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This clause establishes the procedural mechanism for dispute resolution between users and Pinterest by mandating arbitration as the exclusive forum, which affects how claims are processed, adjudicated, and appealed compared to traditional court proceedings. The provision also specifies the arbitration body (AAA) and governing rules, creating defined operational parameters for dispute handling.
Interpretive note: Enforceability of the class action waiver and mandatory arbitration clause varies by jurisdiction; EU and UK users are likely exempt under applicable consumer protection law.
Users operate under a dispute resolution framework that channels all covered claims into binding arbitration rather than court litigation or other forums. The clause specifies the arbitrator structure (single arbitrator), the governing rules (AAA Consumer Arbitration Rules), and potential hearing locations, establishing the procedural conditions under which disputes will be resolved.
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"You and Pinterest agree to resolve any claims relating to these Terms or the Services through final and binding arbitration by a single arbitrator, except as set forth under Exceptions to Agreement to Arbitrate below. This includes disputes arising out of or relating to interpretation or application of this "Mandatory Arbitration Provisions" section, including its enforceability, revocability, or validity. The arbitration will be conducted by the American Arbitration Association (AAA) under its Consumer Arbitration Rules. The arbitration will be held in the United States county where you live or work, San Francisco (CA), or any other location we agree to.— Excerpt from Pinterest's Pinterest Terms of Service
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This clause establishes the procedural mechanism for dispute resolution between users and Pinterest by mandating arbitration as the exclusive forum, which affects how claims are processed, adjudicated, and appealed compared to traditional court proceedings. The provision also specifies the arbitration body (AAA) and governing rules, creating defined operational parameters for dispute handling.
Users operate under a dispute resolution framework that channels all covered claims into binding arbitration rather than court litigation or other forums. The clause specifies the arbitrator structure (single arbitrator), the governing rules (AAA Consumer Arbitration Rules), and potential hearing locations, establishing the procedural conditions under which disputes will be resolved.
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