SkillBridge Network Agreement

Purpose of SkillBridge Network

The SkillBridge Network functions as a structured professional marketplace within 369.energy, designed to facilitate secure and governed engagements between Subscribers and Freelancers. It establishes a standardized framework for participation, transaction integrity, dispute mediation, and ethical collaboration across all SkillBridge activities.
Participation in the SkillBridge Network signifies acknowledgement and acceptance of the platform’s governance rules, operational policies, and marketplace conduct standards.

REQUIRED CLAUSES INSIDE THE SkillBridge Network Agreement

1. Non-Circumvention Clause

Freelancers and Subscribers agree not to solicit, engage, contract, or conduct business directly or indirectly outside of the 369.energy platform with any party introduced through SkillBridge for a period of eighteen (18) months following the last interaction facilitated by the platform.

Violation may result in:
• Immediate account suspension or termination
• Recovery fee equal to twenty-five percent (25%) of the off-platform contract value
• Permanent removal from SkillBridge

The recovery fee shall be calculated based on the total contract value, including any renewals, extensions, amendments, affiliated entities, subsidiaries, successors, and any substantially similar engagements arising directly or indirectly from the original introduction.

2. Mandatory On-Platform Payment Clause

All services initiated through SkillBridge must be contracted and paid exclusively through 369.energy’s authorized payment systems. Off-platform invoicing, private transfers, or alternative billing arrangements are prohibited.

3. Independent Contractor Clause

Freelancers operate as independent contractors. Nothing within SkillBridge creates an employment, partnership, joint venture, or agency relationship between Freelancer and 369.energy.

Freelancers are solely responsible for all taxes, insurance, licenses, permits, regulatory compliance, and any statutory or legal obligations arising from or related to the services they provide.

4. Platform Authority Clause

369.energy reserves the right, at its sole discretion, to suspend, restrict, remove, or terminate any account that violates platform policies or governance standards.

5. Subscriber Rating & Review Governance Clause

Subscribers may submit ratings and reviews upon service completion. Reviews may impact Freelancer visibility, ranking, and tier status. Fraudulent, manipulative, or retaliatory reviews may be moderated or removed at the platform’s discretion.

6. Portfolio Verification Clause

Freelancers affirm that all submitted portfolio materials are original or properly licensed. Submission of infringing, misrepresented, or unauthorized content constitutes grounds for removal.

7. Ethical Conduct Clause

Freelancers and Subscribers agree to uphold ethical conduct, professionalism, confidentiality, and non-exploitative engagement. Breach of ethical standards may result in suspension or termination.

8. Data Usage Restriction Clause

Subscriber information, contact details, and project data may not be used for external marketing, solicitation, or off-platform engagement without written consent. Unauthorized data usage constitutes a material breach.

9. Dispute Resolution Process Clause

In the event of a dispute:
• Parties must first attempt informal resolution.
• If unresolved, 369.energy may offer mediation.
• If mediation fails, disputes shall proceed according to the Governing Law & Jurisdiction Clause.

369.energy acts as facilitator and is not obligated to enforce private contractual outcomes.

10. Indemnification Clause

Freelancers agree to indemnify and hold harmless 369.energy from claims, damages, liabilities, or legal expenses arising from Freelancer services, conduct, or representations.

11. Limitation of Platform Liability Clause

369.energy functions solely as a marketplace facilitator and governance platform. The platform does not guarantee service quality, outcomes, financial results, or contractual performance between parties.

12. Account Suspension & Termination Clause

Accounts may be suspended or terminated for:
• Policy violations
• Fraudulent conduct
• Circumvention attempts
• Ethical breaches
• Repeated disputes

Termination may include forfeiture of unpaid earnings pending review.

13. Tier Status Modification Clause

369.energy may assign, adjust, or revoke Freelancer tier levels based on performance metrics, review ratings, compliance history, and verification status.

14. Payment Withholding for Disputes Clause

The platform may temporarily withhold payments during active disputes to protect all parties while resolution is pursued.

15. Anti-Fraud & Misrepresentation Clause

Submission of false credentials, fabricated portfolios, misleading claims, or identity misrepresentation constitutes grounds for immediate removal and possible legal action.

16. Force Majeure (Marketplace Context)

Neither party nor the platform shall be liable for delays or failures caused by circumstances beyond reasonable control, including natural disasters, governmental actions, technical outages, or emergencies.

17. Amendment & Update Clause

369.energy reserves the right to amend SkillBridge policies. Continued participation following notice of updates constitutes acceptance of revised terms.

18. Governing Law & Jurisdiction Clause

This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of New York. Any legal proceedings shall be conducted within the designated jurisdiction of the governing state.