Campus Buddy is a platform designed to enhance the university experience by providing a hub for campus-related activities and interactions. Here's what our service includes:
Event Discovery and Management: Users can find and learn about various events happening on their campus. For events that require tickets, users can purchase, manage, and download these tickets directly through the app.
Marketplace: A feature where users can buy and sell items safely within the campus community. Transactions made through the app not only facilitate convenience but also earn users points, which can be redeemed for discounts at participating food venues on campus.
Discussion Forums: Users can start and participate in discussion threads on a variety of topics, including academic collaborations like study groups or recreational activities like sports.
Social Connectivity: The app provides features for users to connect and chat with other students, helping to build a more connected student community.
Club Management: University clubs can use Campus Buddy to manage memberships, organize outreach programs, and, if applicable, collect membership fees.
Campus Buddy requires all users to register and create a personal account to access and utilize the features provided by the platform. The registration process involves providing the following information:
To register for an account, you must be at least 17 years of age. This age requirement ensures that our services are used primarily by university students.
By creating an account, you agree to provide accurate and complete information and to keep this information up to date. You are solely responsible for the confidentiality of your account password and for all activities that occur under your account. Campus Buddy reserves the right to terminate your account if information provided during registration is found to be inaccurate, not current, or incomplete.
Users are expected to engage with the Campus Buddy platform and its community in a respectful and lawful manner. The following behaviors are strictly prohibited:
Objectionable Content: Posting, sharing, or transmitting any content that is defamatory, obscene, pornographic, harassing, threatening, abusive, hateful, racially or ethnically offensive, or otherwise inappropriate. This includes any content that promotes violence, illegal activities, or discrimination based on race, gender, religion, nationality, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic.
Harassment and Abuse: Engaging in any form of harassment, bullying, stalking, or intimidation of other users. This includes sending unwelcome messages, making personal attacks, or engaging in conduct that restricts or inhibits another user's enjoyment of the platform.
Impersonation: Misrepresenting your identity or affiliation with any person or organization, or creating accounts for the purpose of deception or fraud.
Illegal Activities: Participating in or promoting any activities that are illegal under applicable laws, including but not limited to fraud, trafficking in illegal substances, or any form of cybercrime.
Spam and Malicious Content: Distributing unsolicited or unauthorized advertising, promotional materials, junk mail, spam, chain letters, pyramid schemes, or any other form of solicitation. Uploading or transmitting viruses, malware, or any other harmful code.
Campus Buddy reserves the right to monitor user activity and content to ensure compliance with these standards. Violations may result in actions including but not limited to:
Users are encouraged to report any violations of these conduct standards. Campus Buddy provides multiple avenues for reporting inappropriate content or behavior:
In-App Reporting:
Email Support:
All reports will be reviewed promptly, and appropriate action will be taken in line with our enforcement policies.
Campus Buddy provides a platform for organizing, discovering, and participating in campus-related events. These events aim to enhance the university experience by fostering learning, cultural enrichment, and social interaction.
Accessibility: Event organizers must ensure that venues are accessible to all participants, including those with disabilities. This includes physical accessibility to the venue and accommodations such as sign language interpretation if requested.
Technology: For hybrid or virtual events, organizers should ensure that necessary technological supports, such as stable internet connectivity and audio-visual equipment, are available and functioning.
Safety and Legality: All events must comply with university policies and local laws. Prohibited activities include the use of illegal substances, unauthorized sale of alcohol, and any forms of gambling or activities that pose safety risks.
Respect and Inclusivity: Events should promote a respectful and inclusive environment. Discrimination, harassment, or hate speech will not be tolerated. Organizers are responsible for ensuring that event content and interactions uphold these standards.
Honest Advertising: All events must comply with university policies and local laws. Prohibited activities include the use of illegal substances, unauthorized sale of alcohol, and any forms of gambling or activities that pose safety risks.
Sensitive Content: Events dealing with sensitive topics must provide clear disclaimers and should be designed to educate and inform, not to offend or provoke.
Information Security: Personal information collected during event registration must be handled securely and in compliance with data protection laws. Organizers must not share this information without explicit consent from the attendees.
Violations of these guidelines can result in the removal of the event listing from Campus Buddy and other disciplinary actions as deemed appropriate by the platform administrators. Continuous violations may lead to a ban from hosting future events.
By participating in or organizing events via Campus Buddy, users agree to adhere to these guidelines to ensure a positive and enriching experience for all participants.
The Discussion Threads on Campus Buddy are intended to foster a healthy, informative, and inclusive environment where university students can discuss academic topics, share insights, and organize campus activities.
To maintain a respectful and productive forum, the following types of content and behavior are strictly prohibited:
Violations of these guidelines can result in the removal of content, temporary or permanent bans from the forum, and other necessary actions to preserve the integrity of the discussion environment.
Campus Buddy's marketplace is designed to facilitate the buying and selling of items that are beneficial and appropriate for university students. Users are encouraged to engage in transactions that are lawful, safe, and in line with university life.
Textbooks and academic materials.
Electronics, such as laptops and calculators.
Dormitory essentials like lamps, mini-fridges, and furniture.
Sporting goods and university apparel.
Alcohol, tobacco, and any illegal drugs or substances.
Weapons of any kind, including firearms and knives.
Stolen goods or items obtained illegally.
Items that infringe on intellectual property rights.
Sexual content
Users are responsible for ensuring that the items they list and sell on the marketplace adhere to these guidelines. Campus Buddy reserves the right to remove listings that violate these rules and to take appropriate actions against users who repeatedly breach these guidelines.
Campus Buddy offers features tailored for clubs and organizations to enhance their campus presence and engagement. These entities can utilize the platform to register events, manage memberships, and conduct sales related to club activities.
Event Listings: Clubs can list their events on Campus Buddy, providing full details including dates, locations, and any fees associated with attendance.
Member-Only Events: Clubs have the discretion to make certain events exclusive to their members. They must clearly state any such restrictions in the event details.
Joining Fees: Clubs can set membership fees if required. All fees must be clearly communicated to potential members at the time of registration.
Membership Approval: Clubs can control their membership and have the authority to approve or reject membership applications based on their organizational criteria, provided these criteria comply with Campus Buddy's non-discrimination policies.
Item Listings: Clubs are allowed to sell items that are relevant to their activities or fundraising efforts. All items must adhere to the marketplace guidelines set forth in Section 5 regarding permissible goods.
Financial Transactions: All sales must be processed through Campus Buddy to ensure security and proper handling. Clubs must adhere to the same rules and standards as individual users in the marketplace.
Inclusivity and Respect: Clubs must operate in a manner that is inclusive and respectful to all university students. Discrimination, harassment, or exclusionary practices based on race, gender, religion, nationality, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic will not be tolerated.
Adherence to University Policies: All club activities must align with university regulations and Campus Buddy’s terms of use. Clubs are expected to conduct their operations responsibly and legally.
Monitoring and Oversight: Campus Buddy reserves the right to monitor club activities on the platform to ensure compliance with these guidelines. Non-compliance may result in the suspension or termination of club privileges on the platform.
Dispute Resolution: Clubs are encouraged to resolve disputes internally in a fair and respectful manner. Campus Buddy may intervene in disputes that violate platform policies or legal requirements.
By registering and operating a club or organization on Campus Buddy, users agree to adhere to these guidelines to ensure a positive, inclusive, and productive environment for all participants.
Campus Buddy owns all rights to the text, images, logos, software, and branding materials provided on the platform. This includes but is not limited to all designs, icons, graphics, and promotional content. These elements are protected by copyright laws, trademark laws, and other intellectual property rights and treaties.
Users may generate content, such as posts in discussion forums, reviews, and items for sale. Campus Buddy does not claim ownership of the content users submit or make available on the platform. However, by posting content on Campus Buddy, users grant the platform a non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual, and irrevocable right to use, reproduce, modify, adapt, publish, translate, create derivative works from, distribute, and display such content throughout the world in any media.
The reproduction, modification, distribution, or replication of any proprietary material available on Campus Buddy, including the use of Campus Buddy's trademarks, without express written permission, is strictly prohibited. Users are also prohibited from using any meta tags or any other "hidden text" utilizing Campus Buddy's name or trademarks without the express written consent of Campus Buddy.
Campus Buddy actively protects its intellectual property rights. Any unauthorized use of the materials provided on Campus Buddy may violate copyright laws, trademark laws, and other regulations and statutes. Campus Buddy reserves the right to enforce its rights to the full extent of the law.
Campus Buddy is committed to maintaining a safe and trustworthy platform. A user's account may be terminated or suspended under the following circumstances:
Non-Adherence to Guidelines:If a user fails to adhere to the operational guidelines and terms of use outlined by Campus Buddy, including but not limited to the misuse of the platform, posting prohibited content, or engaging in disrespectful behavior towards other users.
Fraudulent Activity:Any detection of fraudulent activity, such as manipulating transactions, falsifying information, or engaging in scams, will result in immediate account suspension or termination.
Upon the determination that an account should be suspended or terminated, the user will be notified of the decision and the reasons for such action. Users will have the opportunity to respond or appeal the decision, except in cases where the severity of the violation necessitates immediate action without prior notice.
Termination of an account will result in the permanent deletion of the account and all associated data. Suspended users may be given conditions for reinstatement, depending on the nature and severity of the violation.
Campus Buddy shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including but not limited to loss of profits, data, use, goodwill, or other intangible losses, resulting from:
Your access to or use of or inability to access or use the services;
Any conduct or content of any third party on the services;
Any content obtained from the services; and
Unauthorized access, use, or alteration of your transmissions or content, whether based on warranty, contract, tort (including negligence), or any other legal theory, whether or not we have been informed of the possibility of such damage.
Campus Buddy uses Stripe to facilitate secure transactions between buyers and sellers. While Stripe provides a dashboard for sellers to manage transactions, Campus Buddy does not control and is not liable for the management or security of Stripe’s services.
Campus Buddy is not liable for any issues that arise from transactions conducted outside the platform. Users are strongly advised to conduct all transactions through the platform to benefit from protection measures provided by Campus Buddy and its payment processing partner.
Campus Buddy does not guarantee the continuous, uninterrupted, or error-free operability of its services. The functionality of Campus Buddy may be interfered with by numerous factors outside of our control including but not limited to telecommunications network disruptions. Therefore, Campus Buddy disclaims any liability for the consequences of any interruptions or errors in the functioning of the platform or services.
Campus Buddy provides its services on an "as is" and "as available" basis. This means that we do not guarantee that the service will always be uninterrupted, timely, secure, or error-free, nor do we make any warranty as to the results that may be obtained from the use of the service.
While we strive to provide accurate and up-to-date information, we cannot guarantee that all information provided on the platform, whether by Campus Buddy or its users, is entirely accurate, complete, or current at all times. Users should verify any information before relying on it.
Campus Buddy may provide links to third-party websites or utilize third-party tools. We do not endorse, and are not responsible for, the content, functionality, or accuracy of such third-party websites and tools. Use of these external sites and tools is at your own risk.
To the fullest extent permissible under applicable law, Campus Buddy disclaims all warranties, express or implied, including, but not limited to, implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose.
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Campus Buddy, its parent company, affiliates, and their respective directors, officers, employees, and agents from and against all claims, losses, expenses, damages, and costs, including reasonable attorneys' fees, resulting from:
Any violation of these terms and conditions.
Any activity related to your account (including negligent or wrongful conduct) by you or any other person accessing the service using your account.
Any content you submit, post, transmit, or make available through the Campus Buddy services.
Your use of and interaction on the Campus Buddy platform, including the discussion forums and marketplace, which leads to disputes or legal claims.
This indemnification extends to claims brought by third parties arising out of your actions or postings on Campus Buddy. By agreeing to these terms, you understand that you are responsible for your conduct on the platform and its repercussions.
Campus Buddy reserves the right to update or modify these terms and conditions at any time. Changes to the terms typically occur for reasons such as changes in legal regulations, enhancements to user security, or updates in platform functionality.
As per industry standards, terms and conditions are reviewed and potentially updated on an annual basis. However, significant changes in legal requirements or platform operations may prompt more frequent revisions.
All users will be notified of any changes to the terms and conditions via email. The updated terms will also be posted on the Campus Buddy platform. We encourage users to review the updated terms to understand any new obligations or conditions.
Changes to the terms become effective immediately upon posting on our platform and sending email notifications to users. Continued use of the platform after such changes will constitute acceptance of the new terms and conditions.
These terms and conditions shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Canada. Any disputes arising out of or related to the use of Campus Buddy and these terms will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in Canada.
Users are responsible for compliance with local laws if and to the extent local laws are applicable. Campus Buddy makes no representation that the materials on the platform are appropriate or available for use in other locations outside Canada, and accessing them from territories where their contents are illegal is prohibited.
Severability: If any part of these terms is declared unenforceable or invalid, the remainder will continue to be valid and enforceable.
No Waiver: The failure of Campus Buddy to enforce any right or provision of these terms will not be deemed a waiver of such right or provision.
Entire Agreement: These terms, together with any amendments and any additional agreements you may enter into with Campus Buddy in connection with the Service, shall constitute the entire agreement between you and Campus Buddy concerning the Service.
Assignment: Campus Buddy may assign its rights and obligations under these terms to any party at any time without notice to you.
For general questions, support related issues or legal matters, please reach out to us via email at support@campusbuddyinc.com.