Terms of Service
Last updated: March 3, 2026
1. Introduction
Welcome to Tech Talk Augusta. These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your use of our website, events, and services. By accessing or using our services, you agree to be bound by these Terms.
Tech Talk Augusta is a community organization dedicated to building a thriving tech community in Augusta, Georgia through innovation, connection, and equity.
2. Contact Information
For any questions, concerns, or support requests, you can reach us through:
- Email: hi@techtalkaugusta.com
- Discord: Join our Discord server
- Contact Form: Submit a message
We aim to respond to all inquiries within 2-3 business days.
3. Event Tickets and Registration
3.1 Ticket Purchases
When purchasing tickets for Tech Talk Augusta events, you agree to provide accurate and complete information. All ticket sales are processed through our secure payment partners.
3.2 Event Attendance
Tickets are non-transferable unless otherwise specified. You must present valid identification matching your registration at check-in for paid events.
4. Refund Policy
4.1 Event Ticket Refunds
We offer refunds for event tickets under the following conditions:
- Full Refund: Requests made 7 or more days before the event date
- 50% Refund: Requests made 3-6 days before the event date
- No Refund: Requests made less than 3 days before the event date
4.2 Event Cancellation by Tech Talk Augusta
If we cancel an event, you will receive a full refund within 5-10 business days. We will notify you via email at least 48 hours in advance when possible.
4.3 How to Request a Refund
To request a refund, please contact us at hi@techtalkaugusta.com with:
- Your name and email used for registration
- Event name and date
- Order/confirmation number
- Reason for refund request
Refunds will be processed to the original payment method within 5-10 business days.
5. Dispute Resolution
If you have a dispute regarding a charge or service, please contact us at hi@techtalkaugusta.com before initiating a chargeback with your payment provider. We are committed to resolving issues promptly and fairly.
Our dispute resolution process:
- Submit your concern via email with relevant details
- We will acknowledge your dispute within 2 business days
- We will investigate and respond with a resolution within 7 business days
- If you are not satisfied, we will work with you to find a fair solution
6. Cancellation Policy
6.1 Cancelling Your Registration
You may cancel your event registration at any time through your confirmation email or by contacting us directly. Refund eligibility depends on the timing of your cancellation as outlined in our Refund Policy above.
6.2 Membership or Subscription Cancellation
If you have a recurring membership or subscription with Tech Talk Augusta, you may cancel at any time. Cancellation will take effect at the end of your current billing period. No partial refunds are provided for unused portions of a billing period.
7. Donations and Sponsorships
Donations and sponsorship contributions to Tech Talk Augusta are generally non-refundable. If you believe a donation was made in error, please contact us within 7 days at hi@techtalkaugusta.com.
8. Promotional Terms and Conditions
8.1 Discount Codes and Promotions
From time to time, we may offer promotional discounts. Unless otherwise stated:
- Promotional codes cannot be combined with other offers
- Codes are valid only during the specified promotional period
- Codes may have usage limits per person or in total
- We reserve the right to modify or cancel promotions at any time
8.2 Early Bird Pricing
Early bird pricing is available for a limited time or quantity. Once early bird tickets are sold out or the deadline passes, regular pricing applies.
8.3 Group Discounts
Group discounts may be available for certain events. Contact us at hi@techtalkaugusta.com for group pricing inquiries.
9. Code of Conduct
All attendees, speakers, sponsors, and volunteers at Tech Talk Augusta events are required to adhere to our community guidelines. We are committed to providing a harassment-free experience for everyone. Violations may result in removal from the event without refund.
10. Intellectual Property
All content on our website, including text, graphics, logos, and images, is the property of Tech Talk Augusta or its content suppliers and is protected by intellectual property laws.
11. Limitation of Liability
Tech Talk Augusta is not liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of our services or attendance at our events. Our total liability shall not exceed the amount you paid for the specific service or event in question.
12. Changes to Terms
We may update these Terms from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by posting the new Terms on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. Continued use of our services after changes constitutes acceptance of the new Terms.
13. Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Georgia, United States, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.
14. Contact Us
If you have any questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us:
- Email: hi@techtalkaugusta.com
- Discord: Join our Discord
- Website: Contact Page