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Terms of Service
Last Updated: January 24, 2026
Welcome to Cynosure. By using the cynosure.life website and services (the "Service"), you agree to these Terms of Service ("Terms"). Please read them carefully before participating. If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, you should not use the Service.
Eligibility and Accounts
Age Requirement
You must be at least 13 years old to use Cynosure, and if you are under 18, you should only use the Service with the involvement of a parent or guardian. The Service is not intended for children under 13, and we do not knowingly allow such use. By using Cynosure, you represent that you meet these age requirements.
Account Registration
To access certain features, you may need to create an account. You agree to provide truthful, current, and complete information during registration and to keep your account information updated. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your login credentials and for all activities that occur under your account.
Account Security
Do not share your password or allow others to access your account. If you discover any unauthorized use of your account or security breach, notify us immediately. We are not liable for any loss or damage arising from your failure to safeguard your account information.
User Responsibilities and Acceptable Use
We strive to maintain a respectful, trustworthy community. By using Cynosure, you agree to:
Follow the Law and Respect Others
Use the Service only for lawful purposes. Do not post or share content that is unlawful, threatening, libelous, harassing, or that violates the rights of others. You are responsible for the legality and appropriateness of any content you contribute.
No Malicious Activity
Do not attempt to hack, disrupt, or abuse the Service. This includes transmitting viruses, scraping data without permission, or attempting to circumvent security or access controls.
No Spam or Fraud
Do not use Cynosure to spam others, spread misinformation, or engage in fraudulent or deceptive practices. Creating fake identities or misrepresenting your affiliation to any person or entity is prohibited.
Respect Network Integrity
Cynosure is a network of trust relationships. You agree not to manipulate, falsify, or delete trust records in bad faith. While you can choose whom to trust or not trust, you should not abuse this system (for example, by retaliatory distrust without cause or by coordinating to distort someone's trust profile).
User Content and Trust Data
Your Content
Cynosure allows you to post content such as trust endorsements, relationship notes, profile information, and other inputs ("Content"). You retain ownership of the content you create; however, by submitting Content to the Service, you grant Cynosure a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free license to use, display, reproduce, modify, and distribute your Content within the Service as needed to operate and improve the platform. This license allows us to make your contributions visible to others and to contextualize them as part of the trust network. You still own your content and can reuse it outside the platform, but you give us permission to present it on Cynosure.
Public Trust Records
Please note that trust relationships and endorsements you contribute may be visible to other users as part of the core functionality of Cynosure. The Service is intended to make trust visible by recording how people, businesses, and accounts relate to each other over time. Once you express trust or distrust towards an identity on the platform, that expression becomes part of a communal record. Even if you later delete your account or remove a specific connection, Cynosure does not retroactively erase trust expressions that were validly made. Instead, such historical trust data may be retained in an anonymized or de-identified form as part of the network's memory (see Privacy Policy for details). This policy exists to preserve the integrity of the trust network — truth requires memory, and we do not distort historical records by deleting them, even if an individual leaves the platform.
Content Guidelines
You are responsible for ensuring that any Content you post (including comments or trust assertions about others) is accurate to the best of your knowledge and does not violate any laws or rights. Do not post content that you don't have the rights to use. By posting content about others, you affirm that it is based on truthful, observed information or personal experience, and not intended to mislead or harm. We are not responsible for user-generated content, and we do not endorse opinions expressed by users. However, we reserve the right to remove or modify content that violates these Terms or applicable law.
Intellectual Property
All materials and content provided by Cynosure (excluding your own Content) are the property of Cynosure or its licensors and are protected by intellectual property laws. This includes the "Cynosure" name, logo, the design and functionality of the platform, and any text or graphics we have created. You agree not to copy, distribute, or create derivative works from our intellectual property without our prior written consent, except as allowed by law (such as brief quotations or fair use).
You may use the Service and its content for its intended purpose — personal, informational use — but you may not use it for commercial exploitation or any purpose that competes with Cynosure. If you believe any material on the site infringes your intellectual property, please contact us so we can investigate and address it.
Termination of Use
You are free to stop using Cynosure at any time. Similarly, we reserve the right to suspend or terminate your account or access to the Service at our discretion, especially if you violate these Terms or engage in behavior that harms other users or the integrity of the network. We may also remove or disable any content you post if we find it violates our policies. In most cases, we will attempt to notify you of such actions and the reason for them (e.g., sending a warning or explanation), but we are not obligated to provide notice or an appeal process in every circumstance.
If your account is terminated (whether by you or by us), these Terms will survive with respect to provisions that by their nature should continue (such as content licenses granted, disclaimers, and liability limitations). Note: If we terminate your account due to violation of these Terms or misuse of the Service, you may not be entitled to any refund of fees you have paid (see Refund Policy), and you may be prohibited from creating a new account without our permission.
Disclaimers and Limitation of Liability
Service Provided "As Is"
Cynosure is provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis, without warranties of any kind. We make no guarantees that the Service will be uninterrupted, error-free, or meet your expectations. To the fullest extent allowed by law, we disclaim any warranties (express or implied) including implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement. While we strive for accuracy and reliability, Cynosure does not warrant that the information on the platform (including trust data) is complete or error-free, or that any defects will be corrected.
User Content Disclaimer
Trust ratings and relationship data on Cynosure are largely generated by users. We do not guarantee the truth or reliability of any user contributions. You acknowledge that any reliance on information obtained through the Service is at your own risk. We do not screen all content, and views expressed by users are their own, not endorsements by Cynosure.
Limitation of Liability
Under no circumstances will Cynosure or its affiliates, officers, employees, or agents be liable for any indirect or consequential damages arising out of or in connection with your use of (or inability to use) the Service. This includes, but is not limited to, any loss of profits, loss of data, reputational harm, or personal harm that may result from interactions on the platform. To the extent permitted by law, the maximum total liability of Cynosure to you for any claims arising from the Service is limited to the amount (if any) you have paid us for the Service, or AUD $100, whichever is less. Some jurisdictions do not allow certain liability limitations; in such cases, our liability will be limited to the minimum extent permitted by law.
Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Cynosure and its affiliates from any claims, losses, liabilities, or expenses (including attorney's fees) arising out of your use of the Service, your violation of these Terms, or your violation of any rights of a third party. This means if someone else sues us because of something you did on Cynosure, you could be responsible for any costs or damages we have to pay.
Governing Law
Cynosure is based in Australia. These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Queensland, Australia, unless otherwise required by applicable law. If you reside outside of Australia, you might have additional rights or protections under your local consumer laws; these Terms do not limit any consumer protections to which you are legally entitled in your country of residence. In the event of any dispute or claim arising out of these Terms or your use of the Service, you and Cynosure agree to submit to the non-exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Queensland, meaning that we both agree to resolve such disputes under Australian law, but we do not preclude a claim in your home country's courts if applicable law so requires for consumer issues.
Changes to These Terms
We may update or modify these Terms from time to time. If we make material changes, we will provide reasonable notice, such as by posting the updated Terms on our site with a new effective date and/or by emailing registered users. Continued use of the Service after changes become effective constitutes your acceptance of the new Terms. If you do not agree to a revised term, you should discontinue use of Cynosure before the new Terms take effect. We encourage you to review the Terms periodically to stay informed about your obligations and rights. We aim to communicate changes in a clear and transparent way, consistent with our mission-driven approach (no surprises or hidden terms).
Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about these Terms of Service, please contact us. You can reach our team by emailing support@cynosure.life or by visiting the support/contact page on our website. We welcome feedback and will do our best to address any issues in a manner that is consistent with our values of trust and transparency.