Terms of Use

1. Agreement to Terms

These Terms of Use ("Terms") govern your use of the Big Island Hub for Transformational Teachings ("BIHTT") website and services. By accessing or using our platform, you agree to be bound by these Terms.

If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use our services.

2. Description of Service

BIHTT is a platform that connects spiritual seekers with authentic teachers and transformational experiences on the Big Island of Hawaii. Our services include:

• Teacher directory and profiles
• Event listings and RSVP functionality
• Blog and educational content
• Community features and messaging
• Payment processing for paid services

3. User Accounts

Account Creation

To access certain features, you must create an account. You agree to:

• Provide accurate and complete information
• Maintain the security of your password
• Update your information as needed
• Be responsible for all activities under your account

Teacher Accounts

Teachers who wish to list their services must:

• Complete the application process
• Provide accurate credentials and information
• Comply with our community guidelines
• Maintain professional standards in all interactions

4. Acceptable Use

You agree to use our platform responsibly. You may not:

• Violate any laws or regulations
• Harass, abuse, or harm other users
• Post false, misleading, or fraudulent content
• Spam or send unsolicited communications
• Infringe on intellectual property rights
• Attempt to hack or compromise our systems
• Use the platform for commercial purposes without permission
• Impersonate others or create fake accounts

5. Content Guidelines

User-Generated Content

You retain ownership of content you post but grant us a license to use it on our platform. All content must:

• Be respectful and appropriate
• Not violate others' rights
• Be accurate and truthful
• Comply with our community standards

Prohibited Content

Content that is illegal, harmful, discriminatory, or inappropriate is strictly prohibited.

6. Payment Terms

For paid services and subscriptions:

• All payments are processed securely through Stripe
• Fees are clearly displayed before purchase
• Subscriptions auto-renew unless cancelled
• Refunds are subject to our refund policy
• Teachers are responsible for their own tax obligations

7. Privacy

Your privacy is important to us. Please review our Privacy Policy to understand how we collect, use, and protect your information.

8. Intellectual Property

The BIHTT platform, including its design, features, and content, is protected by intellectual property laws. You may not:

• Copy, modify, or distribute our content without permission
• Use our trademarks or branding
• Reverse engineer our software
• Create derivative works based on our platform

9. Disclaimers

BIHTT provides a platform for connecting users but does not:

• Endorse or guarantee any teacher or service
• Verify credentials or qualifications
• Take responsibility for interactions between users
• Guarantee the availability or accuracy of content

Users are responsible for their own decisions and interactions on the platform.

10. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, BIHTT shall not be liable for:

• Indirect, incidental, or consequential damages
• Loss of profits, data, or business opportunities
• Actions or omissions of third-party users
• Technical issues or service interruptions

11. Termination

We may suspend or terminate your account if you violate these Terms. You may also delete your account at any time through your account settings.

Upon termination, your access to the platform will cease, but certain provisions of these Terms will continue to apply.

12. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Hawaii, United States. Any disputes will be resolved in the courts of Hawaii.

13. Changes to Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. We will notify users of significant changes and update the "Last updated" date. Continued use of the platform after changes constitutes acceptance of the new Terms.

14. Contact Information

If you have questions about these Terms, please contact us: