Last Updated: February 24, 2026
Welcome to The Cut. By downloading, accessing, or using The Cut application ("App"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you do not agree, do not use the App.
You must be at least 18 years of age to use The Cut. By using the App, you represent and warrant that you are 18 or older and that you have the legal capacity to enter into these Terms.
The Cut is a members-only community. Access is not guaranteed. To apply for membership, you must complete the sign-up process and submit an application. Applications are reviewed by existing members. The Cut reserves the right to accept or decline any application at its sole discretion, without explanation. Submission of an application does not entitle you to membership. The Cut does not interfere with or override member voting outcomes. All membership decisions are final.
Upon acceptance, you will be required to pay a one-time initiation fee of $250 to activate your account. After six months of membership, a recurring monthly subscription fee of $50 applies. Subscriptions auto-renew unless cancelled. All fees are non-refundable, including any unused portion of a subscription period. If your account is terminated for violation of these Terms, you will not receive a refund for any remaining subscription period.
The Cut reserves the right to suspend or permanently terminate your account at any time, for any reason, including but not limited to violation of these Terms or Community Guidelines, behavior deemed harmful to other members, or conduct inconsistent with the values of the community. Terminated members forfeit any remaining subscription period without refund. Terminated members may be prohibited from reapplying.
You may delete your account at any time via the Settings screen. Upon deletion, your profile and personal data will be permanently removed, subject to the retention exceptions described in our Privacy Policy. If you delete your account, you forfeit any remaining days in your current subscription period. No refunds will be issued.
If your subscription lapses, your account will enter a grace period. If payment is not received within the grace period, your account and associated data will be permanently deleted. The Cut is not responsible for loss of matches, messages, or connections resulting from a lapsed account.
If your application is not approved, you are welcome to reapply after 12 months from the date of rejection. Reapplication does not guarantee acceptance.
You agree not to: misrepresent your identity or post false information; harass, threaten, or demean other members; share or distribute another member's profile, photos, or personal information outside the App; use the App for any commercial purpose; attempt to manipulate the voting or application process; or engage in any conduct that violates applicable law. Violation of these prohibitions may result in immediate account termination.
By submitting photos or other content to The Cut, you grant The Cut a limited, non-exclusive license to display that content within the App for the purpose of operating the service. You retain ownership of your content. The Cut does not claim ownership over your photos or profile information. This license terminates when your content is removed or your account is deleted.
Your use of the App is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference. Please review it carefully.
The Cut is provided "as is" and "as available." We make no warranties, express or implied, regarding the App's availability, reliability, or fitness for any particular purpose. We do not guarantee that you will match, meet, or form relationships through the App.
The Cut uses third-party cloud infrastructure and service providers to store and process data. We are not liable for any data loss, breach, or service interruption caused by or attributable to these third-party providers. We take reasonable steps to select reputable providers but cannot guarantee their performance or security.
The Cut facilitates connections between members but does not conduct background checks or verify the identity, intentions, or conduct of its members. We are not responsible for the behavior of members on or off the App, including in connection with any in-person meetings arranged through the App. You assume all risk associated with meeting other members in person. We strongly encourage you to exercise caution and good judgment when meeting anyone you have connected with through the App.
To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, The Cut and its affiliates shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising out of or related to your use of the App, even if advised of the possibility of such damages. Our total liability to you shall not exceed the amount you paid to us in the three months preceding the claim.
We may update these Terms from time to time. We will notify you of material changes via the App or the contact information associated with your account. Continued use of the App after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.
These Terms are governed by the laws of the state in which The Cut is incorporated or principally operates, without regard to conflict of law principles. Any disputes shall be resolved in the courts of competent jurisdiction in that state.
For questions about these Terms, contact us at legal@datethecut.com.