Effective Date: [01/01/2025]

Welcome to Shark Ponds (the “Site”). These Terms of Use (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of SharkPonds.com, operated by RedHawks Media (“Company,” “we,” “us,” or “our”).  By using this Site, you acknowledge and agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree with these Terms, you must discontinue use of the Site immediately.

We encourage you to read these Terms carefully, as they contain important legal rights and obligations that govern your use of Shark Ponds, including limitations of liability, disclaimers of warranties, and dispute resolution procedures.

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1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using SharkPonds.com, you confirm that you are at least 18 years old and that you have the legal capacity to enter into these Terms.  If you do not meet these requirements, you may not use the Site.  Your use of the Site constitutes your acceptance of these Terms, and you agree to be bound by them.  We may modify these Terms at any time at our discretion.  Changes will take effect immediately upon posting, and we will indicate the date of the latest revision at the top of this page. It is your responsibility to review these Terms periodically to stay informed of any updates.

Your continued use of Shark Ponds after any modifications to the Terms signifies your acceptance of the revised Terms.  If you do not agree with any changes, you must discontinue your use of the Site.

2. Intellectual Property Rights

All content, text, images, graphics, videos, designs, logos, trademarks, service marks, and other materials appearing on Shark Ponds (“Content”) are owned by RedHawks Media, its licensors, or content providers and are protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

Prohibited Uses of Our Content

Without prior written consent from us, you may not:

  • Copy, reproduce, distribute, or publicly display any Content from the Site.
  • Modify, edit, adapt, translate, or create derivative works based on the Content.
  • Use the Content for commercial purposes, such as advertising or marketing.
  • Use any automated tools (such as data mining bots) to extract information from the Site.
  • Remove copyright, trademark, or other proprietary notices from any Content.

Permitted Uses of Our Content

You may:

  • Share links to our Content on social media platforms.
  • Download or print limited portions of our Content for personal, non-commercial use, provided you do not alter or modify it in any way.
  • Reference our Content in editorial pieces with proper attribution to Shark Ponds.

Unauthorized use of our Content may result in legal action.  If you believe any Content on the Site infringes your intellectual property rights, please contact us immediately.

3. User Conduct and Responsibilities

You agree to use SharkPonds.com only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. You must not:

  • Engage in illegal activities – You may not use the Site to violate any laws, regulations, or third-party rights.
  • Post inappropriate or harmful content – You may not submit, post, or share content that is false, misleading, defamatory, obscene, threatening, harassing, or otherwise objectionable.
  • Interfere with the operation of the Site – You may not introduce viruses, malware, or other harmful code that could disrupt or compromise the Site’s security and functionality.
  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access – You may not attempt to access restricted areas of the Site, accounts belonging to other users, or any proprietary systems.
  • Impersonate others – You may not misrepresent your identity or affiliation with any person or entity while using the Site.

We reserve the right to remove any content you post or take appropriate legal action if you violate these Terms.

4. Disclaimer of Financial Advice

Shark Ponds provides crowdfunding-related content for informational and educational purposes only. We do not offer financial, investment, legal, or tax advice.

The information on this Site is not a substitute for professional guidance from a licensed financial advisor, attorney, or certified investment professional.  Always consult with a qualified expert before making decisions related to funding, investing, or launching a crowdfunding campaign.  Any insights, platform reviews, or funding recommendations provided on this Site should be used at your own discretion and risk.  Crowdfunding carries inherent financial risks, including potential loss of funds or failure to achieve campaign goals.

We are not responsible for any financial loss, legal complications, or other consequences resulting from the use of our content.  If you are unsure about any financial decision related to crowdfunding, discontinue use of the Site’s recommendations and seek professional advice.

5. Third-Party Links and Services

Shark Ponds may contain links to external websites, products, services, and advertisements provided by third parties.  We do not control or endorse these third-party services and are not responsible for their content, privacy policies, or business practices.

When Using Third-Party Links, Keep in Mind:

  • Clicking on third-party links means you are leaving SharkPonds.com and are subject to the terms and policies of that third-party site.
  • We do not guarantee the accuracy, quality, or reliability of information provided on external sites.
  • Any purchases or interactions you have with third-party services are at your own risk and do not involve SharkPonds.com in any way.

Please exercise caution when interacting with third-party content and review their policies before providing any personal information.

6. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Shark Ponds, RedHawks Media, and its employees, partners, and affiliates are not liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising from:

  • Your use of or inability to use the Site.
  • Errors, inaccuracies, or omissions in our Content.
  • Any technical failures, unauthorized access, or security breaches.
  • The actions or conduct of third parties using our Site.

If you are dissatisfied with any part of the Site, your sole remedy is to stop using Shark Ponds.

7. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Shark Ponds, RedHawks Media, and its affiliates from any claims, damages, losses, or expenses arising from:

  • Your use of the Site.
  • Any content you submit or share.
  • Your violation of these Terms or any applicable law.

This indemnification obligation extends to attorneys’ fees and legal costs incurred in defending against such claims.

8. Termination of Access

We reserve the right to terminate, suspend, or restrict your access to SharkPonds.com at any time if we determine that you have violated these Terms or engaged in behavior that we deem harmful to our users or business operations.

Termination of access may occur without prior notice, and we are not responsible for any loss of data or inability to use the Site as a result.

9. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

These Terms are governed by the laws of Utah, without regard to conflict of law principles.

  • Any disputes arising from these Terms will be resolved exclusively in the courts of Utah].
  • If any provision of these Terms is found to be unlawful or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue in full force.

10. Contact Information

If you have questions about these Terms or need to report a violation, please contact us at:

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By using Shark Ponds, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to these Terms of Service.