Terms of Service

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using the FounderGrade platform (foundergrade.ai), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. FounderGrade is operated by a DIFC-incorporated entity in Dubai, UAE.

2. Platform Services

FounderGrade provides:

• AI-powered credibility scoring for startups
• Expert review and verification services
• Investor-founder matching
• Smart contract escrow for capital protection
• Cohort management for accelerators

3. User Accounts

You must provide accurate information during registration. All users must complete KYC verification before participating in financial transactions. You are responsible for maintaining the security of your account credentials.

4. Fees & Payments

Founders: Free platform access. Expert scoring review fee of $199-$499. 1% success fee on funded amounts. Investors: 1.5% Escrow Release Fee when funds deploy. 1% Investor Success Fee on funded amount (2.5% total). Experts: Earn $50-$150 per review plus $150 deal-close bonus. Accelerators: Monthly subscription starting at $199/month.

5. Escrow & Smart Contracts

Investment funds are held in blockchain-based smart contract escrow (Ethereum L2 - Base). Capital is released in tranches upon milestone verification through 2-of-3 multisig approval. FounderGrade does not hold custody of escrowed funds.

6. Dispute Resolution

Disputes related to escrow releases are resolved through our built-in arbitration process. For other disputes, the laws of DIFC shall apply, and disputes shall be resolved through DIFC Courts.

7. Limitation of Liability

FounderGrade provides scoring and matching services. We do not guarantee investment returns or startup success. Credibility scores are expert assessments and should not be the sole basis for investment decisions.

8. Contact

For questions about these terms, contact us at legal@foundergrade.ai or write to: FounderGrade, DIFC Innovation Hub, Dubai, UAE.