Terms of Use

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using the Youth Tech Foundation website and services, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use our website or apply for our programs.

2. Use of Our Website

You may use our website for lawful purposes only. You agree not to:

• Use the website in any way that violates applicable laws or regulations
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems, networks, or data
• Transmit any harmful, offensive, or inappropriate content
• Interfere with or disrupt the website or its services
• Use automated means (e.g., scrapers, bots) without our permission

3. Programs and Applications

Youth Tech Labs and Youth Tech Academy are educational programs offered by Youth Tech Foundation. Application does not guarantee acceptance. We reserve the right to accept or decline applications based on program capacity, eligibility, and other factors. All programs are free for students; participation is subject to program rules and attendance requirements.

4. Intellectual Property

The content on this website, including text, images, logos, and design, is owned by Youth Tech Foundation or its licensors and is protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works without our prior written consent. Student work created during our programs may be subject to separate terms.

5. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites (e.g., social media, partner organizations). We are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or terms of those sites. Your use of third-party websites is at your own risk.

6. Disclaimer of Warranties

Our website and services are provided "as is" and "as available" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. We do not warrant that the website will be uninterrupted, error-free, or free of harmful components.

7. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Youth Tech Foundation shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of our website or participation in our programs.

8. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Youth Tech Foundation, its directors, staff, and partners from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from your use of our website or violation of these terms.

9. Changes to Terms

We may update these Terms of Use from time to time. Continued use of our website after changes constitutes acceptance of the revised terms. We encourage you to review this page periodically.

10. Contact

For questions about these Terms of Use, please contact us at hello@youthtechfoundation.org.