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IMPORTANT: PLEASE READ THESE TERMS OF SERVICE CAREFULLY BEFORE USING OUR SERVICES. BY ACCESSING OR USING OUR SERVICES, YOU AGREE TO BE LEGALLY BOUND BY THESE TERMS. IF YOU DO NOT AGREE TO THESE TERMS, YOU ARE NOT AUTHORIZED TO ACCESS OR USE OUR SERVICES.

These Terms of Service (“Terms”) constitute a legally binding agreement between you and Formation Labs Inc., a Delaware corporation (“Formation,” “Company,” “we,” “us,” or “our”), governing your access to and use of our websites, mobile applications, online platforms, and related services (collectively, the “Services”).

1. ACCEPTANCE OF TERMS AND ELIGIBILITY

1.1 Acceptance

By accessing, browsing, or using our Services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and all applicable laws and regulations. Your use of the Services constitutes acceptance of these Terms.

1.2 Authority and Capacity

You represent and warrant that: (a) you have full legal capacity and authority to enter into these Terms; (b) if you are accepting these Terms on behalf of an organization, you have the legal authority to bind such organization; and (c) your use of the Services will comply with all applicable local, state, national, and international laws and regulations.

1.3 Additional Terms

Certain features of our Services may be subject to additional terms, guidelines, or rules, which will be posted in connection with such features. All such additional terms are incorporated by reference into these Terms.

1.4 Definitions

“Programs” means Formation’s structured training, coaching, mentoring, or career-preparation offerings, whether cohort-based, individual, or otherwise, as described on the Services or in a separate written agreement. Additional defined terms applicable to specific Services, such as A La Carte Sessions, are provided in applicable supplements, which are incorporated into these Terms.

1.5 Separate Agreements and Document Hierarchy

If you have entered into a separate written agreement with Formation (such as an enterprise agreement, training agreement, employment agreement, or other service-specific contract), the terms of that separate agreement will prevail over these Terms to the extent of any direct conflict. These Terms will continue to apply to all matters not specifically addressed in such separate agreement.

In the event of a conflict among Formation’s governing documents, the following hierarchy applies, with each level controlling only for its subject matter and only to the extent of a direct conflict:

Separate written agreement (e.g., enterprise agreement, training agreement, employment agreement)
Applicable supplement (e.g., A La Carte Session Supplement, Mentor Supplement)
These general Terms of Service
Posted feature rules or guidelines

Where no direct conflict exists, all applicable documents remain in full force and effect.

2. MODIFICATIONS TO TERMS

2.1 Right to Modify

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time in our sole discretion. We will provide notice of material changes by posting the updated Terms and changing the “Effective Date” above, sending you an email, or providing notice through the Services.

2.2 Effect of Modifications

Unless we specify otherwise, modifications will be effective immediately upon posting. However, material changes to fees, privacy practices, or promotional-use rights will not take effect until at least fourteen (14) days after notice is provided, to give you an opportunity to review the changes before they apply. Your continued use of the Services following the effective date of any modification constitutes your acceptance of the modified Terms. If you do not agree to any modification, your sole remedy is to discontinue use of the Services before the modification takes effect.

3. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS

3.1 Ownership

The Services and all content, features, and functionality thereof, including but not limited to all information, software, code, text, displays, graphics, photographs, video, audio, design, presentation, selection, and arrangement, are owned by Formation, our licensors, or other providers of such material and are protected by United States and international copyright, trademark, patent, trade secret, and other intellectual property or proprietary rights laws.

3.2 Trademarks

The Formation name, the Formation logo, and all related names, logos, product and service names, designs, and slogans are trademarks of Formation or our affiliates or licensors. You must not use such marks without our prior written permission. All other names, logos, product and service names, designs, and slogans on the Services are the trademarks of their respective owners.

3.3 Limited License Grant

Subject to your compliance with these Terms, we grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, non-sublicensable, revocable license to access and use the Services for the purposes contemplated by your relationship with Formation. For individual users without a separate written agreement or program enrollment, this license is limited to personal, non-commercial purposes. For users enrolled in a Formation program or operating under a separate written agreement, the scope of permitted use is as described in the applicable program terms or agreement. This license does not include any right to: (a) resell or make any commercial use of the Services beyond the scope of your authorized access; (b) modify, adapt, translate, or create derivative works based on the Services; (c) use any data mining, robots, or similar data gathering or extraction methods; (d) download (other than page caching) any portion of the Services except as expressly permitted by us; or (e) use the Services other than for their intended purpose.

3.4 Reservation of Rights

Except for the limited license granted above, we retain all right, title, and interest in and to the Services. No licenses or rights are granted to you by implication or otherwise under any intellectual property rights owned or controlled by Formation or our licensors, except for the licenses and rights expressly granted in these Terms.

4. USER CONTENT

4.1 Definition

“User Content” means any content that you create, submit, post, display, or otherwise make available through the Services, including text, comments, messages, information, data, graphics, photographs, videos, audio clips, screen recordings, session recordings where you participate, and any other materials.

4.2 License Grant to Formation

By submitting User Content to the Services, you grant Formation a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free, sublicensable, and transferable license to use, reproduce, distribute, prepare derivative works of, display, perform, and otherwise exploit such User Content in connection with the Services and Formation’s business, including for promoting and redistributing part or all of the Services (and derivative works thereof) in any media formats and through any media channels.

4.3 Promotional Use

Formation may use the following categories of User Content for promotional, marketing, and educational purposes: session recordings and excerpts thereof; your name, image, and likeness; testimonials, quotes, and feedback you provide; and biographical or professional background information you have made available through the Services (collectively, “Promotional Content”). For clarity, files, documents, code, and other materials you upload solely for your own use of the Services are not Promotional Content and will not be used for promotional purposes without your separate consent.

Formation will use reasonable efforts to notify you before prominent or public-facing use of Promotional Content when practicable. Formation will consider and reasonably honor requests to remove Promotional Content from future promotional materials on a prospective basis, subject to technical and practical limitations (such as content already distributed, archived copies, or materials in circulation). A request to delete your personal information under the Privacy Policy does not by itself require Formation to recall or edit Promotional Content that has already been published or distributed, but Formation will not use your Promotional Content in new promotional materials after honoring a deletion request.

4.4 Representations and Warranties

You represent and warrant that: (a) you own or have the necessary licenses, rights, consents, and permissions to grant the foregoing license; (b) your User Content does not and will not violate, misappropriate, or infringe upon any third party’s copyright, trademark, trade secret, privacy right, or other proprietary or intellectual property right; (c) your User Content does not contain any viruses, adware, spyware, worms, or other malicious code; and (d) your User Content does not violate these Terms or applicable law.

4.5 Monitoring and Removal

We have no obligation to monitor User Content. However, we reserve the right to: (a) remove or refuse to post any User Content for any or no reason in our sole discretion; (b) take any action with respect to any User Content that we deem necessary or appropriate; and (c) disclose your identity or other information about you to any third party who claims that User Content posted by you violates their rights.

4.6 Session Recordings

When you participate in any live sessions, meetings, mentoring sessions, A La Carte Sessions, or interactive features of our Services that display a recording indicator, you acknowledge and agree that: (a) such sessions may be recorded in audio and/or video format, including screen sharing content; (b) these recordings become part of User Content and are subject to the license grant in Section 4.2 and the promotional use rights in Section 4.3; (c) Formation may use these recordings for quality assurance, training, product improvement, promotional purposes, and other business purposes as described in these Terms; (d) you will not record sessions unless explicitly permitted; and (e) you are responsible for obtaining any necessary consents from third parties who may appear in your background or screen shares.

5. PROHIBITED CONDUCT

5.1 General Prohibitions

In connection with your use of the Services, you shall not:

(a) Violate any applicable federal, state, local, or international law or regulation;
(b) Transmit any material that is unlawful, harmful, threatening, abusive, harassing, defamatory, vulgar, obscene, or otherwise objectionable;
(c) Engage in any conduct that restricts or inhibits anyone’s use or enjoyment of the Services, or which, as determined by us, may harm Formation or users of the Services;
(d) Impersonate or attempt to impersonate Formation, a Formation employee, another user, or any other person or entity;
(e) Use the Services in any manner that could disable, overburden, damage, or impair the Services, or interfere with any other party’s use of the Services, including through denial-of-service attacks or similar methods;
(f) Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the Services, the servers on which the Services are stored, or any server, computer, or database connected to the Services;
(g) Introduce any viruses, trojan horses, worms, logic bombs, or other material that is malicious or technologically harmful.

5.2 Content-Related Prohibitions

You shall not post, upload, or distribute User Content that:

(a) Infringes, violates, or misappropriates the intellectual property rights of any third party;
(b) Contains any private or personal information of a third party without such third party’s express consent;
(c) Is false, misleading, or inaccurate;
(d) Is unlawful, threatening, abusive, harassing, defamatory, libelous, deceptive, fraudulent, invasive of another’s privacy, tortious, obscene, or profane;
(e) Constitutes unauthorized or unsolicited advertising, junk mail, spam, chain letters, pyramid schemes, or any other form of unauthorized solicitation;
(f) Violates any applicable law, regulation, or these Terms.

5.3 Technical Restrictions

You shall not:

(a) Use manual or automated software, devices, or other processes to “crawl” or “spider” any page of the Services;
(b) Harvest or scrape any content from the Services;
(c) Bypass, circumvent, or attempt to bypass or circumvent any measures we may use to prevent or restrict access to the Services;
(d) Decipher, decompile, disassemble, or reverse engineer any of the software comprising or in any way making up a part of the Services;
(e) Use the Services to create a product or service competitive with the Services;
(f) Otherwise take any action in violation of our guidelines and policies.

6. THIRD-PARTY CONTENT AND SERVICES

The Services may contain links to third-party websites, resources, content, products, or services (“Third-Party Content”). We provide such Third-Party Content only as a convenience and do not review, approve, monitor, endorse, warrant, or make any representations with respect to Third-Party Content. You acknowledge and agree that: (a) we are not responsible for the availability or accuracy of Third-Party Content; (b) we have no liability to you or any third party for any harm, injuries, or losses suffered as a result of your access to or use of Third-Party Content; and (c) your use of Third-Party Content is at your own risk and subject to the terms and conditions applicable to such Third-Party Content.

7. FEEDBACK

If you submit comments, suggestions, ideas, questions, or other feedback about the Services (collectively, “Feedback”), you grant to Formation a worldwide, perpetual, irrevocable, royalty-free, fully paid, sublicensable, and transferable license to use, reproduce, distribute, modify, adapt, prepare derivative works of, display, perform, and otherwise exploit such Feedback for any purpose. You acknowledge that Formation may develop products, services, or features that are similar to your Feedback, and you waive any claims related thereto.

8. COPYRIGHT POLICY

8.1 DMCA Compliance

We respect the intellectual property rights of others and expect users of the Services to do the same. We will respond to notices of alleged copyright infringement that comply with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (“DMCA”) and other applicable law.

8.2 Notification Procedures

If you believe that your copyrighted work has been copied in a way that constitutes copyright infringement, please provide our designated copyright agent with the information specified by the DMCA at: dpo@formation.dev

8.3 Repeat Infringer Policy

In accordance with the DMCA and other applicable law, we have adopted a policy of terminating, in appropriate circumstances and at our sole discretion, users who are deemed to be repeat infringers.

9. MENTOR SERVICES

9.1 Independent Contractor Status

Mentors providing services through our platform are independent contractors and not employees of Formation. We are not responsible for and expressly disclaim all liability for the acts, omissions, or conduct of any mentor.

9.2 Direct Relationship

Your engagement with mentors creates a direct relationship between you and the mentor. Any disputes arising from mentor services must be resolved directly with the mentor.

9.3 Mentor Supplement

Mentors are subject to additional terms set forth in the Mentor Supplement to these Terms, below, or by contacting dpo@formation.dev.

10. FEES AND PAYMENTS

10.1 Paid Services

Certain Services, including Programs (as defined in Section 1.4) and A La Carte Sessions, may require payment of fees. All fees are as described at the time of purchase and are subject to change with notice.

10.2 Payment Obligations

You agree to pay all fees associated with your use of paid Services. All fees are non-refundable except as expressly stated in these Terms, applicable supplements, or applicable laws.

10.3 Payment Processing

Payments are processed through third-party payment processors. You agree to provide accurate payment information and authorize Formation and its payment processors to charge your designated payment method.

10.4 Feature-Specific Terms

Additional payment terms may apply to specific Services as set forth in applicable supplements, including the A La Carte Session Supplement.

11. DISCLAIMERS

11.1 “AS IS” BASIS

THE SERVICES ARE PROVIDED ON AN “AS IS” AND “AS AVAILABLE” BASIS, WITHOUT ANY WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. NEITHER FORMATION NOR ANYONE ASSOCIATED WITH FORMATION REPRESENTS OR WARRANTS THAT THE SERVICES, THEIR CONTENT, OR ANY SERVICES OR ITEMS OBTAINED THROUGH THE SERVICES WILL BE ACCURATE, RELIABLE, ERROR-FREE, OR UNINTERRUPTED, THAT DEFECTS WILL BE CORRECTED, THAT THE SERVICES OR THE SERVER THAT MAKES THEM AVAILABLE ARE FREE OF VIRUSES OR OTHER HARMFUL COMPONENTS, OR THAT THE SERVICES WILL OTHERWISE MEET YOUR NEEDS OR EXPECTATIONS.

11.2 DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES

TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PROVIDED BY LAW, FORMATION HEREBY DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, STATUTORY, OR OTHERWISE, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, NON-INFRINGEMENT, AND FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSE.

11.3 JURISDICTIONAL LIMITATIONS

THE FOREGOING DOES NOT AFFECT ANY WARRANTIES THAT CANNOT BE EXCLUDED OR LIMITED UNDER APPLICABLE LAW.

12. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

12.1 NO INDIRECT DAMAGES

TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PROVIDED BY LAW, IN NO EVENT WILL FORMATION, ITS AFFILIATES, OR THEIR LICENSORS, SERVICE PROVIDERS, EMPLOYEES, AGENTS, OFFICERS, OR DIRECTORS BE LIABLE FOR DAMAGES OF ANY KIND, UNDER ANY LEGAL THEORY, ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH YOUR USE, OR INABILITY TO USE, THE SERVICES, ANY WEBSITES LINKED TO THEM, ANY CONTENT ON THE SERVICES OR SUCH OTHER WEBSITES, INCLUDING ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO, PERSONAL INJURY, PAIN AND SUFFERING, EMOTIONAL DISTRESS, LOSS OF REVENUE, LOSS OF PROFITS, LOSS OF BUSINESS OR ANTICIPATED SAVINGS, LOSS OF USE, LOSS OF GOODWILL, LOSS OF DATA, AND WHETHER CAUSED BY TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE), BREACH OF CONTRACT, OR OTHERWISE, EVEN IF FORESEEABLE.

12.2 CAP ON LIABILITY

IN NO EVENT WILL FORMATION’S TOTAL LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THESE TERMS OR FROM THE USE OF OR INABILITY TO USE THE SERVICES EXCEED THE AMOUNTS YOU HAVE PAID TO FORMATION FOR USE OF THE SERVICES OR ONE HUNDRED DOLLARS ($100), IF YOU HAVE NOT HAD ANY PAYMENT OBLIGATIONS TO FORMATION, AS APPLICABLE.

12.3 JURISDICTIONAL LIMITATIONS

THE LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMERS IN THIS SECTION DO NOT PURPORT TO LIMIT LIABILITY OR ALTER YOUR RIGHTS AS A CONSUMER THAT CANNOT BE EXCLUDED OR LIMITED UNDER APPLICABLE LAW.

13. INDEMNIFICATION

13.1 Your Indemnification Obligations

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless Formation, its affiliates, licensors, and service providers, and its and their respective officers, directors, employees, contractors, agents, licensors, suppliers, successors, and assigns from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, judgments, awards, losses, costs, expenses, or fees (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) arising out of or relating to: (a) your violation of these Terms; (b) your use of the Services; (c) your User Content; (d) your violation of any rights of another, including intellectual property rights; or (e) any overt harmful act toward any other user of the Services with whom you connected via the Services.

13.2 Procedures

Formation reserves the right to assume exclusive control of the defense and settlement of any matter subject to indemnification by you, at your expense. You agree to cooperate with our defense of such claims.

14. EQUITABLE RELIEF

You acknowledge and agree that a breach or threatened breach by you of any of your obligations under these Terms would cause Formation irreparable harm for which monetary damages would not be an adequate remedy and that, in the event of such breach or threatened breach, Formation will be entitled to equitable relief, including a restraining order, an injunction, specific performance, and any other relief that may be available from any court of competent jurisdiction, without any requirement to post a bond or other security, and without any requirement to prove actual damages or that monetary damages are not an adequate remedy.

15. TERM AND TERMINATION

15.1 Term

These Terms will remain in full force and effect while you use the Services. You may terminate your use of the Services at any time.

15.2 Termination by Formation

We may terminate or suspend your access to all or part of the Services, without prior notice or liability, for any reason, including if you breach any of the terms or conditions of these Terms.

15.3 Effect of Termination

Upon termination, your right to use the Services will immediately cease. All provisions of these Terms that by their nature should survive termination shall survive, including ownership provisions, warranty disclaimers, indemnity, and limitations of liability.

16. GOVERNING LAW AND DISPUTE RESOLUTION

16.1 Governing Law

These Terms and any dispute or claim arising out of or related to these Terms, their subject matter, or their formation (in each case, including non-contractual disputes or claims) shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the internal laws of the State of California without giving effect to any choice or conflict of law provision or rule.

16.2 Jurisdiction and Venue

Any legal suit, action, or proceeding arising out of or related to these Terms or the Services shall be instituted exclusively in the federal courts of the United States or the courts of the State of California, in each case located in San Francisco County. You waive any and all objections to the exercise of jurisdiction over you by such courts and to venue in such courts.

16.3 Waiver of Jury Trial

YOU AND FORMATION HEREBY IRREVOCABLY WAIVE ANY AND ALL RIGHT TO TRIAL BY JURY IN ANY LEGAL PROCEEDING ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO THESE TERMS OR THE USE OF THE SERVICES.

17. GENERAL PROVISIONS

17.1 Entire Agreement

These Terms include and incorporate applicable supplements (including the A La Carte Session Supplement and Mentor Supplement), each containing feature-specific terms that apply in addition to these Terms. Together with any other agreements expressly incorporated by reference, these Terms constitute the entire and exclusive understanding and agreement between Formation and you regarding the Services, and supersede all prior oral or written understandings or agreements regarding the Services. The document hierarchy set forth in Section 1.5 governs the resolution of any conflicts among Formation’s governing documents.

17.2 Assignment

You may not assign or transfer these Terms, by operation of law or otherwise, without Formation’s prior written consent. Any attempt by you to assign or transfer these Terms without such consent will be null and void. Formation may freely assign or transfer these Terms without restriction. Subject to the foregoing, these Terms will bind and inure to the benefit of the parties, their successors, and permitted assigns.

17.3 Severability

If any provision of these Terms is held by a court of competent jurisdiction to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable, such provision shall be eliminated or limited to the minimum extent such that the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect.

17.4 Waiver

No waiver by Formation of any term or condition set out in these Terms shall be deemed a further or continuing waiver of such term or condition or a waiver of any other term or condition, and any failure of Formation to assert a right or provision under these Terms shall not constitute a waiver of such right or provision.

17.5 Force Majeure

Formation shall not be liable for any delay or failure to perform resulting from causes outside its reasonable control, including acts of God, war, terrorism, riots, embargoes, acts of civil or military authorities, fire, floods, accidents, strikes, or shortages of transportation facilities, fuel, energy, labor, or materials.

17.6 Notices and Contact

All notices, requests, consents, claims, demands, waivers, and other communications hereunder shall be in writing and addressed to the parties as follows:
To Formation: Formation Labs Inc., 530 Sanchez St, San Francisco, CA, 94114, USA. Email: dpo@formation.dev
To You: The email address associated with your account.

For general questions about these Terms, contact us at dpo@formation.dev.

17.7 Electronic Communications

You consent to receive electronic communications from us, and you agree that all agreements, notices, disclosures, and other communications we provide electronically satisfy any legal requirement that such communications be in writing.

MENTOR SUPPLEMENT TO TERMS OF SERVICE

Last Updated: April 2nd, 2026

This Mentor Supplement to Terms of Service (“Supplement”) governs the relationship between Formation Labs Inc. (“Formation”) and individuals providing mentoring services through Formation’s platform (“Mentor” or “you”). This Supplement is incorporated into and forms part of Formation’s Terms of Service.

1. INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR RELATIONSHIP

1.1 Classification

You acknowledge and agree that you are an independent contractor and not an employee, agent, partner, or joint venturer of Formation. Nothing in this Supplement shall be construed to create an employer-employee relationship between you and Formation.

1.2 No Employment Benefits

As an independent contractor, you are not entitled to any employee benefits from Formation, including health insurance, paid time off, retirement benefits, workers’ compensation, unemployment insurance, or any other employee benefits.

1.3 Control and Discretion

You retain full control over the manner and means of performing services, subject only to the general guidelines and quality standards set forth herein. You have the right to: (a) determine your own schedule and availability; (b) accept or decline any mentoring opportunity; (c) provide services to other clients; and (d) terminate this relationship at any time.

2. PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS AND OBLIGATIONS

2.1 Standards of Service

You agree to:

(a) Provide mentoring services with professional competence and in accordance with the highest standards of your profession;
(b) Maintain appropriate professional boundaries with all users;
(c) Comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and professional standards;
(d) Accurately represent your qualifications, experience, and credentials;
(e) Maintain current and valid professional licenses or certifications as required for your services;
(f) Complete and submit all required feedback forms and documentation for each mentoring session;
(g) Acknowledge that mentoring sessions may be recorded when indicators are displayed and that such recordings may be used as described in Section 4 of the Terms of Service, including for quality assurance, training, and promotional purposes;
(h) Ensure you have appropriate consent for any third-party content or individuals that may appear in your video background or screen shares during recorded sessions.

2.2 Prohibited Conduct

You shall not:

(a) Solicit Formation users for services outside the Formation platform;
(b) Share, sell, or otherwise disclose user contact information or confidential data;
(c) Engage in any discriminatory, harassing, or inappropriate behavior;
(d) Provide false, misleading, or inaccurate information about your qualifications or services;
(e) Violate any provision of Formation’s Terms of Service;
(f) Use Formation’s platform or services for any unlawful purpose.

2.3 Background Verification

You consent to and will cooperate with any background checks, reference checks, or verification procedures that Formation may require.

2.4 Zero-Tolerance Policy for Misrepresentation

Formation’s mentor program is built on a foundation of trust and integrity. As a Mentor, you represent and warrant that all information you provide to Formation regarding your professional background, work history, employment level, qualifications, credentials, and experience is truthful, accurate, and complete. Any misrepresentation, falsification, or material omission of such information—whether discovered during onboarding, active service, or at any time thereafter—shall constitute a material breach of this Supplement and will result in immediate termination of your access to the platform and permanent removal from the Formation mentor program. This zero-tolerance policy applies without exception. Formation reserves the right to investigate any information you provide and to take action based on the results of such investigation at its sole discretion.

3. COMPENSATION AND PAYMENT

3.1 Payment Terms

(a) Compensation shall be paid only for completed mentoring activities for which you have submitted all required feedback forms and documentation;
(b) Payment will be made exclusively through your verified PayPal account;
(c) Payment rates and schedules are as separately agreed between you and Formation;
(d) Formation may modify payment rates upon thirty (30) days’ written notice.

3.2 Tax Obligations

You are solely responsible for all taxes, including federal, state, and local income taxes, self-employment taxes, and any other taxes or fees arising from your receipt of compensation. Formation will not withhold any taxes from your compensation. You will receive appropriate tax documentation (e.g., Form 1099) as required by law.

3.3 No Guaranteed Compensation

Formation makes no representations or guarantees regarding: (a) minimum compensation amounts; (b) number of available mentoring opportunities; or (c) consistency of earning opportunities.

4. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY

4.1 Work Product Ownership

All work product, materials, content, or deliverables created by you in connection with providing services through Formation’s platform shall be the sole and exclusive property of Formation. You hereby assign all right, title, and interest in such work product to Formation, including all session recordings where you appear as a mentor.

4.2 License to Use Mentor Content

You grant Formation a worldwide, perpetual, irrevocable, royalty-free, sublicensable license to use, reproduce, modify, distribute, and display your name, image, biographical information, and any content you provide in connection with the Services, including for promotional purposes. Formation will use reasonable efforts to notify you before prominent or public-facing promotional use when practicable, and will consider and reasonably honor requests to remove your content from future promotional materials on a prospective basis, subject to technical and practical limitations.

4.3 Formation’s Intellectual Property

You acknowledge that Formation’s platform, materials, and all associated intellectual property are the exclusive property of Formation. You shall not copy, modify, distribute, or create derivative works based on Formation’s intellectual property.

5. LIABILITY AND INSURANCE

5.1 Your Liability

You are solely responsible and liable for: (a) all acts, errors, and omissions in connection with your provision of services; (b) any claims, damages, or injuries arising from or related to your services; (c) maintaining appropriate professional liability insurance coverage; and (d) defending against any claims related to your services.

5.2 Direct Claims

Users may pursue claims directly against you for any issues arising from your services, and Formation shall have no liability for such claims.

5.3 Insurance Requirements

You agree to maintain, at your own expense, appropriate professional liability insurance.

6. INDEMNIFICATION

6.1 Your Indemnification

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless Formation, its affiliates, and their respective officers, directors, employees, and agents from and against any and all claims, damages, losses, costs, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) arising from or related to: (a) your provision of mentoring services; (b) your breach of this Supplement or Formation’s Terms of Service; (c) your violation of any applicable law or regulation; (d) your infringement of any intellectual property or other rights of any third party; or (e) any dispute between you and a user.

6.2 Procedures

The indemnification procedures set forth in Formation’s Terms of Service shall apply to this indemnification provision.

7. CONFIDENTIALITY

7.1 Confidential Information

You agree to maintain the strict confidentiality of all confidential information, including: (a) user personal information and data; (b) Formation’s business information, trade secrets, and proprietary methods; and (c) any non-public information accessed through Formation’s platform.

7.2 Obligations

You shall: (a) use confidential information solely for providing services through Formation; (b) protect confidential information using the same degree of care you use for your own confidential information, but no less than reasonable care; and (c) not disclose confidential information to any third party.

7.3 Survival

Your confidentiality obligations shall survive termination of this Supplement indefinitely, or to the maximum extent permitted by applicable laws.

8. TERM AND TERMINATION

8.1 Term

This Supplement shall remain in effect until terminated by either party.

8.2 Termination

Either party may terminate this relationship at any time, with or without cause, upon written notice to the other party. Notwithstanding the foregoing, Formation may terminate this relationship immediately, without prior notice, upon any breach of this Supplement or Formation’s Terms of Service, including misrepresentation of credentials or background (Section 2.4), prohibited conduct (Section 2.2), violation of confidentiality obligations (Section 7), or any conduct that Formation determines, in its sole discretion, undermines the trust and integrity of the platform.

8.3 Obligations Upon Termination

Upon termination, you shall: (a) complete all accepted mentoring sessions in a professional manner; (b) submit all required documentation and feedback forms; (c) return or destroy all Formation property and confidential information; and (d) cease representing yourself as affiliated with Formation.

8.4 Survival

Sections 4, 5, 6, 7, and 9 shall survive termination of this Supplement.

9. DISPUTE RESOLUTION

9.1 Disputes with Users

Any disputes arising between you and users must be resolved directly between you and the user. Formation may facilitate communication but assumes no responsibility for resolution or outcomes.

9.2 Disputes with Formation

Any disputes between you and Formation shall be resolved in accordance with the dispute resolution provisions in Formation’s Terms of Service.

10. COMPLIANCE AND REPRESENTATIONS

10.1 Legal Compliance

You represent and warrant that: (a) you have and will maintain all necessary licenses, permits, and qualifications required to provide your services; (b) you have the legal right to work in your jurisdiction; (c) you will comply with all applicable laws, regulations, and professional standards; and (d) you have no legal restrictions preventing you from entering into this Supplement.

10.2 Ongoing Obligations

You agree to immediately notify Formation of any change in your legal status, professional licenses, or ability to perform services.

11. MISCELLANEOUS

11.1 Amendments

Formation may modify this Supplement upon thirty (30) days’ written notice. Your continued provision of services after such notice constitutes acceptance of the modifications.

11.2 Integration

This Supplement, together with Formation’s Terms of Service, constitutes the entire agreement between you and Formation regarding your provision of mentoring services.

11.3 Governing Law

This Supplement shall be governed by the laws specified in Formation’s Terms of Service.

12. ACKNOWLEDGMENT

By providing services through Formation’s platform, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by this Supplement and Formation’s Terms of Service.

For questions regarding this Supplement, contact: dpo@formation.dev

A LA CARTE SESSION SUPPLEMENT TO TERMS OF SERVICE

Last Updated: April 2nd, 2026

This A La Carte Session Supplement (“Supplement”) provides feature-specific terms that apply to certain stand-alone sessions, events, or programming (“A La Carte Sessions”) available through the Formation platform. This Supplement is incorporated into and forms part of Formation Labs Inc.’s (“Formation,” “we,” or “us”) Terms of Service (“Terms”).

1. Scope and Relationship to Terms

1.1 Application

This Supplement applies to A La Carte Sessions—stand-alone sessions, events, programming, discussions, or other time-bounded offerings delivered live or asynchronously.

1.2 Platform Terms and Hierarchy

All rules in the Terms (including conduct, privacy, recordings, intellectual property, and limitations of liability) apply to A La Carte Sessions unless expressly modified in this Supplement. In the event of a conflict between the Terms and this Supplement, the document hierarchy set forth in Section 1.5 of the Terms applies. This Supplement controls solely for matters specific to A La Carte Sessions and solely to the extent of a direct conflict.

2. Definitions

“A La Carte Session” or “Session” means a stand-alone offering accessed through the Platform.

“Ticket” means a revocable, non-transferable license to access a specific Session at the time or access window communicated at purchase.

“Host” means any individual involved in facilitating, contributing to, or appearing in a Session.

3. Nature of A La Carte Sessions

3.1 Flexible Format; Good-Faith Delivery

Sessions may vary in structure, duration, format, Hosts, and timing. Formation may adjust elements of a Session when reasonably necessary, but will use best efforts to preserve the intended topic, purpose, and general experience.

3.2 Topic Adjustments

Sessions are dynamic and may evolve. Adjustments will be justified based on operational, scheduling, or quality reasons, and Formation will use best efforts to keep the Session substantially aligned with its described intent.

3.3 Use of Information

Information shared in Sessions is general and may not be suitable for all circumstances. You remain responsible for your own decisions.

4. Purchases, Fees, and Access

4.1 Purchase of Access

A Ticket grants access to one Session as described at the time of purchase, subject to changes permitted in this Supplement.

4.2 Payment Processing

Payments are processed through third-party processors (e.g., Stripe). Any processor-related fees (e.g., currency conversion, processing charges) may apply.

4.3 Non-Transferability

Tickets are personal and non-transferable unless Formation expressly permits a transfer due to circumstances such as illness or emergencies, evaluated at Formation’s discretion.

4.4 User Requirements

You are responsible for meeting the technical and environmental requirements necessary to participate.

5. Session Modifications and Cancellations

5.1 Modifications (Justified + Best Efforts)

Formation may modify Session timing, format, Hosts, or emphasis when reasonably necessary (for example, unexpected Host unavailability, technical limitations, safety concerns, or operational constraints). Formation will:

make best efforts to maintain the intended nature and timing of the Session,
implement modifications only when necessary, and
communicate changes as soon as reasonably practicable.

5.2 Cancellations

Formation may cancel a Session when justified (such as Host illness, platform outages, safety reasons, or resource challenges). Formation will communicate cancellations promptly.

5.3 Applicable Law Governs

Cancellation rights and remedies apply unless applicable law provides additional or alternative rights, in which case applicable law prevails.

6. Refunds and Credits

6.1 General Rule

Ticket purchases are non-refundable, unless:

this Supplement explicitly provides a refund or credit, or
applicable law requires otherwise (in which case applicable law prevails).

6.2 Formation-Initiated Cancellations Without a Suitable Alternative

If Formation cancels a Session and does not offer a reasonable alternative (such as a similar Session or another time), Formation will issue either a refund or a Session credit of equal value. Formation will choose the method unless applicable law requires otherwise.

6.3 Material Rescheduling

If a Session is materially rescheduled and you cannot attend the new time, and no reasonable alternative is offered, Formation will issue a refund or credit.

6.4 Situations Not Eligible for Refunds

Refunds or credits will not be provided for: failing to attend or joining late, leaving early, local or personal technical issues, minor Session adjustments, or removal under Section 10.

6.5 Consumer Protection Laws

Where consumer protection laws apply (e.g., cooling-off rights, cancellation rights), those rights override this Supplement.

7. Use of Session Materials

7.1 Permitted Use

Any Session materials provided are for your personal, non-commercial use unless applicable law allows otherwise (e.g., fair use).

7.2 Restrictions

Reproduction, public posting, sharing, or distributing Session materials is prohibited unless permitted by Formation or required by applicable law.

8. Recordings and Privacy

8.1 Recording Transparency and Consent

Some Sessions may be recorded. When recording is active, Formation will display clear and prominent recording indicators. By joining or remaining in a Session while such indicators are visible, you provide consent to the recording to the extent permitted by applicable law.

8.2 Use of Recordings

Recordings may be used for the purposes described in the Terms of Service, including quality assurance, training, compliance, operational improvement, and promotional use as set forth in Section 4.3 of the Terms.

8.3 Recording Availability

Recordings and transcripts, if created, are not guaranteed to be provided as part of your purchase. Any access provided is discretionary and may be time-limited.

8.4 Privacy Policy

Collection and processing of Session data, including recordings, are governed by Formation’s Privacy Policy.

9. Corporate or Third-Party Reimbursement

Formation does not guarantee that any Session will qualify for employer or third-party reimbursement. You are responsible for verifying eligibility and submitting any documentation. If a third party elects not to reimburse your purchase, no refund or credit will be issued.

10. Conduct and Removal

10.1 Expected Conduct

You must comply with the conduct standards in the Terms.

10.2 Removal

Formation may remove, restrict, or decline participation in a Session—without refund or credit—if your conduct:

harasses or threatens Hosts or participants;
uses slurs, hate speech, or discriminatory language;
significantly disrupts the flow of the Session;
involves unwanted solicitation, advertising, or spam;
shares unlawful or inappropriate content; or
otherwise violates the Terms.

These examples are illustrative, not exhaustive. Formation will act reasonably and in good faith when applying this provision.

11. Third-Party Hosts, Venues, and Platforms

Some Hosts may be independent contractors or third parties. Formation is responsible for its own obligations under applicable law but is not responsible for matters beyond its control. Sessions may rely on third-party platforms or venues; Formation is not responsible for outages or conditions attributable to third parties but will make best efforts to offer reasonable alternatives. Formation is not responsible for incidental expenses such as travel or lodging.

12. Additional Terms

12.1 Applicable Law

Nothing in this Supplement limits any rights guaranteed by applicable law, which take precedence where required.

12.2 Dispute Resolution

Any dispute relating to A La Carte Sessions is governed by the dispute resolution, governing law, and venue provisions in the Terms, which apply in full.

Last Updated: April 2nd, 2026

Formation Labs Inc., a Delaware corporation (“Formation,” “Company,” “we,” “us,” or “our”), is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our websites (buildschool.io, formation.dev), mobile applications, products, and services (collectively, the “Services”), or otherwise interact with us.

By accessing or using our Services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with this Privacy Policy, you must not access or use our Services.

1. CHANGES TO THIS PRIVACY POLICY

We reserve the right to modify this Privacy Policy at any time. If we make material changes, we will notify you by updating the “Effective Date” above and, in some cases, provide additional notice (such as adding a statement to our homepage or sending an email notification). Your continued use of our Services following the posting of changes constitutes your acceptance of such changes.

If you have entered into a separate written agreement with Formation that includes privacy or data protection provisions, those provisions will take precedence over this Privacy Policy to the extent of any direct conflict. This Privacy Policy will continue to apply to all matters not specifically addressed in such separate agreement.

2. SUMMARY OF OUR DATA PRACTICES

The following summary is provided for convenience and quick reference. The full details are set forth in the sections that follow.

What we collect: Identity and contact information, account and transaction data, content you upload or create, session recordings (where indicated), professional background information, and technical/usage data collected automatically through cookies and similar technologies.

Where it comes from: Directly from you, automatically when you use our Services, and occasionally from third parties you have authorized or public sources.

How we use it:To provide and improve our Services, process transactions, communicate with you, ensure security, conduct quality assurance and training, and—where applicable—for promotional purposes as described in our Terms of Service.

Who receives it: Service providers who help us operate (payment processors, cloud providers, analytics), in connection with business transfers, as required by law, and in aggregated/de-identified form for research and analysis.

How long we keep it: For as long as necessary to provide Services, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and support legitimate business purposes. We delete or anonymize information when retention is no longer necessary.

Your choices: You may update or correct your information, request deletion, opt out of marketing communications, and manage cookie preferences. Contact us at dpo@formation.dev to exercise your rights, and we will respond within 30 days.

3. INFORMATION WE COLLECT

3.1 Information You Provide Directly

We collect information you voluntarily provide when you:

Register for an account or create a profile
Use our Services, including uploading, downloading, or sharing content
Purchase products or subscribe to services
Request customer support or communicate with us
Participate in surveys, promotions, or interactive features
Connect through third-party social media platforms

Types of information collected include:

Identity Data: Name, username, job title
Contact Data: Email address, postal address, telephone number
Account Data: Login credentials, preferences, settings
Transaction Data: Purchase history, billing information, payment details
Content Data: Files, documents, and other materials you upload or create (“User Content”)
Communication Data: Feedback, correspondence, and support requests
Professional Data: Employer information, professional background
Session Data: Audio and video recordings, screen sharing content, chat messages, and metadata (duration, participants, timestamp) from mentoring sessions, meetings, and interactive features where recording indicators are displayed

You will always be notified when recording is active through visible indicators. By participating in a recorded session, you consent to the recording and our use of it as described in this Privacy Policy and our Terms of Service (including Section 4.3 of the Terms regarding promotional use).

3.2 Information Collected Automatically

When you use our Services, we automatically collect:
a) Usage Data:

Features accessed and actions taken
Frequency and duration of activities
File names, sizes, and types
Interaction patterns with User Content

b) Technical Data:

Internet Protocol (IP) address
Browser type and version
Device identifiers and characteristics
Operating system and platform
Internet Service Provider (ISP)
Access times and referring websites
Log files and error reports

c) Cookie Data:
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to collect information about your browsing activities. See Section 8 for details about cookies and your choices.

3.3 Information from Third Parties

We may receive information about you from:

Third-party applications you connect to our Services
Service providers who assist in our operations
Business partners and affiliates
Public databases and sources

4. HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION

4.1 Primary Purposes

We use collected information to:

Provide Services: Operate, maintain, and improve our Services
Process Transactions: Complete purchases and manage billing
Communicate: Send service-related notices, updates, and security alerts
Support: Respond to inquiries and provide customer assistance
Personalize: Customize features and content based on preferences
Analyze: Monitor usage patterns and improve user experience
Secure: Detect, prevent, and address security issues and fraud
Quality and Training: Review recorded sessions for quality assurance, mentor training, and service improvement
Promotional Use: Use Promotional Content (as defined in Section 4.3 of the Terms of Service)—specifically session recordings, excerpts, names, likenesses, testimonials, and biographical information—for promotional, marketing, and educational purposes. Files, documents, code, and other materials you upload solely for your own use of the Services are not used for promotional purposes without your separate consent.

4.2 Additional Uses

We may also use your information to:

Develop new products, services, and features
Conduct research and analysis
Send marketing communications (with your consent where required)
Enforce our Terms of Service and other agreements
Protect our rights, property, and safety

4.3 Legal Bases for Processing

We process your information based on:

Consent: Where you have given explicit consent
Contract: To perform our contract with you
Legal Obligations: To comply with applicable laws
Legitimate Interests: For our business purposes, where not overridden by your rights

4.4 Contractual Processing

If you have a separate written agreement with Formation that specifies different or additional uses of your information, we may also process your information in accordance with that agreement. Such contractual provisions supersede conflicting provisions in this Privacy Policy.

5. HOW WE SHARE YOUR INFORMATION

5.1 Service Providers

We share information with third-party vendors who perform services on our behalf, including payment processors, cloud storage providers, customer support platforms, analytics services, and marketing and communication tools. These providers are contractually obligated to protect your information and use it only for specified purposes.

5.2 Business Transfers

If we are involved in a merger, acquisition, reorganization, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will notify you of any change in ownership or control.

5.3 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information when required to: comply with applicable laws, regulations, or legal processes; respond to lawful government requests (including for law enforcement or national security purposes); enforce our agreements and policies; protect our rights, property, or safety; prevent fraud or illegal activities; or address emergencies.

5.4 Third-Party Applications

When you connect third-party applications to our Services, those applications may access your username and profile information, content you choose to share, and usage data related to the integration. We are not responsible for third-party privacy practices. Review their privacy policies before connecting.

5.5 Aggregated and De-identified Data

We may share aggregated or de-identified information that cannot reasonably identify you for any purpose, including research, analysis, and marketing.

5.6 Consent

We may share your information in other circumstances with your explicit consent.

6. DATA RETENTION

6.1 Retention Periods

We retain your information for as long as necessary to: maintain your account and provide Services; comply with legal obligations; resolve disputes and enforce agreements; and support legitimate business purposes.

As a general guide: active account data is retained for the life of your account; transaction records are retained for at least as long as required by applicable tax and commercial law; session recordings are retained for the period necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Policy and our Terms of Service; and technical logs are retained for a limited period appropriate to their security and operational purpose.

6.2 Deletion

When retention is no longer necessary, we will securely delete or anonymize your information. Some information may be retained in backup systems for a limited period.

7. DATA SECURITY

7.1 Security Measures

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information, including encryption of data in transit and at rest, access controls and authentication requirements, regular security assessments and updates, employee training and confidentiality obligations, and secure data centers with physical safeguards.

7.2 Your Responsibilities

You are responsible for: maintaining the confidentiality of your login credentials; using strong, unique passwords; logging out when finished using shared devices; and promptly notifying us of any unauthorized access.

7.3 Incident Response

If we become aware of a security incident that may compromise your personal information, we will promptly investigate, take appropriate remedial measures, and provide notice to affected users when required by applicable law and when appropriate based on the nature and risk of the incident. The timing and method of notice will be determined based on the circumstances, applicable legal requirements, and the need to coordinate with any law enforcement or regulatory investigations.

7.4 Limitations

While we strive to protect your information, no security system is impenetrable. We cannot guarantee absolute security of your information.

8. COOKIES AND TRACKING TECHNOLOGIES

8.1 Types of Cookies

We use:

Essential Cookies: Required for Service functionality
Performance Cookies: Analyze usage and improve performance
Functionality Cookies: Remember preferences and settings
Analytics Cookies: Understand user behavior and trends

8.2 Third-Party Cookies

Third parties may place cookies when you use our Services. We do not control these cookies and encourage you to review third-party privacy practices.

8.3 Your Cookie Choices

Most browsers allow you to view, delete, and block cookies; set preferences for cookie handling; and receive warnings before accepting cookies. Disabling cookies may limit Service functionality.

9. YOUR PRIVACY RIGHTS AND ACCOUNT MANAGEMENT

9.1 Access and Correction

You may: request a summary of the personal information we hold about you; update or correct inaccurate information through your account settings, customer support, or by emailing dpo@formation.dev; and request a copy of your personal data in a commonly used format.

9.2 Deletion

You may request deletion of your personal information or close your account. We will honor deletion requests except where we are required to retain information by law or for legitimate business purposes (such as resolving disputes or enforcing agreements). We will inform you if any such exceptions apply to your request. For the relationship between deletion requests and Promotional Content that has already been published or distributed, see Section 4.3 of the Terms of Service.

9.3 Marketing Communications

You can opt out of marketing emails by using the unsubscribe link in emails, updating your account preferences, or contacting us at dpo@formation.dev. You will continue to receive transactional and service-related communications.

9.4 Do Not Track

We do not currently respond to Do Not Track browser signals. However, you can manage tracking through cookie settings and third-party opt-out mechanisms.

9.5 Exercising Your Rights

To exercise any privacy rights, contact us at dpo@formation.dev. We will respond to requests within 30 days. We may ask you to verify your identity before processing your request.

9.6 Accuracy

You are responsible for ensuring your information remains accurate and current.

10. INTERNATIONAL DATA TRANSFERS

10.1 Cross-Border Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence, including the United States, where Formation is headquartered. These countries may have different data protection laws.

10.2 Transfer Safeguards

Where required by applicable law, we implement appropriate safeguards for international transfers, including standard contractual clauses, data processing agreements, and ensuring recipients provide adequate protection. For users participating in the Poland/Waymo Program, additional transfer details are set forth in the applicable annex below.

11. CHILDREN’S PRIVACY

Our Services are not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we learn we have collected information from a child under 13, we will delete the information promptly, terminate any associated account, and notify the parent or guardian if possible. If you believe we have information from a child under 13, contact us immediately at dpo@formation.dev.

12. THIRD-PARTY LINKS AND SERVICES

Our Services may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices or content. Some Services incorporate third-party features (e.g., social media widgets), which may collect your information and are governed by the third party’s privacy policy.

13. LEGAL DISCLOSURES

We will not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for their direct marketing purposes without your explicit consent.

14. CONTACT INFORMATION

For questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, contact:

Privacy Contact
Formation Labs Inc.
Email: dpo@formation.dev
Address: 530 Sanchez St, San Francisco, CA 94114, USA

If you have concerns about our privacy practices, please contact us first. You may also have the right to lodge a complaint with a data protection authority.

15. GENERAL PROVISIONS

15.1 Definitions

“Personal Information”: Information that identifies, relates to, or could reasonably be linked with you.
“Services”: All Formation websites, applications, products, and services.
“User Content”: Data, files, and materials you upload to or create using our Services.
“Third Party”: Any entity not controlled by Formation.

15.2 Severability

If any provision of this Privacy Policy is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

15.3 Entire Agreement

This Privacy Policy, together with our Terms of Service, constitutes the entire agreement between you and Formation regarding the collection and use of your information, except where you have entered into a separate written agreement with Formation. In the event of a direct conflict between this Privacy Policy and a separate written agreement (such as an enterprise agreement, data processing agreement, or other service-specific contract), the separate written agreement shall govern solely with respect to its specific subject matter.

Additional Privacy Notice for Participants in the Poland/Waymo Program

Scope: This section applies only to individuals participating in the Formation/Alphabet/Waymo recruitment and workforce program operated in Poland. It does not apply to general users of formation.dev or other Formation Services. If you are not a participant in this program, this section does not apply to you.

Information on the processing of personal data

In accordance with Article 13 of Regulation (EU) 2016/679 of the European Parliament and of the Council of April 27, 2016 on data protection¹(hereinafter “GDPR”), we provide you with the following information:

Your personal data controller will be Formation Labs Inc. (hereinafter: the “Company”).
You can contact us by letter — to 530 Sanchez St, San Francisco, CA, 94114, USA, or by email — to dpo@formation.dev
Your data will be processed for the purpose of the recruitment process.
The legal basis for processing your personal data will be:
- necessity for compliance with a legal obligation to which we are subject, i.e. Article 6 item 1 letter c) of GDPR in relation with Article 22(1) § 1 i 2 of the Labor Code;
- your consent, i.e. Article 6 item 1 letter a) of GDPR;
- necessity for the performance of a contract to which you are a party or in order to take steps at your request prior to entering into a contract, i.e. Article 6 item 1 letter b) of GDPR;
- necessity for the purposes of the legitimate interests pursued by us as the controller of your data, i.e. Article 6 item 1 letter f) of GDPR, i.e. for the purpose of possible determination, investigation or defense against claims in connection with the conduct of litigation, as well as proceedings before public authorities and other proceedings, including for the purpose of investigation and defense against claims;
- necessity for the purposes of the legitimate interests pursued by us as the controller of your data, i.e. Article 6 item 1 letter f) of GDPR, i.e. in order to partner with other entities from Alphabet Inc. group.
In terms of information indicated in the application form as necessary, its indication is mandatory and necessary to participate in the recruitment process. Failure to provide them may prevent participation in the recruitment process.
Recipients of your personal data will be only entities that are entitled to receive them under the provisions of the law, as well as entities that the Company cooperates with such as other entities in the Alphabet Inc. group.
Your personal data will be stored for the period of time necessary for the purposes for which we process the data, in accordance with the law or until you withdraw your consent. If you have given your consent to process your data for future recruitment purposes, your data will be processed for the period indicated in the consent form or until you withdraw your consent.
Your personal data may be transferred outside the European Economic Area to other entities and other business partners. In order to ensure an adequate degree of protection for your data, we will use appropriate security mechanisms to ensure an adequate degree of protection as provided by the GDPR.
You have certain rights in respect of our processing of your personal data:
- the right to know what personal data concerning you is processed by us and to receive a copy of this data (the so-called right of access);
- if the processed data becomes inaccurate or incomplete (or otherwise incorrect) you have the right to request its rectification;
- in certain situations, you may ask us to delete your personal data, i.e., for example, when we no longer need the data for the purposes we informed you about; if the processing would have occurred unlawfully; or if the need to delete the data arises from a legal obligation on us;
- the right to ask us to restrict the processing of personal data that concerns you;
- the right to object to the processing of your personal data;
- the right to transfer your personal data to another administrator;
- the right to withdraw your consent to the processing of your personal data on this basis at any time without affecting the lawfulness of the processing until you withdraw your consent.
It will not always be possible to exercise all of the above rights. Restrictions will result from the relevant provisions of the GDPR.
You have the right to file a complaint with the President of the Personal Data Protection Office (UODO) if you consider that the processing of your personal data violates the provisions of the GDPR. The contact details of the Polish President of the Personal Data Protection Office are: Stawki 2 Street, (00-192) Warsaw.
Your data will not be subject to automatic decision-making, including profiling.

¹Regulation (EU) 2016/679 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 27 April 2016 on the protection of natural persons with regard to the processing of personal data and on the free movement of such data, and repealing Directive 95/46/EC (General Data Protection Regulation), OJ L 119, 4.5.2016, p. 1–88, available at: https://eur-lex.europa.eu/eli/reg/2016/679/oj

OUTCOMES DATA: HOW WE CALCULATE AND DISCLAIMERS

Last Updated: April 2nd, 2026

Important Context

The compensation figures presented on this website are category-based summaries built from self-reported survey data and simplified assumptions. They are not audited, individualized compensation totals. Not all Fellows complete the exit survey, blank responses are treated as $0 in certain categories, most private-company equity is excluded entirely, and the “total compensation” figure is the sum of category averages rather than the average of individual totals. Formation does not guarantee that any Fellow will obtain employment or receive any particular salary. Individual results will vary. Please read the full methodology and disclaimers below before relying on any headline figure.

Methodology

Compensation data is derived from self-reported information submitted by Formation Fellows through an exit survey or through various tools provided by Formation. Every Fellow who is placed in a new role receives the same exit survey after signing a job offer. While Formation makes reasonable efforts to achieve a 100% response rate through reminders and follow-up communications, not all Fellows complete the exit survey. Accordingly, the salary information included in the summarized data reflects only those Fellows who responded.
Average income values are calculated across multiple compensation categories, including base salary, signing bonus, target performance bonus, and equity. For each compensation category, the reported average represents the average of all data submitted in that category. Blank or missing responses for a category are treated as $0 for purposes of calculating that category’s average. For equity, if a Fellow received equity that does not have a fair current value, that Fellow is excluded from the average calculation for the equity component only.
A Fellow’s total compensation is calculated as the sum of base salary and, as applicable, first-year signing bonus, target performance bonus, and the value of equity vesting in the first year.
1. If a signing bonus is paid over multiple years, only the portion granted during the first year is included.
2. Target performance bonuses are calculated by multiplying the reported target bonus percentage by the reported base salary. If a target performance bonus is provided as a range, the midpoint of the range is used.
3. For public company equity, if the offer letter does not provide a stock value, the stock’s closing price on the Fellow’s job start date is used to determine value.
4. For private company equity, the latest available fair current preferred stock price is used, if available. Where a fair current value is not available (which is most of the time), the value of private stock and options is excluded entirely from calculations.
5. If equity is granted in the form of options and a fair current value is available, the strike price is subtracted from the fair current preferred stock price. If the strike price is not provided, a strike price of $0 is assumed.
Average total compensation is calculated as the sum of the averages for each compensation category. Formation does not calculate total compensation individually per Fellow and then average those totals. Instead, category averages are summed because there is no fair individual total compensation calculation for Fellows whose equity does not have a fair current value.
Average compensation increase is calculated by comparing reported total compensation to self-reported prior compensation data submitted by Fellows. This calculation includes Fellows who reported no prior compensation, as well as Fellows who submitted new offer information without completing surveys regarding prior compensation.
For purposes of reporting years of experience, only full-time work experience as a software engineer is included. Internships, part-time work, educational experience (including a computer science degree), and non-software engineering work experience are excluded.
Unless otherwise stated, all outcomes data—including the overall average compensation increase and compensation breakdowns by years of experience—reflects data submitted in 2025 only and is accurate as of December 31st, 2025.

Disclaimers

The figures provided are not reflective of any individual Fellow’s experience. Formation does not guarantee that a Fellow will obtain employment or receive any particular salary.

Fellows who began Formation with a lower prior salary may experience a greater increase in compensation compared to those who were already earning a competitive salary. Individual results will vary, and each Fellow’s success depends on multiple factors, including their experience, dedication, and individual circumstances.

The averages presented are intended to illustrate the potential long-term impact that Formation Services may have across a range of scenarios. Although the outcomes and estimates are based on aggregated data from placed Formation Fellows, the calculations presented are simplified examples intended solely as tools for understanding the potential value of Formation’s services under specific scenarios and constraints.

These calculations do not constitute guarantees, financial planning advice, or a basis for determining any individual Fellow’s expected outcomes.
FAANG-equivalent level designations and company tier classifications (including terms such as “FAANG-level,” “top-tier,” “Tier 1,” or similar designations) referenced on this website or in Formation materials are estimated by an industry expert using available information, including placement data, job titles, reported levels, candidate backgrounds, and employer reputation. These designations are illustrative, good-faith approximations based on professional judgment and the information available at the time of assessment. They are not self-reported by program participants, are inherently subjective, and do not constitute verified, audited, or guaranteed level or company tier equivalencies. Different experts, methodologies, or information sources may result in different classifications.