Terms of Service - MindPool, Inc.

Effective Date: May 1, 2024

1. Introduction

Welcome to MindPool, Inc., a provider of decentralized finance (DeFi) education and tools. These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your access to and use of the MindPool, Inc. website, interfaces, and related services (collectively, the "Platform"). By accessing or using the Platform, you agree to be bound by these Terms.

2. The Platform

MindPool, Inc. provides software interfaces that allow users to interact with various DeFi protocols and educational resources. Our mission is to bridge the gap between traditional finance and DeFi through education, simplified interfaces, and guided experiences.

IMPORTANT: MindPool, Inc. provides only the interface software. We do not custody funds, act as a financial intermediary, broker transactions, provide financial advice, or control the underlying blockchain protocols once deployed. All transactions are executed directly on the blockchain via smart contracts.

3. Eligibility

You must be of legal age in your jurisdiction and capable of forming a binding contract to use the Platform. You are responsible for ensuring your use of the Platform complies with all applicable laws and regulations.

4. User Responsibilities

  • Wallet Security: You are solely responsible for the security of your blockchain wallet, private keys, and any associated credentials used to interact with the Platform. MindPool, Inc. never has access to your private keys. Loss of access to your wallet may result in permanent loss of your assets.
  • Understanding Risks: You acknowledge and accept the inherent risks associated with blockchain technology, smart contracts, and cryptocurrencies, including but not limited to:
    • Smart contract vulnerabilities (bugs, exploits).
    • Blockchain network issues (congestion, forks, 51% attacks).
    • Cryptocurrency volatility and potential loss of value.
    • Irreversibility of blockchain transactions.
    • Regulatory uncertainty.
  • Transaction Verification: You are responsible for verifying all transaction details before confirming them through your wallet.
  • Taxes: You are responsible for determining and paying any taxes applicable to your transactions conducted via our Platform.

5. Blockchain Protocols & Smart Contracts

The Platform interacts with decentralized, open-source smart contracts. While we may have deployed initial versions, MindPool, Inc. does not control these protocols after deployment. Interactions with blockchain protocols are permissionless and executed directly on the blockchain. We make no representations or warranties regarding the security, functionality, or integrity of the underlying smart contracts. Use them at your own risk.

6. Fees

Any interface fees charged by MindPool, Inc. will be clearly disclosed. Blockchain network fees (gas fees) are required to execute transactions and are paid directly to the network validators/miners, not MindPool, Inc.

7. Intellectual Property

The Platform interface, website content, branding, and logos are the property of MindPool, Inc. or its licensors. The underlying protocol smart contracts may be open-source under specific licenses.

8. Prohibited Activities

You agree not to engage in any activity that:

  • Violates any applicable laws or regulations.
  • Infringes on the rights of others.
  • Is fraudulent, deceptive, or malicious.
  • Attempts to interfere with the Platform (hacking, distributing malware, etc.).
  • Uses the Platform for illicit purposes (e.g., money laundering).

9. Disclaimers

THE PLATFORM AND RELATED PROTOCOLS ARE PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. MINDPOOL, INC. DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, TITLE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT.

MINDPOOL, INC. DOES NOT GUARANTEE THE ACCURACY, COMPLETENESS, OR RELIABILITY OF ANY INFORMATION ON THE PLATFORM OR THE SECURITY OR FUNCTIONALITY OF ANY PROTOCOLS. YOU ASSUME ALL RISKS ASSOCIATED WITH YOUR USE OF THE PLATFORM.

10. Limitation of Liability

TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, MINDPOOL, INC., ITS AFFILIATES, OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, AND AGENTS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, OR ANY LOSS OF PROFITS OR REVENUES, WHETHER INCURRED DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY, OR ANY LOSS OF DATA, USE, GOODWILL, OR OTHER INTANGIBLE LOSSES, RESULTING FROM:

  • YOUR ACCESS TO OR USE OF OR INABILITY TO ACCESS OR USE THE PLATFORM;
  • ANY CONDUCT OR CONTENT OF ANY THIRD PARTY ON THE PLATFORM;
  • ANY CONTENT OBTAINED FROM THE PLATFORM;
  • UNAUTHORIZED ACCESS, USE, OR ALTERATION OF YOUR TRANSMISSIONS OR CONTENT;
  • BUGS, VIRUSES, TROJAN HORSES, OR THE LIKE THAT MAY BE TRANSMITTED TO OR THROUGH OUR PLATFORM BY ANY THIRD PARTY;
  • ERRORS, MISTAKES, OR INACCURACIES OF CONTENT;
  • SMART CONTRACT FAILURES, EXPLOITS, OR BUGS;
  • BLOCKCHAIN NETWORK FAILURES OR ISSUES;
  • LOSS OF PRIVATE KEYS OR WALLET ACCESS.

11. Indemnification

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless MindPool, Inc. and its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, and agents from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses, including, without limitation, reasonable legal and accounting fees, arising out of or in any way connected with your access to or use of the Platform, or your violation of these Terms.

12. Modification of Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will provide notice of material changes by updating the "Effective Date" above and potentially through other means. Your continued use of the Platform after such modifications constitutes your acceptance of the new Terms.

13. Contact Information

For questions about these Terms, please contact us at [email protected]