These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your access to and use of the PocketFund platform operated by PocketFund Technologies ("PocketFund", "we"). By creating an account or using the platform you agree to these Terms.
What PocketFund is — and is not
PocketFund is a technology platform that helps founders and investors discover each other, communicate, and run the operational side of a fundraise (NDAs, data rooms, structured discussions, bid leaderboards).
PocketFund is NOT a broker-dealer, investment advisor, placement agent, registered investment company, or escrow agent. We do not provide investment advice or recommendations. We do not hold or move investor funds. Founders + investors transact directly with each other, off-platform.
Eligibility
- You must be at least 18 years old (or the age of legal majority in your jurisdiction).
- You must provide accurate registration information and keep it updated.
- You must comply with applicable laws — including, where relevant, securities regulations in your jurisdiction.
Your account
You're responsible for the activity that happens under your account. Don't share credentials. Use a strong password and enable MFA when available. Notify us immediately if you suspect unauthorized access.
Founder responsibilities
- You own (or have the right to share) the materials you upload — pitch decks, financial models, demos, etc.
- Statements about traction, revenue, customers, and team must be accurate to the best of your knowledge.
- You may revoke investor access to your data room at any time.
Investor responsibilities
- You will not redistribute, repost, or publish founder materials accessed via the platform without explicit written permission.
- You will respect the NDA you sign before viewing each data room.
- You will represent your investor type, fund size, and accreditation status accurately.
Fees
Founders pay a success fee on closed rounds (currently 0.5%, capped at $10,000 — see Pricing). Investors pay monthly subscription fees per the plan they choose. Fees are exclusive of taxes; you're responsible for any applicable VAT / GST / sales tax.
Acceptable use
Don't do any of the following: misrepresent your identity or authority; harass, defame, or threaten other users; scrape or systematically collect data from the platform; circumvent technical limitations; upload malware; use the platform to launder money or evade sanctions.
Intellectual property
The platform — software, designs, copy, trademarks — is owned by PocketFund. Content you upload remains yours; you grant us a limited license to host and display it as needed to provide the service.
Disclaimers
The platform is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind. We don't guarantee that any specific match, conversation, or fundraise will succeed. Investing in startups is high-risk; you may lose your entire investment.
Limitation of liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, our aggregate liability arising from or related to the platform is capped at the greater of: (a) fees paid to us in the twelve (12) months preceding the claim, or (b) USD 100. We are not liable for indirect, consequential, or punitive damages.
Termination
You may terminate your account at any time. We may suspend or terminate your access for material breach of these Terms. On termination, your data is handled per the Privacy Policy.
Governing law + dispute resolution
These Terms are governed by the laws of Karnataka, India. Disputes will be resolved in the courts of Bengaluru. Either party may seek injunctive relief in any court of competent jurisdiction to protect IP or confidential information.
Changes
We'll update these Terms when our service changes. Material changes are notified at least 30 days in advance via email + a banner on the platform.
Contact
Questions? legal@pocketfund.in.