Terms of Service
Welcome to Open Circuit. These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your use of the website at closethecircuit.org (the "Site"). By accessing or using the Site, you agree to these Terms. If you do not agree, please do not use the Site.
About Open Circuit
Open Circuit is a community nonprofit (in formation) that connects young people with professionals, workplaces, and real-world experiences. This Site is informational: it describes who we are and offers ways to get in touch and get involved. Taking part in any Open Circuit activity may involve separate sign-ups, consents, or agreements provided at that time.
Using the Site
You agree to use the Site lawfully and respectfully. You will not attempt to disrupt the Site, misuse our contact form, submit false information on behalf of others, upload harmful code, or collect information about other users. We may limit or suspend access if the Site is misused.
Contacting us and submissions
When you send us information through the contact form or by email, you confirm that the information is accurate and that you have the right to share it. Please do not send confidential or sensitive information that you do not want us to have. Our use of the information you send is described in our Privacy Policy.
Not professional advice
Content on the Site is provided for general information only. It is not legal, financial, medical, educational, or career advice, and it is not a substitute for guidance from a qualified professional. Participation in mentorship, tours, or other experiences is voluntary, and decisions you make based on the Site are your own responsibility.
Intellectual property
The Open Circuit name, logo, text, graphics, and other content on the Site are owned by Open Circuit or used with permission, and are protected by applicable laws. You may view and share links to the Site for personal, noncommercial purposes. You may not copy, reproduce, or use our branding or content for other purposes without our written permission.
Third-party links and services
The Site may link to or rely on third-party websites and services, including partner organizations and the providers that deliver our forms, email, analytics, and hosting. We do not control those third parties and are not responsible for their content, practices, or availability.
Disclaimers
The Site is provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis without warranties of any kind, whether express or implied, including warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and noninfringement. We do not warrant that the Site will be uninterrupted, error-free, or secure.
Limitation of liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Open Circuit and its founders, volunteers, and partners will not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising from your use of the Site or your inability to use it. Where liability cannot be excluded, it is limited to the maximum extent permitted by law.
Indemnification
You agree to hold Open Circuit harmless from claims and expenses arising out of your misuse of the Site or your violation of these Terms.
Governing law
These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Texas, without regard to its conflict-of-laws rules. Any dispute relating to the Site will be handled in the courts located in Texas.
Changes to these Terms
We may update these Terms as Open Circuit grows. When we do, we will revise the "last updated" date above. Continued use of the Site after changes means you accept the updated Terms.
Contact us
Questions about these Terms? Email [email protected].