General Terms & Conditions

These Terms and Conditions, along with the Vidu Terms of Service, the Vidu Privacy Policy, and the rules set forth on relevant pages, collectively form the complete legal framework governing the event (the “Event”) organized by Vidu and its affiliates. By participating in the Event, participants are deemed to have read, understood, and agreed to be bound by all applicable terms and policies and commit to full compliance with their provisions.

General Rules

Originality and Authorization. All individuals participating in the Event organized by Vidu platform and its affiliates (collectively, the “Platform”) are required to ensure that their submissions (the “Works”) are original creations or that they have obtained all necessary permissions and licenses from the relevant rights holders. If the Platform determines that any Work constitutes unauthorized reproduction, plagiarism, or any other form of infringement, the Platform reserves the right to disqualify the submitting individual (“Participant”) from the Event.
Use of Works for Promotional Purposes. Outstanding Works submitted during the Event may be showcased across various online channels operated by the Platform. By participating in the Event, Participants authorize the Platform to use their Works for promotional, display, recommendation, and other related purposes necessary for the Event. All such uses are subject to prior review and approval by the Platform to ensure compliance with applicable standards and requirements.
Compliance with Laws and Regulations. Participants must ensure that their Works comply with all applicable laws, regulations, and the Platform’s policies. Works must not contain obscene, vulgar, violent, or otherwise inappropriate content, nor violate public order or ethical standards. Participants are prohibited from exploiting loopholes, submitting irrelevant or malicious content, or manipulating metrics (e.g., through fake engagement) to gain an unfair advantage in the Event. Violations may result in disqualification, revocation of rewards, recovery of issued incentives, or legal action at the discretion of the Platform.
Acknowledgment of Terms. By participating in the Event, Participants acknowledge and agree to abide by the terms and conditions set forth in this Event Statement.

Intellectual Property Rights

License and Authorization. By submitting Works for participation in the Event, Participants grant the Platform a license to use, reproduce, adapt, and distribute their Works through the internet and other platforms for purposes directly or indirectly related to the Event. This license is granted only if the Participant wins an award, and includes the right to display the Works, make modifications, compilations, or derivative uses necessary for promotional or functional purposes associated with the Platform. The Platform will not display any Works unless the Participant has provided this authorization post-award. The license granted is perpetual, irrevocable, non-exclusive, royalty-free, and worldwide.
Promotional Usage and Branding. Works submitted for the Event may, at the Platform’s discretion, be featured on event-specific pages, social media accounts, or other promotional channels operated by the Platform. Participants further authorize the Platform to use their account names, avatars, and other publicly visible profile elements for promotional purposes. The Platform reserves the right to add its branding, trademarks, or event-related identifiers to the Works in connection with its promotional campaigns.
Warranty of Ownership and Non-Infringement. Participants warrant that they own all rights in and to their Works, including all associated elements, or that they have secured lawful authorization for their use. Works must not violate any applicable laws, infringe on third-party intellectual property rights, or conflict with the Platform’s terms of service or other policies. Participants shall bear full responsibility for any claims, damages, or losses arising from their failure to adhere to these requirements. The Platform reserves the right to revoke participation and seek indemnification for any resultant losses.

Legal Disclaimers

Free Participation. The Platform does not impose any fees on Participants for participation in this Event. Participants should exercise caution and remain vigilant against potential scams falsely associated with the Event.
Minors' Participation. Participants who are minors may only engage in the Event with express consent and under the supervision of their legal guardians. Minors who fail to obtain such consent are strictly prohibited from participating.
Prohibition of Misconduct. Participants are prohibited from engaging in any fraudulent or manipulative practices to influence Event outcomes, including but not limited to: 1）Using unauthorized tools or software (e.g., bots, plug-ins, emulators); 2）Creating or using multiple accounts to manipulate results; 3）Engaging in any other actions deemed by the Platform to compromise the integrity of the Event. The Platform retains sole discretion to evaluate and verify participation data and reserves the right to take corrective measures, including disqualification, revocation of rewards, and legal action against violators.
Identity Verification. If multiple accounts, devices, phone numbers, or other identifiers are identified as being associated or linked to a single Participant, the Platform reserves the right to treat them as a single user for the purposes of reward eligibility and participation verification.
Non-Transferability. Any rights, benefits, or rewards acquired through the Event are non-transferable and may not be assigned to third parties under any circumstances.
Liability Limitation. The Platform shall not be held liable for any delays, interruptions, cancellations, or other disruptions to the Event caused by circumstances beyond its reasonable control, including but not limited to force majeure events, governmental orders or directives, cybersecurity incidents such as hacking, system outages or technical malfunctions, user errors, or other unforeseen incidents. In such cases, the Platform reserves the right, within the limits of applicable law, to modify the Event rules or terminate the Event. Participants’ continued participation following any such adjustments will be deemed as acceptance of the revised rules.
Data Use. By participating in the Event, participants acknowledge and agree to the collection, storage, processing, and use of their personal information and submission data for purposes directly related to organizing, promoting, administering, and analyzing the Event. The Platform commits to handling such information in compliance with applicable data protection laws and will not disclose it to third parties, except as required by law.
Compliance Obligations. Participants are obligated to comply with all applicable laws, regulations, Platform policies, and these Event rules to maintain a fair and positive online environment.
Support and Feedback. For inquiries, concerns, or feedback related to the Event, Participants may contact the Platform by visiting the official Vidu website or by sending an email to support@vidu.com.
Governing Rules. This Event Statement supplement and prevail over the Platform’s Terms of Service and Privacy Policy in the event of any conflict. Any aspects not explicitly addressed in these Event terms shall be governed by the Platform’s Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.
Dispute Resolution. Any disputes arising out of or in connection with the Event shall first be resolved through good-faith negotiations between the Participant and the Platform. Should such negotiations fail, the matter may be submitted to the competent courts located in the jurisdiction of the Event organizer’s principal place of business.
Language of Precedence. In the event of any discrepancies or inconsistencies between different language versions of this statement, the English version shall prevail.