TERMS OF USE + PROGRAM TERMS
1) Acceptance of These Terms
By accessing or using the website dream-lab.ai (the “Site”) or registering for any Dream Lab workshop, course, cohort, bootcamp, mentorship, demo day, or related services (the “Program” or “Services”), you agree to be bound by these Terms & Conditions (“Terms”). If you do not agree, do not use the Site or Services.
2) Eligibility
The Site and Services are intended for users who can form a legally binding contract under applicable law.

If you are under 18, you may use the Site and register for the Program only with parent/guardian consent.

We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under the minimum age required by applicable law; if you believe a minor provided data without proper consent, contact us to request deletion.
3) What We Provide
Dream Lab provides education and community-based support related to AI, entrepreneurship, product building, go-to-market, and startup execution. Program components may include lessons, templates, assignments, office hours, mentor sessions, peer feedback, and community channels.

Important: Dream Lab is an educational provider; we do not guarantee funding, revenue, hiring outcomes, product performance, or business success.
4) Registration, Accounts, and Accuracy of Information
To access certain features (e.g., applying, enrolling, scheduling consultation), you may need to submit information such as your name, email, phone number, and other details. You agree that: the information you provide is accurate and up to date; and you will not impersonate others or use someone else’s contact details without permission.
5) Data Collection and Consent (Email & Phone for Consultation)
When you fill in forms, apply, request a demo/consultation, or contact us, you consent to our collection and use of your information, including email address and phone number, for purposes such as: scheduling and delivering consultation/advisory calls; responding to questions about the Program, tuition, curriculum, requirements, cohort timing, and enrollment steps; sending onboarding instructions, reminders, program updates, and learning materials; community and operational communications (e.g., changes to schedule, event access links).

This type of direct collection via phone, email, text, and website forms is standard in similar education/accelerator contexts. 

Communication channels: You may be contacted via email, phone call, SMS, WhatsApp/other messaging apps.

Marketing choice / opt-out:You can opt out of promotional messages at any time by (a) using the unsubscribe link in emails (if provided) or (b) contacting us at the email above. We will still send non-marketing, essential service messages (e.g., enrollment confirmation, access links, billing notices). This aligns with common “choices about your information” and opt-out practices.
6) Additional Information We May Collect
Depending on how you use the Site, we may collect: usage and device data (e.g., IP address, browser/device type, pages visited) and cookies or similar tracking technologies for analytics, security, and improving user experience.
7) How We Share Data
We may share personal data only as needed to operate the Site and Services, including: with service providers (e.g., email/SMS delivery, CRM, scheduling tools, analytics) acting on our instructions; if required by law, legal process, or to protect rights, safety, and security; in connection with a business transaction (e.g., merger, acquisition), subject to appropriate safeguards.
8) Data Security and Retention
We take reasonable measures to protect personal data, but no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure. We retain data only as long as necessary for the purposes above, unless a longer retention period is required by law or legitimate operational needs (e.g., audit, dispute resolution).
9) Program Rules, Participation, and Code of Conduct
You agree to: participate respectfully and professionally; not harass, discriminate, or abuse others; not disrupt sessions or communities; not post illegal, hateful, or harmful content; not misrepresent results, credentials, or affiliations.

We may warn, suspend, or remove participants (without refund in severe cases) for serious or repeated violations.
10) Course Requirements and Learner Responsibilities
To benefit from the Program, you are expected to: attend sessions and complete assigned work where applicable; use the materials for learning purposes; provide feedback or progress updates if the Program design requires it.

You understand that outcomes depend heavily on your effort, market factors, and execution.
11) Payments, Taxes, and Refunds
If the Program includes paid offerings: prices, billing frequency, and what is included will be shown at checkout or in an offer letter; you authorize us (or our payment processor) to charge the applicable fees; taxes may apply depending on your location.
12) Intellectual Property (IP) and Content Use
All Site and Program materials (videos, slides, templates, text, branding, and content) are owned by Dream Lab or its licensors and are protected by IP laws.You receive a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access materials for personal learning within the Program.

You may not: copy, resell, distribute, publicly post, or commercially exploit materials; record sessions or share recordings without written permission; remove watermarks, copyrights, or notices.
13) Participant Content and Permission to Use Testimonials
If you submit content (assignments, project updates, demo videos, comments, feedback, or testimonials), you grant Dream Lab a limited right to use it to operate the Program.

Marketing use (optional but common): If you provide a testimonial, review, or success story, you allow us to display it (with your name/role/company if you approved) unless you request removal in writing.
14) Recording of Sessions
Some sessions may be recorded for internal training, participant replay, quality improvement, or program operations. By joining such sessions, you consent to recording where lawful. If you do not want to be recorded, do not join recorded sessions or use provided alternatives if available.
15) Confidentiality and Startup Information
Dream Lab communities often involve sharing early-stage ideas. You agree: not to share other participants’ confidential information outside the Program; not to copy, scrape, or exploit others’ ideas, materials, or non-public discussions.Dream Lab is not responsible for disclosures you voluntarily make in public channels or public demo events.
16) Third-Party Links and Tools
The Site may link to third-party websites or tools. We do not control them and are not responsible for their content or practices. Your use of third-party services may be governed by their own terms and privacy policies.
17) Disclaimers
The Site and Services are provided “as is” and “as available.” To the maximum extent permitted by law: we disclaim warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement; we do not guarantee uninterrupted or error-free access; we do not guarantee business outcomes.
18) Limitation of Liability
To the maximum extent permitted by law, Dream Lab will not be liable for indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, or for loss of profits, revenue, data, or business opportunities arising from your use of the Site or Services.

Where liability cannot be excluded, our total liability will be limited to the amount you paid to Dream Lab for the relevant Service in the [3/6/12] months before the event giving rise to the claim (choose your preferred cap).
19) Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Dream Lab and its team from claims, damages, and expenses arising out of: your misuse of the Site/Services; your violation of these Terms; your infringement of others’ rights.
20) Termination
We may suspend or terminate access to the Site or Program if: you violate these Terms; you create risk or legal exposure for Dream Lab; or required by law.

You may stop using the Site at any time. Termination does not affect accrued payment obligations or sections that should survive (IP, confidentiality, limitation of liability, etc.).
21) Changes to These Terms
We may update these Terms from time to time. The updated version will be posted on the Site with a new effective date. Continued use after changes means you accept the updated Terms.