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Terms of Service

Terms of Service

Last Updated: January 1, 2025 • Effective Date: January 1, 2025

Welcome to TakeMeOutToDinner

These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your use of TakeMeOutToDinner's exclusive dining connection platform ("Service"). By accessing or using our Service, you agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to these Terms, you may not use our Service.

1. Eligibility & Membership

Age Requirement: You must be at least 21 years old to use our Service.

Location: The Service is currently available only in New York City.

Application Process: Membership is invite-only and subject to our vetting process. We reserve the right to accept or reject any application at our sole discretion.

Accurate Information: You must provide accurate, current, and complete information during registration and maintain the accuracy of such information.

Account Security: You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and for all activities under your account.

2. Service Description & Use

Platform Purpose: TakeMeOutToDinner facilitates dinner connections between vetted members at NYC restaurants.

No Guarantee: We do not guarantee matches, successful connections, or specific outcomes from using our Service.

Restaurant Reservations: Members are responsible for making and honoring restaurant reservations. Cancellation policies vary by establishment.

Service Modifications: We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any aspect of the Service at any time.

Third-Party Services: Your interactions with restaurants and other third parties are solely between you and such parties.

3. User Conduct & Responsibilities

You agree to:

  • Treat all members with respect and courtesy
  • Honor confirmed dinner reservations or cancel with appropriate notice
  • Provide honest and accurate information in your profile
  • Respect the privacy and boundaries of other members
  • Comply with all applicable laws and regulations
  • Use the Service only for its intended purpose of facilitating genuine connections

4. Prohibited Activities

You may not:

  • Create fake profiles or misrepresent your identity
  • Harass, threaten, or intimidate other members
  • Use the Service for commercial or promotional purposes
  • Share or sell your account access to others
  • Attempt to circumvent our vetting process
  • Scrape, copy, or redistribute member information
  • Engage in any illegal activities through the Service
  • Repeatedly fail to honor confirmed dinner reservations
  • Solicit money or financial information from other members

5. Privacy & Data Protection

Data Collection: Our collection and use of personal information is governed by our Privacy Policy.

Member Privacy: You may not collect, use, or disclose other members' personal information without their consent.

Communication: By using the Service, you consent to receive communications from us regarding your membership and Service updates.

Data Security: While we implement reasonable security measures, we cannot guarantee absolute security of your information.

6. Fees & Payment

Membership Fees: Certain features may require payment of fees as described during registration.

Restaurant Costs: You are responsible for all costs associated with dining, including food, beverages, taxes, and gratuities.

Refund Policy: Membership fees are non-refundable except as required by law.

Fee Changes: We reserve the right to change our fees upon 30 days' notice to you.

7. Termination

Termination by You: You may terminate your account at any time by contacting our support team.

Termination by Us: We may suspend or terminate your account for violation of these Terms or for any other reason at our discretion.

Effect of Termination: Upon termination, your right to use the Service will immediately cease. Certain provisions of these Terms will survive termination.

No Refunds: Termination does not entitle you to any refunds unless required by law.

8. Disclaimers & Limitation of Liability

No Warranties: The Service is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind, express or implied.

No Liability: We are not liable for any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising from your use of the Service.

Member Interactions: We are not responsible for the conduct of any member or your interactions with other members.

Third Parties: We are not liable for any third-party services, including restaurants where dinners occur.

Maximum Liability: Our total liability to you shall not exceed the amount you paid us in the past twelve months.

9. General Terms

Governing Law: These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of New York.

Dispute Resolution: Any disputes shall be resolved through binding arbitration in New York County, New York.

Entire Agreement: These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and TakeMeOutToDinner.

Modifications: We may modify these Terms at any time. Continued use after modifications constitutes acceptance.

Severability: If any provision is found unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue in effect.

Assignment: You may not assign your rights under these Terms without our prior written consent.

Questions About These Terms?

If you have any questions about these Terms of Service, please contact our legal team through the platform's support center.