HANGOUTS TERMS & CONDITIONS

LAST UPDATED: 9/18/2025

1. INTRODUCTION

Welcome to Hangouts (the "App," "Platform," "we," "us," or "our"), a Quebec-based social meetup application designed exclusively for CEGEP students and post-secondary learners. Hangouts connects students through shared interests and activities, facilitating the discovery and organization of social gatherings, group activities, and meaningful connections within the student community.

These Terms & Conditions ("Terms") govern your access to and use of the Hangouts mobile application and all related services. By creating an account or using Hangouts, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms.

If you do not agree to these Terms, you must immediately discontinue use of the Platform and may not create an account.

2. ELIGIBILITY AND ACCOUNT REQUIREMENTS

2.1 Age and Educational Requirements

Hangouts is exclusively available to:

• Current CEGEP students
• University students
• Post-secondary learners enrolled in recognized educational institutions

2.2 Account Verification

To maintain the integrity of our student community, all users must:

• Provide a valid school email address for verification
• Complete the account verification process
• Maintain accurate and current profile information

2.3 Account Responsibility

You are solely responsible for:

• Maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials
• All activities that occur under your account
• Immediately notifying us of any unauthorized account access

3. PLATFORM FEATURES AND USAGE

3.1 Profile Creation

Users may create personalized profiles containing:

• Profile photos and images
• Personal biography and interests
• Response prompts and answers
• Educational and contact information

3.2 Hangout Discovery and Participation

The Platform enables users to:

• Browse and discover hangout opportunities posted by other users
• Express interest in hangouts through the "like" feature
• View detailed profiles of hangout organizers
• Send messages to join specific hangouts
• Filter hangouts by type and organizer demographics

3.3 Social Features

Hangouts provides various social interaction tools:

• Group chat functionality for event coordination
• Direct messaging between users
• Friend connections and networking
• Photo sharing within messages and hangouts
• Attendance tracking for organized events

3.4 Content Upload and Sharing

Users may upload and share:

• Personal photographs from their device gallery
• Predefined hangout images provided by the Platform
• Text-based content and messages
• Event-related media and documentation

4. COMMUNITY GUIDELINES AND CONTENT MODERATION

4.1 Content Standards

All user-generated content must comply with our community standards. The following content is strictly prohibited:

• Nudity, sexually explicit, or suggestive material
• Hate speech, discriminatory language, or harassment
• Threatening, violent, or intimidating communications
• Spam, promotional content, or commercial solicitations
• False, misleading, or deceptive information
• Content that violates applicable laws or regulations

4.2 Moderation Process

Hangouts employs both automated systems and human review to monitor content. We reserve the right to:

• Remove any content that violates these Terms
• Suspend or terminate accounts for policy violations
• Report illegal activities to appropriate authorities
• Implement additional safety measures as deemed necessary

4.3 User Reporting

Users are encouraged to report inappropriate content or behavior through the Platform's reporting mechanisms. All reports are reviewed promptly and appropriate action is taken.

5. DATA COLLECTION AND PRIVACY

5.1 Information We Collect

To provide our services, Hangouts collects:

• School email addresses for verification purposes
• Profile photographs and uploaded images
• Messages and communications sent through the Platform
• Usage data and interaction patterns
• Device and technical information necessary for app functionality

5.2 Data Usage

Collected information is used exclusively to:

• Facilitate connections between users
• Ensure Platform security and safety
• Improve user experience and app functionality
• Comply with legal obligations

5.3 Privacy Protection

We are committed to protecting user privacy in accordance with applicable Quebec and Canadian privacy legislation. Detailed information about our data practices is available in our Privacy Policy.

6. USER CONDUCT AND RESPONSIBILITIES

6.1 Acceptable Use

Users agree to:

• Use the Platform respectfully and courteously
• Provide accurate and truthful information
• Respect other users' privacy and boundaries
• Comply with all applicable laws and regulations
• Report suspicious or inappropriate behavior

6.2 Prohibited Activities

Users must not:

• Impersonate other individuals or entities
• Create multiple accounts or false profiles
• Use the Platform for commercial purposes without authorization
• Attempt to circumvent security measures or access restrictions
• Engage in behavior that could harm the Platform or other users

6.3 Off-Platform Interactions

Users acknowledge that Hangouts facilitates introductions but does not supervise or control in-person meetings or activities. Users participate in offline gatherings entirely at their own risk and discretion.

7. DISCLAIMERS AND LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

7.1 Platform Availability

While we strive to maintain consistent service, Hangouts makes no guarantee regarding:

• Uninterrupted Platform availability
• Error-free operation
• Compatibility with all devices or operating systems
• Preservation of all user data

7.2 User Interactions and Meetups

Hangouts explicitly disclaims responsibility for:

• The conduct, safety, or actions of Platform users
• Events, meetups, or gatherings organized through the Platform
• Any harm, injury, or damages resulting from user interactions
• The accuracy or reliability of user-provided information

7.3 Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by Quebec and Canadian law, Hangouts' liability is limited to the amount paid by the user for Platform access (currently zero, as the Platform is provided free of charge).

8. ACCOUNT TERMINATION

8.1 Voluntary Termination

Users may delete their accounts at any time through the Platform settings. Upon account deletion:

• Profile information will be removed from public view
• Stored messages and data will be deleted according to our data retention policies
• Access to Platform features will be immediately revoked

8.2 Involuntary Termination

Hangouts reserves the right to suspend or terminate accounts that:

• Violate these Terms or community guidelines
• Engage in fraudulent or deceptive behavior
• Pose a risk to Platform security or user safety
• Remain inactive for extended periods

9. MODIFICATIONS TO TERMS

Hangouts may modify these Terms at any time to reflect changes in:

• Platform features and functionality
• Legal requirements and regulations
• Community standards and safety measures

Users will be notified of material changes through the Platform or via registered email addresses. Continued use of Hangouts following such notifications constitutes acceptance of the modified Terms.

10. GOVERNING LAW AND JURISDICTION

These Terms are governed by the laws of Quebec and Canada. Any disputes arising from these Terms or Platform usage shall be resolved in the appropriate courts of Quebec, Canada.

Users consent to the jurisdiction of Quebec courts for all legal matters related to Hangouts usage.

11. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY

11.1 Platform Rights

Hangouts retains all rights, title, and interest in:

• The Platform's design, code, and functionality
• Hangouts branding, trademarks, and logos
• Proprietary algorithms and features

11.2 User Content

Users retain ownership of their uploaded content but grant Hangouts a limited license to display, distribute, and use such content solely for Platform operation and improvement.

12. CONTACT INFORMATION

For questions, concerns, or support regarding these Terms or the Hangouts Platform, please contact us at:

Email: support@hangoutss.ca
Response Time: We aim to respond to all inquiries within 48 hours.

By using Hangouts, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms & Conditions. Thank you for being part of the Hangouts community!