Terms of Service
Last updated: December 15, 2025
1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing or using Private Line ("the Service"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you disagree with any part of these terms, you may not access the Service.
These Terms apply to all users of the Service, including consultants, clients, and visitors to our website.
2. Description of Service
Private Line is an invitation-only platform that connects consultants with clients for real-time consultations via video calls and chat. The Service enables:
- Consultants to generate QR code invitations to connect with clients they know and trust
- Clients to connect with consultants by scanning QR code invitations
- Consultants to offer their expertise and set their own rates
- Secure payment processing for consultations (per-minute for video calls, per-message for chat)
- Appointment scheduling and management
Private Line uses a unique QR code invitation system that ensures consultants only connect with clients they explicitly invite, creating a private network of trusted professional relationships.
3. User Accounts
3.1 Account Creation
To use the Service, you must:
- Create an account with accurate and complete information
- Maintain the security of your account credentials
- Be at least 18 years of age
- Comply with all applicable laws and regulations
3.2 Account Responsibility
You are responsible for:
- All activities that occur under your account
- Maintaining the confidentiality of your password
- Notifying us immediately of any unauthorized use
4. Consultant Responsibilities
If you use the Service as a consultant, you agree to:
- Provide accurate information about your expertise and qualifications
- Set fair and transparent rates for your services
- Deliver professional and ethical consultations
- Comply with all applicable professional standards and regulations
- Maintain appropriate professional boundaries
- Not provide services that require professional licensing unless you are properly licensed
5. Client Responsibilities
If you use the Service as a client, you agree to:
- Use the Service only for legitimate consultation purposes
- Respect consultants' time and expertise
- Pay for all services received in accordance with the consultant's rates
- Not use the Service for any illegal or unauthorized purpose
6. Payments and Fees
6.1 Payment Processing
All payments are processed securely through Stripe. By using the Service, you agree to Stripe's terms and conditions.
Sexually explicit content or services may not be sold using Stripe-powered payments. Any use of the Service to facilitate payment for sexually explicit content or services is strictly prohibited and will result in immediate account termination.
6.2 Client Payments
Clients are charged:
- Per minute for video calls
- Per message for chat consultations
- Rates are set by the consultant and displayed before each consultation
6.3 Consultant Payouts
Consultants receive monthly payouts with no processing fees. Payouts are processed automatically once per month based on available earnings.
Platform fees (2-18%) are deducted from gross earnings. The platform fee is set per consultant and may vary.
6.4 Refunds
Refund requests are handled on a case-by-case basis. Contact support at support@privateline.to for refund inquiries.
7. Prohibited Uses
You agree not to:
- Use the Service for any illegal purpose or in violation of any laws
- Impersonate any person or entity or misrepresent your affiliation
- Harass, abuse, or harm other users
- Transmit any malicious code, viruses, or harmful content
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the Service or other accounts
- Interfere with or disrupt the Service or servers
- Use automated systems to access the Service without permission
- Collect or harvest information about other users
- Use the Service to sell sexually explicit content or services using Stripe-powered payments
8. Intellectual Property
The Service and its original content, features, and functionality are owned by Private Line and are protected by international copyright, trademark, patent, trade secret, and other intellectual property laws.
You retain ownership of any content you create or share through the Service, but grant us a license to use, display, and distribute such content as necessary to provide the Service.
9. Disclaimers
THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, OR NON-INFRINGEMENT.
We do not guarantee that the Service will be uninterrupted, secure, or error-free. We are not responsible for the quality, accuracy, or legality of consultations provided by consultants.
IMPORTANT MEDICAL AND LIFE-SAVING ADVICE DISCLAIMER: The advice, information, and consultations provided through Private Line are for entertainment and informational purposes only. DO NOT use this Service for life-saving medical advice, emergency situations, or critical health decisions. The Service is not a substitute for professional medical care, legal advice, or emergency services. If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 or your local emergency services immediately. Any advice or information provided through the Service should not be relied upon for making life-or-death decisions or for situations requiring immediate professional intervention.
10. Limitation of Liability
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, PRIVATE LINE SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, OR ANY LOSS OF PROFITS OR REVENUES, WHETHER INCURRED DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY, OR ANY LOSS OF DATA, USE, GOODWILL, OR OTHER INTANGIBLE LOSSES.
11. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Private Line, its officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, and expenses (including legal fees) arising out of or relating to your use of the Service or violation of these Terms.
12. Termination
We may terminate or suspend your account immediately, without prior notice, for:
- Violation of these Terms
- Fraudulent, harmful, or illegal activity
- Extended periods of inactivity
You may terminate your account at any time by contacting us at support@privateline.to.
13. Changes to Terms
We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will notify users of any material changes by posting the new Terms on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. Your continued use of the Service after such changes constitutes acceptance of the new Terms.
14. Governing Law
These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the United States, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.
15. Contact Information
If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us:
- Email: support@privateline.to
- Website: https://privateline.to