listen buddies

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

These terms and conditions (the "Terms and Conditions") govern the use of www.listenbuddies.com
(the "Site"). This Site is owned and operated by Andrew Joe. This Site is a social platform providing video meeting services for songwriters.

By using this Site, you indicate that you have read and understand these Terms and Conditions and agree to abide by them at all times.

Age Requirements and Verification

MINIMUM AGE: 18 YEARS

Listen Buddies is exclusively for users 18 years of age or older. By using this Site, you represent and warrant that:

You are at least 18 years old
You have the legal capacity to enter into these Terms
You will not allow anyone under 18 to use your account
You understand this platform involves live video interactions with other users

Age Verification: We may require additional age verification at any time. Failure to provide satisfactory proof of age will result in immediate account termination.

Zero Tolerance: Any user suspected of being under 18 will be immediately suspended pending verification. False representation of age is grounds for permanent account termination and may be reported to authorities.

Safety and Community Standards

Prohibited Conduct

The following behaviors are strictly prohibited and will result in immediate account suspension or termination:

Inappropriate Sexual Content: No sexual content, nudity, or sexually suggestive behavior
Harassment: No bullying, stalking, threatening, or intimidating behavior
Discrimination: No content based on race, religion, gender, sexuality, or other protected characteristics
Minors: No interaction with, solicitation of, or content involving anyone under 18
Recording Violations: No unauthorized recording, screenshots, or sharing of session content
Personal Information: No sharing of personal contact information or attempts to meet offline
Commercial Solicitation: No advertising, selling, or promoting external services

Video Session Rules

During live video sessions, users must:

Keep sessions focused on music sharing and discussion
Maintain appropriate behavior and language at all times
Respect other participants' privacy and boundaries
Report any inappropriate behavior immediately
Not record, screenshot, or share any session content without explicit consent

Reporting System

Users must immediately report:

Suspected minors in sessions
Inappropriate sexual behavior or content
Harassment or threatening behavior
Any safety concerns

Emergency Contact: andrewajoe@gmail.com

Content Monitoring and Moderation

We reserve the right to:

Monitor all user interactions, including video sessions
Record sessions for safety and quality purposes
Use automated systems to detect inappropriate content
Review reported content and user behavior
Take immediate action against violations

Content Scanning: We may use automated systems and human moderators to scan text, audio, and video content for safety violations.

Account Suspension and Termination

We may suspend or terminate accounts for:

Violation of these Terms
Safety concerns or reports
Suspected underage use
False identity or age representation
Inappropriate behavior in sessions
Technical abuse or security violations

Suspended users may not create new accounts or attempt to circumvent suspensions.

Privacy and Data Protection

Information We Collect

Account registration information
Age verification data
Video session recordings (for safety purposes)
Communication logs and reports
Usage analytics and safety metrics

Safety Monitoring

We monitor user interactions to ensure safety, including:

Automated content scanning
Behavioral pattern analysis
Safety report tracking
Session recording for investigations

See our Privacy Policy for complete details.

Intellectual Property

All content published and made available on our Site is the property of Andrew Joe and the Site's creators. This includes, but is not limited to images, text, logos, documents, downloadable files and anything that contributes to the composition of our Site.

User-generated content (songs, comments) remains the property of the user, but by sharing content, you grant us a license to use it for platform operation and safety purposes.

User Contributions

Users may post the following information on our Site:

Music content during sessions
Public comments and messages
Profile information

By posting content, you agree:

Content is appropriate and legal
You own all rights to the content
Content does not violate these Terms
We may monitor and moderate your content

Accounts

When you create an account on our Site, you agree to the following:

You are solely responsible for your account and the security and privacy of your account, including passwords or sensitive information attached to that account
All personal information you provide to us through your account is up to date, accurate, and truthful and that you will update your personal information if it changes
You will not share your account with anyone under 18
You will immediately notify us of any unauthorized account access

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your account if you are using our Site illegally or if you violate these Terms and Conditions.

Legal Compliance

Child Protection Laws

We comply with:

Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA)
International age verification requirements
Local child protection regulations

Platform Liability

In compliance with Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act, we:

Are not liable for user-generated content
Moderate content in good faith
Cooperate with law enforcement investigations
Maintain reporting mechanisms for illegal content

Sale of Services

These Terms and Conditions govern the sale of services available on our Site.

Available Service:

Video Meeting Sessions for Music Sharing

Services will be paid for in full when ordered.

We strive for accuracy in service descriptions but are not legally bound by them. You purchase services at your own risk. We may cancel your order at our discretion and refund any payments made.

We reserve the right to refuse service to anyone for safety or policy violations.

Limitation of Liability

TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW:

Andrew Joe and affiliates are not liable for any actions, claims, losses, damages, liabilities, or expenses including legal fees from your use of the Site.

This includes but is not limited to:

Interactions with other users
Content shared by other users
Technical issues or service interruptions
Safety incidents during sessions

Maximum Liability: Our total liability shall not exceed the amount you paid for services in the 12 months preceding the claim.

Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Andrew Joe and affiliates from any actions, claims, losses, damages, liabilities, or expenses including legal fees arising out of:

Your use of the Site
Your violation of these Terms
Your interactions with other users
Any content you share or create

Dispute Resolution

Informal Resolution

Before filing any legal claim, you agree to first contact us at andrewajoe@gmail.com to attempt to resolve the dispute informally.

Binding Arbitration

Any disputes not resolved informally shall be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association.

Class Action Waiver

You agree not to participate in class action lawsuits against us.

International Users

If you access our Site from outside Canada:

You are responsible for compliance with local laws
These Terms are governed by Ontario, Canada law
You consent to jurisdiction in Ontario courts
Age requirements may vary by jurisdiction

Emergency Procedures

Immediate Safety Concerns:

Leave the session immediately
Report via andrewajoe@gmail.com
Contact local authorities if necessary
Do not engage with the concerning user

Child Safety Reports: We are legally required to report suspected child exploitation to:

National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (US)
Canadian Centre for Child Protection (Canada)
Local law enforcement as required

Changes to Terms

These Terms may be amended to:

Maintain legal compliance
Improve safety measures
Reflect operational changes
Address new safety concerns

Users will be notified by email and via notice on our Site. Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance.

Severability

If any provision is found invalid under applicable laws, it will be removed. All other provisions remain valid.

Contact Information

General Inquiries: andrewajoe@gmail.com
Safety Reports: andrewajoe@gmail.com
Legal Notices: andrewajoe@gmail.com

Effective Date: 31st day of March, 2025

These Terms were last updated to enhance child protection and safety measures.