Terms of Service

Effective Date: April 17, 2025

Welcome to Digital Reference. By accessing or using our platform, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). Please read them carefully.

1. Overview of Services

Digital Reference is a human-centric platform designed to enhance the professional talent ecosystem through radical transparency and authenticity. Our services include:

Collection and storage of structured, video-based professional references.
Creation of dynamic portfolios showcasing career achievements.
Tools for professionals to control and share their professional narratives.

Our mission is to make the talent ecosystem more efficient by providing verifiable and lasting professional reputations.

2. Eligibility

You must be at least 18 years old to use Digital Reference. By using our services, you represent and warrant that you meet this requirement.

3. User Responsibilities

When using Digital Reference, you agree to:

Provide accurate and truthful information.
Respect the privacy and rights of others.
Use the platform in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.

You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and for all activities under your account.

4. Content Ownership and Rights

a. User-Generated Content

You retain ownership of the content you create and upload to Digital Reference, including references, videos, and portfolio materials. By uploading content, you grant Digital Reference a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, display, and distribute your content solely for the purpose of operating and improving our services.

b. Platform Content

All content provided by Digital Reference, including text, graphics, logos, and software, is the property of Digital Reference or its licensors and is protected by intellectual property laws. You may not use, reproduce, or distribute our content without our prior written permission.

5. Privacy

Your privacy is important to us. Our Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your personal information. By using Digital Reference, you consent to our data practices as described in the Privacy Policy.

6. Prohibited Conduct

You agree not to:

Use Digital Reference for any unlawful or unauthorized purpose.
Upload content that is offensive, defamatory, or infringes on the rights of others.
Attempt to interfere with the operation of the platform or access other users' accounts without authorization.

Violation of these terms may result in suspension or termination of your account.

7. Disclaimers

Digital Reference is provided "as is" and "as available." We make no warranties, express or implied, regarding the reliability, accuracy, or availability of our services. We disclaim all warranties, including merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement.

8. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Digital Reference shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising from your use of the platform. Our total liability to you for any claim shall not exceed the amount you paid, if any, for accessing our services.

9. Modifications to Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Your continued use of Digital Reference after changes constitutes your acceptance of the new Terms.

10. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of California, without regard to its conflict of law principles. Any disputes arising under these Terms shall be resolved in the courts located in San Francisco County, California.

11. Contact Us

For questions or concerns regarding these Terms, please contact us at:

Digital Reference Support
hello@digitalreference.co
www.digitalreference.co

By using Digital Reference, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service.

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