Terms of Service

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using the Ârc website (thearccity.com) and services, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use our services.

2. Description of Services

Ârc provides a platform for individuals interested in joining our community focused on building the future of cities and governance. Our services include membership programs, educational content, community access, and related offerings.

3. Eligibility

You must be at least 18 years old to use our services. By using our services, you represent and warrant that you meet this requirement and have the legal capacity to enter into these terms.

4. User Accounts

When you create an account with us, you agree to:

• Provide accurate and complete information
• Maintain the security of your account credentials
• Notify us immediately of any unauthorized access
• Accept responsibility for all activities under your account

5. Membership and Payments

For paid memberships:

• All fees are stated in USD and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified
• Payment processing is handled securely through Stripe
• Membership benefits are subject to the specific tier selected
• We reserve the right to modify pricing with reasonable notice

6. Acceptable Use

You agree not to:

• Use our services for any unlawful purpose
• Harass, abuse, or harm other community members
• Share false or misleading information
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems
• Infringe on intellectual property rights
• Use automated systems to access our services without permission

7. Intellectual Property

All content on the Ârc website, including text, graphics, logos, images, and software, is the property of Ârc or its licensors and is protected by intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works without our express written permission.

8. User Content

By submitting content to our platform, you grant Ârc a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, and display such content in connection with our services. You retain ownership of your content and are responsible for ensuring it does not violate any third-party rights.

9. Disclaimer of Warranties

Our services are provided "as is" and "as available" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. We do not guarantee that our services will be uninterrupted, secure, or error-free.

10. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, Ârc shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of our services. Our total liability shall not exceed the amount you paid to us in the twelve months preceding the claim.

11. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Ârc and its officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, losses, or expenses arising from your use of our services or violation of these terms.

12. Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access to our services at any time, with or without cause, and with or without notice. Upon termination, your right to use our services will immediately cease.

13. Governing Law

These Terms of Service shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Montenegro, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

14. Changes to Terms

We may modify these terms at any time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated terms on our website. Your continued use of our services after such changes constitutes acceptance of the new terms.

15. Contact Us

If you have any questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us at:

Email: hello@thearccity.com