Introduction
Welcome to Alternic, owned and operated by Alternic Inc. (“Alternic,” “we,” “us”, or “our”). These Terms of Service (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of the Alternic website(s), our APIs, mobile applications (“App”), and any live support, software, tools, features, or functionalities provided on or in connection with our services (collectively, the “Service”). This includes using our services to view, explore, help display and create NFTs, and using our tools to connect directly with others to mint, purchase, sell, or transfer NFTs on public blockchains. “NFT” means a non-fungible token or similar digital item implemented on a blockchain (such as the Ethereum blockchain), which uses smart contracts to link to or otherwise be associated with certain content or data.
“You” means you as the user of the Service. If you use the Service on behalf of a company or other entity, “you” includes you and that entity, and you represent and warrant that you are an authorized representative with the authority to bind the entity to these Terms.
PLEASE READ THESE TERMS CAREFULLY AS THEY AFFECT YOUR LEGAL RIGHTS. BY CLICKING TO ACCEPT, SIGNING, AND/OR USING OUR SERVICE, YOU AGREE TO BE BOUND BY THESE TERMS AND ALL TERMS INCORPORATED HEREIN BY REFERENCE. IF YOU DO NOT AGREE, YOU MAY NOT ACCESS OR USE THE SERVICE.
Alternic is not a wallet provider, exchange, broker, dealer, financial institution, payments processor, money services business, or creditor. Alternic provides a peer-to-peer web3 service that helps users discover and directly interact with each other and NFTs available on public blockchains. We do not have custody or control over the NFTs or blockchains you are interacting with and we do not execute or effectuate purchases, transfers, or sales of NFTs. To use our Service, you must use a third-party wallet which allows you to engage in transactions on blockchains.
Alternic is not party to any agreement between any users. You bear full responsibility for verifying the identity, legitimacy, and authenticity of NFTs that you purchase from third-party sellers using the Service and we make no claims, guarantees, or recommendations about the identity, legitimacy, functionality, or authenticity of users or NFTs (and any content associated with such NFTs) visible on the Service.
Because we have a growing number of services, we sometimes need to provide additional terms for specific services (and such services are deemed part of the “Service” hereunder and shall also be subject to these Terms). Those additional terms and conditions, which are available with the relevant service, then become part of your agreement with us if you use those services. In the event of a conflict between these Terms and any additional applicable terms we may provide for a specific service, such additional terms shall control for that specific service.
Alternic reserves the right to change or modify these Terms at any time and in our sole discretion. If we make material changes to these Terms, we will use reasonable efforts to provide notice of such changes, such as by providing notice through the Service or updating the “Last Updated” date at the beginning of these Terms. By continuing to access or use the Service, you confirm your acceptance of the revised Terms and all of the terms incorporated therein by reference effective as of the date these Terms are updated. It is your sole responsibility to review the Terms from time to time to view such changes and to ensure that you understand the terms and conditions that apply when you access or use the Service.
Accessing the Service
Your blockchain address functions as your identity on Alternic. Accordingly, you will need a blockchain address and a third-party wallet to access the Service. Your account on the Service (“Account”) will be associated with your blockchain address; however, if you want to add some flair to your Alternic persona, you can add additional information, such as a profile picture, to your Account.
Your Account on Alternic will be associated with your linked blockchain address and display the NFTs for that blockchain address (and, if applicable, any content associated with such NFTs). By using your wallet in connection with the Service, you agree that you are using that wallet under the terms and conditions of the applicable provider of the wallet. Wallets are not operated by, maintained by, or affiliated with Alternic, and Alternic does not have custody or control over the contents of your wallet and has no ability to retrieve or transfer its contents. Alternic accepts no responsibility for, or liability to you, in connection with your use of a wallet and makes no representations or warranties regarding how the Service will operate with any specific wallet. You are solely responsible for keeping your wallet secure and you should never share your wallet credentials or seed phrase with anyone. If you discover an issue related to your wallet, please contact your wallet provider.
You also represent and warrant that you will comply with all applicable laws in connection with using the Service. In order to comply with our legal obligations and keep our users and platform safe, we may need to restrict, suspend, or terminate your access to the Service. You acknowledge that Alternic is under no obligation to disclose the details of its decision to take such action with you.
Alternic may require you to provide additional information and documents in certain circumstances, such as at the request of any government authority, as any applicable law or regulation dictates, to provide you with a requested service, or to investigate a potential violation of these Terms. In such cases, Alternic, in its sole discretion, may disable your Account and block your ability to access the Service until such additional information and documents are processed by Alternic. If you do not provide complete and accurate information in response to such a request, Alternic may refuse to restore your access to the Service.
Your access and use of the Service may be interrupted from time to time for several reasons, including maintenance, updates, equipment malfunction, or other actions that Alternic may elect to take. We require all users to be at least 18 years old. If you are at least 13 years old but under 18 years old, you may only use Alternic through a parent or guardian’s Account.
Ownership
The Service, including its “look and feel” (e.g., text, graphics, images, logos, page headers, button icons, URLs, and scripts), proprietary content and other materials are the property of Alternic or our affiliates, licensors, or users. All rights are reserved.
Alternic’s name, logo, trademarks, and any Alternic product or service names, designs, and slogans are the intellectual property of Alternic or our affiliates or licensors and may not be used without prior written permission.
All other third-party trademarks or product names mentioned on the Service are the property of their respective owners.
You must not:
- Modify copies of any materials from the Service.
- Use illustrations, photographs, video or audio separately from accompanying text.
- Delete or alter any copyright, trademark, or proprietary rights notices.
If you misuse materials, your right to access the Service will stop immediately and you may be required to destroy or return copies.
We welcome feedback (“Feedback”). You agree Alternic may use Feedback for any purpose without compensation and you assign all related rights to Alternic.
License to Access and Use Our Service and Content
You are granted a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, non-sublicensable, personal license to access and use the Service subject to compliance with these Terms.
Third-Party Content, Agreements, and Services
Alternic helps you explore NFTs created by third parties. We do not guarantee the authenticity, legality, or availability of NFTs. You are responsible for verifying third-party content. Terms attached to NFTs (“NFT Terms”) are set by buyers, sellers, or creators and not by Alternic.
Sellers determine NFT pricing and any applicable taxes. Alternic may receive fees for its Service but does not control gas or transaction fees and cannot refund them.
The Service may link to third-party websites or applications (“Third-Party Websites/Applications”). Such resources are not under Alternic’s control and are used at your own risk.
The Service may rely on access to ICANN registered domains; availability is not guaranteed.
User Conduct
We may take action if we believe you have violated these Terms. You agree you will not:
- Use or attempt to use another user’s Account without authorization.
- Pose as another person or entity.
- Name squat or claim a username for resale or confusion.
- Circumvent blocks on your blockchain addresses.
- Distribute spam or send unwanted NFTs.
- Damage, disable, or overburden the Service.
- Circumvent access controls or rate limits.
- Use unauthorized automated tools to access or extract data.
- Reverse engineer or attempt to discover source code.
- Sell or resell the Service or evade fees.
- Artificially manipulate visibility, rankings, or metrics.
- Use collected data for advertising or direct marketing.
- Engage in illicit financial activity or money laundering.
- Create, sell, or buy NFTs tied to securities or financial instruments.
- Engage in fraud, deception, or price manipulation.
- Trade stolen or illegally obtained items.
- Infringe intellectual property rights.
- Create or display illegal or exploitative content.
- Promote self-harm, hate, or doxxing.
- Use the Service with proceeds of unlawful activity.
- Interfere with others’ enjoyment of the Service.
We may cooperate with law enforcement. Posting NSFW content may result in modified visibility.
Intellectual Property Rights
You are responsible for content you create or display. By submitting content you grant Alternic a worldwide, non-exclusive, sublicensable, royalty-free license to use, copy, modify, and display it for business purposes.
You warrant you possess all necessary rights for submitted content. Alternic may remove infringing works and terminate repeat infringers.
Infringement Notices
Send notices to: info@alternic.com. Include:
- Identification of the work(s) or rights claimed infringed.
- Identification and location (URLs) of infringing material.
- Your legal name and contact information.
- A good faith statement of unauthorized use.
- A statement of accuracy and authority under penalty of perjury.
- Your physical or electronic signature.
We may forward your notice to the content owner.
Communication Preferences
By creating an Account you consent to receive electronic communications related to your Account and optional promotional messages. You may opt out as permitted (excluding essential notices).
App Terms
You are responsible for devices, connectivity, and compatibility. Additional Apple App Store terms apply if using an iOS version; Apple is not responsible for the App’s content or support obligations.
Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Alternic and related parties from claims arising out of your use of the Service, Feedback, legal violations, third-party rights violations, or negligence/willful misconduct.
Disclaimers
THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED “AS IS” AND “AS AVAILABLE.” Alternic disclaims all warranties, express or implied, including merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, title, and non-infringement. We do not guarantee uninterrupted, secure, or error-free operation.
Assumption of Risk
You acknowledge:
- NFT values are subjective and volatile; you may lose money.
- You are responsible for fees related to blockchain actions.
- Lack of ecosystem adoption may reduce utility.
- Regulation may impact the Service and NFTs.
- You are responsible for applicable taxes.
- Risks include counterfeit items, metadata decay, bugs, and untransferable items.
- We do not control third-party smart contracts or public blockchains.
- Blockchain transactions are irreversible.
- Internet and blockchain risks include malicious software and unauthorized access.
- Service relies on third-party vendors; disruptions may occur.
- Items may become inaccessible on Alternic.
- Disputes with users release us from related claims.
Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Alternic is not liable for indirect, incidental, consequential, special, exemplary, or punitive damages, or lost profits, goodwill, or data. Aggregate liability shall not exceed $100 or the amount paid to Alternic for the relevant Service, whichever is greater.
Privacy Policy
Refer to our Privacy Policy for how we collect, use, and share information. By using the Service you consent to such practices.
Modifications to the Service
We may modify, suspend, or discontinue the Service (or parts thereof) at any time.
Dispute Resolution
Disputes will be resolved via binding arbitration or small claims court where applicable after good-faith informal resolution efforts (30 days). Class or representative actions are not permitted.
Termination
We may suspend or terminate access for any reason. Upon termination you retain ownership of NFTs accessible via public blockchains.
Severability
If any provision is held invalid the remainder remains in effect.
Injunctive Relief
Alternic may seek equitable relief without bond for breaches causing irreparable harm.
No Professional Advice
Content is informational only and not legal, tax, or financial advice. Seek independent professional advice.
No Fiduciary Duties
Your use of the Service does not create fiduciary duties. Any such duties are disclaimed to the fullest extent permitted by law.
No Insurance
Your Account is not insured; crypto-assets are not legal tender and not government backed.
Limitation on Time to File Claims
Claims must be filed within one (1) year after accrual or are permanently barred.
Survival
Sections that by nature should survive termination will remain in effect.
Miscellaneous
These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and Alternic regarding the Service. Rights may not be assigned without consent. Headings are for reference only. No third-party beneficiaries unless expressly stated.