Sponsor Service Agreement
SQXAlts.com — Annual Sponsorship Terms
This Sponsor Service Agreement (“Agreement”) is entered into between SQX Alts (“Company,” “we,” “us,” or “our”), the operator of SQXAlts.com, and the subscribing sponsor (“Sponsor,” “you,” or “your”) upon successful payment of the annual sponsorship fee. By completing payment, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by the terms of this Agreement.
1. Services Provided
During the term of this Agreement, SQX Alts will provide the following services to Sponsor:
Directory Listing. A dedicated listing for Sponsor on the SQX Alts sponsor directory at SQXAlts.com, including Sponsor’s company name, logo, description, website URL, and any additional contact information Sponsor elects to provide (phone, email, physical address, social media links, or other details). Sponsor is solely responsible for the accuracy of all listed information and may request updates at any time by contacting our editorial team.
Featured Sponsor Content. One featured editorial article per agreement term, written by the SQX Alts editorial team, highlighting Sponsor’s business, products, or services within the alternative investment space. The article will be published on SQXAlts.com and distributed through our standard editorial channels. Sponsor will have the opportunity to review the article for factual accuracy prior to publication. Final editorial discretion remains with SQX Alts.
Content Amplification. SQX Alts will repost, share, or otherwise amplify Sponsor-provided content (press releases, announcements, articles, or similar materials) that our editorial team determines to be consistent with the mission and editorial standards of SQXAlts.com. SQX Alts reserves sole discretion in determining whether specific content meets these standards. Submission of content does not guarantee publication.
2. Term and Effective Date
This Agreement becomes effective on the date SQX Alts receives Sponsor’s initial payment (“Effective Date”) and continues for a period of one year from the Effective Date (“Initial Term”). Following the Initial Term, this Agreement will automatically renew for successive one-year periods (“Renewal Terms”) unless cancelled in accordance with Section 5 of this Agreement.
3. Fees and Payment
The annual sponsorship fee is $1,500.00 USD (“Fee”), payable in full upon enrollment and upon each annual renewal. All payments are processed via credit card through Stripe, our third-party payment processor. By providing your credit card information, you authorize SQX Alts and Stripe to charge the applicable Fee to your designated credit card at the time of enrollment and on each annual renewal date thereafter. You agree to keep valid and current payment information on file. All fees are quoted in U.S. dollars. The Fee is non-refundable except as expressly stated in this Agreement.
4. Automatic Renewal and Billing
Your sponsorship will automatically renew at the end of each term, and the then-current annual Fee will be charged to your credit card on file, unless you cancel at least thirty (30) days prior to the next renewal date. SQX Alts will send a courtesy renewal reminder via email at least fifteen (15) days before the upcoming charge. Failure to receive this reminder does not relieve Sponsor of the obligation to cancel within the required notice period if Sponsor does not wish to renew. SQX Alts reserves the right to adjust the annual Fee upon renewal; any increase will be communicated to Sponsor in writing at least thirty (30) days before the renewal date.
5. Cancellation
Sponsor may cancel this Agreement at any time by providing written notice to SQX Alts at least thirty (30) days prior to the next renewal date. Written notice may be sent via email to the address listed on SQXAlts.com. Cancellation will take effect at the end of the then-current term; no prorated refunds will be issued for the remaining portion of any active term. Upon cancellation, Sponsor’s directory listing and associated content will be removed within a reasonable period following the end of the term.
6. Sponsor Obligations
Sponsor agrees to provide accurate, truthful, and non-misleading information for its directory listing and any submitted content. Sponsor represents and warrants that all content submitted to SQX Alts does not infringe upon the intellectual property rights of any third party and complies with all applicable laws and regulations, including securities laws. Sponsor will promptly notify SQX Alts of any changes to its contact information or business status that may affect its directory listing.
7. Editorial Discretion
SQX Alts maintains full editorial discretion over all content published on SQXAlts.com. While Sponsor may review featured content for factual accuracy, SQX Alts retains the right to determine the final form, placement, and timing of all published material. SQX Alts reserves the right to decline to publish or amplify any Sponsor-provided content that it determines, in its sole discretion, does not align with the editorial mission, standards, or audience expectations of the platform.
8. Intellectual Property
Sponsor grants SQX Alts a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use Sponsor’s name, logo, trademarks, and submitted content solely for the purpose of fulfilling the services described in this Agreement. All editorial content created by SQX Alts remains the intellectual property of SQX Alts. Neither party acquires any ownership interest in the other party’s intellectual property under this Agreement.
9. Limitation of Liability
To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, SQX Alts’ total liability under this Agreement shall not exceed the amount of the Fee paid by Sponsor for the then-current term. SQX Alts shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including loss of revenue, profits, or business opportunities, arising from or related to this Agreement, regardless of the theory of liability. SQX Alts does not guarantee any specific level of traffic, leads, engagement, or business results from the services provided.
10. Disclaimer of Warranties
Services are provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis. SQX Alts makes no warranties, express or implied, including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement. SQX Alts does not warrant that the website will be uninterrupted, error-free, or free of harmful components.
11. Indemnification
Sponsor agrees to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless SQX Alts and its owners, officers, employees, and agents from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, or expenses (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) arising out of or related to Sponsor’s breach of this Agreement, Sponsor’s content or materials, or any violation of applicable law by Sponsor.
12. Termination for Cause
Either party may terminate this Agreement immediately upon written notice if the other party materially breaches any provision of this Agreement and fails to cure such breach within fifteen (15) days of receiving written notice. SQX Alts may also terminate this Agreement immediately if Sponsor’s content or conduct is determined, in SQX Alts’ sole discretion, to be harmful to the reputation or mission of the platform. In the event of termination for cause by SQX Alts, no refund of any portion of the Fee shall be issued.
13. Privacy and Data
Payment processing is handled by Stripe. SQX Alts does not store credit card numbers or sensitive payment credentials. Sponsor’s contact and business information provided for the directory listing may be publicly displayed on SQXAlts.com. Any personal data collected is handled in accordance with our Privacy Policy, available on SQXAlts.com.
14. Modifications to Agreement
SQX Alts reserves the right to modify the terms of this Agreement at any time. Any material changes will be communicated to Sponsor in writing at least thirty (30) days prior to taking effect. Continued participation in the sponsorship program after such notice constitutes acceptance of the modified terms. If Sponsor does not agree to the modified terms, Sponsor may cancel in accordance with Section 5.
15. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution
This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Illinois, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Any disputes arising under this Agreement shall first be submitted to good-faith negotiation between the parties. If the dispute is not resolved within thirty (30) days, either party may pursue resolution through binding arbitration administered in Kane County, Illinois, or through the courts of competent jurisdiction in the State of Illinois.
16. Entire Agreement
This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the parties with respect to the subject matter hereof and supersedes all prior or contemporaneous understandings, agreements, or representations, whether written or oral. No waiver of any provision of this Agreement shall be effective unless made in writing and signed by the waiving party.
17. Contact
For questions about this Agreement, cancellation requests, or account updates, please contact SQX Alts at office@sqxalts.com.
