Terms of Service
The rules that govern your use of PledgeAthon.
1. Agreement to Terms
By accessing or using PledgeAthon (www.pledgeathon.io), including any subdomains, mobile versions, or associated services (collectively, the "Platform"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, do not use the Platform.
PledgeAthon is operated by PledgeAthon ("we," "us," or "our"), based in Ohio, United States.
2. Eligibility
You must be at least 18 years old to create an account, organize a campaign, or manage an organization on PledgeAthon. Minors may participate in campaigns (for example, as walk-a-thon participants) but may not create or administer accounts.
By creating an account, you represent that you are at least 18 years of age and that all information you provide is accurate, current, and complete.
3. Account Responsibilities
You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and for all activity that occurs under your account. Notify us immediately at support@pledgeathon.io if you suspect unauthorized access.
4. Platform Description
PledgeAthon is a zero-fee a-thon fundraising platform for schools, PTAs, sports teams, churches, nonprofits, and similar organizations. The Platform enables organizers to create pledge-based fundraising campaigns, manage participants, collect online donations, and track progress.
PledgeAthon charges no platform fee. The only cost is standard Stripe processing (currently 2.9% + $0.30 per transaction).
5. Payment Processing
All payment processing is handled by Stripe, Inc. through Stripe Connect. By accepting donations, you agree to Stripe's Connected Account Agreement.
PledgeAthon does not store your full credit card information. All payment data is handled by Stripe in accordance with PCI-DSS standards.
Donors may leave a voluntary tip to PledgeAthon during the donation process. Tips are entirely optional.
6. Acceptable Use
You agree not to use the Platform to:
- Conduct fraudulent, misleading, or deceptive fundraising campaigns
- Collect funds for illegal activities
- Impersonate another person or organization
- Upload viruses, malware, or harmful code
- Attempt unauthorized access to other accounts or systems
- Harass, abuse, or threaten other users
7. SMS Communications
By providing a phone number or opting into SMS notifications, you consent to receive text messages related to campaign activity and pledge reminders. Standard message and data rates may apply. Opt out anytime by replying STOP.
8. Intellectual Property
The PledgeAthon name, logo, and software are our intellectual property. Content you upload remains yours. By uploading, you grant us a non-exclusive license to display it on the Platform. This license ends when you delete the content or close your account.
9. Limitation of Liability
PledgeAthon is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind. To the maximum extent permitted by law, we shall not be liable for indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising from your use of the Platform.
10. Termination
You may close your account at any time by contacting support@pledgeathon.io. We may suspend or terminate access at any time for breach of these Terms. Pending payouts will be processed per Stripe's normal schedule.
11. Dispute Resolution
These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Ohio, United States. Disputes shall first be attempted through good-faith negotiation. If unresolved within 30 days, either party may pursue binding arbitration in Ohio.
12. Contact Us
PledgeAthon
Email: support@pledgeathon.io
Website: www.pledgeathon.io