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.