Terms of service

Last Updated: July 1, 2025

1. Introduction

Welcome to Universal Tech Movement (UTM). By accessing our website at www.joinutm.org ("Site"), you agree to these Terms of Service ("Terms"). Please read them carefully.

2. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using the Site, you agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use the Site.

3. Changes to Terms

UTM reserves the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will notify users of any changes by updating the "Last Updated" date. Continued use of the Site after any modifications indicates your acceptance of the updated Terms.

4. Site Access and Usage

4.1 Eligibility

You must be at least 13 years old to use this Site. By using the Site, you represent that you meet this requirement.

4.2 User Account

Some features may require registration. You agree to provide accurate information and keep it updated. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials.

4.3 Prohibited Activities

You agree not to:

  • Use the Site for any illegal purpose

  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any portion of the Site

  • Interfere with the Site's operation

  • Upload or transmit malicious code

  • Collect user information without consent

  • Impersonate others

5. Intellectual Property

5.1 Ownership

All content on the Site, including text, graphics, logos, and software, is the property of UTM or its licensors and is protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws.

5.2 Limited License

We grant you a limited, non-exclusive license to access and use the Site for personal, non-commercial purposes.

6. User Content

6.1 Responsibility

You are responsible for any content you submit to the Site. You represent that you have all necessary rights to submit such content.

6.2 License Grant

By submitting content, you grant UTM a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, modify, reproduce, and distribute that content.

7. Privacy

Your use of the Site is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference.

8. Third-Party Links

The Site may contain links to third-party websites. UTM is not responsible for the content or practices of these sites.

9. Disclaimer of Warranties

THE SITE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" WITHOUT ANY WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. UTM DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES, INCLUDING MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.

10. Limitation of Liability

UTM SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES ARISING FROM YOUR USE OF THE SITE.

11. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless UTM from any claims arising from your use of the Site or violation of these Terms.

12. Program Participation

12.1 Event Registration

Registration for UTM events may be subject to additional terms and conditions.

12.2 Program Guidelines

Participants in UTM programs must adhere to program-specific guidelines and codes of conduct.

13. Donations and Contributions

13.1 Processing

Donations are processed through secure third-party payment processors. Additional terms may apply.

13.2 Tax Deductions

UTM is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Donations may be tax-deductible as allowed by law.

14. Termination

UTM reserves the right to terminate or suspend your access to the Site at any time, without notice, for any reason.

15. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Texas, without regard to conflicts of law principles.

16. Contact Information

For questions about these Terms, please contact us at: Universal Tech Movement (UTM) contact@joinutm.org 6633 E Hwy 290 #212, Austin, TX (512) 300-0481

17. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.