Terms and Conditions

Effective Date: September 2025

Welcome to the American Exchange Project (“AEP,” “we,” “our,” or “us”).
By accessing or using our website https://www.americanexchangeproject.org (“Site”), including any pages that collect email addresses, donation forms, or link to third-party e-commerce platforms, you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions (“Terms”).
If you do not agree, please do not use the Site.

1. Eligibility

You must be at least 13 years old (or the minimum age required in your country) to use the Site.
If you are under 18, you may only use the Site with the involvement of a parent or guardian.

2. Use of the Site

You may use the Site and its content only for lawful, personal, and non-commercial purposes.
You agree not to:

  • Violate any applicable law or regulation.

  • Attempt to interfere with the Site’s security or operation.

  • Collect or harvest personal data of others without consent.

  • Use the Site to send spam or other unauthorized communications.

3. Email Capture and Communications

When you voluntarily provide your email address (for example, when signing up for newsletters or updates), you agree that we may send you informational and promotional emails.
You can unsubscribe at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” link in our emails or by contacting us at admin@americanexchangeproject.org.

4. Donations and Payments

We may provide links to third-party platforms to process donations (for example, Stripe, PayPal, Apple Pay, or other payment providers).

  • Third-Party Responsibility: Payment information is collected and processed directly by these third-party services. We do not store your full payment card details.

  • Your Responsibility: Before donating, review the terms and privacy policies of the applicable payment provider.

  • Receipts and Records: We will provide a confirmation of your donation as required by law.

5. E-Commerce / Merchandise Sales

Our Site may link to a third-party e-commerce platform for merchandise purchases.

  • Purchases made on those third-party sites are governed by the terms and policies of the respective platform or vendor, not these Terms.

  • We are not responsible for the accuracy, fulfillment, or delivery of goods or services offered on third-party sites.

6. Third-Party Links

The Site may contain links to third-party websites or services for convenience.
We do not control and are not responsible for the content, policies, or practices of those third parties. Accessing third-party sites is at your own risk.

7. Intellectual Property

All content on the Site—such as text, graphics, logos, and design—is owned by or licensed to AEP and is protected by copyright and trademark laws.
You may not copy, distribute, or create derivative works without our prior written consent, except for personal, non-commercial use.

8. Disclaimers

  • The Site and all content are provided “as is” and “as available” without warranties of any kind, express or implied.

  • We do not guarantee that the Site will be error-free, secure, or continuously available.

9. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, AEP and its directors, employees, and agents are not liable for any indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of the Site or third-party services, including but not limited to donation platforms and e-commerce providers.

10. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless AEP, its officers, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, or expenses arising out of your violation of these Terms or your misuse of the Site.

11. Privacy

Your use of the Site is also governed by our Privacy Policy.
Please review it to understand how we collect, use, and protect your information.

12. Changes to the Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time.
If we make material changes, we will post a notice on the Site and update the “Effective Date” above.
Your continued use of the Site after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the new Terms.

13. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of [Insert State, e.g., Massachusetts], without regard to conflict-of-law principles.
Any disputes shall be resolved exclusively in the state or federal courts located in [Insert County and State], and you consent to the jurisdiction of those courts.

14. Contact Us

If you have questions about these Terms or the Site, please contact:

American Exchange Project
Email: admin@americanexchangeproject.org
Mailing Address: [Insert mailing address]