Terms of Service
Last updated: February 16, 2026
1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing or using The Sovereign Network website, platform, services, or any associated applications (collectively, the "Services"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, you may not access or use the Services.
2. Description of Services
The Sovereign Network is a community-owned decentralized internet infrastructure project. Our Services include but are not limited to:
- Access to the Sovereign Network platform and documentation
- Participation in the decentralized mesh network
- Token-based reward systems and UBI distribution
- Community governance and voting mechanisms
- Beta testing programs and early access features
3. Eligibility
You must be at least 18 years of age to use our Services. By using the Services, you represent and warrant that you meet this age requirement and have the legal capacity to enter into these Terms.
4. User Accounts
To access certain features of the Services, you may be required to create an account. You are responsible for:
- Maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials
- All activities that occur under your account
- Notifying us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account
- Providing accurate and complete information during registration
5. Acceptable Use
You agree not to use the Services to:
- Violate any applicable laws or regulations
- Infringe upon the intellectual property rights of others
- Transmit malware, viruses, or other harmful code
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the Services
- Engage in any activity that disrupts or interferes with the Services
- Use automated systems to access the Services without our permission
- Impersonate any person or entity
6. Tokens and Digital Assets
The Sovereign Network may issue digital tokens as part of its reward and governance system. You acknowledge that:
- Tokens are not securities, currencies, or investment instruments
- Token values may fluctuate and there is no guarantee of value
- We are not responsible for any losses related to token holdings
- Token distribution is subject to network rules and governance decisions
7. Intellectual Property
The Services and their original content, features, and functionality are owned by The Sovereign Network and are protected by international copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. Open-source components are governed by their respective licenses.
8. Node Operation
If you participate as a node operator in The Sovereign Network, you agree to:
- Operate your node in compliance with applicable laws
- Maintain reasonable uptime and connectivity
- Not manipulate or game the reward distribution system
- Keep your node software updated to the latest supported version
9. Disclaimer of Warranties
The Services are provided on an "AS IS" and "AS AVAILABLE" basis without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. We do not warrant that the Services will be uninterrupted, secure, or error-free. You use the Services at your own risk.
10. Limitation of Liability
To the maximum extent permitted by law, The Sovereign Network and its contributors, officers, and agents shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including without limitation, loss of profits, data, use, goodwill, or other intangible losses resulting from your use of the Services.
11. Indemnification
You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless The Sovereign Network and its contributors from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses arising out of or in any way connected with your access to or use of the Services or your violation of these Terms.
12. Modifications to Terms
We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will provide notice of significant changes by posting the updated Terms on our website with a revised "Last updated" date. Your continued use of the Services after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the new Terms.
13. Termination
We may terminate or suspend your access to the Services immediately, without prior notice, for any reason, including if you breach these Terms. Upon termination, your right to use the Services will immediately cease.
14. Governing Law
These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with applicable laws, without regard to conflict of law principles. Any disputes arising under these Terms shall be resolved through good-faith negotiation, and if necessary, binding arbitration.
15. Contact Us
If you have any questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us at:
- Email: legal@thesovereignnetwork.org
- Discord: discord.gg/nZEHS6auvT