Terms of Use

DapUp – Terms and Conditions of Use

Effective Date: June 2, 2025
Jurisdiction – United States (State of Delaware, unless otherwise stated)

These Terms and Conditions ("Terms") govern your access to and use of the DapUp mobile application and related services ("App" or "Service"), owned and operated by DapUp Inc. (“Company,” “we,” “our,” or “us”). By registering, accessing, or using the App, you agree to these Terms and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, do not use the App.

 

1. Eligibility and User Requirements

  • You must be at least 18 years of age to create an account.
  • You represent that you have the legal capacity to enter into this agreement under applicable law.
  • Users under any restriction from using digital networking platforms (e.g., due to prior legal or platform violations) are not permitted to use DapUp.

 

2. Account Registration and Security

  • You agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information during registration.

  • You are solely responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your login credentials.

  • You must immediately notify us of any unauthorized use of your account.

  • DapUp reserves the right to suspend or terminate your account for any reason, including breach of these Terms or suspected fraudulent behavior.

3. Use of the App

DapUp facilitates networking connections through discovery of nearby users who share mutual contacts (based on address book permissions) and are in geographic proximity. Features may include, but are not limited to:

  • Discovery notifications when mutual contacts are nearby.

  • Sending and receiving connection requests.

  • Messaging post-connection (message requests).

  • Managing privacy and visibility settings.

You agree to:

  • Use the app only for lawful and personal purposes.
  • Interact respectfully with other users.
  • Not use the platform to harass, stalk, defame, or harm others.

 

4. User Content and Conduct

  • You are solely responsible for any content you post, share, or transmit through DapUp, including text, images, or other media.

  • You agree not to upload, distribute, or otherwise publish through the App any content that:

  • Is unlawful, defamatory, obscene, offensive, or promotes hate.

  • Violates any intellectual property rights or privacy rights.

  • Contains malware, spam, or unsolicited promotions.

  • We reserve the right to remove content or suspend accounts that violate these standards.

 

5. Privacy and Data Use

Your use of the App is subject to our Privacy Policy, which governs how we collect, use, store, and share your personal data. By using the App, you acknowledge and agree to:

  • Share location data for discovery functionality.

  • Allow access to contact lists for mutual connection logic.

  • Permit data usage for personalization, analytics, and security.

  • We comply with applicable U.S. privacy laws, including CCPA (for California residents) and COPPA (note: DapUp does not target children under 13).

 

6. Subscription Services and Payment

  • Certain features of DapUp may be available through paid subscriptions or one-time purchases.

  • Payments are processed securely via third-party providers (e.g., Stripe or Apple/Google Pay).

  • Subscriptions automatically renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current billing period.

  • No refunds are provided for unused periods, except where required by law.

 

7. Intellectual Property

  • All content, branding, features, and functionality of the App (including but not limited to software, design, text, logos, and trademarks) are the exclusive property of DapUp Inc. or its licensors.
  • You are granted a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, and revocable license to use the App for personal, non-commercial purposes.

 

8. Third-Party Services and Links

The App may include links to or integrations with third-party services (e.g., SMS gateways, app stores). We are not responsible for the content, terms, or policies of any third-party services. Your interaction with such services is governed by their respective terms.

 

9. Disclaimer of Warranties

To the fullest extent permitted by law:

  • The App is provided “as is” and “as available,” without warranties of any kind.
  • We do not warrant that the App will be uninterrupted, secure, or error-free.
  • No advice or information obtained through the App shall create any warranty.

 

10. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted under applicable law:

  • DapUp Inc. shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including loss of data, loss of goodwill, or lost opportunities, even if advised of the possibility.
  • Our total liability arising out of your use of the App shall not exceed the amount you paid to us in the past 12 months (if any).

 

11. Indemnification

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless DapUp Inc. and its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, losses, damages, liabilities, and expenses (including legal fees) arising from your:

  • Violation of these Terms
  • Use or misuse of the App
  • Violation of any law or rights of a third party

 

12. Termination

We may suspend or terminate your access at any time, without notice, if:

  • You violate these Terms

  • Your behavior presents risk, harm, or legal exposure

  • Required by applicable law or regulatory order

  • You may also delete your account at any time via the App settings.

 

13. Arbitration and Dispute Resolution

  • All disputes arising out of these Terms shall be resolved by binding arbitration in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association (AAA).

  • Arbitration shall be conducted in Delaware, and judgment on the arbitration award may be entered in any court of competent jurisdiction.

  • You waive your right to a jury trial and any class action proceeding.

 

14. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Delaware, without regard to conflict of law principles.

 

15. Changes to Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. If we make material changes, we will notify you via the App or by email. Continued use of the App after such updates constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms.

16. Contact Information

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

[legal@dapup.app]
DapUp Inc.