Terms of Service

Last Updated: 2025-04-26

Welcome to The Inventor Guide. By accessing or using the services provided by The Inventor Guide (referred to collectively as “The Inventor Guide”, “we”, “us”, or “our”), which include our websites, applications, and any related products or services (collectively referred to as the “Service” or “Services”), you agree to comply with and be bound by the following Terms of Service (“Terms”).

Please read these Terms carefully. If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, you must immediately cease all use of our Services.

Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using our Services, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service, along with our Privacy Policy, which governs the use of your personal information.

Scope and Exceptions

These Terms apply to all Services operated by The Inventor Guide as defined at the top of this page, except where explicitly stated otherwise.

Important: Our merchandise store, accessible via the shop.theinventor.guide subdomain, is powered and managed by Fourthwall. That subdomain is governed by its own separate Terms of Service, which apply to any purchases or interactions you make within the shop.

We encourage you to review Fourthwall’s terms before using our storefront.

Use of the Service

You may use the Service only in accordance with these Terms and solely for lawful purposes. In doing so, you agree to act responsibly and respectfully toward The Inventor Guide, its infrastructure, and its personnel. You must not:

  • Engage in any conduct that disrupts, damages, or impairs the operation of the Service or interferes with other users’ access.

  • Use the Service in a way that violates any laws, regulations, or standards of conduct, including attempts to disable, overburden, or otherwise exploit the Service.

  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any systems or accounts, or obtain paid features without proper authorization.

  • Harass, intimidate, or threaten any individuals associated with The Inventor Guide, including its employees, agents, volunteers, or service providers.

Any use of the Service outside these guidelines is strictly prohibited.

Intellectual Property

All content available through the Services—including, but not limited to, text, images, logos, illustrations, graphics, videos, design elements, and software—is the property of The Inventor Guide or its licensors and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

The Inventor Guide name, logo, and associated brand elements are protected assets. You may not use, copy, modify, display, or distribute them without our express written permission, except as allowed under our Branding Guidelines, which outline limited, non-commercial, and contextually fair use cases.

You must not:

  • Alter, distort, or misrepresent our brand or content.
  • Use our logo or name in any way that implies affiliation, endorsement, or partnership without approval.
  • Incorporate our branding into your own product, service, or marketing materials unless explicitly authorized.

Unauthorized use of our intellectual property—including violations of our Branding Guidelines—may result in legal action, including injunctive relief and claims for damages.

We reserve all rights not expressly granted to you in these Terms.

Impersonation

You must not impersonate or attempt to impersonate any individual or entity associated with The Inventor Guide, including but not limited to its employees, agents, volunteers, or service providers. This prohibition encompasses, but is not limited to:

  • Using false identities.
  • Misrepresenting your affiliation with any person or organization.
  • Engaging in deceptive practices intended to mislead others.
  • Utilizing any assets or materials owned by The Inventor Guide without obtaining prior written permission.

Engaging in impersonation may result in immediate suspension or termination of your access to the Service, as well as potential legal action. The Inventor Guide reserves the right to investigate any suspected impersonation and take appropriate action as deemed necessary.

While you may include links to the Services in your content, such links must not be used to impersonate or misrepresent your affiliation with The Inventor Guide.

Limitations of Liability

The Service is provided on an “as-is” basis. We make no representations or warranties regarding the accuracy, reliability, or availability of the Services. You agree that we are not liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising out of your use of our Service.

The Service may contain links to third-party websites or services. These external sites are not controlled by us, and we are not responsible for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party sites. You use third-party links at your own risk.

Privacy

We value your privacy and are committed to protecting any personal data you may share with us. Please refer to our Privacy Policy for detailed information on how we collect, use, and protect your information.

Modifications to the Service

We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any part of the Services at our discretion, without prior notice. We are not liable for any loss or damage resulting from such changes.

Termination

We may suspend or terminate your access to the Service at any time, without notice, if you violate these Terms or engage in activities that we deem inappropriate. In the event of any violation of these terms, the original English version set forth below shall govern and take precedence over any translations, irrespective of whether such translations were produced by an agent of The Inventor Guide or by any third party.

Dispute Resolution

You and The Inventor Guide agree that any disagreements, claims, or controversies related to these Terms—including their interpretation, enforcement, validity, or your use of the Services (collectively, “Disputes”)—will be resolved exclusively through binding arbitration, except as required by applicable law.

If a Dispute cannot be settled through informal discussions or mediation, it will be submitted to binding arbitration under the Federal Arbitration Act. The arbitration will be handled by a single arbitrator following the procedures set forth by the American Arbitration Association (AAA) as specified in this Agreement.

You must commence any arbitration proceedings within one year of the Dispute arising; otherwise, your right to arbitration will be permanently waived.

In no event shall The Inventor Guide’s total liability concerning any claims arising under these Terms or your use of its services exceed the greater of twenty U.S. dollars (USD $20) or the total amount you have paid to The Inventor Guide in the twelve months preceding the claim.

For any arbitration proceeding, The Inventor Guide will appoint a single arbitrator to manage the case. All hearings will be conducted in English. At The Inventor Guide’s discretion, the arbitration may be held in person or via video conference to ensure effective communication. The arbitrator’s decision will be final and binding.

Both parties agree to submit to the jurisdiction of the designated arbitrator. Whether the arbitration is held in person or electronically (including by video or teleconference), it will be considered as taking place within the United States, at a location chosen by The Inventor Guide.

Any decision or award given by the arbitrator under these terms shall be final and binding on both you and The Inventor Guide and will not be subject to further court review, except as needed to enforce the arbitrator’s decision. The decision shall be disclosed only to the parties’ legal counsel and other professional advisors.

The arbitration outcome must remain confidential, and aside from the aforementioned disclosures or any legal obligations, the ruling shall not be publicized.

Affiliation with Third Parties

The Inventor Guide is an independent entity and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or officially connected to Inventor Services LLC (accessible at inventor.gg) or any of its affiliated services. While The Inventor Guide provides tools and content that may integrate with or complement services offered by Inventor Services LLC, such integration does not imply any partnership or formal relationship.

The use of the term “Inventor” in our name is purely descriptive and intended to indicate compatibility with the Inventor ecosystem. It does not signify affiliation or attempt to misrepresent our relationship. The Inventor Guide is a separate and autonomous brand.

For more information, please see our Affiliation Disclaimer.

Changes to the Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or the Service itself. Any updates will be posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date. By continuing to use our Service, you agree to be bound by the updated Terms.

Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns regarding these Terms of Service, please contact us at: terms@theinventor.guide.