Terms of Use

By accessing or using the PlatformWatch website (the "Site") or our reporting services, you agree to these Terms of Use. Please read them carefully.

About PlatformWatch

PlatformWatch is a volunteer-led non-profit initiative that monitors and reports illegal content on online platforms. We are not a government agency, law enforcement body, or commercial service provider.

Use of the Site

You may access and use the Site for lawful purposes only. You agree not to:

• Submit false or misleading reports
• Use the Site to harass, threaten, or harm any individual or organization
• Attempt to disrupt, damage, or gain unauthorized access to the Site
• Use automated systems to submit reports without our prior written consent
• Misrepresent your identity or affiliation when contacting us

Submission of reports

When you submit a report through the Site, you represent that:

• The information you provide is accurate to the best of your knowledge
• You have a good-faith belief that the reported content is illegal
• You are submitting the report for a legitimate purpose, not to harm a competitor or settle a personal dispute
• Any evidence you provide was lawfully obtained

We reserve the right to decline to act on any submission at our discretion. We are under no obligation to take action on every report.

No legal advice

The information on the Site is provided for general informational purposes only. It does not constitute legal advice. If you require legal advice, please consult a qualified attorney.

Intellectual property

The content of the Site, including text, graphics, logos, and code, is the property of PlatformWatch or its contributors and is protected by applicable copyright laws. You may not reproduce or distribute Site content without permission, except for personal, non-commercial use.

Disclaimer of warranties

The Site is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind. We do not warrant that the Site will be uninterrupted or error-free, or that any information will be accurate or complete.

Limitation of liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, PlatformWatch and its volunteers shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising from your use of the Site or our services.

Changes to these Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. The current version will always be available on this page, with the effective date shown above.

Governing law

These Terms are governed by the laws applicable in our country of operation. Disputes will be resolved through good-faith discussion or, where necessary, in courts of competent jurisdiction.

Contact

For questions about these Terms, please contact legal@platformwatch.org.