Legal Framework

Terms of Service

Standardized legal agreement.Last updated: 8/17/2026

IMPORTANT NOTICE

THIS DOCUMENT CONTAINS A BINDING ARBITRATION AGREEMENT AND CLASS ACTION WAIVER.

By accepting these terms, you agree to resolve disputes on an individual basis. This significantly affects your legal rights.

Section 1

Platform Status; No Publisher Liability

Zeo Platforms, Inc., a Delaware corporation authorized to operate in California (“Zeo,” “we,” “our,” or “us”), provides Zeochat (the “Services”) solely as a passive, neutral technology platform.

To the maximum extent permitted by law:

  • 1Zeo does not create, control, endorse, verify, or assume responsibility for any user-generated content, communications, identities, or conduct;
  • 2All such content and interactions are solely the responsibility of the originating user.

Zeo is an “interactive computer service” provider and is entitled to the full protections of applicable law, including Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act.

Section 2

No Duty; No Background Checks; Identity Risk

Zeo does not assume the following duties:

Conduct background checks
Verify all user identities or credentials
Guarantee information accuracy

USERS MAY MISREPRESENT THEIR IDENTITY, AGE, OR INTENTIONS. SUCH RISKS ARE INHERENT TO THE SERVICES.

Section 3

Eligibility; Age Requirement; Payments

1. Minimum Age Requirement

You must be at least eighteen (18) years old to create an account, access, or use the Service in any manner involving payments, including sending or receiving funds. By using the Service, you represent and warrant that you are at least 18 years of age.

2. Accuracy of Information

You agree to provide true, accurate, and complete information, including your date of birth. Misrepresentation of your age or identity constitutes a material breach of these Terms.

3. Payments and Payouts

Only users 18+ may make purchases, send tips, subscribe, or receive payouts. By initiating a transaction, you confirm you meet these requirements.

4. Restrictions & Enforcement

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts if we believe you are under 18 or have misrepresented your identity. Transactions may be reversed.

5. Age & Identity Verification

We reserve the right to request documentation to verify your age and identity at any time. Failure to provide verification may result in loss of access.

6. Unauthorized Use by Minors

The Service is not directed to individuals under 18. Parents/guardians are responsible for monitoring their minor's use of internet and payment methods.

7. Refunds and Reversals

Accounts found involving age misrepresentation may be subject to refund denials or payout withholding to the extent permitted by law.

8. Privacy Policy

Collection of data for age/identity verification is governed by our Privacy Policy.

Section 4

High-Risk Interaction Warning

The Services may facilitate interactions between strangers and may present risks including fraud, harassment, physical harm, or other misconduct.

CRITICAL SAFETY BINDING:

YOU ARE SOLELY RESPONSIBLE FOR YOUR INTERACTIONS AND FOR TAKING APPROPRIATE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS.

Section 5

Offline Interactions

Zeo does not control or assume responsibility for any interactions occurring outside the Services.ANY OFFLINE INTERACTION IS UNDERTAKEN AT YOUR OWN RISK. TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, ZEO DISCLAIMS ALL LIABILITY ARISING FROM SUCH INTERACTIONS.

Section 6

Assumption of Risk

Voluntary Acknowledgment

  • User interactions (online or offline)
  • Exposure to harmful, misleading, or unlawful content
  • Reliance on any information obtained through the Services
Section 7

Recording; Consent; Content Use

You acknowledge and agree that communications on the Services may be recorded, stored, and shared.

Usage License

You grant Zeo a worldwide, perpetual, royalty-free license to use your content for operational and business purposes.

Consent to Audio/Video

You explicitly consent to the recording and storage of your voice and likeness during interactions.

Section 8

AI and Moderation Disclaimer

Moderation Limitations:

Zeo does not guarantee the accuracy or effectiveness of automated systems in preventing harmful behavior.

Section 9

Third-Party Services

Zeo assumes no responsibility for third-party infrastructure failures, payment errors, or security breaches.

For guide identity verification, you authorize Zeo and its service providers to process verification materials (including ID images and selfie images) for KYC, fraud prevention, and trust & safety review.

You acknowledge that identity verification images are retained for a limited review window and may be deleted automatically after 24 hours if no determination is made, requiring re-submission.

Sections 10-21

General Provisions & Legal Disclaimers

11. Disclaimer of Warranties

THE SERVICES ARE PROVIDED “AS IS,” “WITH ALL FAULTS,” AND “AS AVAILABLE.”

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, ZEO DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES, INCLUDING: MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, NON-INFRINGEMENT, ACCURACY AND SAFETY. ZEO DOES NOT GUARANTEE THAT THE SERVICES WILL BE SECURE OR FREE FROM HARMFUL CONTENT OR CONDUCT.

12. Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW:

  • • ZEO SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES;
  • • ZEO SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR DAMAGES ARISING FROM USER INTERACTIONS;
  • • ZEO’S TOTAL LIABILITY SHALL NOT EXCEED THE GREATER OF $100 OR AMOUNTS PAID IN THE PRIOR 12 MONTHS.

18. Dispute Resolution & Arbitration

All disputes shall be resolved by binding arbitration administered by the American Arbitration Association (AAA).

WAIVER OF JURY TRIAL

WAIVER OF CLASS ACTION

California Safeguards: You may bring eligible claims in small claims court; arbitration procedures will comply with consumer protection laws; if arbitration is unenforceable, claims may proceed in court.

10

Insurance Disclaimer

Any insurance maintained by Zeo is solely for its benefit.

11

Disclaimer of Warranties

Detailed warranty disclaimers provided above.

12

Limitation of Liability

Liability caps and exclusions provided above.

13

Release and Waiver

You release and waive all claims against Zeo arising from interactions.

14

CA Civil Code §1542

You waive laws regarding unknown claims.

15

Strict Age Requirement

The Service is strictly 18+. Any accounts found under 18 will be terminated. See Section 3 for age requirements.

16

User Responsibility

No reliance on Services for safety-critical advice.

17

Indemnification

You agree to defend Zeo from claims arising from your use.

18

Dispute Resolution & Arbitration

Binding arbitration and class action waiver details above.

19

Governing Law

Delaware law applies; California county venue options.

20

AUP & Trust Safety

AUP and Guidelines are incorporated by reference.

21

Severability

Unenforceable provisions will be modified or severed.