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GeltUp – Terms of Service

Last Updated: 2/3/2026

Welcome to GeltUp ("GeltUp," "we," "our," or "us"). These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your access to and use of the GeltUp website, platform, and services (collectively, the "Platform").

By accessing or using GeltUp, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, please do not use the Platform.

1. About GeltUp

GeltUp is a crowdfunding platform that allows individuals and nonprofit organizations to raise funds for personal, community, or charitable causes. Donations made through GeltUp are processed by third-party payment processors such as Stripe and PayPal.

GeltUp does not hold, store, or control funds at any time. All funds are processed and transferred directly through Stripe or PayPal to the campaign organizer.

2. Eligibility

To use GeltUp, you must:

  • Be at least 18 years old
  • Have the legal capacity to enter into a binding agreement
  • Comply with all applicable U.S. federal, state, and local laws

By using the Platform, you represent and warrant that you meet these requirements.

3. User Accounts

To create a campaign, you must create an account on GeltUp and provide accurate and complete information.

You are responsible for:

  • Maintaining the security of your account
  • All activities that occur under your account
  • Ensuring your campaign information is truthful and lawful

GeltUp reserves the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate these Terms.

4. Campaign Creation

Campaign creators ("Organizers") may create fundraising campaigns for lawful purposes only.

By creating a campaign, you agree that:

  • All information provided is accurate and not misleading
  • You are authorized to raise funds for the stated purpose
  • You will use the funds only as described in your campaign

Nonprofit organizations may be required to provide additional information, such as a Tax ID number, to indicate tax-deductible eligibility.

Approved nonprofit organizations may also create ongoing or daily donation pages, subject to GeltUp review and approval.

GeltUp does not guarantee campaign success and does not verify the legitimacy of campaigns unless required by law or platform policy.

5. Donations

Donors may contribute to campaigns voluntarily. Donations are:

  • Processed securely through Stripe or PayPal
  • Final unless otherwise stated by the campaign organizer or payment processor

GeltUp is not responsible for how organizers use donated funds.

6. Fees

GeltUp charges:

  • A 2% platform fee on each donation
  • Plus standard payment processing fees charged by Stripe or PayPal (currently around 2.9%)

Donors are not required to cover platform fees. Fees are automatically deducted before funds reach the organizer.

7. Payment Processing

All payments are processed by third-party providers (Stripe and PayPal). By using GeltUp, you agree to their terms and policies.

GeltUp:

  • Does not process payments directly
  • Does not store payment information
  • Is not responsible for payment processor errors or delays

8. Refunds

Refunds are handled by:

  • The campaign organizer, and/or
  • Stripe or PayPal, in accordance with their refund policies

GeltUp does not guarantee refunds and does not control refund decisions.

GeltUp is not a party to refund disputes and does not mediate disputes between donors and organizers.

9. Tax Deductibility

Some campaigns may indicate that donations are tax-deductible.

GeltUp does not provide tax advice and does not verify tax deductibility beyond the information provided by organizers.

Donors are responsible for consulting a tax professional.

10. Prohibited Activities

You may not use GeltUp to:

  • Engage in fraud, deception, or misleading practices
  • Raise funds for illegal or harmful activities
  • Infringe intellectual property rights
  • Harass, abuse, or harm others

GeltUp reserves the right to remove campaigns or suspend accounts at its discretion.

11. Intellectual Property

All content on GeltUp, including logos, design, and software, is owned by GeltUp or its licensors.

Users retain ownership of content they submit but grant GeltUp a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to display and promote campaigns.

12. Platform Availability & MVP Disclaimer

GeltUp may offer features in beta or MVP (Minimum Viable Product) form. Some features may be incomplete or unavailable.

We do not guarantee uninterrupted or error-free service.

13. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, GeltUp shall not be liable for:

  • Loss of funds
  • Misuse of donations by organizers
  • Technical issues or downtime
  • Disputes between donors and organizers

Use of the Platform is at your own risk.

14. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless GeltUp from any claims arising out of:

  • Your use of the Platform
  • Your campaign or donations
  • Your violation of these Terms

15. Termination

GeltUp may suspend or terminate your access at any time if you violate these Terms or applicable laws.

16. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the United States, without regard to conflict of law principles.

17. Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. Continued use of GeltUp after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.

18. Contact Us

For questions or concerns, contact us at:

📧 info@geltup.com

📍 Brooklyn, New York, USA