Terms of Service
Last updated: January 2025
Agreement to Terms
By accessing or using We First ("the Platform"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use our services.
Description of Service
We First is a community platform for Bangladeshis worldwide to:
- Connect with other community members
- Share opportunities, resources, and knowledge
- Participate in campaigns and events
- Collaborate on projects and initiatives
- Access mentorship and guidance
User Accounts
Account Creation
You must provide accurate, complete, and current information when creating your account. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your password and account credentials.
Age Requirement
You must be at least 13 years old to use We First. By creating an account, you represent that you meet this age requirement.
Account Security
You are responsible for all activity that occurs under your account. Notify us immediately if you suspect unauthorized access to your account.
Third-Party Authentication
OAuth Login (Google)
You may create an account or log in using your Google account. By using Google authentication, you authorize us to access and store certain information from your Google account, including your name, email address, and profile photo.
Account Linking
If you use an email address with multiple authentication methods (e.g., both email/password and Google login), these accounts may be automatically linked. You maintain access through all linked authentication methods.
Third-Party Terms
Your use of Google authentication is subject to Google's Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. We are not responsible for Google's practices. You are responsible for maintaining the security of your Google account.
Email Verification
Email addresses verified by Google are automatically trusted and do not require additional verification. If you create an account with email/password, you must verify your email address before accessing the platform.
Acceptable Use
You agree to use We First only for lawful purposes. You may not:
- Post false, misleading, or fraudulent content
- Harass, bully, or intimidate other members
- Share hate speech, discriminatory content, or violent threats
- Spam, advertise excessively, or engage in unsolicited promotion
- Impersonate others or misrepresent your identity
- Violate intellectual property rights
- Attempt to access unauthorized areas of the platform
- Use automated tools to scrape or collect data
- Interfere with the platform's operation or security
Content Ownership and License
Your Content
You retain ownership of content you post on We First (posts, comments, profiles). By posting content, you grant us a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free license to use, display, and distribute your content on the platform.
Platform Content
All platform content, features, and functionality (design, logos, code) are owned by We First and protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.
Community Guidelines
We First is built on values of Unity, Trust, Growth, Respect, and Collective Success. We expect all members to:
- Treat others with respect and kindness
- Share opportunities and knowledge generously
- Collaborate rather than compete
- Support and uplift fellow community members
- Report inappropriate behavior or content
- Maintain authenticity and honesty
Content Moderation
We reserve the right to remove content or suspend accounts that violate these terms or our community guidelines. We may moderate content at our discretion but are not obligated to monitor all user-generated content.
Termination
We may terminate or suspend your account at any time for:
- Violation of these Terms of Service
- Fraudulent or illegal activity
- Harm to other users or the community
- Extended inactivity
You may delete your account at any time by contacting us at hello@wefirstbd.com. Upon termination, your right to access and use the platform immediately ceases.
Disclaimer of Warranties
We First is provided "as is" and "as available" without warranties of any kind. We do not guarantee that the platform will be error-free, secure, or uninterrupted. You use the platform at your own risk.
Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, We First and its operators shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of the platform. This includes but is not limited to loss of data, loss of profits, or business interruption.
Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless We First, its operators, and affiliates from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from your use of the platform, your violation of these terms, or your violation of any rights of another party.
Dispute Resolution
Any disputes arising from these terms or your use of We First will be resolved through good-faith negotiation. If negotiation fails, disputes may be resolved through binding arbitration or in the courts of your jurisdiction.
Changes to Terms
We may update these Terms of Service from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by posting the new terms on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. Your continued use of the platform after changes indicates acceptance of the updated terms.
Governing Law
These terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with applicable laws, without regard to conflict of law principles.
Contact Us
If you have questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us:
Severability
If any provision of these terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision will be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary, and the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.