TERMS OF USE

These Terms of Use ("Terms") govern your access to and use of CarboCredit's website, mobile applications, APIs, and all associated services (collectively, the "Services"). By creating an account or using our Services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy.

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will notify you of material changes by posting the updated Terms on our website and updating the "Last updated" date. Your continued use of the Services after any such changes constitutes your acceptance of the new Terms.

To use our Services, you must:

• Be at least 18 years of age
• Have the legal capacity to enter into a binding agreement
• Not be prohibited from using the Services under applicable laws
• Provide accurate and complete registration information

By using our Services, you represent and warrant that you meet all eligibility requirements.

To access certain features of our Services, you must register for an account. You agree to:

• Provide accurate, current, and complete information during registration
• Maintain and promptly update your account information
• Maintain the security of your account credentials
• Accept responsibility for all activities that occur under your account
• Notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate these Terms or engage in fraudulent activity.

4.1 Nature of Tokens

CarboCredit tokens ($CC) are digital tokens representing verified carbon offsets. They are utility tokens designed for use within the CarboCredit ecosystem and are not securities, commodities, or any other form of investment.

4.2 Token Acquisition

You may acquire $CC tokens through:

• Completing verified carbon reduction activities
• Purchasing carbon offsets through the platform
• Referral and promotional programs
• Staking rewards (where applicable)

4.3 Token Use

$CC tokens may be used within the CarboCredit ecosystem to:

• Purchase goods and services in the CarboCredit marketplace
• Offset additional carbon emissions
• Invest in environmental projects
• Participate in platform governance (where applicable)

4.4 No Guarantee of Value

We make no representations or warranties regarding the future value of $CC tokens. Token values may fluctuate, and you may lose some or all of your tokens' value. Do not acquire tokens with the expectation of profit.

5.1 Verification Process

CarboCredit uses AI-powered verification to validate carbon offset projects. While we strive for accuracy, we do not guarantee that all verifications are error-free. Our verification methodology is described in our Verification Standards document.

5.2 Project Risks

Environmental projects carry inherent risks, including:

• Natural disasters affecting project areas
• Changes in project management or ownership
• Regulatory changes affecting project viability
• Verification discrepancies

5.3 No Environmental Guarantees

While carbon credits represent verified offsets, we cannot guarantee specific environmental outcomes. Climate science and carbon accounting continue to evolve.

You agree not to:

• Violate any applicable laws or regulations
• Provide false or misleading information
• Engage in fraudulent activities or market manipulation
• Attempt to bypass security measures or access unauthorized areas
• Interfere with the proper functioning of the Services
• Use bots, scrapers, or automated systems without authorization
• Infringe on intellectual property rights
• Harass, threaten, or harm other users
• Use the Services for money laundering or terrorist financing
• Resell tokens or credits in violation of platform rules

All content, features, and functionality of the Services, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, icons, images, audio clips, software, and the underlying code, are the exclusive property of CarboCredit or its licensors and are protected by international copyright, trademark, patent, trade secret, and other intellectual property laws.

You are granted a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and use the Services for personal, non-commercial purposes in accordance with these Terms.

Our Services may contain links to or integrate with third-party websites, services, or applications. We are not responsible for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party services. Your interactions with third-party services are governed by their respective terms and policies.

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, CARBOCREDIT AND ITS OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, AGENTS, AND AFFILIATES SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO LOSS OF PROFITS, DATA, USE, OR OTHER INTANGIBLE LOSSES, ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO YOUR USE OF THE SERVICES.

IN NO EVENT SHALL OUR TOTAL LIABILITY EXCEED THE GREATER OF (A) THE AMOUNT YOU PAID TO US IN THE TWELVE (12) MONTHS PRECEDING THE CLAIM, OR (B) ONE HUNDRED DOLLARS ($100).

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless CarboCredit and its officers, directors, employees, agents, and affiliates from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, or expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of or related to:

• Your use of the Services
• Your violation of these Terms
• Your violation of any third-party rights
• Your violation of any applicable laws

You agree to waive any right to participate in a class action lawsuit or class-wide arbitration.

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of California, United States, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

We may terminate or suspend your access to the Services immediately, without prior notice or liability, for any reason, including if you breach these Terms. Upon termination, your right to use the Services will immediately cease.

Provisions of these Terms that by their nature should survive termination shall survive, including ownership provisions, warranty disclaimers, indemnity, and limitations of liability.

• Entire Agreement: These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and CarboCredit regarding the Services.
• Severability: If any provision is found unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue in effect.
• Waiver: Our failure to enforce any right or provision shall not be deemed a waiver.
• Assignment: You may not assign or transfer your rights under these Terms without our consent.

If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us: