Effective Date: July 31, 2026
By accessing or using the Degree1 App, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service (“Terms”). If you do not agree, do not use the App. These Terms are entered into between you and BackDrop Interactive Corp (“Company,” “we,” “us,” or “our”), a Delaware corporation. If you are between the ages of 13 and 17, you represent that a parent or legal guardian has reviewed and agreed to these Terms on your behalf. We reserve the right to refuse access to the App to any person or entity, for any reason or no reason, at our sole discretion.
Degree1 is an invitation-only mobile application that enables private, closed communities (“Groups”) for friends, families, neighbors, teams, and other real-world social circles. Groups are created and managed by a designated administrator called a “Key.” Membership in any Group requires an explicit invitation from the Key. There are no public profiles and no public content in Degree1.
Access to any Group within the App requires a valid invitation from that Group’s Key. The Key has sole discretion over who may join their Group and may remove members at any time. BackDrop Interactive Corp does not mediate disputes between Keys and members regarding Group membership decisions.
Ownership: You retain ownership of any content you create within the App, including posts, comments, messages, photos, events, and recommendations (“User Content”).
License to us: By submitting User Content, you grant BackDrop Interactive Corp a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free, transferable license to store, display, and transmit that content to the extent necessary to operate and improve the App and deliver it to the members of your Group. This license survives the termination of your account solely to the extent necessary to complete any ongoing operations or to comply with legal obligations. We do not reproduce or display your User Content — your actual posts, messages, or photos — in external advertising or promotional materials without your permission. Any use of data about how users interact with the App is described in our Privacy Policy.
Your responsibility: You are solely responsible for the User Content you submit. You agree not to submit content that:
Content Removal: BackDrop Interactive Corp reserves the right, but not the obligation, to review, screen, and remove any User Content at any time and for any reason, including but not limited to content that we determine, in our sole discretion, violates these Terms, is objectionable, or poses a risk to the safety or reputation of the App or its users. We are not responsible for any failure or delay in removing such content.
You agree not to:
You may delete your account at any time from within the App’s settings. BackDrop Interactive Corp reserves the right to suspend or terminate your account if you violate these Terms, with or without notice, at our sole discretion. Upon termination, your right to use the App ceases immediately. We may retain your data as required by applicable law, for legitimate business purposes, or to enforce these Terms. Sections 5, 8, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 16, 17 and any provisions of these Terms regarding Indemnification, Arbitration, and General Provisions shall survive termination.
The Degree1 App, including its design, features, code, trademarks, logos, and all content created by BackDrop Interactive Corp, is the exclusive property of BackDrop Interactive Corp and is protected by applicable intellectual property laws. You may not copy, modify, distribute, or create derivative works from any part of the App without our express written permission.
The App relies on third-party infrastructure providers including Google Firebase and SendGrid. Your use of the App is also subject to the terms and privacy policies of those providers. BackDrop Interactive Corp is not responsible for the acts or omissions of third-party service providers. We make no warranties or representations regarding third-party services and shall not be liable for any damages arising from your reliance on or use of such services.
THE APP IS PROVIDED ON AN “AS IS” AND “AS AVAILABLE” BASIS WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, OR NON-INFRINGEMENT. WE DO NOT WARRANT THAT THE APP WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED, ERROR-FREE, OR SECURE.
WE ARE NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR THE CONTENT, CONDUCT, OR ACTIONS OF ANY USER OR GROUP KEY WITHIN THE APP.
TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, BACKDROP INTERACTIVE CORP AND ITS OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, AGENTS, AND AFFILIATES SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO YOUR USE OF, OR INABILITY TO USE, THE APP, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO LOSS OF DATA OR CONTENT, LOSS OF GOODWILL, OR LOSS OF PROFITS, EVEN IF WE HAVE BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. OUR TOTAL LIABILITY TO YOU FOR ANY CLAIM ARISING OUT OF THESE TERMS SHALL NOT EXCEED ONE HUNDRED DOLLARS ($100).
These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Delaware, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Any disputes arising under these Terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the state and federal courts located in LaPorte County, Indiana.
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless BackDrop Interactive Corp and its officers, directors, employees, agents, affiliates, successors, and assigns from and against any and all claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) arising out of or relating to: (a) your use of the App; (b) any User Content you submit, post, or transmit through the App; (c) your violation of these Terms; (d) your violation of any applicable law or regulation; or (e) your infringement or violation of any third party’s rights. BackDrop Interactive Corp reserves the right, at your expense, to assume the exclusive defense and control of any matter subject to indemnification by you, and you agree to cooperate with our defense of such claims.
YOU AND BACKDROP INTERACTIVE CORP AGREE THAT EACH MAY BRING CLAIMS AGAINST THE OTHER ONLY IN YOUR OR ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY AND NOT AS A PLAINTIFF OR CLASS MEMBER IN ANY PURPORTED CLASS, CONSOLIDATED, OR REPRESENTATIVE ACTION.
If you download the App from the Apple App Store, you acknowledge that these Terms are between you and BackDrop Interactive Corp, and not with Apple Inc. Apple has no obligation to provide maintenance or support for the App. In the event of any conflict between these Terms and the Apple Media Services Terms and Conditions, the Apple terms will govern solely with respect to your use of the App Store. The same principle applies to Google Play and Google LLC.
We may update these Terms from time to time. When we do, we will revise the effective date above and, where material changes occur, notify you through the App or by email. Your continued use of the App after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms. The current version will always be available at degree1.com/app-terms.html.
Severability: If any provision of these Terms is held to be invalid or unenforceable, that provision shall be enforced to the maximum extent permissible, and the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.
Entire Agreement: These Terms, together with the Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and BackDrop Interactive Corp regarding the App and supersede all prior agreements and understandings, whether written or oral.
Assignment: You may not assign or transfer these Terms or any rights or obligations hereunder without our prior written consent. BackDrop Interactive Corp may assign these Terms, in whole or in part, without restriction and without notice to you, including in connection with a merger, acquisition, corporate reorganization, or sale of all or substantially all of its assets.
Waiver: The failure of BackDrop Interactive Corp to enforce any right or provision of these Terms shall not constitute a waiver of such right or provision. Any waiver of any provision of these Terms will be effective only if in writing and signed by the Company.
Electronic Communications: By using the App, you consent to receiving electronic communications from us, including emails and push notifications. You agree that all agreements, notices, disclosures, and other communications we provide to you electronically satisfy any legal requirement that such communications be in writing.
Force Majeure: BackDrop Interactive Corp shall not be liable for any delay or failure to perform resulting from causes beyond our reasonable control, including but not limited to acts of God, natural disasters, war, terrorism, epidemics, government actions, power failures, internet disruptions, or third-party service outages.
If you have questions about these Terms, please contact us: