Terms of Service

Article 1 (Purpose)

These Terms govern the use of the running matching platform service (hereinafter “Service”) provided by RunnersLikeMe (hereinafter “Company”) and establish the rights, obligations, and responsibilities between the Company and users.

Article 2 (Definitions)

1. “Service” refers to the running host-guest matching platform provided by the Company, an online service where users can find and connect with running partners.
2. “Member” refers to a person who enters into a service agreement with the Company in accordance with these Terms and uses the Service.
3. “Host” refers to a member who registers running schedules and invites guests.
4. “Guest” refers to a member who applies to participate in a running session registered by a host.
5. “Credit” refers to virtual points used within the Service for running participation and hosting.
6. “Running Note” refers to content that members create and share to record personal running activities such as solo runs.
7. “Running Post” refers to running schedules and related information registered by hosts to recruit guests.
8. “Match” refers to a state where a host approves a guest's participation request and both agree to run together.

Article 3 (Effectiveness and Amendments)

1. These Terms become effective when posted on the Service screen or notified to members by other means.
2. The Company may amend these Terms if necessary, within the scope of applicable laws.
3. When Terms are amended, the Company will notify members of the changes and effective date through the Service or email.
4. Members who do not agree to amended Terms may discontinue use of the Service and terminate their account.

Article 4 (Service Provision)

1. The Company provides the following services:
   • Running host-guest matching service
   • Running post registration and search service
   • Chat service between members
   • Review and rating system
   • Credit system
   • Solo running records and Running Note service
   • Other services developed or provided through partnerships
2. The Service is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year in principle.
3. The Company may temporarily suspend the Service for system maintenance or other reasons.

Article 5 (Registration)

1. Those who wish to use the Service must apply for registration following the Company's procedures.
2. The following information must be provided during registration:
   • Social login (Google, etc.) or other authentication methods provided by the Company
   • Phone number (SMS verification)
3. Children under the age of 14 cannot register for the Service.
4. Minors between 14 and 18 years old must obtain consent from their legal guardian before registering.
5. The Company may refuse registration or terminate the service agreement in the following cases:
   • Using another person's information
   • Providing false information
   • Previously sanctioned for violating these Terms
   • Other cases where Company requirements are not met

Article 6 (General Member Obligations)

1. Members must comply with applicable laws, these Terms, and notices published by the Company.
2. Members must securely manage their account information and may not share or transfer it to third parties.
3. Members must maintain accurate and current information on their profiles.
4. Members must respect and treat other members with courtesy.
5. Members acknowledge and accept the inherent risks of running activities (injuries, accidents, etc.).

Article 7 (Host Obligations)

1. Hosts must provide accurate information (location, time, pace, distance, etc.) in their running posts.
2. Hosts must select safe running courses and inform guests in advance of any potential hazards.
3. Hosts may not use approved guests' personal information for purposes other than the Service or share it with third parties.
4. Hosts must not cancel running sessions without valid reason.
5. Hosts must appear at the agreed time and place. No-shows are prohibited.

Article 8 (Guest Obligations)

1. Guests must comply with the running rules and instructions set by the host.
2. Guests must appear at the agreed time and place. No-shows are prohibited.
3. Guests must consider their physical fitness and health condition when applying for running sessions.
4. If a guest brings a minor, the guest is responsible for supervising that minor.

Article 9 (Credit System)

1. Definition of Credits

1. Credits are virtual points used within the Service for running participation and hosting.
2. Credits have no monetary value and cannot be refunded, transferred, or traded.

2. Earning and Using Credits

1. The specific methods of earning credits, usage rules, and restrictions are governed by the operational policies within the Service.
2. The Company may change operational policies and will provide prior notice through the Service or email.

3. Prohibition of Fraudulent Acquisition

1. Acquiring credits through fraudulent means or abusing the credit system is prohibited.
2. The Company may reclaim fraudulently acquired credits and apply sanctions under Article 13 to the relevant member.

4. Expiration

1. Credits do not expire. However, the Company may introduce an expiration period through a policy change, with 90 days' prior notice.

Article 10 (Cancellation & No-show Policy)

1. Cancellation Policy

2. No-show Penalties

* No-show reports can only be submitted within 48 hours of the scheduled run time.

Article 11 (Review Policy)

1. After completing a run, hosts and guests may submit mutual reviews.
2. Reviews must be based on facts and must not contain false information.
3. The following reviews are prohibited:
   • False or exaggerated content
   • Profanity, defamation, hate speech
   • Disclosure of personal information
   • Retaliatory reviews
   • Advertising or promotional content
4. The Company may delete or request modification of reviews that violate these rules.

5. Running Notes

1. Members may create and publish Running Notes to record their solo running activities.
2. Published Running Notes are visible to other members, and members may choose to make them public or private.
3. Running Notes must not contain false information or content that infringes on the rights of others.
4. The Company may delete or make private any Running Notes that violate the above rules.

Article 12 (Prohibited Activities)

Members must not engage in the following activities:

1. Using another person's information or registering false information
2. Harassing or threatening other members
3. Sexual harassment, discrimination, hate speech
4. Monetary transactions, fraud, illegal trading of goods
5. Sending spam or advertising messages
6. Commercial activities using the Service (without Company approval)
7. Infringing on others' intellectual property rights
8. Interfering with the normal operation of the Service
9. Other activities that violate applicable laws
10. Acquiring credits through fraudulent means, or abusing the credit system through multiple accounts, fabricated running records, or other deceptive methods

Article 13 (Reports & Sanctions)

1. Members may report inappropriate behavior by other members.
2. Report reasons include:
   • Inappropriate behavior
   • Harassment or threats
   • No-show
   • Fake profile
   • Spam or advertising
   • Safety concerns
3. The Company reviews reports and takes appropriate action.
4. Sanction levels are as follows:
   • Warning
   • 7-day suspension
   • 30-day suspension
   • Permanent suspension
5. Automatic temporary suspension may be applied after 5 cumulative reports.

Article 14 (Service Restrictions)

1. The Company may restrict service use if a member violates these Terms or interferes with normal Service operation.
2. When restricting use, the Company notifies the member of the reason and restriction period.
3. Members may appeal service restrictions, and the Company will review and make a decision.

Article 15 (Limitation of Liability)

1. The Company is not responsible for:
   • Injuries, accidents, or illnesses occurring during running activities between members
   • Disputes or conflicts between members
   • Accuracy or reliability of information provided by members
   • Damages caused by force majeure such as severe weather or natural disasters
   • Service disruptions caused by member's fault
2. The Company's liability is limited to the amount paid by the member for using the Service (if any).
3. Members are responsible for checking their health condition before running and consulting with a medical professional if necessary.

Article 16 (Dispute Resolution)

1. Disputes between members should be resolved directly between the parties in principle.
2. The Company may optionally provide mediation for dispute resolution, but is not obligated to do so.
3. The scope of disputes the Company may mediate:
   • No-show related disputes
   • Review related disputes
   • Safety-related reports
4. If a dispute arises between the Company and a member, both parties will consult in good faith to resolve the dispute.

Article 17 (Account Termination)

1. Members may request account termination at any time through the settings menu.
2. Upon termination, member's personal information is processed according to the Privacy Policy.
3. All credits held at the time of termination are forfeited and not refunded.
4. If there are ongoing running matches, termination will be processed after completion of those runs.
5. Re-registration with the same information may be restricted after termination.

Article 18 (Governing Law and Jurisdiction)

1. The interpretation and application of these Terms shall be governed by the laws of the Republic of Korea.
2. Disputes arising from the use of the Service shall be brought before a court of competent jurisdiction under the Civil Procedure Act.
3. For international users, mandatory consumer protection regulations of the user's country of residence may take precedence over these Terms where required by applicable law.
4. For users residing in the European Union (EU), the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) applies, and related rights are separately described in the Privacy Policy.