These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your access to and use of the Kickoff platform, including any associated websites, interfaces, smart contracts, documentation, and related services (collectively, the "Platform").

By accessing or using the Platform, you agree to be legally bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, you must not access or use the Platform.

#1. Definitions

For purposes of these Terms:

• "Kickoff," "we," "us," or "our" refers solely to the Kickoff software platform and its contributors.
• "User" or "you" refers to any individual or entity accessing or using the Platform.
• "Third-Party Protocols" means blockchain networks, wallets, decentralized protocols, or services not owned or controlled by Kickoff.
• "Digital Assets" means cryptographic tokens, NFTs, or other blockchain-based assets.

#2. Platform Nature

Kickoff is a non-custodial software platform that provides access to smart-contract-based tooling for:

• token distribution mechanisms
• vote-sale coordination
• on-chain participation tracking
• task-based incentive systems

Kickoff is software only and does not:

• operate or control any blockchain or protocol
• act as a broker, dealer, intermediary, or agent
• provide investment, legal, or tax advice
• solicit investments or promote securities
• custody or control Digital Assets
• guarantee value, liquidity, or performance

All transactions occur directly on public blockchains through user-controlled wallets.

#3. Eligibility and Compliance

By using the Platform, you represent and warrant that:

• you are at least eighteen (18) years old
• you have legal capacity to enter into these Terms
• your use of the Platform complies with applicable laws and regulations
• you are not located in, or acting on behalf of, any sanctioned or restricted jurisdiction

You are solely responsible for determining whether your use of the Platform is lawful.

#4. No Advice; No Reliance

Nothing on the Platform constitutes financial, investment, legal, or tax advice.

You acknowledge and agree that you do not rely on any statements, materials, or representations provided by Kickoff when deciding to use the Platform or interact with Digital Assets.

#5. Non-Custodial Use

• Kickoff does not take custody of user funds or Digital Assets.
• Users connect self-custodied wallets and retain exclusive control over private keys.
• Blockchain transactions are irreversible once confirmed, and Kickoff cannot reverse, recover, or modify any transaction.

#6. Vote-Sales and Participation

The Platform may facilitate structured on-chain participation mechanisms, including temporary delegation or locking of governance NFTs.

You acknowledge and agree that:

• participation is entirely voluntary
• outcomes are not guaranteed
• allocations may vary
• participation does not constitute an investment or security
• there is no expectation of profit
• Digital Assets may have no present or future utility
• Kickoff does not control pricing, liquidity, or secondary markets

#7. Early-Stage Projects

Projects accessible through the Platform are experimental and early-stage.

You acknowledge that:

• projects may fail or be abandoned
• smart contracts may contain vulnerabilities
• development may cease at any time
• Digital Assets may become illiquid or worthless
• Kickoff does not endorse, guarantee, or verify any project

#8. Token Distributions

Any token distributions facilitated through the Platform:

• do not represent equity or ownership
• do not convey profit or governance rights in Kickoff
• are not securities offerings by Kickoff

Distribution parameters are determined solely by project teams or immutable smart-contract logic.

#9. Fees

Certain interactions may involve protocol-level or platform-level fees disclosed prior to execution.

All fees are non-refundable once executed on-chain.

#10. Third-Party Services

The Platform relies on Third-Party Protocols.

Kickoff does not control and is not responsible for:

• blockchain performance or downtime
• wallet software
• third-party smart contracts
• governance decisions of external protocols

Use of Third-Party Protocols is at your own risk.

#11. Assumption of Risk

You expressly acknowledge and assume all risks associated with blockchain technology, including but not limited to:

• smart-contract failure
• economic exploits
• governance attacks
• regulatory or legal changes
• total loss of Digital Assets

#12. Prohibited Conduct

You agree not to:

• exploit vulnerabilities or bugs
• manipulate markets or participation mechanisms
• engage in Sybil, fraudulent, or abusive behavior
• interfere with Platform functionality
• violate applicable laws or regulations

Kickoff reserves the right to restrict or terminate access at its sole discretion.

#13. Disclaimer of Warranties

THE PLATFORM IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE."

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, KICKOFF DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT.

#14. Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, KICKOFF SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, SPECIAL, OR EXEMPLARY DAMAGES, INCLUDING LOSS OF DIGITAL ASSETS OR PROFITS.

USE OF THE PLATFORM IS AT YOUR SOLE RISK.

#15. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Kickoff from any claims, damages, liabilities, or expenses arising from:

• your use of the Platform
• violation of these Terms
• violation of applicable law

#16. No Fiduciary Relationship

Nothing in these Terms creates any fiduciary duty, partnership, joint venture, or agency relationship between you and Kickoff.

#17. Modifications

Kickoff may update these Terms at any time.

Updated Terms become effective upon posting. Continued use of the Platform constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

#18. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Delaware, United States, without regard to conflict-of-law principles.

#19. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is held unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.