Terms of Use
1. Purpose
These Terms of Use establish the conditions and procedures for using the online services provided by IFWY through its official website.
2. Effect and Modification of the Terms
These Terms shall take effect upon being posted on the website and may be amended within the scope of applicable laws. Any changes will be announced in advance, and if users do not raise objections and continue to use the services within seven (7) days of such notice, they shall be deemed to have agreed to the revised Terms. If the changes are disadvantageous to users, the consent will be deemed only if users continue to use the services without objection within thirty (30) days after the notice.
3. Governing Rules and Interpretation
Matters not stipulated in these Terms shall be governed by applicable laws and general commercial practices.
4. Account Creation and Management
(1) An account is automatically created when the user agrees to these Terms, provides the required information, and completes email verification.
(2) Catalyst applicants must provide additional information including gender, date of birth, nationality, country of residence, affiliation, and language spoken.
(3) Accounts are for individual use only and may not be transferred or shared.
(4) Account information can be viewed and modified in the settings menu.
(5) Users are responsible for managing their accounts. Any disadvantages resulting from identity theft or unauthorized use shall be borne by the user. If the user becomes aware of such use, they must notify IFWY immediately. IFWY shall not be held liable for any damages resulting from a user's failure to notify.
5. Account Restrictions and Service Sanctions
IFWY may restrict account creation, limit service usage, or delete accounts under the following circumstances:
- Re-registration with a previously deleted account
- Omission or falsification of required information
- Unauthorized use of another person’s information
- Registration for criminal or disruptive purposes
- Violation of these Terms or Use policies
- Other circumstances deemed necessary by IFWY for operational reasons
6. Service Provision, Modification, and Suspension
(1) IFWY, in principle, provides its services 24/7 throughout the year. However, services may be temporarily suspended due to system maintenance or technical issues, with prior or subsequent notice given where possible.
(2) IFWY may modify or suspend certain service functions for performance improvement, security enhancement, legal compliance, prevention of misuse, or operational reasons. Reasonable prior notice will be given where possible.
(3) Service access may be restricted based on the user’s age, activity history, or by request.
7. Prohibited Conduct and Penalties
Users must not engage in the following activities:
(1) System interference or unauthorized access
(2) Unauthorized use of others’ accounts or information
(3) Posting illegal content, infringing copyrights, portrait rights, or privacy rights
(4) Spamming, spreading malicious code, or engaging in hate speech
(5) Unauthorized advertising or promotional content
(6) Automated access using tools like scrapers or bots
(7) Unauthorized collection or extraction of personal or identifiable information
(8) Manipulating or distorting content metrics (e.g., views, likes)
(9) Any other act deemed in violation of applicable laws or regulations
8. Content and Copyright
(1) Users retain the copyright to content they create (text, images, videos, etc.).
(2) IFWY may make non-substantial modifications, edits, or adjustments to such content for the purposes of service operation, promotion, or improvement. Users can manage their content by deleting, moving, or hiding it through service features.
(3) The following types of content may be deleted without notice, and the authors may be subject to penalties:
- Personal attacks, dissemination of false information, or defamation
- Obscene, violent, coercive, or discriminatory expressions
- Spamming or distribution of malicious software
- Unauthorized advertisements or promotional content
(4) IFWY may delete or block such content and will, in principle, notify users for such actions. However, exceptions may apply for legal or security reasons.
9. Idea Submission and Participant Selection
(1) Users may submit ideas, which may be used by IFWY to select participants.
(2) Submitted ideas may be reproduced, edited, exhibited, or otherwise used for the purposes of forum planning, operation, and promotion.
(3) Submitters must ensure that the idea is original and does not infringe on third-party rights. Ownership rights and compensation terms will be specified through separate notices or agreements.
10. Paid Services and Refunds
Some services may be paid, with payment options including credit card and mobile payments. Specific terms are provided at the time of transaction. Full refunds are available if IFWY is responsible for failure to provide the service. General refunds follow the stated refund policy.
11. Termination and Withdrawal
(1) Users may request account withdrawal at any time through the website. The handling of personal information after withdrawal shall follow the Privacy Policy.
(2) Content created by the user is not automatically deleted upon withdrawal, and users must delete it themselves if necessary.
(3) IFWY may terminate the service agreement or suspend the user’s access for a certain period without prior notice if the user engages in any of the following acts:
① Using another person’s personal information, member ID, or password, or registering with false information
② Engaging in identity theft or payment method fraud
③ Registering multiple accounts under different IDs by the same person
④ Defaming, insulting, or causing harm to others
⑤ Infringing the intellectual property rights of IFWY, other users, or third parties
⑥ Deliberately distributing content that disrupts public order or good morals
⑦ Using the service for profit or obstructing other users’ access
⑧ Intentionally disrupting IFWY’s operations
⑨ Sending excessive information or spam with the intention of disturbing service stability
⑩ Distributing illegal software or malware that causes malfunctions or data destruction in violation of relevant laws such as the Copyright Act or the Act on Promotion of Information and Communications Network Utilization
⑪ Being subject to corrective orders from regulatory authorities or legal interpretations by the election commission regarding illegal election activities
⑫ Reproducing, distributing, or commercially using information obtained through the service without IFWY’s prior approval
⑬ Posting obscene content or linking to pornographic sites on the bulletin board
⑭ Engaging in illegal communication, hacking, exceeding access authority, or other actions that interfere with the system in violation of relevant laws
⑮ Violating these Terms or other conditions set by IFWY for service use
(4) IFWY may impose warnings, temporary suspensions, or permanent bans based on the severity of the violation.
(5) IFWY may establish detailed procedures and criteria for service restrictions to ensure lawful use and protect users.
12. Personal Information Protection
IFWY protects users' personal information in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. Details are available in the Privacy Policy.
13. Notifications
IFWY may notify users through announcements on the website, email, or other appropriate means. Users are responsible for keeping their contact information up to date.
14. Disclaimers
(1) IFWY shall not be held liable for any failure to provide services due to force majeure events or other causes beyond its reasonable control.
(2) IFWY is not responsible for disruptions caused by the user.
(3) IFWY does not guarantee the accuracy, legality, or reliability of content posted or distributed by users.
(4) IFWY is not liable for transactions made between users or with third parties through the service.
(5) Unless required by law, IFWY is not responsible for services provided free of charge.
15. Governing Law and Jurisdiction
These Terms of Use are governed by the laws of the Republic of Korea. Any disputes arising in connection with these Terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the Seoul Central District Court.