Terms of Service
Terms of Service
Last Updated: February 25, 2026
Welcome to the Founders, Inc. website (including all subdomains, the “Site”), operated by FKR, Inc., a Delaware C-Corporation doing business as Founders, Inc. (“Founders, Inc.,” “we,” “us,” and/or “our”). Our principal business address is 2 Marina Boulevard, San Francisco, CA 94123.
The Site provides information about our organization and application process, and tools for applicants to submit applications and proceed through the application process (collectively, the “Services”).
THESE TERMS CONTAIN AN ARBITRATION AGREEMENT THAT, WITH LIMITED EXCEPTION, REQUIRES YOU TO SUBMIT CLAIMS AGAINST US TO BINDING AND FINAL ARBITRATION. UNDER THE ARBITRATION AGREEMENT: (1) YOU MAY BRING CLAIMS ONLY ON AN INDIVIDUAL BASIS (NOT AS A PLAINTIFF OR CLASS MEMBER IN ANY CLASS OR REPRESENTATIVE ACTION), AND (2) RELIEF MAY BE AWARDED ONLY ON AN INDIVIDUAL BASIS.
We may change these Terms from time to time. If we do, we will post the updated Terms on this page and revise the “Last Updated” date above. Changes will become effective no earlier than fourteen (14) days after posting, except changes addressing new functions of the Site or changes made for legal reasons, which may be effective immediately. Your continued use of the Site after the effective date constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.
These Terms incorporate by reference our Privacy Policy. By using the Site, you agree to the collection and use of data as described in the Privacy Policy.
If you do not agree to these Terms, do not use the Site.
1. Access and Use of the Site
A. No Accounts
Visitors cannot create accounts on the Site. You may be able to submit an application and communicate with us as part of the application process.
B. Eligibility
The Services are available globally (excluding sanctioned jurisdictions). The Services are intended for a general audience. If you are under 18, you represent that you have permission from a parent or legal guardian to use the Site and submit an application.
C. Modifications to the Site
We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue the Site (or any part of it) at any time, temporarily or permanently, with or without notice. You agree we will not be liable for any such modification, suspension, or discontinuance.
D. General Practices Regarding Use and Storage
We may establish and change general practices and limits concerning use of the Site and retention of application materials and other content, in our sole discretion. We are not responsible for deletion or failure to store content, except as required by law or our Privacy Policy.
2. Application Process; Fees
A. Applications
Submitting an application does not guarantee acceptance. Founders, Inc. makes all application decisions internally.
B. Interviews and Communications
Applicants may be invited to interview. Communications related to applications are generally conducted by email.
C. Fees
Applications are currently free.
3. Conditions of Use
You agree to use the Site lawfully and responsibly. You are solely responsible for any content you submit through the Site (including application materials) (“User Content”).
You agree not to use the Site to:
Upload content that infringes intellectual property or other proprietary rights of any party
Upload content you do not have the right to share (by law, contract, or fiduciary duty)
Upload malware, viruses, or other harmful code
Create a privacy or security risk to any person
Send spam, unsolicited promotions, chain letters, pyramid schemes, or other solicitation
Upload unlawful, harmful, threatening, abusive, harassing, defamatory, obscene, or hateful content
Interfere with or disrupt the Site, servers, or networks connected to the Site
Violate applicable laws, including sanctions-related restrictions
Impersonate any person or entity or misrepresent affiliation
Solicit personal information from anyone under 18
Collect email addresses or contact information by automated means
Attempt to access materials or information not intentionally made available through the Site
We may investigate violations and take appropriate action, including removing content, restricting access, or pursuing legal remedies.
4. Intellectual Property Rights
A. Site Content
The Site and its content, features, branding, and functionality (“Site Content”) are protected by intellectual property laws. Except as expressly permitted, you agree not to copy, modify, distribute, scrape, frame, or create derivative works from the Site or Site Content.
B. Trademarks
“Founders, Inc.”, “FKR, Inc.” and related logos and marks are trademarks of Founders, Inc. or its licensors. Nothing in these Terms grants you a license to use our trademarks without prior written permission.
C. User Content License (Limited to Operating the Services)
You retain ownership of your User Content. By submitting User Content, you grant Founders, Inc. a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free license to host, store, reproduce, and use your User Content solely as necessary to operate, administer, and evaluate your application and provide the Services, consistent with our Privacy Policy.
D. Submissions
If you send us feedback, suggestions, or ideas (“Submissions”), you agree we may use them without restriction or compensation.
5. Third-Party Websites and Services
The Site may contain links to third-party websites or services. We do not control and are not responsible for third-party sites or services. Your dealings with third parties are solely between you and the third party.
6. Confidentiality; Application Materials
Founders, Inc. reviews applications internally and, as described in our Privacy Policy, does not sell applicant data or share applicant data with third parties for their independent use.
However, due to the nature of reviewing applications, you understand that:
we cannot guarantee that general ideas or non-confidential information you submit will remain exclusive to you; and
you should not submit information you consider highly sensitive or proprietary if you are not comfortable doing so.
(Please review the Privacy Policy for additional detail on how we handle Personal Information.)
7. Indemnity and Release
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Founders, Inc. and its affiliates, and their officers, employees, directors, and agents from any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) arising out of or related to: (a) your use of the Site; (b) your User Content; (c) your application(s) or the results thereof; or (d) your violation of these Terms or any rights of another.
If you are a California resident, you waive California Civil Code Section 1542.
8. Disclaimer of Warranties
YOUR USE OF THE SITE IS AT YOUR SOLE RISK. THE SITE IS PROVIDED “AS IS” AND “AS AVAILABLE.”
WE DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, WHETHER EXPRESS, IMPLIED, OR STATUTORY, INCLUDING IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, TITLE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT.
We do not warrant that the Site will be uninterrupted, timely, secure, error-free, or that results from use of the Site will be accurate or reliable.
9. Limitation of Liability
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, FOUNDERS, INC. WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR EXEMPLARY DAMAGES, OR ANY LOSS OF PROFITS, GOODWILL, USE, DATA, OR OTHER INTANGIBLE LOSSES, ARISING OUT OF OR RELATING TO YOUR USE OR INABILITY TO USE THE SITE OR SERVICES.
IN NO EVENT WILL OUR TOTAL LIABILITY TO YOU FOR ALL CLAIMS EXCEED ONE HUNDRED DOLLARS ($100).
Some jurisdictions do not allow certain limitations, so some of the above may not apply to you.
10. Dispute Resolution by Binding Arbitration (Arbitration Agreement)
PLEASE READ THIS SECTION CAREFULLY. IT AFFECTS YOUR RIGHTS.
A. Agreement to Arbitrate
You agree that any disputes or claims arising out of or relating to these Terms, the Site, the Services, or your relationship with Founders, Inc. will be resolved by final and binding arbitration, rather than in court, except you may assert individual claims in small claims court if eligible.
The Federal Arbitration Act governs interpretation and enforcement of this Arbitration Agreement.
B. No Class Actions
YOU AND FOUNDERS, INC. AGREE THAT CLAIMS MAY BE BROUGHT ONLY ON AN INDIVIDUAL BASIS AND NOT IN ANY CLASS, CONSOLIDATED, OR REPRESENTATIVE ACTION. The arbitrator may award relief only to the individual party seeking relief and only to the extent necessary for that party’s claim.
C. Pre-Arbitration Informal Resolution
Before starting arbitration, you agree to contact us and attempt to resolve the dispute informally by emailing legal@f.inc with a description of your issue and the relief you seek.
D. Arbitration Procedures
Arbitration will be administered by the American Arbitration Association (AAA) under its rules, as modified by this Arbitration Agreement. Unless the parties agree otherwise, arbitration hearings will take place in San Francisco, California, or by remote means where appropriate.
E. Fees
Fees will be governed by the AAA rules unless otherwise required by law.
F. Confidentiality
All aspects of the arbitration proceeding will be confidential to the fullest extent permitted by law.
G. Severability
If any portion of this Arbitration Agreement is found unenforceable, the remainder will remain in effect, except that if the class action waiver is found unenforceable, the entire Arbitration Agreement will be null and void.
H. Future Changes
If we make a future change to this Arbitration Agreement, you may reject the change by notifying us in writing within thirty (30) days of the change, in which case you will arbitrate under the prior version.
11. Termination
We may, in our sole discretion, suspend or terminate access to the Site, and remove or refuse User Content, at any time and for any reason, including suspected fraud, misuse, or violation of these Terms. We may refer suspected illegal activity to law enforcement.
Sections that by their nature should survive termination (including intellectual property provisions, disclaimers, limitation of liability, indemnity, and arbitration) will survive.
12. Governing Law; Venue for Non-Arbitrable Claims
These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of California, without regard to conflict-of-law principles.
For disputes not subject to arbitration, you agree to submit to the personal and exclusive jurisdiction of the state and federal courts located in San Francisco County, California.
13. Statute of Limitations
You agree that any claim arising out of or related to the Site or these Terms must be filed within one (1) year after the claim arises, or it will be permanently barred, unless prohibited by applicable law.
14. Notices and Contact
Legal notices and questions about these Terms should be sent to:
We may provide notices to you via email or by posting notices on the Site.
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