Terms of Service

Effective Date: December 18, 2025

Last updated: December 18, 2025

Welcome to Currot ("we," "our," or "us"), a service owned and operated by Eliary Inc. These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your access to and use of our mobile application (the "Service"). Currot is a mobile-only application and is not available as a web service or desktop application. By accessing or using Currot, you agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By creating an account, accessing, or using Currot, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, you must not access or use the Service.

We may modify these Terms at any time. Your continued use of the Service after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the new Terms. We encourage you to review these Terms periodically.

2. Eligibility

2.1 Age Requirements

You must be at least 13 years old to use Currot. If you are between 13 and 18 years old (or the age of majority in your jurisdiction), you represent that you have your parent or guardian's permission to use the Service and that they have read and agreed to these Terms on your behalf.

2.2 Account Restrictions

You may not use Currot if:

• You have been previously suspended or removed from our Service
• You are prohibited from receiving our Service under applicable laws
• You are located in a country subject to U.S. government embargo or sanctions
• You are on any U.S. government list of prohibited or restricted parties

2.3 Business Use

If you are using Currot on behalf of a business or organization, you represent that you have the authority to bind that entity to these Terms, and "you" refers to both you individually and the entity.

3. Your Account

3.1 Account Creation

To access certain features, you must create an account. You agree to:

• Provide accurate, current, and complete information during registration
• Maintain and promptly update your account information
• Keep your password secure and confidential
• Not share your account credentials with others
• Create only one account per person

3.2 Account Security

You are responsible for all activities that occur under your account. You must:

• Immediately notify us of any unauthorized access or security breach
• Not use another user's account without permission
• Use strong, unique passwords
• Enable two-factor authentication when available

3.3 Account Deletion

You may delete your account at any time through the app settings. Upon deletion:

• Your profile and public content will be removed from public view
• Your pictures and posts will be retained in our database for up to 90 days (see Section 5.5)
• Reported content may be retained beyond 90 days for legal and safety purposes
• Your Ask responses cannot be deleted and will remain visible (see Section 6.3)
• Content shared with others may remain visible to them
• Account deletion is permanent after a 30-day recovery period

4. Community Guidelines

Currot is a social platform built on respect, safety, and authenticity. By using our Service, you agree to follow these community guidelines:

4.1 NSFW Content - Zero Tolerance

NSFW (Not Safe For Work) content is STRICTLY PROHIBITED.

This includes but is not limited to:

• Pornography and sexually explicit material
• Nudity (including partial nudity)
• Sexually suggestive content
• Non-consensual intimate imagery

Consequence: Immediate and permanent ban without warning.

4.2 Respect Others

• No Harassment: Don't bully, intimidate, stalk, or target other users
• No Hate Speech: Don't attack people based on race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, or other characteristics
• No Doxxing: Don't share others' personal information without consent
• No Impersonation: Don't pretend to be someone you're not

4.3 Keep It Safe

• No Violence: Don't post threats of violence, graphic violence, or gore
• No Harmful Content: Don't promote self-harm, eating disorders, or dangerous activities
• No Illegal Activity: Don't promote or facilitate illegal activities
• No Misinformation: Don't spread false information that could cause harm

4.4 Be Authentic

• No Spam: Don't post repetitive or unwanted promotional content
• No Fake Engagement: Don't artificially inflate likes, followers, or comments
• No Manipulation: Don't coordinate inauthentic behavior
• One Account: Each person should have only one account

4.5 Reporting Violations

If you see content that violates these guidelines:

• Use the in-app reporting feature to flag content or users
• Our moderation team reviews all reports
• We take action based on the severity of the violation
• False reporting may result in action against your account

5. Your Content

5.1 Ownership

You retain ownership of the content you create and share on Currot ("User Content"), including photos, videos, text, and other materials. However, by posting User Content, you grant us certain rights as described below.

5.2 License Grant to Currot

By posting User Content, you grant Currot a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free, sublicensable, and transferable license to:

• Use, reproduce, modify, adapt, publish, and display your User Content
• Create derivative works from your User Content
• Distribute your User Content in any media formats and channels
• Use your name, username, and likeness in connection with your User Content

This license exists for the purpose of operating, developing, promoting, and improving our Service. The license terminates when you delete your User Content or account, except where your content has been shared with others and they have not deleted it.

5.3 License Grant to Other Users

When you share content publicly or with other users, you grant those users a non-exclusive license to access and use your User Content as permitted through the normal functionality of the Service.

5.4 Representations and Warranties

You represent and warrant that:

• You own or have the necessary rights to your User Content
• Your User Content does not infringe any third-party rights
• Your User Content complies with these Terms and all applicable laws
• You have obtained all necessary consents from individuals appearing in your content

5.5 Content Retention After Deletion

Important: When you delete pictures or posts, the content is removed from public view but is retained in our database for up to 90 days. This retention period allows us to:

• Investigate potential policy violations
• Respond to legal requests and law enforcement inquiries
• Protect our community from harmful content and abuse
• Resolve disputes between users

If your content has been reported by other users or is subject to an investigation, we may retain it beyond 90 days, including indefinitely, as necessary for legal compliance, safety, or enforcement purposes.

5.6 Public Content and Admin Review

Once you make pictures or posts public, they become accessible to other users on the platform. All public content is automatically visible to our administrators for moderation and review purposes. By making content public, you acknowledge that:

• Your content may be viewed by any user on the platform
• Our admin team actively monitors public content for policy violations
• Administrators may delete content that violates our guidelines without prior notice
• Administrators may restrict or suspend accounts that repeatedly violate our policies

6. Social Features and Interactions

Currot provides various social features to connect with others. Here's how they work:

6.1 Following and Followers

• You can follow other users to see their public content in your feed
• Other users can follow you (unless you have a private account)
• You can remove followers or block users at any time
• Follower counts are public by default

6.2 Messaging

• Send direct messages to other users
• Messages can include text, photos, and other media
• You can delete messages you've sent (but recipients may have already seen them)
• You can report inappropriate messages

6.3 Ask Feature - Non-Deletable Responses

Important: The Ask feature allows users to send questions to other users. Once you respond to an Ask, your response cannot be deleted. By answering an Ask, you acknowledge and agree that:

• Your response becomes a permanent part of the conversation
• You cannot retract or delete your response after submission
• This policy ensures conversation integrity and prevents manipulation
• You should carefully consider your response before submitting

6.4 Blocking and Muting

• Block: Blocked users cannot see your profile, content, or contact you
• Mute: Muted users' content won't appear in your feed, but they can still interact with you
• Blocked/muted users are not notified of your action

7. Prohibited Conduct

In addition to the Community Guidelines (Section 4), you agree not to engage in the following:

7.1 Account Misuse

• Creating multiple accounts for deceptive or abusive purposes
• Buying, selling, or transferring accounts
• Using automated systems to create accounts
• Accessing another user's account without authorization

7.2 Technical Violations

• Attempting to gain unauthorized access to our systems or networks
• Using bots, scrapers, or automated tools to access the Service
• Reverse engineering, decompiling, or disassembling our software
• Circumventing any technological measures we use to protect the Service
• Interfering with or disrupting the Service or servers
• Introducing malware, viruses, or other harmful code

7.3 Commercial Activities

• Using the Service for unauthorized commercial purposes
• Soliciting users for commercial offers without permission
• Conducting unauthorized contests, promotions, or surveys
• Selling or trading virtual goods or services outside the platform

7.4 Manipulation

• Artificially inflating followers, likes, or engagement
• Using fake accounts to manipulate content visibility
• Coordinating inauthentic behavior with other users
• Engaging in brigading or targeted harassment campaigns

8. Content Moderation and Enforcement

We actively moderate content to keep Currot safe for everyone.

8.1 How We Moderate

• Automated Systems: We use technology to detect and remove prohibited content
• User Reports: Our team reviews reported content and accounts
• Admin Review: All public content is visible to our moderation team
• Proactive Detection: We actively search for policy violations

8.2 Enforcement Actions

Depending on the severity of the violation, we may:

• Content Removal: Delete violating content without notice
• Warning: Issue a warning to your account
• Temporary Restriction: Limit features or visibility temporarily
• Suspension: Temporarily suspend your account
• Permanent Ban: Permanently remove your account (especially for NSFW content)

8.3 Appeals

If you believe we made a mistake:

• Use the in-app appeal feature to request a review
• We will review your appeal and respond within a reasonable timeframe
• Our decision on appeals is final

9. Intellectual Property Rights

9.1 Our Intellectual Property

The Service and its entire contents, features, and functionality (including but not limited to all information, software, text, displays, images, video, audio, and the design, selection, and arrangement thereof) are owned by Eliary Inc. (operating as Currot), our licensors, or other providers and are protected by United States and international copyright, trademark, patent, trade secret, and other intellectual property or proprietary rights laws.

9.2 Trademarks

The Currot name, logo, and all related names, logos, product and service names, designs, and slogans are trademarks of Currot or its affiliates. You may not use such marks without our prior written permission.

9.3 Limited License

Subject to your compliance with these Terms, we grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, non-sublicensable, revocable license to:

• Download and install the app on your personal device
• Access and use the Service for personal, non-commercial purposes

9.4 Restrictions

You may not:

• Copy, modify, or distribute our intellectual property without authorization
• Use our intellectual property for commercial purposes
• Remove any copyright, trademark, or other proprietary notices
• Create derivative works based on our intellectual property

10. Copyright and DMCA Policy

10.1 Respect for Copyright

We respect the intellectual property rights of others and expect our users to do the same. We will respond to notices of alleged copyright infringement that comply with applicable law.

10.2 DMCA Takedown Process

If you believe that your copyrighted work has been copied in a way that constitutes copyright infringement, please provide our designated Copyright Agent with the following information:

1. A physical or electronic signature of the copyright owner or authorized agent
2. Identification of the copyrighted work claimed to have been infringed
3. Identification of the material that is claimed to be infringing, including its location on the Service
4. Your contact information (address, telephone number, email)
5. A statement that you have a good faith belief that the use is not authorized by the copyright owner
6. A statement, under penalty of perjury, that the information in your notice is accurate and that you are the copyright owner or authorized to act on their behalf

10.3 Copyright Agent

Our designated Copyright Agent for notice of claims of infringement is:

Eliary Inc. (operating as Currot)
Attn: Copyright Agent
Email: dmca@currot.com
[Address to be updated]

10.4 Counter-Notification

If you believe your content was wrongly removed, you may submit a counter-notification containing:

1. Your physical or electronic signature
2. Identification of the removed material and its prior location
3. A statement under penalty of perjury that you have a good faith belief the material was removed by mistake
4. Your name, address, and telephone number, and consent to jurisdiction

10.5 Repeat Infringers

We will terminate the accounts of users who are repeat copyright infringers in appropriate circumstances.

11. Third-Party Services

11.1 Third-Party Content

The Service may contain links to third-party websites, services, or content not owned or controlled by Currot. We do not endorse or assume responsibility for any third-party content, websites, or services.

11.2 Third-Party Integrations

If you connect your account to third-party services (e.g., social media platforms), you authorize us to access and use certain information from those services. Your use of third-party services is subject to their terms and policies.

11.3 No Liability

We are not responsible for any damage or loss caused by your reliance on any third-party content, goods, or services available through the Service.

12. In-App Purchases

12.1 Virtual Items

We may offer virtual items, premium features, or subscriptions for purchase. These are licensed to you on a limited, personal, non-transferable, revocable basis.

12.2 Payment

All purchases are processed through the applicable app store (Apple App Store or Google Play). Your purchase is subject to the app store's payment terms. You agree to pay all applicable fees and taxes.

12.3 Subscriptions

Subscriptions automatically renew unless you cancel before the renewal date. You can manage and cancel subscriptions through your app store account settings.

12.4 Refunds

Refund requests are handled by the respective app store according to their policies. We do not directly process refunds for app store purchases.

12.5 Price Changes

We reserve the right to change prices for virtual items and subscriptions. Price changes for subscriptions will take effect at the start of the next subscription period.

13. Termination

13.1 Termination by You

You may stop using the Service at any time and delete your account through the app settings.

13.2 Termination by Us

We may suspend or terminate your account and access to the Service at any time, without prior notice, for any reason, including but not limited to:

• Violation of these Terms or our Community Guidelines
• Conduct that we determine is harmful to other users or our business
• Extended periods of inactivity
• Legal or regulatory requirements
• Discontinuation of the Service

13.3 Effect of Termination

Upon termination:

• Your right to access and use the Service will immediately cease
• You will lose access to your account and any associated content
• We may delete your account information and content
• Provisions of these Terms that should survive will remain in effect

13.4 Survival

Sections regarding intellectual property, disclaimers, limitation of liability, indemnification, and dispute resolution will survive termination.

14. Disclaimers

THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, WE DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

• IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT
• WARRANTIES THAT THE SERVICE WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED, TIMELY, SECURE, OR ERROR-FREE
• WARRANTIES REGARDING THE ACCURACY, RELIABILITY, OR COMPLETENESS OF ANY CONTENT
• WARRANTIES THAT DEFECTS WILL BE CORRECTED
• WARRANTIES THAT THE SERVICE IS FREE OF VIRUSES OR OTHER HARMFUL COMPONENTS

YOUR USE OF THE SERVICE IS AT YOUR SOLE RISK. WE DO NOT WARRANT OR GUARANTEE ANY SPECIFIC RESULTS FROM USE OF THE SERVICE.

15. Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW:

• NO CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES: IN NO EVENT SHALL CURROT, ITS AFFILIATES, DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, OR AGENTS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO LOSS OF PROFITS, DATA, USE, GOODWILL, OR OTHER INTANGIBLE LOSSES.
• DAMAGE CAP: OUR TOTAL LIABILITY FOR ANY CLAIMS UNDER THESE TERMS SHALL NOT EXCEED THE GREATER OF: (A) THE AMOUNT YOU PAID TO US IN THE 12 MONTHS PRIOR TO THE CLAIM, OR (B) $100 USD.
• BASIS OF BARGAIN: THE LIMITATIONS OF DAMAGES SET FORTH ABOVE ARE FUNDAMENTAL ELEMENTS OF THE BASIS OF THE BARGAIN BETWEEN US AND YOU.

SOME JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OF CERTAIN WARRANTIES OR LIMITATION OF LIABILITY FOR CERTAIN TYPES OF DAMAGES. IN SUCH JURISDICTIONS, OUR LIABILITY WILL BE LIMITED TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW.

16. Indemnification

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless Currot, its affiliates, licensors, and service providers, and its and their respective officers, directors, employees, contractors, agents, licensors, suppliers, successors, and assigns from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, judgments, awards, losses, costs, expenses, or fees (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of or relating to:

• Your violation of these Terms
• Your User Content
• Your violation of any third-party rights
• Your violation of any applicable law or regulation
• Your use of the Service

17. Governing Law

These Terms and any dispute arising out of or related to these Terms or the Service shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of California, United States, without regard to its conflict of law principles.

Subject to the arbitration provisions below, you agree to submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the state and federal courts located in San Francisco County, California for any disputes not subject to arbitration.

18. Dispute Resolution

18.1 Informal Resolution

Before filing any legal claim, you agree to try to resolve the dispute informally by contacting us at disputes@currot.com. We will attempt to resolve the dispute within 60 days.

18.2 Binding Arbitration

If the dispute is not resolved informally, you and Eliary Inc. agree to resolve any claims relating to these Terms or the Service through final and binding individual arbitration, except as set forth below. The arbitration will be administered by JAMS under its Streamlined Arbitration Rules and Procedures.

18.3 Arbitration Procedures

• The arbitration will be conducted in English
• The arbitrator's decision will be final and binding
• Judgment on the arbitration award may be entered in any court of competent jurisdiction
• For claims under $10,000, arbitration may be conducted by telephone or written submissions

18.4 Exceptions to Arbitration

The following disputes are not subject to arbitration:

• Claims that may be brought in small claims court
• Disputes related to intellectual property rights
• Claims for injunctive relief to prevent unauthorized use or abuse of the Service

18.5 Class Action Waiver

YOU AND ELIARY INC. AGREE THAT EACH MAY BRING CLAIMS AGAINST THE OTHER ONLY IN YOUR OR ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY, AND NOT AS A PLAINTIFF OR CLASS MEMBER IN ANY PURPORTED CLASS, CONSOLIDATED, OR REPRESENTATIVE PROCEEDING.

The arbitrator may not consolidate more than one person's claims and may not preside over any form of representative or class proceeding.

18.6 Opt-Out

You may opt out of this arbitration agreement by sending written notice to legal@currot.com within 30 days of first accepting these Terms. The notice must include your name, address, and a clear statement that you wish to opt out of this arbitration agreement.

18.7 Changes to This Section

We will provide 30 days' notice of any changes to this arbitration section. Changes will not apply to disputes arising before the effective date of the change.

19. General Provisions

19.1 Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and any other policies referenced herein, constitute the entire agreement between you and Eliary Inc. regarding the Service and supersede all prior agreements.

19.2 Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect, and the unenforceable provision will be modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it enforceable.

19.3 Waiver

Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms will not be considered a waiver of those rights. Any waiver must be in writing and signed by Eliary Inc.

19.4 Assignment

You may not assign or transfer these Terms or your rights under them without our prior written consent. We may assign our rights and obligations under these Terms without restriction.

19.5 Force Majeure

We will not be liable for any failure or delay in performing our obligations due to circumstances beyond our reasonable control, including natural disasters, war, terrorism, riots, government action, internet or telecommunications failures, or power outages.

19.6 No Third-Party Beneficiaries

These Terms do not create any third-party beneficiary rights, except as expressly stated (e.g., app store provisions).

19.7 Export Controls

You agree to comply with all applicable export and re-export control laws and regulations, including the Export Administration Regulations maintained by the U.S. Department of Commerce.

19.8 Government Users

If you are a U.S. government entity, the Service is provided as "commercial computer software" and "commercial computer software documentation" as defined in applicable regulations.

20. App Store Terms

20.1 Apple App Store

If you download the app from the Apple App Store, you acknowledge:

• These Terms are between you and Eliary Inc., not Apple
• Apple has no obligation to furnish maintenance or support for the app
• Apple is not responsible for any product warranties or claims
• Apple is not responsible for addressing any claims related to the app
• Apple is a third-party beneficiary of these Terms with the right to enforce them

20.2 Google Play Store

If you download the app from Google Play, you acknowledge:

• These Terms are between you and Eliary Inc., not Google
• Google has no obligation or liability with respect to the app
• You agree to comply with Google Play's terms of service

21. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. When we make changes:

• We will update the "Last updated" date at the top
• For material changes, we will provide notice through the app, email, or other means
• Your continued use after the effective date constitutes acceptance
• If you do not agree to the new Terms, you must stop using the Service

We encourage you to review these Terms periodically.

22. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or feedback about these Terms, please contact us:

General Inquiries:
team@currot.com

Legal Department:
legal@currot.com

Copyright/DMCA:
dmca@currot.com

Disputes:
disputes@currot.com

Mailing Address:
Eliary Inc. (operating as Currot)
Attn: Legal Department
[Address to be updated]