THE BASHERT EXCHANGE
LEGAL DISCLAIMER, DATA USE & TERMS OF PARTICIPATION
Last Updated: February 18, 2026
1. Nature of the Service
The Bashert Exchange is a private, referral-based matchmaking database and introductionplatform. It is not a dating service and does not guarantee matches, introductions,relationships, or outcomes of any kind. Participation is discretionary and subject toapproval.2. Application Fee, Vetting & Database Inclusion
Participation as a Vetted Database Member requires submission of an application,
completion of identity and profile verification (which may include a FaceTime, Zoom, or
similar live video call), and payment of a non-refundable application fee. The fee covers
administrative review, vetting, verification of identity and profile details, and entrance into
a private vetted matchmaking database.
Payment of the application fee guarantees entrance into the vetted database only and does
not guarantee matches, introductions, referrals, communication, dates, relationships, or
outcomes of any kind.
3. Vetted vs. Non-Vetted Database Members
Only vetted members who have completed verification, paid the application fee, and been
approved may be considered for referral to independent professional matchmakers, at the
sole discretion of The Bashert Exchange. Non-vetted database members, whose information
may be collected passively or through third parties, are not eligible for referrals,
introductions, or active matchmaking consideration.
4. Matchmaking Activity & Discretion
All matchmaking-related activity, including outreach, referrals, profile sharing, timing,
selection, and introductions, is conducted solely at the discretion of The Bashert Exchange
and may be limited, delayed, declined, or discontinued for any reason or no reason at all,
without notice and without refund.
5. Data Use, Consent & Third-Party Disclosure
By submitting an application, participants expressly consent to The Bashert Exchange using
and sharing submitted information for matchmaking-related purposes, including sharing
profiles with independent professional matchmakers and posting profiles within private,
invitation-only professional groups.
While The Bashert Exchange exercises discretion in sharing information for matchmaking-
related purposes, it does not control independent third parties and cannot guarantee
confidentiality once information is shared.
All databases, compilations, selection criteria, methodologies, and proprietary structures
are the exclusive property of The Bashert Exchange. Participation does not grant any
ownership interest, license, access right, or control over the database or its contents.
6. No Guarantees & Assumption of Risk; Release
Matchmaking is inherently subjective and unpredictable. Except for database inclusion as
expressly stated, no representations or warranties are made. Participants interact with
others at their own risk. The Bashert Exchange is not responsible for the conduct, actions,
communications, representations, omissions, or safety of any participant, matchmaker,
prospective date or third party. By submitting your information to The Bashert Exchange,
you are agreeing to release and hold harmless The Bashert Exchange and its officers,
directors, shareholders, employees, agents, successors and assigns from and against any
and all claims, damages (including damages for personal injury), liabilities, losses costs and
expenses arising out of the use and/or dissemination of all information so provided,
including without limitation the use of such information by third party matchmakers and
any dates that may result therefrom but excluding claims solely arising out of the gross
negligence or intentional misconduct of an indemnified party.
7. Non-Refundable Fee & Right to Remove
The application fee is non-refundable under all circumstances. Participation may be
suspended or terminated at any time, with or without notice and without refund, at the sole
discretion of The Bashert Exchange.
8. Future Matchmaking Services
Any personalized matchmaking, concierge services, or paid introductions, if offered in the
future, will be optional, separately priced, and governed by a separate written agreement.
The application fee does not include matchmaking services.
9. Governing Law, Venue & Jurisdiction
This Agreement is governed by the laws of the State of California, without regard to any
conflicts of law. Exclusive jurisdiction and venue for any dispute shall be in the state or
federal courts located in County of Orange, State of California. Activities performed from
other states, including Georgia, are incidental and do not alter governing law or venue.
10. Mandatory Arbitration & Class Action Waiver
Any dispute arising out of or relating to this Agreement shall be resolved by binding
arbitration administered by the American Arbitration Association located in Orange County,
, seated in California. Participants waive the right to a jury trial and the right to participate
in any class, collective, or representative action.
11. Severability
If any provision of this Agreement is held invalid or unenforceable, the remaining
provisions shall continue in full force and effect.
12. Entire Agreement
This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the participant and The Bashert
Exchange regarding the subject matter hereof and supersedes all prior or contemporaneous
communications.
13. Electronic Signature, Payment & Acknowledgment
By clicking “I Agree,” submitting payment, or otherwise electronically accepting this
Agreement, the participant acknowledges that they have read, understood, and agreed to
these Terms. Electronic acceptance constitutes a legally binding signature under the E-SIGN
Act and UETA
Payment of the application fee constitutes acceptance of these Terms as a condition of
participation.
Electronic acceptance constitutes a legally binding signature under the E-SIGN Act and UETA
Payment of the application fee constitutes acceptance of these terms as a condition of participation