Terms of Service

Last updated: 16 November 2025

1. Acceptance of These Terms

By accessing or using any part of the Always Ascending website (the “Site”) – including the home page, podcast page, music page, events page, merch page, “What’s Next” page, any sub‑domains, mobile applications, newsletters, wait‑lists, or any other services we provide (collectively, the “Services”) – you (“User”, “you”, “your”) agree to be bound by these Terms of Service (the “Terms”).

If you do not agree to these Terms, you must immediately stop using the Site and Services.

2. Eligibility

  1. You must be at least 13 years old (or the minimum age required under applicable law) to use the Site.
  2. By using the Site you represent and warrant that you have the legal capacity to enter into a binding contract.
  3. If you are using the Site on behalf of a company, organization, or other legal entity, you represent that you are authorized to bind that entity to these Terms.

3. Changes to the Terms

We may amend, modify, or update these Terms at any time, for any reason.
When a material change is made, we will:

  • post a notice on the homepage or a dedicated “Terms Updates” page, and
  • send an email to the address we have on file for you (if you are subscribed to our mailing list).

Your continued use of the Site after the change constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

4. Use of the Site

4.1. Permitted Use

You may browse, view, and download publicly available content (e.g., blog posts, podcast episode descriptions, music samples, event announcements) for personal, non‑commercial purposes only.

4.2. Prohibited Conduct

You may not:

  • Violate any applicable law or regulation.
  • Upload, post, transmit, or otherwise make available any content that is unlawful, defamatory, harassing, obscene, or infringes on any third‑party rights.
  • Use automated tools (bots, scrapers, spiders) to extract data from the Site without our prior written consent.
  • Reverse‑engineer, decompile, or otherwise attempt to derive the source code of the Site.
  • Impersonate any person or entity, or falsely state or otherwise misrepresent your affiliation with Always Ascending.
  • Interfere with or disrupt the operation of the Site or the servers or networks connected to it.

Violations may result in immediate termination of your access and/or legal action.

5. Intellectual Property

  1. Our Content – All text, graphics, logos, images, video, audio, software, designs, layout, and other materials on the Site (collectively, “Always Ascending Content”) are owned by or licensed to Always Ascending and are protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual‑property laws.

  2. Limited License – Subject to these Terms, we grant you a non‑exclusive, worldwide, royalty‑free, revocable license to view, download, and print the Always Ascending Content for personal, non‑commercial use. You may not:

    • Modify, adapt, translate, create derivative works from, or otherwise exploit the content for commercial purposes.
    • Remove or alter any copyright, trademark, or other proprietary notices.

  3. User‑Generated Content – If you submit comments, suggestions, photos, or any other user‑generated content (“UGC”) through the Site (e.g., wait‑list form, contact form, event registration), you retain ownership of that content but grant us a perpetual, irrevocable, royalty‑free, worldwide, sublicensable license to use, reproduce, modify, distribute, publicly display, and create derivative works of the UGC in connection with the Services and our marketing.

  4. Third‑Party Materials – The Site may contain links or embeds to third‑party content (e.g., Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, Instagram). Those materials are owned by the respective third parties, and you must comply with their terms of use.

6. Purchases, Payments & Refunds (Merch & Future Products)

  • Merchandise – When the merch store launches, you may purchase apparel, accessories, or other physical goods. All purchases are final unless a product is defective or not as described.

  • Payment Processing – All payment information is processed by a third‑party payment processor (e.g., Stripe, PayPal). We do not store credit‑card data on our servers.

  • Refund Policy – Refunds are offered only for items that are defective, damaged in transit, or incorrectly shipped. Requests must be submitted within 14 days of receipt.

  • Taxes & Duties – You are responsible for any applicable taxes, customs duties, or import fees.

7. Newsletter, Wait‑Lists & Subscriptions

  • By entering your email address on the Site (e.g., “Subscribe now” button on the Events page or “Join the waitlist” on the Merch page), you consent to receive marketing communications from Always Ascending.
  • You may unsubscribe at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” link in any email or by contacting us at privacy@alwaysascendinginc.com (or the future info@alwaysascendinginc.com).

8. Disclaimers

  1. Content Accuracy – While we strive for accuracy, the Site and all associated content are provided “as is” and “as available”. We make no warranties—express or implied—regarding the correctness, completeness, or reliability of any information, including but not limited to podcast transcripts, music lyrics, event details, or product descriptions.

  2. Health & Wellness – The Site promotes conscious living, meditation, manifestation, and personal growth. The information is not intended as medical, psychological, legal, or financial advice. Always consult qualified professionals before making health‑related or financial decisions.

  3. Third‑Party Services – Links to external platforms (Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, Instagram, etc.) are provided for convenience only. We are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or terms of those services.

  4. No Guarantee of Availability – We do not guarantee that any service, event, podcast episode, music release, or product will be available at any particular time.

9. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, Always Ascending, its officers, directors, employees, agents, and affiliates shall not be liable for:

  • Any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including loss of profits, data, goodwill, or other intangible losses arising out of or related to your use of the Site or Services.
  • Any damages exceeding the amount you actually paid us (if any) for the specific service that gave rise to the claim, within the last twelve (12) months.

The foregoing limitations apply even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages or if a remedy fails of its essential purpose.

10. Indemnification

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless Always Ascending and its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, and agents from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, judgments, penalties, costs, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) arising out of or relating to:

  • Your breach of these Terms;
  • Your use of the Site or Services;
  • Your violation of any law or the rights of any third party; or
  • Any UGC you submit.

11. Termination

We reserve the right, at our sole discretion, to suspend or terminate your access to the Site (with or without notice) for:

  • Violations of these Terms;
  • Fraudulent or abusive behavior;
  • Requests from law‑enforcement or other governmental authorities; or
  • Any other reason we deem appropriate.

Upon termination, all licenses granted under these Terms will immediately cease, and you must promptly destroy any downloaded or printed copies of the Site’s content.

12. Governing Law & Dispute Resolution

  • Governing Law – These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of [Insert State], United States, without regard to its conflict‑of‑law principles.
  • Venue – Any legal action or proceeding arising out of or related to these Terms shall be exclusively brought in the state or federal courts located in [Insert County, State].
  • Arbitration (optional) – If you prefer, you may elect to resolve any dispute (except for claims you may bring in small‑claims court) through binding arbitration administered by the American Arbitration Association (AAA) under its Commercial Arbitration Rules. The arbitration shall take place in [Insert City, State], and the arbitrator’s award may be entered as a judgment in any court of competent jurisdiction.

13. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is held to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.

14. Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Always Ascending concerning your use of the Site and Services, superseding any prior or contemporaneous communications, representations, or agreements, whether oral or written.

15. Contact Information

If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us at:

Always Ascending Inc.
Email: privacy@alwaysascendinginc.com

IMPORTANT: This Terms of Service is a template created from the information you provided and based on common best‑practice provisions (e.g., GDPR, CCPA, US consumer‑protection law). It does not constitute legal advice. Please have it reviewed by qualified legal counsel to ensure compliance with all applicable local, state, national, and international regulations before publishing.