PEARL SOCIAL TERMS OF SERVICE
Effective Date: March 8, 2026
PLEASE READ THESE TERMS CAREFULLY. THEY CONSTITUTE A BINDING LEGAL AGREEMENT BETWEEN YOU AND PEARL SOCIAL APP (“PEARL”), GOVERNING YOUR USE OF THE PLATFORM AND ATTENDANCE AT EVENTS. THEY CONTAIN A MANDATORY ARBITRATION CLAUSE AND CLASS ACTION WAIVER.
1. Acceptance of Terms
By clicking “I Agree,” accessing the Pearl Social application, or attending a Pearl-sanctioned event, you agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy. Pearl is a curated collective; if you do not agree to these Terms, you may not access the Platform or participate in our community.
2. Nature of the Platform & Eligibility
2.1. A Curated Ecosystem: Pearl is a private, curated social network and events collective. Admission is not a right, but a privilege granted through a vetting process.
2.2. Eligibility: You must be at least 21 years of age (given the nature of our in-person events) and capable of forming a binding contract.
2.3. The "Right to Refuse": Pearl reserves the absolute right to reject any application or terminate any membership at our sole discretion, without the obligation to provide a specific reason, to maintain the integrity of the community.
3. Membership Responsibilities & Confidentiality
3.1. The "Vegas Rule" (Confidentiality): To foster a space of radical candor, the identities of Members and the specifics of conversations held within the Platform or at Events are strictly confidential. You agree not to "dox," screenshot, or publicly identify other Members without their explicit, written consent.
3.2. Account Security: You are the sole custodian of your Pearl account. Sharing your login or "loaning" your membership to a non-member is grounds for immediate permanent expulsion.
4. Community Guidelines: Online & In-Person
Our standards are higher than public platforms. We operate on a zero-tolerance policy for the following:
Harassment: Any form of bullying, "clout-chasing" at the expense of others, or unwanted persistent solicitation.
Professional Integrity: Misrepresenting your credentials or professional history during the vetting process or to other Members.
Solicitation: Pearl is a space for connection, not a marketplace. Unsolicited "cold" pitching or spamming Members for commercial gain is prohibited unless occurring within designated "Ask/Give" channels.
5. Pearl Events & In-Person Conduct
5.1. RSVP & No-Show Policy: Capacity for Pearl events is often limited. You agree to adhere to the specific cancellation policy for each event. Repeated "no-shows" may result in a loss of event-booking privileges.
5.2. Assumption of Risk: By attending in-person events, you voluntarily assume all risks related to such attendance, including but not limited to physical injury or loss of property. 5.3. Alcohol & Conduct: If alcohol is served at an event, you agree to consume responsibly. Pearl and its venues reserve the right to remove any Member who becomes disruptive or intoxicated.
6. Intellectual Property
6.1. Your Content: You own what you post. However, you grant Pearl a non-exclusive license to display your content within the Platform to facilitate community interaction.
6.2. Pearl’s Property: The Pearl name, logo, and the UI/UX of the app are the exclusive property of Pearl Social App. You may not use our branding to promote outside ventures without written permission.
7. Limitation of Liability
7.1. Peer-to-Peer Disclaimer: Pearl facilitates connections but is not responsible for the personal or professional outcomes of those connections. We do not perform criminal background checks on Members.
7.2. Damages Cap: TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, PEARL’S TOTAL LIABILITY FOR ANY CLAIM ARISING OUT OF THESE TERMS SHALL NOT EXCEED THE TOTAL FEES PAID BY YOU TO PEARL IN THE TWELVE (12) MONTHS PRECEDING THE CLAIM.
8. Dispute Resolution: Arbitration & Class Action Waiver
8.1. Mandatory Arbitration: You and Pearl agree that any dispute—whether related to the app or an in-person event—will be resolved through binding individual arbitration administered by JAMS in New York, NY.
8.2. Waiver of Jury Trial: You waive your right to a trial by jury or to participate in a class-action lawsuit. You may only bring claims in your individual capacity.
9. Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of New York, without regard to conflict of law principles.
