Terms of Service

1. Introduction

Welcome to DevMatch (the 'Platform'), a website and service operated by Mitchell Hazelhurst ('we,' 'us,' 'our'), designed to help developers (the 'Users') connect, collaborate on projects, and network. By accessing or using the Platform, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ('Terms'). If you do not agree with these Terms, you must refrain from using the Platform.

2. Purpose and Scope of the Platform

The Platform is primarily for educational and networking purposes. It allows developers to collaborate on various software development projects without any expectation of financial remuneration, payment, or employment. Users are prohibited from entering into engagements with the expectation of compensation or using the Platform to exploit others for free labour.

3. Prohibited Activities

You agree not to:

- Engage in any activity that would result in financial compensation or employment under the guise of collaboration.

- Use the Platform to solicit or exploit others for free work or undervalue their contributions.

- Violate any applicable laws or regulations, including those related to employment law, intellectual property, and privacy.

- In the case of internships, comply with New Zealand employment laws regarding the proper treatment of interns.

4. Liability Disclaimer

The Platform is provided 'as is,' and we are not responsible for any actions or agreements between Users. We cannot be held liable for any disputes, claims, or liabilities arising from Users; collaborations, interactions, or misunderstandings. Furthermore, the Platform is not responsible for verifying the legitimacy of any project, collaboration, or engagement initiated by Users.

5. Intellectual Property

Users retain ownership of the intellectual property they contribute to projects. By using the Platform, Users grant us a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free licence to use their content to operate and promote the Platform.

6. Termination of Use

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate any User access to the Platform at our discretion, especially in the event of violations of these Terms or any applicable laws.

7. Changes to Terms

We may revise these Terms at any time by updating this page. Users are encouraged to review this page periodically. Your continued use of the Platform after any such changes constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

8. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of New Zealand, and any disputes shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of New Zealand.