Terms and Conditions

Ascent Incubator | ascentincubator.com

Effective Date: 02/01/2025
Last Updated: 02/01/2025

Welcome to Ascent Incubator! By accessing ascentincubator.com (“Website”) and enrolling in the Ascent Incubator Program (“Program”), you agree to comply with the following Terms and Conditions (“Terms”).

If you do not agree with these Terms, please do not use our Website or Services.

1. Legal Entity & Ownership

Ascent Incubator is a brand and service operated by Innovation Ascent LLC, a legally registered business entity located at:

📍 Innovation Ascent LLC
867 Boylston St, 5th Floor, Suite 510
Boston, MA 02116
United States

All intellectual property, website content, program materials, and branding are legally protected under Innovation Ascent LLC. For more details, refer to our Intellectual Property and Brand Ownership Policy.

2. Acceptance of Terms & Program Eligibility

By using this Website and enrolling in the Program, you confirm that you:

  • Are at least 18 years old or have legal parental/guardian consent.
  • Have read, understood, and agreed to abide by these Terms and Conditions.
  • Acknowledge that participation does not guarantee business success or funding. (See Legal Disclaimer).
  • Understand that the Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) applies to protect all confidential information shared within the Program. (See NDA).

3. Registration, Subscription, and Payment

3.1 Account Creation & Responsibilities

  • To access the Program, users must register an account with accurate details.
  • Users are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of their login credentials.
  • Multiple accounts for the same user are not allowed.

3.2 Free Trial & Subscription Fees

  • The first 30 days of the Program are free (“Freemium Period”).
  • After the free trial, users must pay $30 per month for continued access.
  • Subscription fees are billed monthly and are non-refundable.
  • Users can cancel their subscription at any time, but no refunds are issued after payment is processed.

For more details on cancellations and refunds, refer to our Refund and Returns Policy.

4. Intellectual Property & Use of Program Content

4.1 Ownership of Content

  • All content on ascentincubator.com, including educational materials, AI-powered tools, business frameworks, and branding, is owned by Innovation Ascent LLC.
  • Users receive a limited, non-transferable license to use the content for personal educational purposes only.

4.2 Prohibited Actions

Users may not:
🚫 Copy, distribute, or resell program content.
🚫 Share proprietary resources with third parties.
🚫 Use Ascent Incubator’s branding for unauthorized commercial use.

For further information, review our Intellectual Property and Brand Ownership Policy.

5. Confidentiality & Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA)

To protect the intellectual property, business ideas, and discussions within the Program:

  • All participants must abide by the NDA, which applies from the moment they register.
  • Confidential business ideas discussed in the Program remain the sole property of their respective owners.
  • Unauthorized sharing, disclosure, or misuse of confidential materials will result in termination of access.

Read the full Non-Disclosure Agreement for more details.

6. Privacy & Data Protection

Ascent Incubator values user privacy and complies with international data protection laws, including GDPR (EU), CCPA (California), and LGPD (Brazil).

  • We collect personal data only for program delivery and improvement.
  • We do not sell user data to third parties.
  • Users can request data access, correction, or deletion at any time.

For full details, refer to our Privacy Policy.

7. Prohibited Conduct & Code of Ethics

To maintain a professional, collaborative, and respectful environment, users must:
✅ Engage respectfully with fellow entrepreneurs, mentors, and instructors.
✅ Use AI tools responsibly without plagiarism, data manipulation, or misrepresentation.
✅ Follow ethical business practices in idea development, fundraising, and market validation.

🚨 Violations of these guidelines may result in immediate termination of access without refund.

8. Disclaimer of Liability & No Guarantee of Success

  • Ascent Incubator provides educational services only; participation does not guarantee business success or investor funding.
  • Users are responsible for implementing what they learn and conducting their own due diligence.
  • Ascent Incubator is not liable for financial losses, business failure, or reliance on AI-generated content.

For full liability terms, read our Legal Disclaimer.

9. Payment Disputes & Chargebacks

🚨 Unauthorized chargebacks or disputes with payment providers will result in account suspension.

  • If you believe you were charged incorrectly, contact billing@ascentincubator.com before initiating a chargeback.
  • Fraudulent disputes may result in legal action to recover damages.

For refund eligibility, review our Refund and Returns Policy.

10. Governing Law & Dispute Resolution

These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Massachusetts, USA.

  • Any disputes shall first be resolved through good-faith negotiations.
  • If unresolved, disputes shall be settled via binding arbitration in Boston, MA.
  • Class-action lawsuits are not permitted.

11. Updates to Terms & Conditions

Ascent Incubator may update these Terms periodically. Users will be notified via:
✅ Email (if subscribed)
✅ Website announcements

Continued use of the Program after updates constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

12. Contact Information

For any questions regarding these Terms, please contact:

📧 Email: support@ascentincubator.com
🌐 Website: www.ascentincubator.com

By registering for Ascent Incubator, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to these Terms and Conditions. Let’s build the future together!