Terms of Service – Accelerator.tools

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using accelerator.tools (the "Site"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, you must not use the Site. We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time, and your continued use of the Site after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.

2. Description of Service

accelerator.tools is a curated directory of tools and resources for startup accelerators and their portfolio companies. The Site provides:

A searchable directory of tools organized by category
Community voting on tools
Blog content and resources
The ability for users to submit tools for review
A newsletter for updates and insights

3. User Conduct

When using the Site, you agree not to:

Submit false, misleading, or spam tool submissions
Attempt to manipulate votes or rankings
Use the Site for any unlawful purpose
Interfere with the operation or security of the Site
Scrape, crawl, or collect data from the Site without our written consent
Impersonate another person or entity
Upload viruses, malware, or other harmful code

We reserve the right to remove content, reject submissions, and restrict access to users who violate these Terms.

4. Tool Submissions

By submitting a tool to our directory, you represent that:

The information you provide is accurate and complete
You have the right to submit the tool for listing
The tool does not violate any applicable laws or third-party rights

We review all submissions and reserve the right to accept, reject, or remove any tool listing at our sole discretion. Submission does not guarantee inclusion in the directory.

5. Intellectual Property

All content on the Site - including text, graphics, logos, design, and code - is the property of accelerator.tools or its content suppliers and is protected by intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works from our content without prior written permission.

Tool names, logos, and descriptions belong to their respective owners. Their inclusion in our directory does not imply endorsement or affiliation.

6. Third-Party Links and Tools

The Site contains links to third-party websites and tools. We are not responsible for the content, accuracy, or practices of these external sites. Clicking on a link or using a tool listed on our Site is at your own risk. We encourage you to review the terms and privacy policies of any third-party site you visit.

Our listing of a tool does not constitute an endorsement, warranty, or guarantee of that tool's quality, safety, or suitability for your needs.

7. Affiliate Links, Promoted Listings, and Monetization

accelerator.tools may generate revenue through the following methods:

Affiliate links: Some links on the Site are affiliate links. If you click through and make a purchase or sign up for a service, we may earn a commission at no additional cost to you.
Promoted and featured listings: Certain tools may be marked as "Featured," "Promoted," or carry a similar designation. These listings may involve a commercial arrangement between accelerator.tools and the tool provider. Promoted tools are still subject to our editorial review and must meet our quality standards for inclusion.
Sponsored content: We may publish sponsored blog posts, deals, or other content in partnership with tool providers. Sponsored content will always be clearly identified.
Special deals and offers: We may negotiate exclusive deals or discounts with tool providers and present them on the Site. These arrangements may include referral commissions or flat fees.

While commercial relationships help us operate the Site, they do not influence community votes or rankings. Our editorial opinions remain independent. For full details, see our Affiliate Disclosure.

8. Disclaimer of Warranties

The Site is provided "as is" and "as available" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. We do not guarantee that the Site will be uninterrupted, error-free, or free of harmful components. We make no warranties regarding the accuracy, reliability, or completeness of any content on the Site.

9. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, accelerator.tools and its operators shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of the Site, including but not limited to loss of data, revenue, or profits - even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages.

10. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless accelerator.tools, its operators, and affiliates from any claims, damages, losses, or expenses (including reasonable legal fees) arising from your use of the Site or your violation of these Terms.

11. Termination

We may suspend or terminate your access to the Site at any time, without prior notice, for any reason - including if we believe you have violated these Terms. Upon termination, all provisions of these Terms that should survive will remain in effect.

12. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with applicable laws, without regard to conflict of law principles. Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of the Site shall be resolved in the appropriate courts.

13. Contact Us

If you have any questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us at:

Email: hello@accelerator.tools