Terms of Service

1. Introduction

egtos is an online service operated by egtos GmbH that enables companies to connect and form a network of partners, trade excess human capacity between partner organizations, and include independent consultants and consulting firm consultants into project teams formed by trading partners.

2. Definitions

• User: Any individual or entity that registers on or uses the Platform
• Partner Company: A corporate User engaged in capacity trading and/or collaboration
• Independent Consultant: A self-employed professional registered on the Platform
• Consulting Firm Consultant: An individual employed by a consulting firm and registered on the Platform with the firm's consent
• Human Capacity: Professional staff time, expertise, and resources offered for collaboration or trade
• Project Team: A group formed on the Platform to deliver specific work agreed between trading partners
• Service Fee: Any fee charged by the Platform for facilitating connections, transactions, or project collaborations

3. Eligibility

To use the Platform, you must:

• Be at least 18 years old
• Have the legal capacity to enter into binding contracts
• If representing a company, have the authority to bind that company to these Terms
• Ensure that any human capacity you trade or assign is authorized and compliant with applicable labor laws

4. Account Registration & Access

Accurate Information

You agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information during registration.

Account Security

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

Multiple Roles

A single account may act as a partner company, independent consultant, or consulting firm representative, provided profile details reflect your role accurately.

5. Use of the Platform

You may use the Platform to:

• Network with other partner companies and consultants
• Trade human capacity with connected partners
• Form and participate in project teams
• Manage project deliverables and communication

6. Prohibited Activities

You must not:

• Use the Platform for any illegal or unauthorized purpose
• Misrepresent your identity, qualifications, or business status
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to other users' accounts or data
• Distribute spam, malware, or harmful content
• Violate intellectual property rights of egtos or other users
• Engage in activities that disrupt or interfere with the Platform's operation

7. Capacity Trading & Projects

Agreements Between Users

The Platform facilitates connections but is not a party to agreements between Users. You are responsible for negotiating terms, deliverables, and compensation directly with your trading partners.

Compliance

All capacity trades and project arrangements must comply with applicable employment, tax, and business regulations in relevant jurisdictions.

Dispute Resolution

Users are responsible for resolving disputes arising from capacity trades or project collaborations. egtos may provide mediation support but has no obligation to intervene.

8. Payment & Fees

egtos charges service fees for certain Platform features. Fee structures are displayed during registration and may be updated with advance notice.

All payments are processed securely through third-party payment providers. You are responsible for ensuring payment information is accurate and up to date.

9. Intellectual Property

All content, trademarks, logos, and software on the Platform are the property of egtos or its licensors. You may not reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works without permission.

You retain ownership of content you upload but grant egtos a license to use it for Platform operations and promotional purposes.

10. Limitation of Liability

egtos provides the Platform "as is" without warranties of any kind. We are not liable for indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from your use of the Platform. Our total liability shall not exceed the fees you paid in the preceding 12 months.

11. Termination

We may suspend or terminate your account if you violate these Terms or engage in conduct that harms the Platform or other Users. You may close your account at any time.

Upon termination, your access to the Platform will cease, but certain provisions (such as limitation of liability and dispute resolution) will survive.

12. Governing Law & Disputes

These Terms are governed by Swiss law. Any disputes shall be resolved through arbitration in Basel, Switzerland, under the Swiss Rules of Arbitration.

13. Contact Us

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