Terms of Service

Last updated: April 2, 2026

Welcome to Coltivera. By accessing or using the Coltivera platform (coltivera.com), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service (“Terms”). If you do not agree, please do not use the platform.

1. Platform Overview

Coltivera is an idea incubator where users (“Ideators”) can submit ideas, investors (“Backers”) can crowdfund proof-of-concept development, and AI agents build working demos. The platform facilitates the connection between Ideators and Backers but does not itself develop, endorse, or guarantee any idea or project.

2. Eligibility

You must be at least 18 years old and legally able to enter into contracts in your jurisdiction to use Coltivera. By registering an account, you represent that you meet these requirements.

3. Account Responsibilities

  • You are responsible for maintaining the security of your account credentials.
  • You must provide accurate and complete information when registering.
  • You must promptly update your account information if it changes.
  • You are responsible for all activity that occurs under your account.

4. Idea Submission

Submitting an idea to Coltivera is free. By submitting an idea, you represent that:

  • The idea is your original concept or you have the right to submit it.
  • The idea does not infringe any third-party intellectual property rights.
  • The description is truthful and not misleading.

Ideas progress through a defined lifecycle: Draft → Open → Funded → Building → Demo Ready → Generating Revenue. Coltivera reserves the right to remove or reject any idea that violates these Terms or applicable law.

5. Crowdfunding & Payments

Coltivera uses an all-or-nothing crowdfunding model:

  • Authorization: When you back an idea, your payment method is authorized for the pledge amount but not immediately charged.
  • Capture: Funds are only captured if the idea reaches its full funding goal before the deadline.
  • Release: If the funding goal is not met by the deadline, all authorizations are automatically released and Backers are not charged.

All payments are processed securely through Stripe. Coltivera does not store your full payment card details.

6. Revenue Sharing

When a funded project generates revenue, proceeds are distributed according to the following general framework:

  • Ideator: approximately 10% of net revenue, plus a 10% bounty paid at the time of successful funding.
  • Backers (Investors): approximately 70–75% of net revenue, distributed proportionally to each Backer’s contribution.
  • Platform (Coltivera): approximately 15–20% of net revenue.

Exact revenue-share percentages are specified in the funding agreement for each project and may vary. Coltivera will make reasonable efforts to distribute revenue on a regular schedule.

7. Intellectual Property

Ideators retain ownership of their original idea concepts. Once an idea is funded and a proof-of-concept is built, the resulting code, designs, and assets are subject to the terms of the applicable funding agreement. Coltivera retains ownership of the platform itself, including its software, branding, and proprietary technology.

8. Prohibited Conduct

You agree not to:

  • Use the platform for any illegal purpose or to violate any laws.
  • Submit fraudulent ideas or provide misleading information.
  • Attempt to manipulate the crowdfunding process.
  • Interfere with the platform’s operation or security.
  • Harvest or collect information about other users without their consent.
  • Use automated means to access the platform except through our published APIs.

9. Disclaimers

The platform is provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis. Coltivera makes no warranties, express or implied, regarding the platform’s reliability, accuracy, or fitness for any particular purpose.

  • Coltivera does not guarantee that any idea will be successfully funded.
  • Coltivera does not guarantee the quality or success of AI-built proofs-of-concept.
  • Coltivera does not guarantee that funded projects will generate revenue.
  • Backing an idea carries inherent financial risk. Backers may lose their entire contribution.

10. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, Coltivera and its officers, directors, employees, and agents shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising out of or related to your use of the platform. Coltivera’s total aggregate liability shall not exceed the amounts you have paid to Coltivera in the twelve (12) months preceding the claim.

11. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Coltivera and its affiliates from any claims, damages, losses, or expenses (including reasonable attorney’s fees) arising out of your use of the platform, your violation of these Terms, or your violation of any rights of a third party.

12. Termination

Coltivera may suspend or terminate your account at any time for any reason, including violation of these Terms. Upon termination, your right to use the platform ceases immediately. Obligations related to existing funding agreements and revenue-sharing arrangements survive termination.

13. Modifications

Coltivera reserves the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will provide notice of material changes by updating the “Last updated” date at the top of this page. Your continued use of the platform after changes take effect constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

14. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Delaware, United States, without regard to conflict-of-law principles. Any disputes arising from these Terms shall be resolved in the state or federal courts located in Delaware.

15. Contact

If you have questions about these Terms, contact us at hello@coltivera.com.