Terms and Conditions for Invest Connect Marketplace
Last Updated: February 2025
Introduction
Welcome to Invest Connect Marketplace ("we," "us," "our"). These Terms and Conditions ("Terms") govern your access to and use of our platform, website, and services. By accessing and using our website and services, you agree to be bound by these Terms, our Privacy Policy, and any other applicable guidelines or rules.
Please read these Terms carefully before using Invest Connect Marketplace. If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use our services.
1. User Eligibility
To access and use Invest Connect Marketplace, you must be at least 18 years old and legally able to enter into contracts. By using our platform, you represent that you meet these eligibility requirements.
2. Data Privacy
We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal information responsibly, in line with applicable data protection laws, including the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.
For details on how we collect, use, store, and safeguard your personal data, please review our [Privacy Policy].
By using our platform, you acknowledge and agree to the collection and use of your personal information as described in our Privacy Policy.
If you are accessing our services from outside the UK, including the EU or the United States, we aim to meet relevant international privacy standards such as the EU GDPR and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA).
3. User Account
To use certain features of the Invest Connect Marketplace, you may be required to create an account. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your login credentials and for all activities that occur under your account. You agree to promptly notify us of any unauthorized access to your account.
4. Marketplace Services
Invest Connect Marketplace is an investor readiness platform designed to support startups in preparing for funding by providing access to resources, strategic service providers, and networking opportunities. Our role is to facilitate discovery, communication, and collaboration within the startup ecosystem.
We are not a broker, investment advisor, or intermediary. We do not facilitate or process investment transactions, nor do we make investment recommendations.
Any decisions related to funding, partnerships, or business engagements initiated through the platform are the sole responsibility of the involved parties. Users are strongly encouraged to conduct their own due diligence and seek independent professional advice before making any financial or strategic decisions.
5. Content and Contributions
By submitting content to Invest Connect Marketplace, including but not limited to comments, reviews, and posts, you grant us a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free, and transferable license to use, display, modify, and distribute the content. You are responsible for ensuring that your content does not infringe on any third-party intellectual property rights.
6. Prohibited Activities
When using Invest Connect Marketplace, you agree not to engage in the following activities:
- Violating any applicable laws or regulations
- Impersonating others or providing false information
- Engaging in fraudulent, misleading, or harmful conduct
- Interfering with or disrupting the platform's operations or other users
- Distributing malware, viruses, or other harmful software
7. Due Diligence
Invest Connect Marketplace does not match investors with specific startups or investment opportunities, nor do we validate or endorse any particular user, company, or opportunity featured on the platform.
All users, especially investors, are solely responsible for conducting their own due diligence before engaging with any founder, service provider, or opportunity within the platform. We strongly recommend that investors independently verify all relevant information, seek professional legal and financial advice where appropriate, and carefully assess all associated risks before making any decisions.
8. Third-Party Links
Our platform may contain links to third-party websites or services. These links are provided for convenience, but we do not endorse or control the content of any third-party sites. We are not responsible for the availability, accuracy, or legality of any third-party content or services.
9. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Invest Connect Marketplace, its affiliates, employees, or agents shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising from your use or inability to use our platform, including but not limited to loss of data, investment losses, or any other type of damage.
10. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Invest Connect Marketplace, its officers, directors, employees, and affiliates from any claims, losses, liabilities, or expenses arising out of your use of the platform, your breach of these Terms, or your violation of any applicable laws or regulations.
11. Governing Law
These Terms and any disputes arising from them shall be governed by the laws of laws of England and Wales, without regard to its conflict of law principles.
12. Changes to Terms and Conditions
We reserve the right to modify or update these Terms at any time. We will notify users of any material changes by posting an updated version of the Terms on our website. Your continued use of the platform after such changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms.
13. Termination
We may suspend or terminate your access to Invest Connect Marketplace at our discretion if you violate these Terms or engage in any behavior that disrupts the platform’s integrity or operations.
14. Contact Us
If you have any questions about these Terms, our Privacy Policy, or any other aspect of our platform, please contact us at:
Invest Connect Marketplace
Info@investconnectmarketplace.com
128 CITY ROAD LONDON EC1V2NX
Disclaimer
Invest Connect Marketplace (“the Platform”) is a technology service designed to provide founders with advanced digital tools and resources to enhance investor readiness and facilitate connections within the startup ecosystem. The Platform does NOT engage in investment advisory services, investor matching, or provide recommendations regarding any investment opportunities.
All decisions related to investments or partnerships are made independently and solely at the discretion of the individual users. Such decisions and any resulting transactions occur entirely outside of the Platform. Users bear full responsibility for conducting their own due diligence, risk evaluation, and assessment before entering into any investment-related agreements or commitments.
Invest Connect Marketplace expressly disclaims any liability or endorsement related to the actions or decisions of its users. The Platform’s role is strictly limited to providing technological infrastructure and support to improve investor readiness and connection efficiency.
By accessing or using the Platform, users acknowledge and agree that Invest Connect Marketplace is not responsible for any investment outcomes and that all risks associated with investment decisions lie solely with the users.
Please note: We are currently in the process of updating our website. If you notice any discrepancies, we kindly ask for your patience. All content will be reviewed and updated in accordance with applicable governing laws shortly.
