Welcome to BLEND, an online dating platform owned and operated in Australia. By accessing or using BLEND, you agree to comply with these Terms and Conditions ("Terms"). Please read them carefully before using our platform.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By registering for, accessing, or using the BLEND platform, you agree to be bound by these Terms, as well as our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to these Terms, you must stop using the platform immediately.

2. Eligibility

To use BLEND, you must:

Be at least 18 years old.

Have the legal capacity to enter into binding contracts.

Provide accurate, current, and complete information during the registration process.

We reserve the right to deny access to any user who does not meet these requirements.

3. Account Registration and Security

You must create an account to use certain features of BLEND. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and for all activities that occur under your account.

You agree to notify us immediately if you suspect any unauthorized use of your account. BLEND will not be liable for any loss or damage resulting from your failure to comply with these security measures.

4. User Conduct

By using BLEND, you agree to:

Use the platform solely for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms.

Not engage in any illegal, harmful, or abusive behavior, including harassment, discrimination, or impersonation of others.

Not post or share any inappropriate, offensive, or false content, including sexually explicit material, hate speech, or misleading information.

Respect other users’ privacy and consent. Do not share or distribute anyone’s personal information without their permission.

BLEND reserves the right to monitor user activity and remove any content that violates these Terms, or suspend/terminate accounts at our discretion.

5. User Content and License

You retain ownership of the content (e.g., profile information, photos, messages) you post on BLEND.

By submitting content, you grant BLEND a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free license to use, modify, and distribute your content as necessary to operate and improve the platform.

You are solely responsible for the content you share and must ensure it complies with all applicable laws and does not infringe the rights of others.

6. Subscriptions and Payments

BLEND may offer paid services or subscriptions that provide additional features. By purchasing these services, you agree to:

Pay all applicable fees and taxes related to your use of the platform.

Adhere to the terms of any subscription plan you select, including recurring payments, which may be canceled at any time through your account settings.

BLEND reserves the right to change pricing or subscription terms with prior notice.

7. Termination and Account Suspension

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your account if we determine that you have violated these Terms, or for any other reason, at our sole discretion. Upon termination, your access to BLEND will be revoked, and any unused paid services or subscriptions may not be refunded.

You may delete your account at any time through your profile settings. Upon deletion, BLEND will remove your profile and content from the platform.

8. Limitation of Liability

BLEND provides the platform on an "as is" basis without any guarantees or warranties. To the fullest extent permitted by law, BLEND disclaims all liability for:

Any loss, damage, or injury arising from the use of the platform.

Any issues related to third-party services or content.

Any failure to find or connect with a match on the platform.

BLEND does not guarantee continuous, uninterrupted, or error-free access to the platform. You agree to use the platform at your own risk.

9. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold BLEND, its affiliates, employees, and agents harmless from any claims, damages, or expenses (including legal fees) arising from your use of the platform or violation of these Terms.

10. Changes to the Terms

BLEND reserves the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with the updated "Effective Date." Continued use of the platform after changes are posted signifies your acceptance of the new Terms.

11. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

These Terms are governed by the laws of [Insert State, Australia]. Any disputes arising from the use of BLEND will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in [Insert State, Australia].

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns regarding these Terms, please contact us