Introduction
These Terms and Conditions govern your use of the Website and your membership with The Open AI Collective. By accessing or using the Website, you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions.

Membership
Membership with The Open AI Collective is subject to acceptance by us. We reserve the right to refuse membership to any individual or entity.

Website Use
You agree to use the Website only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms and Conditions. You are prohibited from:
• Using the Website to transmit any unlawful, harmful, or offensive material
• Interfering with the operation of the Website
• Violating any applicable laws or regulations

Intellectual Property
The content on the Website, including but not limited to text, images, and logos, is protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws. You may not use any content from the Website without our prior written consent.

Disclaimer of Warranties
The Website is provided on an “as is” basis without any warranties, express or implied. We do not warrant that the Website will be error-free or that it will meet your requirements.

Limitation of Liability
In no event shall we be liable for any damages arising out of or in connection with your use of the Website, including but not limited to direct, indirect, incidental, punitive, and consequential damages.

Termination
We may terminate your membership or access to the Website at any time for any reason.

Governing Law
These Terms and Conditions shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of South Africa.

Contact Us
If you have any questions about these Terms and Conditions, please contact us at hello@openaicollective.com

Updated 2025-01-28

Introduction

This Privacy Policy explains how The Open AI Collective (“we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, discloses, and protects your personal information when you visit our website (the “Website”) or interact with our services.

Information We Collect
Personal Information: We may collect personal information such as your name, email address, phone number, and company affiliation when you:
• Register for membership
• Contact us through our website or email
• Subscribe to our newsletter
• Participate in events or surveys
Usage Data: We may collect information about how you use our Website, such as your IP address, browser type, operating system, and browsing activity.

How We Use Your Information
• Provide and Improve Services: We use your information to provide you with access to our Website, process membership applications, and deliver the services you request.
• Communicate with You: We may use your contact information to send you newsletters, updates, event invitations, and other communications.
• Conduct Research: We may use your information for research and analysis purposes to improve our services and understand our users’ needs.
• Comply with Legal Obligations: We may use your information to comply with legal and regulatory requirements.

Data Sharing and Disclosure
We may share your personal information with:
• Third-party service providers: We may share your information with third-party service providers who assist us in providing our services, such as email marketing platforms and payment processors.
• Business partners: We may share your information with our business partners for joint marketing or promotional activities.
• Legal authorities: We may disclose your information to law enforcement or other authorities if required by law or to protect our rights.

Data Security
We take appropriate measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. However, no method of transmission over the internet or method of electronic storage is completely secure.

Your Rights
You have the right to:
• Access and review your personal information
• Request correction or deletion of your personal information
• Withdraw your consent to the processing of your personal information
• Object to the processing of your personal information

Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at hello@openaicollective.com

Updated: 2025-01-28

Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how we use cookies and similar technologies on our Website.

What are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your computer or device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work, or work more efficiently, as well as to provide information to the website owners.

How We Use Cookies
We use cookies for a variety of purposes, including:
Essential cookies: These cookies are necessary for the operation of our Website.
Functional cookies: These cookies allow us to remember your preferences and settings.
Analytics cookies: These cookies help us track website traffic and usage patterns.
Marketing cookies: These cookies are used to deliver targeted advertising.

Controlling Cookies
You can control the use of cookies through your browser settings. You can choose to accept or decline cookies, or to be notified when a cookie is being placed on your computer.

Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. We encourage you to review this policy periodically for any changes.

Updated 2025-01-28