Terms of Service
Please read these terms carefully before using DiagonalDebate. Your security and privacy are our top priorities.
Last updated: June 20, 2025
At DiagonalDebate, we implement industry-leading security measures to protect your data, legislation, and personal information. Your privacy and security are fundamental to our service.
By accessing and using DiagonalDebate ("the Service"), you accept and agree to be bound by the terms and provision of this agreement. If you do not agree to abide by the above, please do not use this service.
These Terms of Service apply to all users of the Service, including without limitation users who are browsers, vendors, customers, merchants, and/or contributors of content.
DiagonalDebate is a web-based platform designed to help high school congressional debate students create, refine, and submit legislation. The Service includes:
- Automated legislation formatting and NSDA template checking
- AI-powered grammar and clarity suggestions
- PDF generation and email submission to debate captains
- Educational resources and lesson materials
- Searchable contention idea database
Account Security:
You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials. We implement advanced encryption and security measures to protect your data.
You must provide accurate and complete information when creating your account. You are responsible for all activities that occur under your account.
You must immediately notify us of any unauthorized use of your account or any other breach of security.
You agree not to use the Service to:
- Upload, post, or transmit any content that is unlawful, harmful, or inappropriate
- Violate any applicable local, state, national, or international law
- Impersonate any person or entity or misrepresent your affiliation
- Interfere with or disrupt the Service or servers connected to the Service
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any portion of the Service
- Use the Service for any commercial purpose without our express written consent
The Service and its original content, features, and functionality are and will remain the exclusive property of DiagonalDebate and its licensors. The Service is protected by copyright, trademark, and other laws.
Your Content: You retain ownership of any legislation or content you create using the Service. By using the Service, you grant us a limited license to process, store, and transmit your content solely for the purpose of providing the Service.
Security Commitment:
We employ industry-standard security measures including encryption, secure data transmission, and regular security audits to protect your information.
Your privacy is important to us. Please review our Privacy Policy, which also governs your use of the Service, to understand our practices.
DiagonalDebate is designed specifically for educational purposes in the context of high school congressional debate. The Service is intended to:
- Enhance learning and skill development in debate and legislation writing
- Provide educational resources and materials
- Facilitate proper formatting and submission of debate materials
- Support academic integrity and best practices in debate