Fio Advertiser Terms and Conditions

These Advertiser Terms and Conditions ("Terms") govern your use of Fio's advertising services. By submitting advertising content to Fio, you agree to be bound by these Terms.

Last updated June 18, 2025.

1. Content Rights and Ownership

1.1 Content Ownership

You represent and warrant that you own all rights to the submitted audio content or have obtained proper licensing for all music, sound effects, voiceovers, and other audio elements used in your advertisement. You are solely responsible for ensuring all necessary rights, licenses, and permissions are secured.

1.2 Grant of Rights

By submitting advertising content, you grant Fio a non-exclusive, worldwide license to broadcast, stream, distribute, and display your audio advertisement across the Fio platform and associated marketing channels during the agreed campaign period. This license includes the right to reproduce, transmit, and make your advertisement available to Fio users.

2. Catholic Values and Community Standards

2.1 Values Alignment

You certify that your business and submitted advertisement align with Catholic teachings and values. Your content must not promote products, services, or ideologies contrary to Catholic doctrine or moral teaching.

2.2 Editorial Control

Fio reserves the absolute right to reject, remove, or refuse any advertisement that does not meet our Catholic values standards, community guidelines, or platform policies. This determination is made at Fio's sole discretion.

2.3 Content Prohibited

Advertisements may not contain adult or mature content inappropriate for families, political partisan messaging, content promoting non-Catholic religious practices, misleading or deceptive claims, profanity, or inappropriate language.

3. Technical and Quality Standards

3.1 Technical Compliance

All submitted audio must meet Fio's technical specifications including file format (MP3 or WAV), sample rate (44.1 kHz minimum), bit rate (128 kbps minimum), proper loudness levels (-16 LUFS), and duration requirements.

3.2 Content Accuracy

You warrant that all claims made in your advertisement are truthful, substantiated, and comply with applicable advertising laws and regulations. Misleading, deceptive, or false advertising is strictly prohibited.

3.3 Quality Standards

Fio may edit, reject, or request modifications to advertisements that do not meet our quality standards, technical requirements, or community guidelines.

4. Campaign Terms and Payment

4.1 Pricing and Payment

You agree to pay all fees according to the current rate card and payment terms provided in your campaign proposal. Payment is due according to the terms specified in your advertising agreement.

4.2 Campaign Modifications

Changes or cancellations to scheduled campaigns must be submitted in writing at least 48 hours before the scheduled start date to avoid charges.

4.3 Refunds

Refunds for completed advertising services are not available unless Fio fails to deliver the agreed-upon service. Campaign performance does not constitute grounds for refund.

5. Platform Guidelines and Compliance

5.1 Community Guidelines

You agree to comply with Fio's Community Guidelines and acknowledge that violations may result in content removal, campaign termination, or account suspension.

5.2 Approval Process

Submission of advertising content does not guarantee acceptance. All advertisements are subject to Fio's approval process and editorial standards.

6. Legal Terms and Liability

6.1 Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Fio, its officers, directors, employees, and agents from and against any and all claims, damages, losses, costs, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising from or relating to your submitted advertisement content, your breach of these Terms, or your violation of any law or third-party rights.

6.2 Limitation of Liability

Fio is not liable for any business outcomes, lost profits, or consequential damages resulting from your advertising campaign performance. Our total liability to you shall not exceed the amount you paid for the specific advertising services giving rise to the claim.

6.3 No Warranties

Fio provides advertising services "as is" without warranties of any kind. We do not guarantee specific performance metrics, audience reach, or business results.

7. Data and Privacy

7.1 Data Collection

By using our advertising services, you consent to Fio collecting and using your business information for campaign management, billing, customer service, and communication purposes as outlined in our Privacy Policy.

7.2 Performance Data

Campaign performance data may be aggregated and anonymized for platform improvement and marketing purposes. Individual campaign data remains confidential.

7.3 Communications

You agree to receive campaign performance reports and service-related communications. Marketing communications require separate opt-in consent.

8. General Provisions

8.1 Governing Law

These Terms are governed by [Your State/Country] law without regard to conflict of law principles.

8.2 Dispute Resolution

Any disputes arising under these Terms shall be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with the rules of [Arbitration Organization] in [Your Location].

8.3 Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

8.4 Modifications

Fio reserves the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be effective upon posting to our website. Your continued use of our services constitutes acceptance of modified Terms.

8.5 Authorization

By submitting advertising content, you represent that you are authorized to enter into this agreement on behalf of your business and bind your organization to these Terms.

8.6 Electronic Signature

Your electronic submission constitutes your electronic signature and agreement to these Terms and Conditions.

9. Contact Information

For questions regarding these Terms or advertising services, contact ads@fio.fm.

By submitting advertising content to Fio, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Advertiser Terms and Conditions.