Terms of Use

Last Updated: September 1, 2025

Welcome to Kaffeeklatsch. By accessing or using our website, mobile app, or participating in our focus groups and related services (together, the “Services”), you agree to these Terms of Use (“Terms”). Please read them carefully.

If you do not agree to these Terms, do not use our Services.

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1. Who We Are

Kaffeeklatsch is a platform designed to help women over 50 build real-life friendships. Our Services are owned and operated by Kaffeeklatsch (“we,” “our,” or “us”).

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2. Eligibility

You must be at least 18 years old to use our Services. By creating an account or using the Services, you confirm that you meet this requirement.

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3. Your Account

To use certain features of the app, you may need to create an account. You agree to:

- Provide accurate, current, and complete information

- Keep your login credentials secure and not share them with others

- Notify us immediately at privacy@kaffeeklatsch.app if you believe your account has been compromised

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate these Terms.

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4. Personal Data & Privacy

Your use of the Services is also governed by our Privacy Policy. By using the Services, you consent to our collection, storage, and use of your information as described in that policy.

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5. User-Generated Content

You may be able to create, upload, or share content (“User Content”) such as profile information, messages, or images. By submitting User Content, you grant Kaffeeklatsch a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free license to use, store, display, and distribute your User Content solely for the purpose of operating and improving the Services.

You are solely responsible for your User Content and agree not to post anything that is:

- Illegal, harmful, threatening, or harassing

- Obscene or otherwise objectionable

- False or misleading

- Infringing on intellectual property or privacy rights of others

We reserve the right to remove any User Content that violates these Terms or is otherwise inappropriate.

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6. Prohibited Conduct

You agree not to:

- Use the Services for commercial purposes without our written permission

- Harass, bully, or intimidate other users

- Send spam or unsolicited communications

- Attempt to hack, disrupt, or impair the operation of the Services

- Collect personal information about other users without their consent

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7. Health and Safety Disclaimer

Kaffeeklatsch provides opportunities for social connection but does not provide medical, mental health, or legal advice. Any information shared through the Services is for general purposes only. You are responsible for your own safety in any in-person meetings arranged through Kaffeeklatsch.

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8. Termination of Services

We may suspend or terminate your access to the Services at any time, without notice, for conduct that violates these Terms, our policies, or applicable law, or is otherwise harmful to other users, us, or third parties.

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9. Intellectual Property

All content in the Services — including text, images, graphics, software, and logos — is owned by Kaffeeklatsch or licensed to us, unless otherwise noted. You may not copy, reproduce, or distribute our content without our written permission.

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10. Third-Party Services and Links

The Services may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the content, policies, or practices of those third parties.

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11. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Kaffeeklatsch and its affiliates, officers, employees, and agents will not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, or any loss of profits or revenues, arising from your use of the Services.

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12. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Kaffeeklatsch from any claims, damages, liabilities, and expenses (including legal fees) arising from your use of the Services, your violation of these Terms, or your violation of any rights of another.

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13. Governing Law and Disputes

These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Texas, without regard to conflict of law provisions. Any disputes arising from or relating to these Terms or your use of the Services will be resolved exclusively in the state or federal courts located in Texas, unless otherwise required by applicable law.

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14. Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. Changes will be posted here with a new “Last Updated” date. Your continued use of the Services after any changes means you accept the updated Terms.

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15. Contact Us

If you have questions about these Terms, email legal@kaffeeklatsch.app.