1. ACCEPTANCE AND SCOPE OF TERMS

These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your access to and use of DB8.info ("Platform", "Service") operated by VRLY Ventures LLC ("Company", "we", "us", "our"), a New Jersey limited liability company located at 1346 How Lane, Unit 7, North Brunswick Township, NJ 08901.

By accessing, browsing, or using our Platform, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and all applicable laws and regulations. If you do not agree to these Terms, you are prohibited from using or accessing this Platform.

2. ELIGIBILITY AND ACCOUNT REQUIREMENTS

Age Requirement: You must be at least 13 years old to use this Platform. Users under 18 require parental consent and are subject to content restrictions.

Geographic Restriction: This Platform is intended solely for users within the United States. By using this Platform from outside the United States, you acknowledge and agree that:

• You are accessing the Platform at your own risk and initiative
• You are solely responsible for compliance with local laws in your jurisdiction
• You waive any claims against DB8.info or VRLY Ventures LLC based on foreign laws or regulations
• You submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of New Jersey courts

3. USER-GENERATED CONTENT AND LIABILITY

User Responsibility: You are solely responsible for all content, posts, comments, debates, media, and other materials you submit, upload, or share on the Platform ("User Content"). This includes but is not limited to:

• The accuracy, completeness, and legality of your content
• Ensuring your content does not violate any laws, regulations, or third-party rights
• Any consequences arising from your content or participation in debates
• Compliance with intellectual property laws and obtaining necessary permissions

Platform Immunity: DB8.info, VRLY Ventures LLC, and our affiliates, officers, directors, employees, agents, and partners (collectively "DB8 Parties") are not responsible for and disclaim all liability related to:

• User-generated content of any kind
• Interactions between users, including debates, comments, or disputes
• The accuracy or reliability of user-provided information
• Outcomes of debates, voting, or community decisions
• Financial transactions between users (tips, pledges, subscriptions)

4. CONTENT MODERATION AND ENFORCEMENT

While we provide tools for community reporting and content moderation, we do not and cannot monitor all User Content. We reserve the right, but have no obligation, to:

• Remove or modify any User Content at our sole discretion
• Suspend or terminate user accounts for violations of these Terms
• Investigate reported violations and take appropriate action
• Cooperate with law enforcement when required by law

5. PROHIBITED CONDUCT

You agree not to use the Platform to:

• Post illegal, harmful, threatening, abusive, or harassing content
• Impersonate others or provide false information
• Violate intellectual property rights
• Distribute malware, spam, or engage in fraudulent activities
• Circumvent platform security or access restrictions
• Use automated tools to access or interact with the Platform
• Engage in activities that could damage or impair the Platform

6. FINANCIAL TRANSACTIONS AND VIRTUAL CURRENCY

The Platform includes financial features such as subscriptions, tips, pledges, and virtual currency ("Pebs"). You acknowledge that:

• All transactions are processed through third-party payment providers
• DB8 Parties are not responsible for payment processing errors or disputes
• Virtual currency has no real-world value outside the Platform
• We reserve the right to modify or discontinue financial features
• Chargebacks or payment disputes may result in account suspension

PEBS VIRTUAL CURRENCY - IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS

NO MONETARY VALUE: Pebs are virtual platform tokens with ZERO monetary value outside of DB8.info. Pebs are not:

• Legal tender, currency, or money in any jurisdiction
• Backed by any government, bank, or financial institution
• Redeemable for cash, cryptocurrency, or any real-world value
• Transferable outside the DB8.info platform
• An investment, security, or financial instrument of any kind

NON-REFUNDABLE TRANSACTIONS: All Peb-related transactions are FINAL and NON-REFUNDABLE:

• Peb purchases with real money cannot be refunded
• Peb transfers between users cannot be reversed
• Peb pledges to debates cannot be withdrawn once placed
• Peb expenditures on promotions, tips, or features are final
• Account termination results in complete loss of all Pebs

TRANSACTION CONSENT: By engaging in any Peb transaction (purchase, transfer, pledge, or expenditure), you explicitly acknowledge:

• You have read and agree to these Terms of Service
• You understand Pebs have no real-world monetary value
• You accept all transactions are final and non-refundable
• You assume all risks associated with virtual currency transactions
• You waive any claims for refunds, exchanges, or monetary compensation

7. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY

Platform Rights: The Platform's design, features, trademarks, and original content are owned by VRLY Ventures LLC and protected by intellectual property laws.

User Content License: By posting User Content, you grant DB8 Parties a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, display, reproduce, and distribute your content in connection with the Platform's operation.

8. DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES

THE PLATFORM IS PROVIDED "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND. DB8 PARTIES DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT.

9. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, DB8 PARTIES SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO LOST PROFITS, DATA LOSS, OR BUSINESS INTERRUPTION.

IN NO EVENT SHALL OUR TOTAL LIABILITY EXCEED THE AMOUNT YOU PAID TO US IN THE TWELVE MONTHS PRECEDING THE CLAIM, OR $100, WHICHEVER IS GREATER.

10. INDEMNIFICATION

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless DB8 Parties from any claims, damages, losses, or expenses (including attorney fees) arising from:

• Your use of the Platform or violation of these Terms
• Your User Content or interactions with other users
• Your violation of any third-party rights
• Any disputes or issues arising from your participation in debates

11. PRIVACY AND DATA PROTECTION

Your privacy is important to us. Please review our Privacy Policy, which also governs your use of the Platform, to understand our practices.

12. TERMINATION

We may suspend or terminate your account at any time, with or without cause or notice, including for violation of these Terms. Upon termination, your right to use the Platform ceases immediately.

13. GOVERNING LAW AND DISPUTE RESOLUTION

Jurisdiction: These Terms are governed by the laws of New Jersey and the United States, without regard to conflict of law principles.

Exclusive Venue: Any legal action or proceeding shall be brought exclusively in the state or federal courts located in Middlesex County, New Jersey.

Arbitration: Most disputes can be resolved through our support system. For disputes exceeding $10,000, binding arbitration may be required as specified in our separate Arbitration Agreement.

14. COMMUNICATIONS ELECTRONIC ACT COMPLIANCE

By using the Platform, you consent to receive electronic communications from us, including notices, agreements, and policies. These communications satisfy legal requirements for written notice.

15. SECTION 230 PROTECTION

DB8.info operates as an interactive computer service under 47 U.S.C. § 230. We are not liable for User Content and maintain immunity for content moderation decisions made in good faith.

16. SEVERABILITY AND ENTIRE AGREEMENT

If any provision of these Terms is found unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in full effect. These Terms, along with our Privacy Policy and Community Guidelines, constitute the entire agreement between you and DB8.info.

17. MODIFICATIONS

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting. Continued use of the Platform constitutes acceptance of modified Terms.

18. CONTACT INFORMATION

For questions about these Terms, contact us at: