Welcome to Blast the Community! These Terms and Conditions govern your use of our platform, including purchasing services, submitting reviews, and communicating with us. By accessing or using our website or mobile app, you agree to abide by these terms. Please read them carefully, as they help us maintain a respectful, supportive community for everyone.

1. General Conduct

When using Blast the Community, you agree to conduct yourself respectfully and lawfully at all times. This includes interactions with other users, businesses, and our team. We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate these guidelines.

2. Purchasing Services

Blast the Community provides a directory of minority, women, and veteran-owned businesses. When purchasing services from listed businesses:

Do Your Research: While we strive to provide accurate listings, Blast the Community is not responsible for any transactions between you and businesses listed on our platform. We recommend doing additional research to confirm details.

Respect Payment Terms: Honor the payment terms agreed upon between you and the service provider. Do not attempt to bypass payment requirements or negotiate unfavorable terms after a service is delivered.

Leave Honest Feedback: Your reviews help other community members make informed decisions. We encourage you to be fair and truthful in your feedback.

3. Submitting Reviews

Blast the Community encourages genuine, constructive feedback on business listings. When submitting a review:

Be Honest and Respectful: Provide honest, factual, and respectful feedback. Avoid offensive language, personal attacks, or defamatory statements.

Focus on the Service, Not the Individual: Comment specifically on the service provided rather than the individual offering the service.

Avoid Irrelevant Content: Do not include unrelated details or external links. Reviews should be relevant to the service or product provided by the business.

No False Information: Submitting deliberately false or misleading information in reviews is strictly prohibited and may result in suspension of your account.

4. Prohibited Conduct

The following activities are strictly prohibited on Blast the Community:

Harassment or Abuse: Any form of harassment, abuse, hate speech, or discrimination toward other users, businesses, or our team.

Spam or Unsolicited Promotions: Posting promotional content, spam, or irrelevant links in reviews, messages, or comments.

Impersonation or Misrepresentation: Do not impersonate another person or falsely claim to represent a business.

Illegal Activities: Using the platform for fraudulent or illegal activities, including attempting to defraud others.

5. Contacting Blast the Community

We encourage open communication and are here to support you. When contacting us:

Be Clear and Respectful: Please be concise and respectful in your messages. Our team is committed to assisting you and appreciates courteous communication.

Provide Relevant Information: When seeking support, include any necessary details to help us address your query effectively.

No Abuse: Abusive language or aggressive behavior directed at our team is unacceptable. In extreme cases, we may limit or block communication.

6. Modifications to Terms

Blast the Community reserves the right to modify these Terms and Conditions at any time. Significant changes will be communicated via email or a notice on our website. By continuing to use our platform, you accept these updates.

7. Disclaimer of Liability

Blast the Community is a directory and informational platform. We are not responsible for the quality of services provided by listed businesses or any disputes arising between users and businesses. By using our platform, you agree to release Blast the Community from any liability related to transactions or interactions facilitated through our listings.

Thank you for helping us make Blast the Community a positive and respectful platform for everyone. If you have questions or feedback, please feel free to reach out to us at info@blastcommunity.com.