketing efforts. These tools may collect information such as your IP address, browser type, and user behavior. You may opt in or manage your cookie preferences through our cookie consent banner or your browser settings.
By continuing to use our services, you acknowledge and agree to our use of cookies and third-party tracking technologies as detailed in our Privacy Policy.
Data Retention and Privacy
Your use of The FundWave is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use, and store personal information. You have the right to access, update, or delete your data in accordance with applicable law.
Intellectual Property
All content, software, and design elements associated with The FundWave are protected by intellectual property laws. You may not copy, distribute, modify, or reverse engineer any part of our service without written permission. You are granted a limited, non-exclusive license to use the service for its intended purpose.
Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent allowed by law, The FundWave and its affiliates are not liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages resulting from:
- Your use or inability to use our platform or website
- Third-party tools or external links
- Events, communications, or data shared through the platform
This includes, but is not limited to, loss of data, revenue, or opportunity.
Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold The FundWave, its partners, and affiliates harmless from any claims, losses, or damages arising from your use of the services, your violation of these Terms, or infringement of another party’s rights.
Termination
We may suspend or terminate your access at any time for violation of these Terms or any conduct that may harm the integrity of our services. You may also terminate your account by contacting us.
Changes to These Terms
We may update these Terms periodically to reflect changes in services or legal requirements. When we do, we will post the revised version on this page and update the effective date. Continued use of the site or platform constitutes acceptance of the new Terms.
Governing Law and Dispute Resolution
These Terms are governed by the laws of the jurisdiction in which The FundWave operates. Any disputes arising from these Terms will be resolved through binding arbitration, except where prohibited by law.
Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about these Terms or your use of The FundWave, please contact us:
The FundWave
📧 admin@thefundwave.com