Effective Date: 16thApril, 2025
Entity: OpenSource Catalyst


1. Acceptance of Terms

By joining and participating in OpenSource Catalyst, you agree to these Terms of Service. If you do not agree, you should not access or participate in our community.

2. Description of Service

OpenSource Catalyst provides a collaborative space for developers to explore, contribute to, and promote open-source projects. This includes forums, events, badges, resource sharing, and contributor networks.

3. Code of Conduct
You must:

Respect all members and moderators
Use appropriate and constructive language
Avoid spam, harassment, and inappropriate content
Violations may result in warnings, muting, or removal from the community.

4. Content and Contributions

All content shared in OpenSource Catalyst should respect intellectual property rights. By sharing your work, you agree others may engage with it under appropriate open-source licenses.
You are responsible for ensuring you have the rights to distribute anything you post.

5. Badges and Recognition

Contributor badges and recognition are issued based on verified activity. They do not constitute employment or endorsement by OpenSource Catalyst.

6. Third-Party Services

We integrate with third-party platforms (e.g., Discord, GitHub). Your use of those services is subject to their individual terms.

7. Limitation of Liability

OpenSource Catalyst is a community platform provided "as-is." We do not guarantee availability, accuracy, or the security of information shared on third-party platforms.

8. Changes to the Terms
These terms may be updated at any time. Continued use of our platforms after updates indicates acceptance.

9. Contact
For any concerns, contact us at: opensourcecatalyst@gmail.com