Terms and Conditions
1. Introduction
Welcome to Protocol VC (“we,” “us,” or “our”). These Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of our services, including any content, functionality, and services offered on or through our website www.protocol.vc (the “Site”) and our investment services (collectively, the “Services”).
By accessing or using our Services, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, you may not access or use our Services.
2. Eligibility
You must be at least 18 years old and have the legal capacity to enter into these Terms to use our Services. By using our Services, you represent and warrant that you meet these eligibility requirements.
3. Registration and Account
To use certain features of our Services, you may be required to register for an account. You agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information during the registration process and to update such information to keep it accurate, current, and complete. You are responsible for safeguarding your account information and for any activities or actions under your account.
4. Investment Advisory Services
We are a registered investment advisor with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”). Our Services include providing investment advice and managing investments in early-stage companies and digital assets. Our advisory services are subject to separate agreements and disclosures, which will be provided to you prior to engaging in any advisory relationship.
5. Investment Risks
Investments in early-stage companies and digital assets are speculative and involve a high degree of risk. You should be aware that you may lose some or all of your investment. We do not guarantee any specific results or returns on investments. Past performance is not indicative of future results.
6. Fees and Expenses
We charge fees for our investment advisory services, which are detailed in our advisory agreements and disclosures. You are responsible for any fees and expenses associated with your investments, including but not limited to management fees, performance fees, transaction fees, and other related costs.
7. Confidentiality and Privacy
We are committed to protecting your privacy. Our Privacy Policy, available on our Site, describes how we collect, use, and protect your personal information. You agree to maintain the confidentiality of any non-public information obtained through our Services and to use such information solely for the purpose of evaluating and managing your investments.
8. Compliance with Laws
You agree to comply with all applicable laws and regulations in connection with your use of our Services. This includes, but is not limited to, securities laws, anti-money laundering laws, and data protection regulations.
9. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, we disclaim all warranties, express or implied, regarding our Services. We will not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising out of or related to your use of our Services, even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages.
10. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Protocol VC, its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, and agents from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses, including reasonable attorney’s fees, arising out of or in any way connected with your access to or use of our Services or your violation of these Terms.
11. Amendments
We may update these Terms from time to time. If we make material changes, we will notify you by email or by posting a notice on our Site prior to the effective date of the changes. Your continued use of our Services after the effective date of the revised Terms constitutes your acceptance of the changes.
12. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution
These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of California, without regard to its conflict of law principles. Any disputes arising out of or in connection with these Terms will be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association.
13. Contact Us
If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us at contact@protocol.vc
By using our Services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to these Terms.