Terms of Service
Effective Date: January 19, 2025•Last Updated: January 19, 2025
Welcome to DANZ! These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your use of the DANZ platform, operated from the Netherlands under Dutch and European Union law.
By using DANZ, you agree to these Terms and our Privacy Policy. Please read them carefully before using our Platform. If you have questions, contact us at legal@danz.app.
1. Acceptance of Terms
- •By accessing or using DANZ ("the Platform"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service and our Privacy Policy.
- •If you do not agree to these terms, you must not use the Platform.
- •We reserve the right to update these terms at any time. Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance.
- •These terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you and DANZ, operated from the Netherlands.
2. Eligibility
- •You must be at least 13 years old to use DANZ.
- •Users between 13 and 16 years old must have parental consent to use the Platform.
- •By registering, you confirm that you meet the age requirements.
- •You must provide accurate, current, and complete information during registration.
- •You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials.
3. User Conduct & Community Guidelines
Acceptable Use
- •Share dance-related content, videos, and discussions
- •Engage respectfully with other community members
- •Create and join dance communities and events
- •Contribute to dance style wikis and tags
- •Report inappropriate content or behavior
Prohibited Conduct
- •Harassment, bullying, or threatening behavior
- •Posting illegal, harmful, or offensive content
- •Impersonating others or creating fake accounts
- •Spamming or posting non-dance related commercial content
- •Violating intellectual property rights
- •Attempting to hack, disrupt, or damage the Platform
- •Sharing personal information of others without consent
- •Creating content that promotes discrimination or hate
- •Posting sexually explicit or inappropriate content
- •Circumventing security measures or access restrictions
4. Content Ownership & Rights
Your Content
- •You retain ownership of content you create and post on DANZ
- •By posting content, you grant DANZ a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free license to use, display, and distribute your content on the Platform
- •You represent that you have the right to post any content you share
- •You are responsible for your content and any consequences of posting it
Platform Content
- •DANZ and its licensors own all Platform content, features, and functionality
- •The DANZ name, logo, and all related marks are our trademarks
- •You may not copy, modify, or distribute Platform content without permission
- •User-generated dance tags and wikis are community property under Creative Commons
5. Privacy & Data Protection
- •Your use of DANZ is also governed by our Privacy Policy.
- •We process personal data in accordance with GDPR and Dutch data protection laws.
- •All data is stored and processed within the European Union.
- •You have rights regarding your personal data as outlined in our Privacy Policy.
- •We do not sell or share your personal data with third parties for marketing.
6. Account Termination & Suspension
- •We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate these terms.
- •Serious violations may result in immediate permanent ban.
- •You may delete your account at any time through account settings.
- •Upon termination, your right to use the Platform ceases immediately.
- •Content you posted may remain visible unless you delete it before termination.
7. Disclaimers & Limitations of Liability
- •DANZ is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind.
- •We do not guarantee the Platform will be error-free or uninterrupted.
- •We are not liable for user-generated content or interactions between users.
- •Our liability is limited to the maximum extent permitted by Dutch law.
- •We are not responsible for loss of data, profits, or other damages.
- •You use the Platform at your own risk.
8. Indemnification
- •You agree to indemnify and hold harmless DANZ and its operators from any claims arising from:
- •• Your use of the Platform
- •• Your violation of these Terms
- •• Your violation of any rights of another party
- •• Content you post on the Platform
9. Dispute Resolution
- •These Terms are governed by the laws of the Netherlands.
- •Any disputes shall be resolved in the courts of the Netherlands.
- •You agree to attempt good faith resolution before legal action.
- •The European Commission provides an online dispute resolution platform at ec.europa.eu/odr
10. Modifications to Service
- •We reserve the right to modify or discontinue the Platform at any time.
- •We may add, change, or remove features without notice.
- •We are not liable for any modification, suspension, or discontinuation.
- •Important changes will be communicated to users when possible.
11. Community-Specific Terms
Dance Content
- •Content must be dance-related or relevant to the dance community
- •Respect all dance styles and cultural expressions
- •Credit original choreographers and creators when known
- •Tutorial and educational content is encouraged
Events & Meetups
- •Event organizers are responsible for their events
- •DANZ is not liable for offline events or meetups
- •Follow local laws and regulations for events
- •Report any safety concerns immediately
Communities
- •Community creators set additional rules for their communities
- •Respect community-specific guidelines
- •Communities must comply with Platform terms
- •Join requests may be approved or denied at discretion
12. Copyright & DMCA
- •We respect intellectual property rights.
- •If you believe content infringes your copyright, contact us at: copyright@danz.app
- •Include: identification of copyrighted work, location of infringing content, your contact information
- •False claims may result in account termination.
- •Repeat infringers will be permanently banned.
Contact Information
General Inquiries: info@danz.app
Legal Questions: legal@danz.app
Copyright/DMCA: copyright@danz.app
Data Protection: privacy@danz.app
Platform Operator: Dennis Backus (Trozay)
Location: Netherlands, European Union
These Terms of Service are governed by Dutch law and comply with European Union regulations.
By using DANZ, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms.