Last updated: 07/01/26

Please read these Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) carefully before using the website www.bridgewateralliance.co.uk (the “Service”), operated by Bridgewater Alliance Ltd (“Bridgewater Alliance”, “we”, “us”, or “our”).

By accessing or using the Service, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, you must not use the Service.

These Terms apply to all visitors, applicants, members and users of the Service.

1. Regulatory Status & Nature of the Service

Bridgewater Alliance Ltd is not authorised or regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA).
The Service operates as a publishing, study, membership and events platform. It provides information, insight, educational content, events and structured opportunities for members to engage with one another.

Bridgewater Alliance does not:

• Carry on regulated activities under the Financial Services and Markets Act 2000 (“FSMA”)

• Provide investment advice, financial advice or recommendations

• Arrange, structure or execute investments or transactions

• Act as an intermediary, broker, agent or representative

• Hold or control client money or assets
   

Nothing on the Service constitutes:

• Investment advice

• A personal recommendation

• An invitation or inducement to engage in investment activity
   

Members must make their own independent assessments and decisions and should seek advice from authorised professionals where appropriate.


2. Information, Content & Financial Promotions

Any information, editorial content, founder materials, presentations or discussions made available through the Service are provided for general information and educational purposes only.

Where founder materials or business information are made available:

• Such materials are provided by third parties

• Bridgewater Alliance does not approve, endorse or verify the merits of any business or opportunity

• Access to such materials does not constitute a financial promotion or recommendation

Bridgewater Alliance does not assess suitability or appropriateness of any opportunity for any user.


3. Membership & Applications

Access to certain parts of the Service is restricted to approved members.

Membership is application-based and subject to review at Bridgewater Alliance’s discretion. Submission of an application does not guarantee acceptance.

We reserve the right to:

• Accept, decline or withdraw membership

• Suspend or terminate access

• Modify or discontinue features or programmes
   

Membership provides access to the Service and ecosystem only. No outcomes are guaranteed.


4. Payments, Fees & Optional Services

Membership fees, event fees and optional services (including mentorship, Study programmes or preparation services) are clearly identified.

• Fees are payable in advance

• Fees are non-refundable once access has commenced, unless expressly stated otherwise

• Optional services are provided separately from membership
   

Payment of any fee does not create any obligation on Bridgewater Alliance to facilitate introductions, investment activity or outcomes.


5. Founder–Investor Engagement & Introductions

Bridgewater Alliance facilitates structured visibility and introductions only, based on independent expressions of interest.

• All engagement between founders and investors is voluntary

• Any introduction is non-binding and does not constitute arranging or advising

• Bridgewater Alliance does not participate in negotiations or transactions
   

All discussions and outcomes remain solely between the relevant parties.


6. Accounts & Member Conduct

Users must provide accurate, current information and maintain the confidentiality of their account credentials.

You agree not to:

• Misrepresent your identity, role or intentions

• Solicit, pressure or promote investment activity

• Engage in unsolicited outreach

• Use the Service for unlawful or misleading purposes
   

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts that breach these Terms or Alliance standards.


7. Intellectual Property & Use of Materials

All content provided by Bridgewater Alliance is protected by intellectual property laws.

Members retain ownership of their own submitted materials but grant Bridgewater Alliance a limited, non-exclusive licence to display such materials within the Service for membership and informational purposes only.

No content may be reproduced or distributed without permission.


8. Third-Party Services & Links

The Service may include links to third-party websites or services.
Bridgewater Alliance has no control over and accepts no responsibility for third-party content, services or advice. Use of third-party services is at your own risk.


9. Disclaimer

The Service is provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis.

Bridgewater Alliance makes no representations or warranties regarding:

• Accuracy or completeness of information

• Availability of the Service

• Outcomes arising from participation
   

Use of the Service is at your own discretion and risk.


10. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Bridgewater Alliance shall not be liable for any indirect, consequential or economic loss arising from use of the Service, including loss of opportunity, reputation or anticipated benefit.

Nothing in these Terms limits liability where such limitation is not permitted by law.


11. Indemnity

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Bridgewater Alliance and its officers, employees and partners from claims arising from your use of the Service or breach of these Terms.


12. Governing Law
These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of England and Wales.


13. Changes to Terms
We may amend these Terms from time to time. Continued use of the Service after changes take effect constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.


14. Privacy & Data
Use of the Service is subject to our Privacy Policy and Cookies Policy, which form part of these Terms.


15. Contact
For questions regarding these Terms, please contact: info@bridgewateralliance.co.uk