Terms of Service

The Ignition Society

Terms of Service and Privacy Policy 

Last Updated: 10/1/2025

Welcome to The Ignition Society (“Society,” “we,” “us,” or “our”). The Ignition Society is a community for car enthusiasts, offering both in-person events, adventures, and travel experiences, as well as an online platform for social networking, discussions, and content sharing. By becoming a member, participating in our events, or using our online services (collectively, the “Services”), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service (“Terms”). If you do not agree to these Terms, you may not join the Society or use the Services.

These Terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you and The Ignition Society. We reserve the right to update these Terms at any time, and your continued use of the Services after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated Terms. It is your responsibility to review these Terms periodically.

 

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WARNING: INHERENTLY DANGEROUS ACTIVITY
Participation in The Ignition Society’s activities, including but not limited to car meets, drives, rallies, adventures, and travel, involves inherently dangerous activities, including driving vehicles at high speeds, navigating challenging routes, or engaging in automotive-related events. These activities carry significant risks, including but not limited to personal injury, death, property damage, or emotional distress, whether caused by your actions, the actions of others, road conditions, weather, or other factors. 

By participating, you acknowledge and voluntarily assume all risks associated with these activities. 

You hereby waive, release, and discharge The Ignition Society, its officers, directors, employees, agents, sponsors, and affiliates from any and all claims, liabilities, or causes of action arising from your participation, including those resulting from our negligence, to the fullest extent permitted by law. You agree that we are not liable for any damages, losses, or injuries, and you participate at your own risk. 

Review the full Terms of Service below for additional details.

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1. Membership Eligibility and Application

1.1 Eligibility: To become a member, you must be at least 18 years old (or the age of majority in your jurisdiction) and possess a valid driver’s license if participating in driving-related activities. Membership is open to individuals who share an interest in cars and automotive culture, subject to our sole and exclusive approval.

1.2 Application Process: Membership applications are submitted through our website or designated platforms. We reserve the right to accept or reject any application at our sole discretion, for any reason or no reason at all, without providing reasons.

1.3 Membership Types: We may offer various membership tiers (e.g., basic, premium), each with associated fees, benefits, and restrictions as described on our website.

1.4 Termination of Membership: We may terminate or suspend your membership at any time for any reason, including violation of these Terms, with or without notice. Upon termination, you must cease using all Services.

2. Fees and Payments

2.1 Membership Fees: Membership requires payment of fees as outlined on our website. Fees are non-refundable and non-transferable, except as required by law.

2.2 Payment Processing: Payments are processed through third-party payment processors (e.g., Stripe, PayPal). You agree to pay all applicable fees and taxes. We are not responsible for any issues arising from payment processing, including lost funds, errors, delays, or disputes with the processor. You must resolve any payment issues directly with the processor.

2.3 No Refunds: All payments, including event fees, are final and non-reimbursable, even if an event is canceled, postponed, or if you are unable to attend. In the rare case of a Society-initiated cancellation, we may offer credits toward future events at our discretion, but no cash refunds will be provided.

2.4 Automatic Renewal: If your membership involves recurring payments, it will automatically renew unless you cancel prior to the renewal date. You authorize us to charge your payment method on file.

3. Online Platform and User Conduct

3.1 Account Creation: To access online features, you must create an account with accurate information. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and for all activities under your account.

3.2 User Content: You may post, upload, or share content (e.g., text, photos, videos) on our online platform. You retain ownership of your content but grant us a worldwide, royalty-free, perpetual, irrevocable license to use, modify, distribute, and display it for Society purposes, including promotion.

3.3 Prohibited Conduct: You agree not to:

  • Post illegal, harmful, abusive, defamatory, or infringing content.
  • Harass, bully, or spam other members.
  • Use the platform for commercial purposes without permission.
  • Attempt to hack, disrupt, or interfere with the platform.
  • Violate any laws or third-party rights.

3.4 Moderation: We reserve the right to monitor, remove, or edit any content and to suspend or ban users for violations at our sole discretion.

3.5 Intellectual Property: All Society content (e.g., logos, website design) is owned by us or our licensors. You may not use it without permission.

3.6 Data Privacy: Your use of the online platform is also governed by our Privacy Policy [insert link if applicable], which details how we collect, use, and protect your data.

4. In-Person Events, Adventures, and Travel

4.1 Event Descriptions: Events may include meets, drives, trips, and adventures. Descriptions are provided for informational purposes only and do not constitute guarantees.

4.2 No Guarantees: We do not guarantee that events will occur as planned, be available to all members, or meet your expectations. Events may be canceled, postponed, or modified due to weather, logistics, low attendance, force majeure, or other reasons. Capacity may be limited, and participation is on a first-come, first-served basis or by selection.

4.3 Attendance Limits: Not all members may be able to attend all events due to space, safety, or other constraints. We are not obligated to provide alternatives or accommodations.

4.4 Your Responsibilities: You must comply with all event rules, laws, and safety guidelines. You are responsible for your own transportation, equipment, and preparations.

5. Media Release and Likeness

5.1 Consent to Recording: By participating in any Society activity, you consent to being photographed, filmed, or recorded ( “Media” ).

5.2 License Grant: You grant us an irrevocable, royalty-free, worldwide license to use, publish, distribute, and reproduce your likeness, voice, and any Media featuring you in any medium (e.g., website, social media, prints) for promotional, archival, or other Society purposes, without compensation or further consent.

5.3 No Revocation: This consent cannot be revoked and extends to any derivatives of the Media.

6. Disclaimers, Waivers, and Indemnity

6.1 Assumption of Risk: Participation in Society activities, both online and in-person, involves inherent risks, including but not limited to property damage, injury, illness, or death from driving, travel, physical activities, or interactions with others. You assume all such risks voluntarily.

6.2 Waiver of Warranties: The Services are provided “as is” without warranties of any kind, express or implied, including fitness for a particular purpose, safety, or non-infringement. We do not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or availability of any content or events.

6.3 Limitation of Liability: To the fullest extent permitted by law, The Ignition Society, its officers, directors, employees, agents, and affiliates shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of the Services, even if advised of the possibility. Our total liability shall not exceed the fees paid by you in the prior 12 months.

6.4 Indemnification: You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless The Ignition Society and its affiliates from any claims, losses, damages, or expenses (including legal fees) arising from your violation of these Terms, your participation in activities, or your user content.

6.5 Release: You release The Ignition Society from any claims related to injuries, losses, or damages incurred during events or use of the Services.

6.6 Force Majeure: We are not liable for failures due to events beyond our control, such as natural disasters, pandemics, or government actions.

7. Intellectual Property and Trademarks

7.1 Ownership: “The Ignition Society” and related marks are our trademarks. You may not use them without written permission.

7.2 DMCA Policy: If you believe your copyright is infringed, notify us per the Digital Millennium Copyright Act.

8. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

8.1 Governing Law: These Terms are governed by, and under the jurisdiction of, the laws of San Mateo County, California, without regard to conflict of laws principles.

8.2 Arbitration: Any disputes shall be resolved through binding arbitration in San Mateo County, per the rules of the American Arbitration Association. You waive the right to class actions or jury trials.

8.3 Severability: If any provision is invalid, the remainder remains in effect.

9. Miscellaneous

9.1 Entire Agreement: These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and us.

9.2 No Waiver: Our failure to enforce any right does not waive it.

9.3 Assignment: We may assign these Terms; you may not without consent.

9.4 Contact: For questions, contact us at members@theignitionsociety.com.

10. Privacy Policy

We are committed to protecting your privacy in compliance with the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), as amended by the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA), and other applicable laws. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information.

10.1 Information We Collect

  • Personal Information: Name, email, phone number, address, payment details, driver’s license number (for driving events), and account credentials.

  • Event-Related Information: Vehicle details, insurance proof, health disclosures (if required), and event preferences.

  • User Content: Photos, videos, posts, or comments you share.

  • Usage Data: IP address, browser type, device info, and interactions with our website or platform (e.g., clicks, pages visited).

  • Media: Photos, videos, or audio captured at events where you appear.

10.2 How We Collect Information

  • Directly from you (e.g., membership forms, event registrations).

  • Automatically via cookies, web beacons, or analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics).

  • From third parties (e.g., payment processors, event partners).

10.3 How We Use Information

  • To process memberships, payments, and event registrations.

  • To communicate updates, newsletters, or promotions (opt-out available).

  • To manage and improve our Services, including analytics.

  • To create, publish, or distribute Media for promotional purposes.

  • To comply with legal obligations or enforce our Terms.

10.4 Sharing Information

  • Service Providers: We share with vendors (e.g., payment processors, hosting services) under strict confidentiality agreements.

  • Event Partners: Limited data (e.g., name, vehicle info) may be shared with venues or co-organizers for event logistics.

  • Legal Compliance: We may disclose data to comply with laws, subpoenas, or to protect our rights or safety.

  • Public Content: User content or Media may be publicly shared (e.g., social media, marketing materials).

10.5 Your Rights (California Residents)

Under the CCPA/CPRA, you have the right to:

  • Know: Request details about personal information collected, used, or shared in the past 12 months.

  • Delete: Request deletion of your personal information, subject to exceptions (e.g., legal retention).

  • Opt-Out: Opt out of the “sale” or “sharing” of personal information (we do not sell data but may share for analytics/advertising).

  • Non-Discrimination: We will not discriminate against you for exercising these rights.

  • Correct: Request correction of inaccurate personal information.

  • Limit Sensitive Data: Request limits on use of sensitive personal information (e.g., health data).

To exercise these rights, contact us at members@theignitionsociety.com.

We will verify your identity and respond within 45 days (or 90 days if extended).

10.6 Data Security

We use reasonable measures (e.g., encryption, access controls) to protect your data but cannot guarantee absolute security. Report suspected breaches to [insert contact].

10.7 Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined or as required by law. User content and Media may be retained indefinitely for promotional use.

10.8 Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies for functionality and analytics. You can manage preferences via browser settings, but disabling cookies may limit functionality. We do not honor Do Not Track signals.

10.9 Third-Party Links

Our platform may link to external sites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices.

10.10 Children’s Privacy

Our Services are not for individuals under 18. We do not knowingly collect their data. Contact us if you believe we have such data.

10.11 International Users

Our Services are hosted in the USA. If you access them from outside, your data is subject to U.S. laws, which may offer different protections.

10.12 Contact for Privacy

For questions or to exercise rights, email [insert email] or write to [insert address]. Include sufficient details for verification.

By agreeing, you confirm understanding and acceptance of these Terms and Privacy Policy. Print/save a copy for records.