TERMS OF USE

Last Updated: February 1 2024.

Welcome to (Don’t) Hate Your Deck!

By using this website, (hereinafter: the “Website”), you, the person using the Website (hereinafter: the ‘User’, ‘You’, or ‘Your’) agree to the Terms of Use (hereinafter: the “TOU”). Please read the TOU carefully before using the Website. 

This agreement discloses the TOU of the Website https://www.hateyourdeck.com/ owned and operated by Hate Your Deck LLC, a Company in the state of New York (hereinafter: the “Company”, “Ourselves”, “We”, “Our” or “Us”). By accessing or using the Website, you hereby agree to be bound by the TOU incorporated herein, in addition to our Privacy Policy, Disclaimer and Terms of Purchase.

It is your responsibility to read this agreement prior to using the Website. If you do not expressly agree to all of the TOU outlined herein, then please do not access or use the Website.

ACCEPTANCE OF TERMS

1.1 The following TOU is a legally binding agreement that shall govern the relationship with the Company’s Users and any other parties that may interact or interface with the Company, the Website, and/or the Company’s subsidiaries and affiliates. The User’s access to, and use of, the Website signifies their acceptance and agreement to the TOU. 

PURPOSE

2.1 The Website is intended for promotional, informational, and educational purposes only. This purpose extends to all digital products and services purchased on or through the Website, inclusive of any communication between the User and the Company via email or telephone, or through any notices from announcements, newsletters, promotional materials, or social media marketing channels.

2.2 Any content on, or made available through, the Website is not guaranteed to be accurate, complete, reliable, current, or error-free. By using the Website, the User accepts and agrees that following any information, opinion(s) or recommendation(s) provided therein, and/or through any affiliated digital channels, is done at the User’s own risk.

2.3 The Company makes no guarantee of any kind regarding the potential income or results that can be generated through the use of the Company’s services, products or the Website. From time to time, the Company may publish testimonials from clients - however, the User must keep in mind that past results are not an indication or promise of their own present or future results. 

COPYRIGHT

3.1 All materials created by the Company on the Website, and by extension, any products and services sold or provided on or through the Website including, but not limited to, digital media, pictures, videos, contracts, manuals, wireframes, websites, codes, pdfs, resources, and/or step-by-step services, are protected by copyright law as original works. The absence of a registered copyright symbol does not mean that such materials are not protected as belonging to the Company.

3.2 The User agrees and understands that everything on the Website is the exclusive property of the Company, and the User hereby agrees:

I. Not to use any materials for any other purpose than what is expressly permitted in this agreement;

II. Not to distribute, share, sell, copy, exploit, reuse, duplicate or reproduce the Website in any medium;

III. Not to distribute, share, sell, copy, exploit, reuse, duplicate or reproduce in any medium, any materials or services purchased on or through the Website and/or any associated channels of the Company without the Company’s express written authorization to do so;

IV. That any violation of these TOU will be remedied by the highest degree permissible by law, accompanied by a monetary fine deemed adequate by applicable law;

V.  That each page of the Website is to be considered as a separate work under the copyright act, and each access of a page or product or service purchased and delivered to the customer is to be considered a separate publication of work under the copyright act. 

TRADEMARKS

4.1 The Company’s name and logo are trademarks of the Company. Any other names, words, titles, phrases, logos, designs, graphics, icons, and/or trademarks displayed on the Website may constitute registered or unregistered trademarks of the Company or affiliated third parties. While certain trademarks of third parties may be used by the Company under license, the display of third-party trademarks on the Website should not be taken to imply any relationship or license between the Company and the owner of said trademark, or to imply that the Company endorses the wares, services, or business of the owner of said trademark.

LICENSE OF INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY

5.1 Unless otherwise stated, the Company and/or its licensors own the property rights for all material on the Website and/or affiliated services, any digital products or services sold or downloaded through the Website’s services, as well as any and all materials that may appear on affiliated social media platforms, including, but not limited to, all social media accounts outlined therein. Examples of intellectual property found on the Website and within the Company’s products and services include, but are not limited to: trademarks, service marks, layouts, logos, business names, designs, text, written copy, certain images, podcast recordings, videos, audio files, and all of the Company’s paid products (collectively referred to as “intellectual property”). All intellectual property rights are reserved. If the Website contains information that the User can download, permission is granted to download copies of said materials for personal, non-commercial, transitory viewing only. 

5.2 This is the grant of a license, not a transfer of title. Under this license, the User may access the Website for personal use, but may not: 

    I. Modify, copy, republish, reproduce, or redistribute the Website materials; 

II. Use the Website materials, and any products or services sold through the Website, for any commercial purposes including, but not limited to: selling, renting, sub-licensing, and/or for any public display (commercial or non-commercial); 

III. Transfer the Website materials, and any products and/or services sold through the Website, to another party, or ‘mirror’ the materials on any other server. 

5.3 If such behavior outlined above is discovered or suspected, this license shall automatically terminate if the behavior is confirmed as a violation of any of these restrictions. The Company reserves the right to immediately revoke the User’s access to the Website, as well as any programs, services, or materials the User may have purchased through the Website or the Company, without refund, and reserves the right to prosecute any actionable infringement or misuse to the fullest extent of the law. Upon terminating the User’s access to these materials, or upon termination of this license, the User must destroy any downloaded materials in their possession whether in electronic or printed format. 

5.4 The Company further reserves the right to request that the User removes all links or any particular link thereof, linking to, or affiliating with, the Website. The User accepts to immediately remove any and all such links upon the Company’s request. 

5.5 The Website may use free stock photography as part of its design. All stock images used on the Website or by the Company have an irrevocable, non-exclusive copyright license to download, copy, distribute, use, and modify the photos free of charge, including for commercial purposes. Use of said stock photography is permissible under applicable laws without permission from the photographer or attributing the work to the photographer. 

5.6 The User must make an express request to the Company for written permission to use any content posted or displayed on the Website. The User can make their request known, by sending an application, in writing, via email to: info@hateyourdeck.com. 

LINK TO THIRD PARTY WEBSITES

6.1 The website may contain links to third-party websites and/or resources, which are not maintained by, or related to, the Company. The User acknowledges and agrees that the Company is not responsible for the availability of such links, resources and/or content, and the Company does not endorse, and is not responsible or liable for, any content, advertising, products, services, or other materials made available to or from these linked websites. The User understands that the Company accepts no liability, directly or indirectly, for any errors, damages, or omissions contained in any affiliated third-party websites. 

6.2 The website may also have links to affiliate programs. The Company reserves the right to link to products or services for which they earn a commission, affiliate fee, or referral fee (all of which are interchangeable and mean the same thing for the purposes of this Agreement). The Company will take reasonable measures to ensure that all affiliate links are labeled and disclaimed conspicuously.

SOCIAL MEDIA GUIDELINES

7.1 The TOU of the Website extends to the use of any and all social media pages on Facebook, Pinterest, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube or Tik Tok, or any posts containing any reviews or comments regarding the User’s access to services on these social media platforms or third-party websites.  The Company and the User endeavor to abide by the following social media guidelines:  

I. The Company reserves the right to remove, block and/or delete any comments that may be construed as bullying, name-calling, foul language or contrary to the Website or social media platform’s intended conversation of positivity, education and/or encouragement.

II. By using any and all social media pages affiliated with the Company, the User verifies that all information submitted is accurate and factual. Negative comments and/or complaints posted by the User may be construed as claims against the Company and may be subject to legal action.

III. The User further agrees to privately contact the Company with any concerns or suggestions prior to, and in replace of, posting publicly on any website or social media platform.

FEEDBACK, COMMENTS AND TESTIMONIALS

8.1 With the User’s prior or implied permission, the User thereby agrees that the Company has the right to use their feedback whether in the form of emails, submissions, surveys, comments, discussions,  calls, posts made on services and/or product-related forums, calls, or otherwise, for the purpose of marketing or promoting the Company and/or its services and products. The User understands that any comments posted on the Website or on the Company’s social media channels/profiles reflects the views and opinions of that person who made said posts, and not the views and opinions of the Company. The Company reserves the right to comment on, delete and/or edit any comment, image, video, or post made on the Website or on the Company’s social media channels and/or profiles.

SHARED INFORMATION NOT CONFIDENTIAL OR PRIVILEGED

9.1 The User understands that any information they provide or share with the Company directly or indirectly, by use of the Website, or affiliated social media channels, will not be treated as confidential or privileged. Also, any opinions expressed by another User is solely their own, and should not be considered as reflecting the opinion(s) of the Company. 

PURCHASE POLICY

10.1 If the User purchases a program, product or service from the Company, they may also enter one or more separate agreement(s) with the Company and will be subject to the Terms outlined in the TOU, and any accompanying agreements (that may include Terms of Purchase, or a private client agreement). The User agrees to be bound by all agreements and abide by the content therein. 

MODIFICATIONS AND CHANGES

11.1 The Company reserves the right, at its sole discretion, to modify, replace or revise the TOU for the Website at any time, and without notice. By continuing to access or use the Website after those revisions become effective, the User agrees to be bound by the revised TOU. If the User does not agree to the new TOU, they must immediately stop accessing the Website.

RELEASE OF CLAIMS, INDEMNITY AND LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

12.1 As a condition of the User’s use of the Website and/or the Company’s products and/or services, they hereby release the Company and its directors and affiliates against any and all liabilities, expenses (which include legal fees), and damages arising from claims resulting from the User’s use of the Website and/or the Company’s products and/or services. 

12.2 The User releases any right to claims against the Company to the maximum extent as permissible under applicable law. The User agrees that under no circumstances, will the Company be liable to any party for any type of damages resulting from, or claiming to result from, any use of, or reliance on the Company’s digital products, services, or the content found therein, and the User hereby releases the Company from any and all claims whether known now, or discovered at a later date. 

12.3 Except as expressly provided herein, or where prohibited by law, the maximum liability of the Company is the amount paid to the Company by the customer. 

SEVERABILITY:

13.1 If any provision of the TOU shall be held to be invalid or unenforceable for any reason, the remaining provisions shall continue to be valid and enforceable.

GOVERNING LAW:

14.1 Any claim relating to the Company or the Website shall be governed by the laws of the state of New York, United States of America without regard to its conflict of law provisions. 

ENTIRE AGREEMENT:

15.1 These TOU, read in combination with our Privacy Policy, Disclaimer and Terms of Purchase, constitute the entire agreement relating to the use of the Website. This agreement may not be amended or modified except by the Company. 

CONTACT

16.1 If the User has any questions about these TOU, please contact the Company at info@hateyourdeck.com.

PRIVACY POLICY

LAST UPDATED: February 15, 2024.

BY USING OUR WEBSITE, YOU, (HEREINAFTER: THE ‘USER’, ‘YOU’ OR ‘YOU’), AGREE TO OUR POLICIES AND PRACTICES CONTAINED HEREIN. PLEASE ENSURE THAT YOU READ THESE TERMS CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THIS SITE. 

Hate Your Deck LLC values its User’s privacy. This Policy discloses the privacy practices of https://www.hateyourdeck.com/ (hereinafter: the “Website”), owned by Hate Your Deck LLC, a Company in the State of New York (the “Company”, “We”, “Our” or “Us”). This Privacy Policy (herein: the “Policy”) is intended to help the User understand the collection and use of their data and personal information. This Policy applies solely to information collected by this Website, and any affiliated social media accounts.

The Company and the Website reserve the right to make changes to this Policy at any time. To ensure they are up to date, we advise the User to visit this page frequently for any changes or updates to our Privacy Policy. If the Company and/or Website uses any personally identifiable information collected through the Website, in any manner other than those initially prescribed at the time of collection, the User will be notified by email. 

By using this Website and affiliated social media accounts, the User is consenting to the data collection procedures expressed in this Policy. 

By accepting our Policy, you hereby acknowledge that you are above the age of consent and majority in your jurisdiction. Minors should not use this platform and, as such, we do not knowingly or intentionally collect, share, or use Personal Information from minors.  

INFORMATION THE WEBSITE COLLECTS, USES AND SHARES:

1.1  This Website provides several opportunities for the User to automatically “opt-in” to the collection and use of personal information by voluntarily providing the Company and/or Website with their personal information in exchange for opportunities provided by the company, including the receipt of incentives or free resources, being added to the Company email or subscriber lists, and/or by contacting the Company via the Website or its affiliated social media accounts. If the User elects to “opt-in” and provide the Company and/or Website with personal information for any of these purposes, the Company will collect the information provided, which may include the User’s name, email address, phone number, and/or the text content of any messages the Company receives. The Company will also process personal information in the form of comments, images, and/or videos that the User makes or shares on our blogs, social media pages, or any other online forum made currently available now, or in future. The User understands that their decision to provide any information to the Website and/or the Company in this manner is entirely voluntary, and constitutes the User’s clear and freely communicated consent to allow the Website and/or the Company to collect, process, and retain such information.

1.2  If the User elects to fill out the “contact us” portion of our Website, or provide us with any other communication data, including but not limited to that provided via email, social media messaging or posts, or text messages, the Website or Company may collect personal information including their name, email address, phone number, the information the User shared with that social media platform, as well as the text of any message sent electronically. This data will be processed based on the Website’s or the Company’s legitimate interest in communicating with the User, and/or answering any questions or concerns raised. We may also retain the aforementioned data to keep a record of any such communication.

1.3  If the User becomes a customer (the “Customer”), The company will collect additional information required to carry out and complete the purchase and sale of the goods and/or services as required as part of the course of doing business.  The data collected includes, but is not limited to, the Customer’s email address, billing address, credit card and/or payment information, and any other information necessary to complete due course of business between the Company and the Customer. The Company will only collect and process this data to fulfill their contractual obligation to the Customer, and will not retain this information for any longer than is necessary through the course of doing business.

1.4  If the User is on the Website or the Company’s email list as a result of the User’s consent, or as a result of the Website or Company’s legitimate interest in direct marketing engagement, the Website or Company may also utilize the User’s data to send targeted social media advertisements and/or upload User information into the Company’s social media accounts for the purposes of creating a targeted audience. To ensure compliance with the CAN-SPAM act, all emails from the Company or its affiliated accounts will clearly state the sender of the email, include clear instructions on how to unsubscribe from the mailing list, and provide a method for the User to contact the Company with any questions or concerns.

1.5  This Website may also collect information through automatic data collection technology, and may also use or send standard “cookies” to identify the User’s browser activity from time to time. The Website does not include any personally identifiable information in its cookies, and will not employ any other mechanisms (other than those discussed above) to capture data on its Website. The Website may use both session cookies (which expire once the User closes their browser) and persistent cookies (which stay on the User’s computer until deleted). The User can accept or decline cookies using web browser settings. If the User chooses to disable cookies, some areas of the Website may not work properly or at all. The Website does not respond to Do Not Track signals sent by the User’s browser.  

1.6  This Website may also collect data about the User’s navigation of the Website, browsing actions or patterns, computer equipment, IP addresses, internet connections, and other information enabled by User permissions including Google Analytics and Facebook Pixels, for the purposes of obtaining statistical data, improving the Website and/or the Company’s offerings, and/or ensuring that the User receives relevant information. If the Website utilizes any third-party technology, the Website will use this technology in compliance with all policies set forth by the third-party company. This Website may receive personal data from third parties including, but not limited to, Google, social media platforms, and internet search engines.

HOW AND WHY IT IS COLLECTED:

2.1 This Website collects the User’s personal information when they voluntarily and/or directly provide it to the Company in exchange for a free or paid resource, product, or service, or when the User fills out a form or sends an email to contact the Company.  The Website and/or Company does so in order to deliver the resource that the User has agreed to receive.  The Website may also track the User’s future interactions with other online content, and use personal information to keep the User informed about products and/or services they elected to receive, as well as any affiliated or comparable products and/or services that the Company believes might interest the User. The data will be collected following the User’s choice to manually enter and submit their information on the Website, in exchange for a good or service provided by the Company. No such data will be collected by the Company and/or Website, without the User taking explicit action to share their information.

2.2 This Website may also receive data from third parties including Google Analytics, Facebook, and other online advertising platforms. The Website will endeavor to utilize only those third-parties deemed GDPR-compliant, and who have either completed a data processing agreement with the Company, or have reviewed and confirmed their policies regarding data processing to ensure compliance.

HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION:

3.1 The User has the right to know and understand how their information will be used. The Website or Company will use the personally identifiable information that the User has voluntarily provided, in order to carry out the course of business, including to provide service(s) or product(s) requested, including free resources or incentives, trainings, newsletters, promotional emails, and/or to notify the User about any changes to our policies or services. This Website may also use the User’s personal data to form targeted audiences for the Company’s digital marketing campaigns, which includes uploading User data into our social media advertising platform(s).

3.2 Non-Personally Identifiable Information: Additional non-identifying information that is collected may be used to provide an overview of how people are accessing and using the Website; and will not be used for additional purposes.  The Website does not use any such data to make automated decisions. The Company and Website may also record some or all information to help create a better User experience. The Website may use information such as the User’s IP address to help diagnose technical problems with Company servers or our Website, to determine which portions of our Website receive the most traffic, and to understand which content is the most useful to our visitors. The User’s IP address will not personally identify them, and may be used for such limited purposes as outlined above, in order to improve the User experience.

HOW INFORMATION IS STORED AND SHARED:

4.1 The User has the right to know what information is stored (and not stored) and how it is processed. It is important to the Website and the Company to take appropriate measures to ensure that User information is kept confidential. User information is stored securely through a data management system.  The User understands that in doing so, there are limited purposes and/or occasions where the Website and the Company may share the User’s confidential information with a third party, including those who are providing technical support for the Website, or those who are members of our team, including legal and accounting service providers. To the extent of the Company’s abilities, any third parties who will have access to the User’s information will be required to keep such information confidential and will not share it with any unrelated parties outside of the limited scope for which they have been granted access. Information provided by the User will never be shared, sold, or given to any other Company or person without prior consent, other than what is required to complete a purchase or request made by the User, unless required to do so by law or by way of governmental requirements. This Website and Company require that all such third-parties treat the User’s personal information in accordance with the law, and will only allow third-parties to process the User’s personal data for specific, necessary purposes. 

4.2 Please be aware this Website may disclose information provided, if required to do so by law, if there is an honest, good-faith belief that such disclosure is necessary to protect the rights of our Website or of the Company, if any portion of our policies are being violated, to prevent or mitigate a belief that a crime may be committed, and/or to protect the safety or rights of other Users. This information may also be shared as a result of the sale of the Company or any branch of the Company, as well as with any joint venture partners or affiliate marketers, should the Company deem it necessary to share such information. This Website will always take all reasonable measures to protect and safeguard User data.

4.3 This Website, and the servers and parties which made this Website available on a global scale, are located within, and operate within, the United States of America. The internet laws of the United States of America govern any and all matters relating to this Website. Any information the User chooses to provide through this Website, including, but not limited to, subscribing to a newsletter, “opting-in” to receive a gift or incentive, sending the Company a message, and/or making a purchase, will be transferred to the United States of America for processing. That information may then be transferred within the United States of America or back out of the United States of America to other countries outside of the User’s country of residence, depending on the type of information, and how it is stored by the Website and the Company. Countries where data is transferred may not have data protection laws that are as comprehensive or protective as those in the User’s country of residence; however, our collection, storage, and use of the User’s personal data will, at all times, be governed by this Policy. By visiting the Website, the User acknowledges this information, and by submitting any personal data onto the Website, hereby authorizes the transfer and processing of this information. 

4.4 By collecting and using the User’s personal data, this Website is acting as a data controller, meaning we can determine what information is collected, how long it is stored, and what the personal data will be used for. This Website may utilize a third-party Company to act as a data processor, and/or to store information such as the names and email addresses that make up our email list. The Website and the Company have researched and concluded, to the best of our ability, that all third-party data processors used by the Website and the Company have advised that they are also compliant with general data protection regulations.

YOUR ACCESS TO, AND CONTROL OVER INFORMATION:

5.1 The User has the right to update, edit, or delete their information being held in the Company and/or Website database(s). It is also within the User’s right to opt-out of any future communications from the Company at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” button at the bottom of any email sent to the User from our mailing list, or by sending a direct email unsubscribe request to info@hateyourdeck.com. Should the User wish to:

·       See what data the Company holds about the User, if any,

·       Change/correct any data the Company holds about the User,

·       Ask the Company to delete any data the Company holds about the User,

·       Express any concern about the Company’s use of the User’s data,

The User can do so at any time, free of charge, by reaching out via the following email address: info@hateyourdeck.com. 

UNSUBSCRIBE OR OPT-OUT:

6.1 All Users and visitors to our Website have the option to discontinue receiving communications from us by way of email or newsletters. To discontinue or unsubscribe from our Website, please send an email to info@hateyourdeck.com indicating that you wish to unsubscribe, or click the “unsubscribe” button at the bottom of any email correspondence received by way of our distribution or mailing list. The Website and Company will continue to adhere to this Policy with respect to any personal information previously collected. 

INFORMATION PROTECTION AND DISCLOSURE:

7.1 The Website and the Company take precautions to protect the User’s information against unauthorized access, unlawful processing, accidental loss, destruction, and/or damage. Any information submitted to the Company via the Website is protected both online and offline. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or method of electronic storage is 100% guaranteed, therefore we can only guarantee a reasonable level of absolute security of the User’s personally identifiable information. 

7.2 Wherever this Website collects sensitive information, the data is encrypted and securely transmitted to the Company. The User can verify this by looking for a lock icon in the address bar and/or looking for “https” at the beginning of the address of the Web page. 

7.3 While the Website uses encryption to protect sensitive information transmitted online, we also protect the User’s information offline. Only employees who need the information to perform a specific job are granted access to personally identifiable User information. The computers/servers in which the Company stores personally identifiable information are kept in a secure environment. 

7.4 The Company has determined it is not required to appoint a Data Protection Officer as our core activities do not consist of processing operations that require regular and systematic monitoring of data subjects, nor do we process sensitive categories of data on a large scale.

HOW LONG WE KEEP YOUR INFORMATION:

8.1 The data this Website collects from the User will be stored no longer than necessary, based on the type of contract we have with the User, the existence of consent, the length of time that the User information remains relevant, the length of time it is reasonable to keep records to demonstrate that we have fulfilled our duties and obligations, any limitation period prescribed by law within which claims might be made, and our legitimate interest in keeping such information as stated in this Policy. In any event, the User’s information will only be kept for as long as the relevant data protection legislation allows.

CALIFORNIA PRIVACY RIGHTS:

9.1 This section applies to website visitors and customers in California. The CPRA, CCPA, CalOPPA and Shine the Light Law gives residents of California privacy rights. If the User resides in California, the User has the right to obtain from us, once per year and free of charge, information regarding what information we disclose to third party marketers, and the names and addresses of each third party to whom we disclose the Users data. As a California resident the User also has the right that we request not to sell the Users data.  

9.2 If the User is a California resident and under the age of 18, the User has the right to request that we remove any data that the User publicly posts on our website. To request removal of the Users data, please use the contact information listed below. Note that while we will remove your data that is publicly posted on our Site, we may not be able to completely remove that data from our systems.

9.3 If the User is a California resident, they have the right to request information from the Company regarding the manner in which we use and/or store the User’s personally identifiable information and share their information with any third-party. The Website does not respond to Do Not Track signals sent by the User’s browser. For more information about California Do Not Track and User rights as a California resident with respect to Personal Information, please visit: www.allaboutdnt.org.

9.4 If the User is a California resident and would like to make any of the above requests, please contact us at  info@hateyourdeck.com. If the User makes a request, we have 30 days to respond to you.

GDPR COMPLIANCE:

10.1 In order to ensure compliance with the European Union’s General Data Protection Regulation (‘GDPR’) the Website and the Company confirm we have lawful grounds for processing the information we collect from the User. If the User provides personal information via the Website “contact us” page, or sends us any other form of electronic communication, we will process the User’s data based on our legitimate interest to respond to User and/or Customer inquiries. If the User elects to receive communication from our Company by “opting in” and providing us with their name and email address in exchange for an incentive, free resource, training, and/or service, or if the User makes a purchase from the Company, the Company will process the User data solely for the purpose(s) it was collected, based on affirmative consent to do so.  The Company may also periodically send additional email marketing based upon a legitimate interest in marketing to Users that have shown an interest in the Company’s products or services. The Company may also give the User the option to be added to an email list, for the purposes of receiving a newsletter, information about products and services, and/or other information the Company believes may be of interest to the User.  This communication by the Company is based on the User’s decision to “opt-in” to one or more incentives and/or resources, and the Company will obtain User consent to do so. The User may withdraw consent at any time by contacting the website and requesting their personal information be edited, updated, or deleted. The Company does not collect any sensitive data, nor any information regarding criminal offenses or convictions. 

10.2 The data controller responsible for the User’s personal information for the purposes of GDPR compliance is: Michael Lightman, Hate Your Deck LLC, info@hateyourdeck.com. 

10.3 For more information regarding the User’s rights to their Personal Information in the European Union, please visit: https://ec.europa.eu/info/law/law-topic/data-protection/reform/rights-citizens_en.

PIPEDA COMPLIANCE:

11.1 If the User is a resident of Canada and a User of this Website, the user may request certain information regarding the disclosure of their personal information and shall be given access to that information. Users may also challenge the accuracy and completeness of the personal information the Company holds, and can request to have it amended as appropriate, if necessary. 

11.2 For more information regarding the User’s rights under Canada’s Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (‘PIPEDA’), please visit: https://www.priv.gc.ca/en/privacy-topics/privacy-laws-in-[Country]/the-personal-information-protection-and-electronic-documents-act-pipeda/

GOVERNING LAW:

12.1 Any claim relating to Hate Your Deck, LLCor this Website shall be governed by the laws of the state of New York, United States of America without regard to its conflict of law provisions. 

SEVERABILITY:

13.1 If any provision of the Privacy Policy shall be held to be invalid or unenforceable for any reason, the remaining provisions shall continue to be valid and enforceable.

HOW TO CONTACT US:

14.1 If the User has any questions or concerns regarding the Policy related to our Website, please feel free to contact us at the following email address: info@hateyourdeck.com or P.O. Box 744 Buffalo, NY 14207. If the User feels that the Website and/or the Company is not abiding by this Policy, they should do so immediately.

DISCLAIMER

Last Updated: February 15, 2024

This Website is owned and operated by Hate Your Deck, LLC, a Company in the state of New York, United States of America (hereinafter: the “Company”, “Ourselves”, “We”, “Our” or “Us”).  

By accessing or using this Website, https://www.hateyourdeck.com/, or anything made available on or through this Website, including but not limited to; programs, products, services, opt-ins, incentives, gifts, books, videos, webinars, blog posts, e-newsletters, consultations, e-mails, social media and/or other communications (hereinafter: the “Website”), you, the person using this Website (hereinafter: the ‘User’, ‘You’, or ‘Your’) accept or agree to our Disclaimer, along with the Terms of Use, Privacy Policy and Program Terms of Purchase.  

Please read this Disclaimer carefully before using the Website. If you do not expressly agree to the Disclaimer outlined herein, then please do not access or use the Website. 

FOR EDUCATIONAL AND INFORMATION PURPOSES ONLY

  1. The Website is intended for promotional, informational, and educational purposes only. This intention extends to all programs, digital products and/or services purchased on or through the Website, inclusive of any communication between you and the Company via email or telephone, or through any notices from announcements, newsletter, promotional materials, or social media marketing channels.
  1. All content is not guaranteed to be accurate, complete, reliable, current, or error-free. By using the Website, the User accepts and agrees that following any information or recommendations provided therein, and engaging with all channels of digital content is done at their own risk.
  1. The Company has established its proprietary Website and Programs in order to educate and inspire User’s to pursue their personal and business goals. However, the User hereby acknowledges that Company does not guarantee User’s goals, whatever the goals may be, will be reached by completing and implementing the advice and techniques in the Website or Programs. User accepts and agrees that User is 100% responsible for their results. User agrees there is no guarantee that User will attain their goals by using the Website or joining the programs or utilizing the tools, resources, or advice provided therein.

NOT PROFESSIONAL ADVICE

  1. The information contained on the Website is not intended as, and shall not be understood or construed as, professional advice. While the employees and/or owners of the Company are professionals, and the information provided on the Website relates to issues within the Company’s area of professionalism, the information contained on the Website is not a substitute for advice from a professional who is explicitly aware of the facts and circumstances pertaining to the User’s individual situation.
  1. The Company is not an employee, manager, lawyer, accountant, psychiatrist, psychologist, therapist, public relations manager, social media manager, doctor, counselor, business operations manager, financial analyst, business executive, or other agent of the User’s business.  
  1. Neither the Company nor any of its employees or owners shall be held liable or responsible for any errors or omissions on the Website or for any damage you, the User, may suffer as a result of failing to seek competent advice from a professional who is familiar with your situation.
  1. By using this Website, the User accepts personal responsibility for the results of their actions. The User agrees to take full responsibility for any harm or damage suffered as a result of the use, or non-use, of the information available on the Website. The User agrees to use judgment and conduct due diligence before taking any action or implementing any plan or policy suggested or recommended on the Website.
  1. The User understands that the Website is created to help User’s learn new skills and assist Users with finding their own direction. The Website may offer guidance regarding business or life decisions, but it is the responsibility of the User to make the final decision and choose the best option for themselves. User understands that the Website has been designed by the Company for general educational and informational purposes only, with the goal of teaching User’s new skills and providing Users with awareness of traditional business practices. Through the Website, the Company might provide guidance regarding business or life decisions, but it is ultimately the responsibility of the User’s (and only the User’s) to make the final decision for themselves. The Company expressly recommends that you, the User, seek advice from a professional.

USER’S PERSONAL RESPONSIBILITY

3.1 The User hereby acknowledges that Company is not liable for any injuries that may arise from User’s actions, omissions, or decisions based off User’s use of the Website, including but not limited to: a decision to leave a job, a decision to invest in an opportunity, a decision to start a business, any of User’s business decisions, any of User’s financial decisions. User hereby agrees to indemnify and hold harmless Company of any claims that may arise after use of the Website.

3.2 User hereby acknowledges that Company is not liable for any damages (including, without limitation, damages for loss of data or profit, or due to business interruption) arising out of the use or inability to view or use the materials or content in the Website, even if the Company has been notified orally or in writing of the possibility of such damage.

3.3 By using the Website, you accept personal responsibility for the results of your actions. You agree to take full responsibility for any harm or damage you suffer as a result of the use, or non-use, of the information available on the Website. You agree to use judgment and conduct due diligence before taking any action or implementing any plan or policy suggested or recommended on the Website.

EARNINGS DISCLAIMER

4.1 The Company makes no guarantee of any kind regarding potential income or results generated through the use of our services, products, programs or Website.

4.2 The User hereby acknowledges that the User is solely responsible for the amount and type of income that the User generates by implementing techniques and advice provided by the Website. The User also acknowledges that the Company can not, and does not, guarantee that the implementation of the information communicated via the Website will provide the User with lucrative business of any form. The User also agrees that they are solely responsible for any decisions they choose to make as a result of the information on the Website, and indemnifies the Company from any liability regarding said decisions.  By using the Company’s services, program(s) or Website, the User accepts any and all risks, foreseeable or unforeseeable, that should arise from such a transaction. The User agrees that the Company will not be held liable for any damages of any kind resulting or arising from the use or misuse of the Website. The User agrees that the use of the Website is at the User’s own risk.

4.3 From time to time, the Company may publish testimonials from clients or customers - however, the User must keep in mind that past results are not guaranteed to be typical, and are not an indication or promise of the User’s current or future results. Any earnings, income statements, or other related examples shown through the Website are only estimates of what might be possible for the User now or in the future. There can be no assurance as to any particular financial outcome based on the use of the Website. The User agrees that the Company is not responsible for the User’s earnings, the success or failure of the User’s personal and/or business decisions, the increase or decrease of the User’s finances or income level, or any other result of any kind that may befall the User as a result of information presented through the Website or the Company’s programs. The User is solely responsible for the User’s own results.

NO GUARANTEES

5.1 The User accepts and agrees that they are 100% responsible for their own results. The User agrees there is no guarantee that the User will attain their goals by using the Website or utilizing the tools, resources, or advice provided therein.

5.2 The User agrees that the Company has not made any guarantees about the results of taking or not taking any action, whether recommended on the Website or not.  

5.3 The User understands that their success or failure is the result of their own efforts, their individual situation, and innumerable other circumstances beyond the control and/or knowledge of the Company.  

TESTIMONIALS

6.1 From time to time, the Company may publish testimonials from clients or customers, which are intended for the purposes of demonstration only. The testimonials are actual statements made by clients and/or Users and have been truthfully conveyed on the Website. The results obtained by these clients or customers are not necessarily typical. The User agrees that past results are not an indication or promise of the User’s current or future results.

RELEASE OF CLAIMS, INDEMNITY AND LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

7.1 As a condition of your use of the Website, you hereby release the Company and its directors and affiliates from and against any and all liabilities, expenses (which include legal fees) and damages arising out of claims resulting from/or arising out of your use of the Website.

7.2 The User releases any right to claims against the Company to the maximum extent as permissible under applicable law. The User agrees that under no circumstances will the Company be liable to any party for any type of damages resulting or claiming to result from any use of or reliance on our Website, programs, digital products, our services or content found therein, and the User hereby releases the Company from any and all claims whether known now or discovered in the future.  

NO WARRANTIES

8.1 The information contained on this Website is provided on an “as is” basis. The Company makes no warranties regarding the performance or operation of the Website. The company further makes no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, as to the information, content, materials, documents, programs, products, books, or services included on, or made available, through the Website,  or on any third-party platforms or sites which may be accessed via a link on the Website, including any representations or warranties as to accuracy, timeliness, or completeness. To the fullest extent permissible under the law, the company disclaims all warranties, express or implied, including implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. The Company will not be liable or held responsible for any losses, injuries, or damages from the display, use, or reliance on any of the information contained on the Website.  

8.2 The Company is not responsible for a delay or denial of any products, failure of performance of any kind, interruption in the operation or use of the Website, attacks on the Website including computer viruses, hacking, and/or any other system failure or misuse of information or products.


ERRORS AND OMISSIONS

9.1 The Website is a public repository of general information that is intended, but not promised or guaranteed, to be correct, complete, and up-to-date. The Company has taken reasonable steps to ensure that the information contained in the Website is accurate, but the Company cannot represent that the Website is free from errors and/or omissions. The User accepts that the information contained on the Website may be erroneous, and agrees to conduct their own due diligence to verify any information obtained from the Website and/or any resources available on or through the Website, prior to taking action. The User expressly agrees not to rely upon any information contained in this Website.​


NO ENDORSEMENT  

10.1 Any references or links on the Company’s Website to the information, opinions, advice, programs, products, or services of any other individual, business, or entity does not constitute the Company’s formal endorsement. The Company is merely sharing information. The Company is not responsible for the content of the Website, including blogs, e-mails, videos, social media pages, programs, products and/or services of any other person, business or entity that may be linked or referenced in the Website. Conversely, should the Company’s Website appear in a link on any other Website, program, product or service, for or from any other individuals or businesses, it does not constitute the Company’s formal endorsement of these parties, their business, or their Website.

AFFILIATES

11.1 From time to time, the Company participates in affiliate marketing and may allow affiliate links to be included on some of the pages on the Website. This means that the Company may earn a commission if/when the User clicks on or makes purchases via affiliate links.

11.2 As a policy, the Company will only affiliate with products, services, coaches, consultants, and other experts that the Company believes will provide value to the User.

11.3 The Company will inform the User when one of the links contained in the Website or on the Company’s social media pages constitutes an affiliate link.

11.4 The User recognizes that it remains their personal responsibility to investigate whether any affiliate offers will benefit them and/or their business. The User will not rely on any recommendation, reference, or information provided by the Company but will instead conduct their own investigation, and will rely upon their own investigation to decide whether to purchase any affiliate product or service.

REVIEWS

12.1 The Company may provide reviews of products, services, or other resources. This may include reviews of books, services, facilities, and/or software applications. Any such reviews will represent the good-faith opinions of the author of the review. The products and services reviewed may be provided to the Company for free, or at a reduced price, as an incentive to provide a review. The Company will disclose the existence of any discounts or incentives received in exchange for providing a review of any product and/or service.  

12.2 Regardless of any such discounts, the Company will provide honest reviews of these products and/or services. The User recognizes that they should conduct their own due diligence and should not rely upon any review(s) provided on the Website or by the Company to make a decision.

COMMENTS

13.1 The Company welcomes comments on the Website. All comments submitted to the Website are the opinions of the author, and do not necessarily reflect or represent the views, policies or positions of the Company. The Company reserves the right to use its own discretion when determining whether or not to limit and/or remove offensive content, including comments or images, from the Website.  

SPONSORED POSTS

14.1 The Company is compensated monetarily or given free services or products in exchange for providing an opinion on products, services, websites and various other matters. Even though the Company may receive compensation for posts and/or advertisements on the Website or affiliated social media pages, the Company is committed to giving honest opinions, reviews, or experiences on sponsored topics, events, services, or products. Even if a post is sponsored, the views and opinions expressed on the sponsored post are purely that of the Company and do not constitute inducement or advice.

MODIFICATION AND CHANGES

15.1 We reserve the right to update and revise this Disclaimer at any time without notice to you. Your continued use of the Products and Website after we have updated the Disclaimer indicates your acceptance and agreement to the changes.

SEVERABILITY:

16.1 If any provision of the Disclaimer shall be held to be invalid or unenforceable for any reason, the remaining provisions shall continue to be valid and enforceable.

GOVERNING LAW:

17.1 Any claim relating to the Company or the Website shall be governed by the laws of the state of New York, United States of America without regard to its conflict of law provisions. 

ENTIRE AGREEMENT:

18.1 This Disclaimer, read in combination with our Privacy Policy, Terms of Use and Terms of Purchase, constitute the entire agreement relating to the use of the Website. This agreement may not be amended or modified except by the Company. 

CONTACT

19.1 If you have any questions about this Disclaimer, please contact the Company at info@hateyourdeck.com.

TERMS OF PURCHASE

Last Updated: February 1, 2024.


Thank you for enrolling in the (Don't) Hate Your Deck!

Please carefully review these Terms of Purchase. By purchasing the (Don't) Hate Your Deck Program, you are acknowledging and agreeing that you have been given reasonable access and opportunity to review these Terms of Purchase prior to your purchase. These Terms of Purchase are binding as of the date of purchase or access the (Don't) Hate Your Deck Program.

These Terms of Purchase are between you (hereinafter: the “Customer,” “You,” or “Your”) and  Hate Your Deck LLC, a Company in the state of New York (hereinafter: the “Company,” “We,” “Us,” or “Our”). The purpose of this Agreement is to govern the purchase of the (Don't) Hate Your Deck Program (hereinafter: the “Program”), whether made through the Company’s website at https://www.hateyourdeck.com/, any related domains or subdomains, or in person (hereinafter: the “Website”). Collectively, the Company and the Customer are the “Parties” to this Agreement, and each individually a “Party”.

Understand that by clicking the payment button, entering your credit card and/or debit card information, making a payment via cash, PayPal, Stripe, or other means, or by enrolling, subscribing, or otherwise agreeing electronically, verbally, or through any other method via the Website, you are agreeing to adhere to and be bound by these Terms of Purchase, together with the Terms of Use, Disclaimer and our Privacy Policy, all of which are hereby incorporated by reference (hereinafter: the “Terms” or “Agreement“):

1. INTRODUCTION

The Company offers online courses and educational materials designed for individuals and business owners. The Company has developed the Program to educate Customers on thinking about storytelling and building their fundraising deck.

The Program includes pre-recorded videos, live sessions, a private Program community, workbooks and/or other resources.

2. PROGRAM SPECIFICS

(a) The Program Includes

  • Pre-recorded videos
  • Live Group Sessions
  • Private Community access created exclusively for Program Customers
  • And may include presentation slides, workbooks and/or other resources to assist the Customer in better understanding the techniques and strategies discussed in the group.

There are five enrollment Packages for the Program: Essential, Premium, Executive, Upgrade, and Private Group. Customer has the option to select the preferred Package option at checkout and will be bound by that selection for the term of this Agreement and shall be obligated to make all payments pursuant to Customer’s selection.

(b) Program Packages and Access

  • Essential Package: Customers who select the Essential Package will have access to the self-paced Program and Community for 12 months. Customer access is activated immediately upon Program enrollment.
  • Premium Package: Customers who select the Premium Package will have access to the self-paced Program and Community for 12 months. Customer access is activated immediately upon Program enrollment. Customer additionally receives a one-on-one session with Michael Lightman for a total of one (1) hour. 
  • Executive Package: Customers who select the Executive Package will have access to the self-paced Program and Community for 12 months. Customer access is activated immediately upon Program enrollment. Customer additionally receives the Company’s Build Your Deck With Our Team Service, a separate Agreement will be provided for this service. 
  • Upgrade Package: Customers who select the Upgrade Package will have access to the self-paced Program and Community for 12 months. Customer access is activated immediately upon Program enrollment.
  • Private Group Package: Customers selecting the Private Group Package will be enrolled in an exclusive Program featuring three (3) live group lectures specifically designed for the Private Group. In addition to these live group lectures, Customers will receive access to the self-paced Program and Community for 12 months. Customer access is activated immediately upon Program enrollment.
  • Bonuses and Add-Ons: Enrolling in the Program does not automatically grant access to all potential bonuses. Certain bonuses may be available as paid add-ons and are subject to separate terms and conditions.
  • Substitution of Services: The Company reserves the right to substitute services with those of equal or comparable value to the Program if deemed necessary due to prevailing circumstances, as exclusively determined by the Company.
  • This Program may be distributed by Company either directly or through a third-party platform. Company reserves the right to substitute services equal to or comparable to the value of Program if reasonably required by the prevailing circumstances as determined by Company.

3. TERM

The Term of the Agreement shall be for at least as long as the Customer’s enrollment in the Program, with the exception of Sections 4, 5, 7 and 9 through 12, which shall survive the Term of this Agreement. 

4. PAYMENT & FEES

Upon execution of this Agreement, Customer agrees to pay to the Company the full purchase amount for the Program (hereinafter: the “Fee”), regardless of what payment option or Program Package Customer selects at checkout.

(a) Chargebacks

The Customer shall not threaten or make any chargebacks to the Company’s account, cancel the credit card that is provided as security or issue an Unauthorized Transaction claim with a third-party such as PayPal without the Company’s prior written consent. Company reserves the right to collect any and all monies owed by Customer to Company for the Program, by any means necessary within the parameters of the law. The Customer shall pay for any fees associated with recouping payment, including but not limited to, collections fees and attorneys’ fees. In the event of a chargeback, the Company reserves the right to report the incident to credit reporting agencies as a delinquent account.

In the event of a chargeback or payment cancellation, the Customer will be removed from the Program and blacklisted from future Programs by the Company. 

Customer can be removed from the blacklist under the sole discretion of the Company.

(b) Foreign Fees and Taxes

Company will not be held accountable or liable to pay any foreign fees or additional fees that are outside Company’s control, including but not limited to foreign transaction fees charged by Customer’s bank, exchange rates, and VAT or local taxes.

5. REFUND POLICY

The Company wants you, the Customer, to be 100% satisfied with the Program, but we also want to ensure that the Customer has given the Program a fair shot and has used their best effort to apply the methods and strategies (Customer must have completed the course and the homework assignments).

The Customer has thirty (30) days from the start date of the Program to request a complete refund. The refund request must be sent to info@hateyourdeck.com. After thirty (30) days from the start date of the Program, there are no refunds, and the Customer remains responsible for all payments due under this Agreement. Following cancellation and refund, you will lose access to all information, workshops, group communities and other Program content.

All refunds are subject to the discretion of the Company.  

6. TERMINATION

(a) Customer Termination: Customer dissatisfaction with Company and/or Program mentor’s subjective teaching style, independent judgment, methods, or other techniques are not valid reasons for termination of this Agreement or request of any monies returned to Customer. Even if Customer does not complete all portions of the Program, Customer is nevertheless responsible for all payments due and owed under this Agreement by making the first payment of the Program at checkout and executing this Agreement.

(b) Company Termination: Company is committed to providing quality service to all Customers. However, from time to time, situations arise that require the Company to terminate the Agreement before the Term ends. As such, Company reserves the right to terminate the Agreement for cause at any time during the Agreement, which includes, but is not limited to: 1) Customer fails to follow Program guidelines; 2) Customer is abusive or harasses Company or other Customers of the Program; 3) Customer proves to be difficult to work with; 4) for any other legitimate business purposes in the best interest of the Company. If any of the above causes triggered the termination of the Agreement by the Company, the Customer is still liable to pay the entire cost of the Agreement.

7. DISCLAIMERS

(a) The Company is not an employee, manager, lawyer, accountant, psychiatrist, psychologist, therapist, public relations manager, social media manager, doctor, counselor, business operations manager, financial analyst, business executive, or other agent of Customer’s business.

(b) Customer understands that the Program is created to help Customer learn new skills and assist Customer with finding their own direction. The Program may offer guidance regarding business or life decisions, but it is the responsibility of the Customer to make the final decision and choose the best option for themselves. Customer understands that the Program has been designed by Company for general educational and informational purposes only, with the goal of teaching Customer new skills and providing Customer with awareness of traditional business practices. Through the Program, the Company might provide guidance regarding business or life decisions, but it is ultimately the responsibility of the Customer (and only the Customer) to make the final decision.

Customer hereby acknowledges that Customer is solely responsible for the amount and type of income that Customer generates by implementing techniques and advice provided by Program. Customer also acknowledges that the Company cannot and does not guarantee that implementation of the Program will provide Customer with a lucrative business. Customer also agrees that they are solely responsible for any decision Customer makes and indemnifies the Company from any liability regarding said decision.  By using Company’s services and purchasing this Program, Customer accepts any and all risks, foreseeable or unforeseeable, arising from such a transaction. Customer agrees that Company will not be held liable for any damages of any kind resulting or arising from the use or misuse of the Program. 

Customer agrees that use of this Program is at Customer’s own risk.

(c) Customer hereby acknowledges that business and mindset coaching are subjective services and Company’s methods to provide this service may change in terms of style and/or technique. Company may use its personal judgment to provide the Program services to the Customer, even if these methods do not follow strict adherence to Customer’s suggestions.

(d) This Program may include access to third-party content, provided as a courtesy. Company is not responsible or liable for any third-party content inside the Program.

(e) This Program does not include: 1) procuring business or potential Customers for Customer; 2) performing any business management services for Customer, such as accounting, operations, research, or development; 3) therapy sessions in the form of psychotherapy, psychoanalysis, or behavioral therapy; 4) publicity, public relations and/or social media marketing services; 5) legal or financial advice; 6) introduction to Company’s professional network and business relationships; 7) unlimited feedback.

(f) Communication With Other Members

The Company shall not be held liable, either directly or indirectly, for any communications or interactions that the Customer engages in with other students within the Program, third-parties that may or may not be part of the Program or with individuals in third-party channels that are connected to or arise out of the Program. For instance, as part of the Program, the Company may encourage students to broaden their marketing message by collaborating with other third-parties. These are mere suggestions, and it is important to note that creating relationships and communicating with third-parties is the sole responsibility and at the sole discretion of the Customer. Company is not liable for the actions of those third-parties, nor is Company to be held responsible for any communications, conflicts, or damages that occur through Customer’s communication and/or collaboration with a third-party. While the Company will take reasonable measures to ensure there is no injurious communications inside the Program, it is the responsibility of all Customers to act with their own volition and discretion when communicating with others.

(g) Media Release For Live Sessions

Customer acknowledges that all live sessions of the Program are recorded. The Customer hereby grants the Company an irrevocable, perpetual, and royalty-free right to use their name, image, and likeness in connection with the recorded live sessions for the limited purpose of providing recorded videos of the live sessions to those within the Program for perpetuity.

Customer hereby agrees that they shall not have the right to request, demand, or otherwise insist upon the Company to remove, edit, unpublish, or otherwise alter the content of the live session recordings once they are released and published on the Program portal or any external platform. All such recordings are subject to the sole discretion of the Company in terms of content, editing, and publication. Any requests by the Customer to edit, remove, or alter live sessions recordings will be considered but are not guaranteed and remain at the sole discretion of the Company. 

This release is binding and continues in perpetuity, allowing the Company unrestricted use of the recorded live sessions as described herein. 

8. CUSTOMER’S RESPONSIBILITIES

(a) Program Limitation And Customer Accountability –

The Program is designed solely for educational purposes. The Company has established its proprietary Program in order to educate and inspire Customer to pursue their personal and business goals. However, Customer hereby acknowledges that Company does not guarantee Customer’s goals, whatever the goals may be, will be reached by completing and implementing the advice and techniques in the Program. Customer accepts and agrees that Customer is 100% responsible for their results from the Program. Customer acknowledges that, as with any investment, there is an inherent risk associated. As such, Customer agrees there is no guarantee that Customer will attain their goals by simply enrolling in the Program or utilizing the tools, resources, or advice provided therein.

Nevertheless, Customer acknowledges that they can optimize their potential results from the Program by adhering to the following:

  • Watching all lesson recordings.
  • Thoughtful and meaningful participation in live sessions.
  • Applying feedback received within the Program.
  • Engage with the Program’s private community.
  • Completion of all Program material, including assignments and worksheets if applicable.
  • Committing to the Program.
  • Taking 100% responsibility for Customer’s results, 100% of the time.

(b) Community Guidelines

By participating in the Program and executing this Agreement, Customer hereby agrees to abide by all Company Program Community Guidelines, which are as follows:

  • Treat others online as you would treat them in real life.
  • Communicate with courtesy and respect.
  • Do not use defamatory remarks or make false statements against others.
  • Do not post prejudiced comments or profanity.
  • Refrain from bullying, harassment, hate speech, spam, solicitation, etc.

(c) Zero Tolerance Policy

Company employs a Zero Tolerance policy inside the Program as it pertains to harassment of Company representatives and/or other Customers inside the Program.

“Harassment” shall include, but is not limited to, abusive language (i.e., excessive cursing, threatening language, name-calling), volume of messages (i.e., demanding responses or sending back-to-back messages without awaiting a reasonable time to allow a response), unwanted communications (i.e., with other students through private channels or DMs), hate speech, intimidation, racial slurs, mocking others, displaying disgust towards others, and more.

If Customer or any other student harasses a Company member or other Customers or student inside the Program, Company will give one (1) warning to Customer or the student to modify their behavior. A second incident will result in immediate removal from the Program without a refund. Decisions regarding harassment are at the Company’s discretion, based on evidence such as writings, emails, and screenshots.

(d) Disputes & Customer Support

For any issues related to the Program, whether technical, substantive, or otherwise, Customers are to address them through designated private channels to avoid disrupting the community platform. All questions or concerns should be directed to info@hateyourdeck.com.

9. NON-DISCLOSURE, CONFIDENTIALITY & NON-DISPARAGEMENT

(a) Confidential Information & Non-Disclosure

The Company regards the information provided in its Programs as proprietary and confidential. As such, Customer agrees and acknowledges all Confidential Information shared through this Program and by the Company is confidential, proprietary, and belongs exclusively to the Company.

Confidential Information” includes, but is not limited to:

  • Any systems, sequences, processes or steps shared with Customer;
  • Any information disclosed in association with this Agreement;
  • Any systems, sequences, processes, or trade secrets in connection with the Program or Company’s business practices.

The Customer agrees not to disclose, share, or use this Confidential Information outside the scope of the Program without express written permission from the Company. Breach of this confidentiality obligation may result in legal action and termination from the Program.

(b) Group Container

Participants in the Program, as well as in any related third-party channels associated with the Program, may from time to time share sensitive, personal, or confidential information within these group settings. By participating in the Program and these related channels, all Customers acknowledge and understand the private nature of such disclosures. Accordingly, each Customer commits to maintaining the confidentiality of all information shared by fellow participants, both within the Program and in any associated third-party channels. This commitment to uphold confidentiality is crucial for fostering a safe, respectful, and trusting environment across all platforms connected to the Program.

(c) Testimonials

Use of Customer Success Stories: While the Company is committed to protecting the Customer’s personally identifiable information, it may occasionally use general statements about the Customer’s success as testimonials in its marketing efforts. By agreeing to these Terms, the Customer consents to the Company using their success stories in various media at the Company’s discretion.

Submission of Testimonials: The Company may request testimonials about the Program from the Customer in various formats, including video, audio, or written statements. By submitting a testimonial, the Customer agrees that the Company may use their name, voice, image, and any provided biographical or descriptive materials in connection with the testimonial. This may include edits or alterations to the testimonial, provided that the overall meaning is not significantly altered. Both parties shall implement their best effort to protect Confidential Information from disclosure, misuses, misappropriation, loss, and theft.

No Obligation to Use Testimonials: Submission of a testimonial does not guarantee its use. The Company reserves the sole discretion to decide whether or not to use any submitted testimonials.

Consideration and Release: The Customer acknowledges that they will not receive financial or any other compensation for their testimonial, aside from any potential goodwill and publicity associated with its use. The Customer also agrees to indemnify and hold harmless the Company, its officers, directors, agents, and employees from any claims or liabilities arising from the use of their testimonial, including but not limited to claims related to privacy, appropriation of name or likeness, defamation or right of personality or publicity.

Non-Disparagement: In providing a testimonial, the Customer agrees not to make any claims against the Company regarding its use of the testimonial.

(d) Non-Disparagement

The Customer agrees to abstain from making any statements, either verbally or in writing, that could negatively affect or harm the reputation, business practices, services, or programs of the Company, both during their participation in the Program and following its completion. This includes avoiding comments that could be construed as damaging to the Company's public image or business interests.

10. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY & LIMITED LICENSE

(a) Intellectual Property

This Program and the related content shall be considered intellectual property owned by Company. The content and components of this Program, including but not limited to trademarks, service marks, layout, logos, business names, course/program/module names, design, text, written copy, images, podcast recordings, workbooks, videos, audio files, and all other materials provided in our Programs, are the exclusive intellectual property of the Company (collectively referred to as “Intellectual Property”). 

(b) Limited License

The Company grants the Customer a limited, personal, non-exclusive, and non-transferable license to use the Intellectual Property solely for the Customer’s personal use and internal business purposes. This Agreement does not transfer ownership or grant any rights to the Company’s Intellectual Property beyond those explicitly stated herein. The Customer acknowledges that their access to the Program is intended for their individual use only.

Restrictions on Use: The Customer is prohibited from copying, reproducing, transmitting, modifying, creating derivative works, altering, selling, or distributing any part of the Program or its content without prior written consent from the Company. This includes unauthorized sharing of the Program or any of its components with non-enrolled individuals.

Protection of Intellectual Property: Any unauthorized use of the Company’s Intellectual Property, including any attempt to replicate, redistribute, or resell the Program or its parts, constitutes a violation of this Agreement and may result in legal action and termination of the Customer’s access to the Program.

Additional Restrictions for Business Owners/Professionals: If Customer is also a business owner or professional in a similar industry, they are specifically prohibited from:

  • Teaching or sharing any Company information, methods, solutions, or formulae with their own customers/audience as if it were their own creation.
  • Using any of the Program's content or material for their commercial purposes.
  • Replicating, publishing, transmitting, transferring, selling, creating derivative works from, or exploiting any of the Company's Intellectual Property without written consent.

(c) Infringement

Company’s Right to Terminate for Suspicion of Infringement: If the Company suspects that the Customer has breached any of the Intellectual Property restrictions outlined in this Agreement, it reserves the right to terminate the Customer’s access to the Program at any time.

The definition of suspicion includes but is not limited to: identification of Customers content that is based off of Company’s proprietary framework; identification of Customer content that is almost identical and/or confusingly similar to Company’s content; Receipt of third-party notices indicating potential similarities or infringements between the Customer's and the Company's content.

Initial Action: In the event that the Company receives information from a third-party that a Customer has misappropriated or used any of the intellectual property belonging to the Company, the Company reserves the right to: immediately remove Customers access to the Program and any other programs created by the Company and investigate Customers usage of the Intellectual Property.

Consequences of Confirmed Infringement: If it is found that the Customer violates any restrictions regarding Company’s Intellectual Property, the Customers limited license will automatically be revoked and terminated, the Customer will be blacklisted from any future programs or content belonging to Company, and the Customer must destroy any downloaded materials in Customer’s possession whether in electronic or printed format.

Legal and Financial Repercussions: If it is found that the Customer violates any restrictions regarding Company’s Intellectual Property, the Company will seek all legal and equitable remedies against the Customer. The Customer will be required to cover all fees necessary to enforce these rights including but not limited to legal fees, administrative costs and funds spent on investigation.

In other words, if there is a breach of Intellectual Property, the Customer will be required to cover all fees necessary to enforce these rights

11. INDEMNIFICATION / LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

Liability for Customer's Decisions and Actions: The Customer acknowledges that the Company shall not be held liable for any consequences resulting from the Customer’s actions, omissions, or decisions influenced by their participation in the Program. This includes, but is not limited to, decisions such as leaving a job, investing in opportunities, starting a business, and any other business or financial decisions made by the Customer. The Customer agrees to indemnify and hold harmless the Company from any claims or liabilities that may arise following their use of the Program.

Liability for Program Content and Accessibility: The Customer acknowledges that the Company shall not be liable for any damages, including but not limited to those resulting from the loss of data or profit, or due to business interruption. This encompasses any issues arising from both the use of, and the inability to use, the materials or content of the Program. This limitation of liability holds even if the Company has been previously informed, whether orally or in writing, about the possibility of such damages.

Accessibility Through Third-Party Platforms: Access to the Program is facilitated through third-party platforms such as CircleCo, Inc.  (“Circle”), MeetButter ApS’s (“Butter”), WebActix Ltd. (“Thrivecart”), Notion Labs Inc. (“Notion”), Zoom Video Communications, Inc. (“Zoom”), Zapier Inc. (“Zapier”), and Typeform SL (“Typeform”) or other similar platforms. The Company is not responsible for any limitations in accessing the Program that are attributable to these third-party platforms or any other third-party services used in delivering the Program. This includes any issues arising from the use of services like Circle, Butter, Notion, Zoom, Zapier, Typeform, or other similar platforms. The Customer acknowledges that the Company’s liability does not extend to problems caused by these third-party platforms.

12. GENERAL

A. Entire Agreement

This Agreement reflects the entire agreement between the parties. This Agreement trumps any other existing negotiations, communications or Agreements between the parties, whether written, oral, or electronic, and is the full extent of the Agreement between the parties.

B. Headings & Severability

Headings are included for convenience purposes only and shall not affect the construction of this Agreement. 

If any portion of this Agreement is held to be unenforceable, it shall not affect the remaining portions of the Agreement, which shall remain in full effect. If any portion of this Agreement is held to be unenforceable, then the unenforceable portion shall be construed in compliance with applicable law in a light most favorable to the original intentions of the parties. If the unenforceable portion of the Agreement is found by a competent court of this jurisdiction to be contrary to law, then it shall be changed and interpreted to best reflect the original intentions of the parties, and all other provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

C. All Rights Reserved

All rights not expressly granted in this Agreement are reserved by the Company.

D. Governing Law

Company is located in the United States and is subject to the applicable laws governing the United States of America. The governing law for this Agreement is the laws of New York. In any dispute litigation related to this Agreement, the substantially prevailing party is entitled to recover reasonable legal fees and costs, including expert costs, subject to applicable law.

E. Arbitration

If any dispute arises out of or related to a claimed breach of this Agreement or any other disagreement of any nature, type, or description regardless of the facts of the legal theories which may be involved, such dispute shall be resolved by binding arbitration by a single arbitrator in the State of New York. If the Company is deemed the successful party to the dispute, the Company will be entitled to costs and fees incurred in resolving or settling the dispute, in addition to any other relief to which the Company may be entitled.

In the event of a dispute, you agree not to engage in any conduct or communications, public or private, including on social media, that disparage our Company, our Programs, Products and Services, or Program Materials. This does not prevent you from sharing your thoughts and opinions as part of the legal process where required by law or arbitration.

F. Jury and Class Action Waiver –

YOU WAIVE THE RIGHT TO A TRIAL BY JURY, TO PARTICIPATE IN A CLASS ACTION, OR TO SEEK REMEDIES BEYOND THE EXTENT NECESSARY TO PROVIDE INDIVIDUALIZED RELIEF. YOU AGREE NOT TO ACT AS A PLAINTIFF OR CLASS MEMBER IN ANY PURPORTED OR DE FACTO CLASS OR REPRESENTATIVE PROCEEDING, OR AS A PRIVATE ATTORNEY GENERAL OR ON BEHALF OF THE GENERAL PUBLIC.

G. Transfer and Assignment

You are not permitted to transfer or assign any of your rights under these Terms to a third party without obtaining express written consent from the Company first.

H. Injunctive Relief

Your breach of this Agreement is likely to cause immediate and/or irreparable harm to the Company. As such, we may seek injunctive relief against you without the need to post bond or similar security. 

I. Time Limitation –

Any dispute(s) must be filed within one (1) year after purchase and you waive any statute of limitations to the contrary.

J. Waiver –

The failure by us to exercise or enforce any right or provision of these Terms shall not operate as a waiver of such right or provision. Any waiver of these Terms by us must be expressly set out in writing.

K. Maximum Damages

You acknowledge that the maximum damages you are entitled to in any claim arising from this Agreement or your participation in the Program will not exceed the total cost you paid for the Program.

L. Age Limitations –

By making a payment or enrolling through the Website, you confirm that you meet all legal age requirements in your jurisdiction necessary to use this Website and/or purchase any Products. This is an acknowledgment of your capacity to fulfill all obligations under these Terms.

M. Modification and Changes –

We reserve the right to update and revise these Terms at any time without notice to you.  Your continued use of the Products and Website after we have updated the Terms indicates your acceptance and agreement to the changes.

N. Force Majeure –

To the extent that any failure or delay in our delivery of the Products under these Terms is caused by or results from acts or circumstances beyond our reasonable control, we will not be liable or responsible to you and the same will not be considered a breach of these Terms.  Such acts or circumstances beyond our reasonable control could include, without limitation, acts of God, fire, flood, earthquake, natural disasters, cyber-attacks, terrorism, revolution, insurrection, civil unrest, national emergency, epidemic, pandemic, labor disputes, supply chain restraints or delays in obtaining suitable materials, materials breakdown, telecommunications breakdown, or power outage.

O. Execution – 

By checking the checkbox on the Program checkout page, clicking the payment button, entering your credit card and/or debit card information, making a payment via cash, PayPal, Stripe, or other means, or by enrolling, subscribing, or otherwise agreeing electronically, verbally, or through any other method via the Website, you agree to accept and be bound by the terms of this Agreement in its entirety.