PodZ NETWORK TERMS AND CONDITIONS

 

Welcome to PodZ Network!   

 

Please read the following terms and conditions (“Terms”) carefully.  These terms cover our services. By using our services, you acknowledge that you have read the Terms and that you accept and will be bound by the Terms, and the Privacy Policy. 

When you accept these Terms, you shall be legally bound by them.  If you do not agree to the Terms or the Privacy Policy, you shall immediately cease using our services. 

 

Definition of Terms:

 

In this Agreement, the following terms shall have the meanings set forth below:

 

  1. "Podcast Owner", also referred to as “Podcasters”, means the individual or entity who owns the podcast and is responsible for its content and distribution.

 

  1. "Podcast Host" means the individual or individuals who host and lead the podcast, often serving as the main point of contact for the podcast's audience.

 

  1. "Podcast Guest" means a guest appearing on the podcast, who may provide information, share their expertise, or contribute to the podcast's content in other ways.

 

  1. "Member Podcasts" means Podcasts that are part of a network or association and share common branding, promotion, or other resources.

 

  1. "Podcast User" means an individual who listens to or engages with the podcast in any way.

 

Our Services: We offer a platform for talented, up-and-coming podcasters to share their stories. We promote and advertise podcasts and help podcasters reach a new audience.

 

Accessibility: You understand that from time to time the Website may be inaccessible or inoperable for any reason, including, without limitation, because of equipment malfunctions; periodic maintenance procedures or repairs which we may undertake from time to time; or causes beyond our control or which are not reasonably foreseeable by us.

 

User Accounts

 

    1. You shall create an account with your email address (the “Account”) to make full use of the Website.
    2. To create an account, you must agree with these Terms and Conditions and our Privacy Policy.
    3. Through your account, you may use your location to search for hair and beauty service providers. You may also search for hair and beauty service providers using our search engine.
    4. Your Account is NON-TRANSFERABLE and NON-ASSIGNABLE.
    5. You have the right to cancel your registration.
    6. Any use of the Website through your Account will be deemed as being used by you.
    7. You expressly understand and agree that you are solely responsible for the Content and for all activity that occurs under your Profile, whether done so by you or any third person using your account.

Non-Permitten Usage/ Usage by Minors: Our Website and Services are for persons aged 13 and over. If you are under the age of 13 you do not have permission to use our website and services.

 

Content Usage and Promotion:

By utilizing Podz Network's services, you grant us a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to utilize, modify, and distribute the content you upload for promotional purposes linked to Podz Network and its affiliated services. This license remains effective throughout your content's hosting on our platform and a reasonable subsequent period. You maintain ownership and copyright over your content, and our promotional usage is solely for the purpose of promoting your content and Podz Network.
While we're committed to using your content responsibly, we cannot be held liable for third-party actions resulting from the content's exposure through our promotional endeavors. If you possess the necessary rights to grant us these promotional usage rights and want to exclude your content from our promotions, please contact us at info@podznetwork.com. Your understanding of this policy is appreciated, and we value your contribution to the Podz Network community.

For Podcast Owners (Podcasters):

 

  1. Eligibility: Podcasters must meet the following eligibility criteria to join PodZ Network:
    1. Must have a regularly-updated podcast with a minimum of 10 episodes and the most recent being posted within the last 9 months.
    2. Must have a minimum of 500 monthly listeners.
    3. Must not have any content that violates PodZ Network's Content Guidelines (outlined below).

 

  1. Content Guidelines: Podcasters must not produce content that is illegal, discriminatory, denigratory, or abusive. Examples of prohibited content include, but are not limited to, hate speech, pornography, and incitement to violence. PodZ Network reserves the right to remove any content that violates these guidelines.

 

  1. Podcast Promotion: PodZ Network is a promotional Podcast Network and actively will promote the podcast through its social media channels, online ads, and our website. Podcasters are also encouraged to promote their participation in PodZ Network through their own channels.

 

  1. Monetization: Podcasters can monetize their podcast through advertising and sponsorships and retain all rights to all income generated.

 

  1. Terms: The podcaster agrees to the following terms:

 

    1. Branding/Logo Requirements: Podcasters joining the PodZ Network must display the PodZ Network branding and/or logo on their episodes. This can be done by including the logo in the episode artwork or verbally mentioning the network during the episode. Failure to comply with this requirement may result in termination of the podcaster's agreement with the network.

 

    1. Exclusive Agreement: Podcasters joining the PodZ Network are required to exclusively distribute their episodes through the network and may not be a part of any other network. Podcasters may use podcast distributor services but not be a part of any other podcast network. Podcasters found to be in violation of this clause will have their agreement with the network terminated.

 

      1. A podcast distributor is a service that helps podcasters upload their content to different podcast platforms, such as Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Examples of podcast distributors include Libsyn and Blubrry.

 

      1. A podcast network, on the other hand, is a group of member podcasts that are exclusively promoted, produced, and/or owned by a particular company or organization. Podcast networks often provide resources and support to their member shows, such as hosting, editing, and promotion. Examples of podcast networks include PodZ Network, Earworlf, Gimlet Media, Radiotopia, and the Nerdist Podcast Network.

 

  1. Termination: Either party may terminate this agreement at any time, with or without cause by contacting PodZ Network's customer support at Info@Podznetwork.com to cancel the account.

 

  1. Governing Law: This agreement will be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the United States of America, without giving effect to any principles of conflicts of law.

 

For Podcast Hosts:

 

  1. Eligibility: To be a PodZ Network as a host, individuals must meet the following criteria:
    1. Must be an active (within 1 year) host of one of the PodZ Network member podcasts. 
    2. Must not have any content that violates  Network's Content Guidelines (outlined below).

 

  1. Content Guidelines: Podcast Hosts must not produce content that is illegal, discriminatory, denigratory, or abusive. Examples of prohibited content include, but are not limited to, hate speech, pornography, and incitement to violence. PodZ Network reserves the right to remove any content that violates these guidelines.

 

  1. Podcast Promotion: Hosts will be able to connect with podcast owners and become hosts on member podcasts. PodZ Network will promote the podcast through its social media channels, ads, and website. Hosts are also encouraged to promote the podcast through their own channels.

 

  1. Termination: Either party may terminate this agreement at any time, with or without cause, by contacting PodZ Network's customer support at Info@Podznetwork.com to cancel the account.

 

  1. Governing Law: This agreement will be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the United States of America, without giving effect to any principles of conflicts of law.

 

For Podcast Guests:

 

  1. Eligibility: To join PodZ Network as a podcast guest, individuals must meet the following criteria:
    1. Must have relevant expertise or knowledge in a specific topic or field.
    2. Must be able to provide a professional recording of their contribution to a podcast.
    3. Must not have any content that violates PodZ Network's Content Guidelines (outlined below).

 

  1. Content Guidelines: Podcast Guests must not produce content that is illegal, discriminatory, denigratory, or abusive. Examples of prohibited content include, but are not limited to, hate speech, pornography, and incitement to violence. PodZ Network reserves the right to remove any content that violates these guidelines.

 

  1. Podcast Promotion: Podcast guests will be able to connect with podcast owners and be selected as guests on their show. PodZ Network will promote the podcast through its social media, ads, channels and website. Guests are also encouraged to promote the podcast through their own channels.

 

  1. Termination: Either party may terminate this agreement at any time, with or without cause by contacting PodZ Network's customer support at Info@Podznetwork.com to cancel the account.

 

  1. Governing Law: This agreement will be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the United States of America, without giving effect to any principles of conflicts of law.

 

For Users:

 

  1. Eligibility: Any person or entity can join PodZ Network as a user.

 

  1. Content: PodZ Network offers access to various podcasts created by different creators, PodZ Network is not responsible for the content of these podcasts and the views and opinions expressed in them are those of the creators and do not reflect the views or opinions of PodZ Network.

 

  1. Interaction: Users of PodZ Network will be able to interact with podcast owners, podcast hosts, and podcast guests through PodZ Network. Communications must not be illegal, discriminatory, denigratory, or abusive. However, PodZ Network does not take any responsibility for any interaction between users and the podcast creators. 

 

  1. Termination: Users can delete their account at any time by contacting PodZ Network's customer support at Info@Podznetwork.com to cancel the account. PodZ Network also reserves the right to terminate a user's account at any time if the user violates any of the terms and conditions set forth in this agreement.

 

  1. Governing Law: This agreement will be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the United States of America, without giving effect to any principles of conflicts of law.

 

Changes to Terms:

 

    1. We may change these Terms or any Policies at any time in our sole discretion.
    2. You are responsible for reviewing such postings and any changes.
    3. Your continued use of our Website and our services constitutes your acceptance of such changes.
    4. If you do not agree to any posted changes, do not continue to use our Website and services.

Privacy: Your use of our Website and our services is subject to our Privacy Policy. Please review our Privacy Policy, which also governs the Site and informs users of our data collection practices.

 

Electronic Communication: Using our services or sending emails to us constitutes electronic communications. You consent to receive electronic communications and you agree that all agreements, notices, disclosures and other communications that we provide to you electronically, via email and on the Site, satisfy any legal requirement that such communications be in writing.

 

Limitation of Liability and Indemnification:

 

    1. You shall use our Website and Services at your own risk. 
    2. THE INFORMATION, SOFTWARE, PRODUCTS, AND SERVICES INCLUDED IN OR AVAILABLE THROUGH THE SITE MAY INCLUDE INACCURACIES OR ERRORS. CHANGES ARE PERIODICALLY ADDED TO THE INFORMATION HEREIN.
    3. NEITHER WE NOR OUR AGENTS, DIRECTORS, SHAREHOLDERS, MEMBERS, PARTNERS, MANAGERS, OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES, INFORMATION PROVIDERS, ATTORNEYS, OR AFFILIATES SHALL HAVE ANY LIABILITY WITH RESPECT TO, AND YOU HEREBY WAIVE, RELEASE, AND AGREE NOT TO SUE ANY OF THEM UPON, ANY CLAIM FOR ANY SPECIAL, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES SUFFERED OR INCURRED BY YOU IN CONNECTION WITH, ARISING OUT OF, OR IN ANY WAY RELATED TO, THIS AGREEMENT OR YOUR USE OF ANY OF OUR SERVICES EVEN IF WE HAVE BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF DAMAGES. IF YOU ARE DISSATISFIED WITH THE WEBSITE OR SERVICES, OR ANY CONTENT CONTAINED THEREIN, YOUR SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY IS TO DISCONTINUE USING THE WEBSITE AND SERVICES AS USED HEREIN.
    4. THIS LIMITATION APPLIES TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW
    5. You agree to indemnify, defend and hold harmless PodZ Network, its officers, directors, employees, agents and third parties, for any losses, costs, liabilities and expenses (including reasonable attorney's fees) relating to or arising out of your use of or inability to use the Website or services, any content made by you, your violation of any terms of this Agreement or your violation of any rights of a third party, or your violation of any applicable laws, rules or regulations. We reserve the right, at our own cost, to assume the exclusive defense and control of any matter otherwise subject to indemnification by you, in which event you will fully cooperate with us in asserting any available defenses.

Disclaimer of Warranty/Guarantee: ALL INFORMATION IN OUR WEBSITE IS PROVIDED "AS IS", WITH NO GUARANTEE OF COMPLETENESS, ACCURACY, AND TIMELINESS OF THE RESULTS OBTAINED FROM THE USE OF THIS INFORMATION, AND WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO WARRANTIES OF PERFORMANCE AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.

Intellectual Property:

 

    1. Our Website (excluding Content provided by you or other users), features and functionality are and will remain the exclusive property of PodZ Network and its licensors.
    2. Our trademarks may not be used in connection with any product or service without our prior written consent.
    3. We are protected by copyright, trademark, and other laws of both the United States of America and foreign countries.
    4. PodZ Network gives you a temporary, non-exclusive license to use our services, including our name, to the limited extent of facilitating this Agreement.

Dispute Resolution: If you have any concerns or disputes about our services, you agree first to try to resolve the dispute informally by contacting us. In the event the informal dispute resolution fails, all disputes shall be settled in any court of competent jurisdiction in the United States. 

 

Severability and Waiver: 

 

  1. If any provision of these Terms is held to be unenforceable or invalid, such provision will be changed and interpreted to accomplish the objectives of such provision to the greatest extent possible under applicable law, and the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect. 
  2. Except as provided herein, the failure to exercise a right or to require performance of an obligation under this Terms shall not affect a party's ability to exercise such right or require such performance at any time thereafter, nor shall be the waiver of a breach constitute a waiver of any subsequent breach.