Effective date: 12/16/2022
I. OVERVIEW & PURPOSE
This Social Media Contract has been adopted by Tag Lending Group of 335 S Biscayne Blvd Suite 2809 Miami, FL 33131, to optimize employee social media interaction in a way that conforms with Tag Lending Group's policies and enhances professional communication, sharing, and collaboration with a wider audience. Social Media, which should be broadly understood for purposes of this contract includes, without limitation, multi-media, social networking websites, user rating services, blogs, micro-blogs, wikis, chat rooms, electronic newsletters, online forums for both professional and personal use, and other sites and services that permit users to share information with others. The foregoing guidelines are meant to assist employees with making appropriate decisions when engaging in social media tools. Employees should become familiar with any applicable employee policies and employee handbooks in conjunction with this Social Media Contract.
II. SCOPE & APPLICABILITY
This contract applies to all Tag Lending Group employees, contractors, and other personnel acting in an official capacity on behalf of Tag Lending Group when using social media for business purposes on the company's internal "Intranet" (if applicable) or Internet. These policies apply only to work-related sites, issues, and interactions and are not meant to infringe upon any personal online interaction outside of work. Tag Lending Group and this Social Media Contract acknowledges that any forms of protected speech cannot by censored by Tag Lending Group. Legally protected activity does not include personal complaints or offensive, demeaning, defamatory, abusive, or inappropriate remarks that may cause a hostile work environment. Tag Lending Group reserves the right to request that certain subjects are avoided and that certain posts be deleted if Tag Lending Group deems a post or comment to be inappropriate.
III. GENERAL POLICIES
1. APPROVAL. Before beginning any social media project, employees must first be granted approval by the appropriate agent(s) to use social media, social networking, or related services or tools to directly support or enhance activities being undertaken in an official capacity by Tag Lending Group.
2. CONFIDENTIALITY. Internet postings should not disclose any information or trade secrets that are confidential or proprietary to the Tag Lending Group or to any third party that has disclosed information to the company. Anything designated "Internal Use Only" by Tag Lending Group, or anything similarly designated as intended for company consumption only, shall not be conveyed, whether implicitly or explicitly, on any form of social media whatsoever. This includes, but is not limited to, company strategy, information about trademarks, upcoming product releases, sales, finances, number of products sold, number of employees, and any other information that has not been publicly released by Tag Lending Group. These items are given as an example only and do not cover the range of what the company considers confidential and proprietary. Employees should explicitly identify all copyrighted materials or information, obtain permission to post when necessary, and give credit to original authors.
3. OWNERSHIP. Employees who engage in social media should define what materials belong to the company and what materials belong to the employee. Internet and blog posts created during nonworking hours on topics unrelated to the business typically belong to the employee. It is permissible to quote or retweet others, but employees should not attempt to pass off someone else's words, photography, or other information as their own. All copyright, privacy, and other laws that apply offline apply online as well. Employees should always give proper credit when posting a link or information gathered from another source. Any social media contacts, including "followers" or "friends," that are acquired through accounts (including, but not limited to email addresses, blogs, Twitter, Facebook, Youtube, or other social media networks) created on behalf of Tag Lending Group are the property of Tag Lending Group.
4. TRANSPARENCY AND DISCLOSURES. If an employee is granted permission to publicly share what a client, partner, or other organization is doing, such as launching a new website or coming out with a new product, the employee must disclose his/her relationship to the other party. Employees are not permitted to discuss an organization or product in social media in exchange for money. If an employee receives a product or service to review for free, the employee must disclose it in his/her post or review.
5. ONLINE DISCRIMINATION & HARASSMENT. Tag Lending Group shall not tolerate, under any circumstances, without exception, any online behavior that is explicitly or implicitly discriminatory based on race, creed, religion, color, age, disability, pregnancy, marital status, parental status, veteran status, military status, domestic violence victim status, national origin, political affiliation, sex, predisposing genetic characteristics, and any other status protected by the law. This list is not exhaustive. In some cases, local laws and regulations may provide greater protection than those described in this contract.
6. POLICY ON BLOCKING SOCIAL MEDIA SITES. Due to concerns over cyber security, data breaches, brand representation, general employee productivity management, and other considerations, Tag Lending Group has opted to block certain social media sites from employee access. The choice of which sites to be blocked is at the discretion of Tag Lending Group.
IV. CODE OF CONDUCT
1. BLOGGING. Company-related blogs, when applicable, may be worked on with permission from the appropriate managers or supervisors. Personal blogs are not to be worked on during business hours. Employees should strive to provide worthwhile information and perspective, engage in appropriate debates and conversations, and provide links to other blogs, media articles, tweets, etc. when appropriate. Tag Lending Group's brand is best represented by its people, so any interaction online may reflect Tag Lending Group's brand and create perceptions about Tag Lending Group, its shareholders, customers, and its professional culture. If comments are made on any aspect of Tag Lending Group, the employee should clearly identify themselves and include a disclaimer stating that the views expressed are solely those of the employee and do not necessarily reflect the views of Tag Lending Group. Internet postings may not include company logos or trademarks unless permission is granted by the appropriate agents at Tag Lending Group. Employees are to adhere to the abovementioned confidentiality requirements set forth in this contract. If the employee has any questions about what should be posted on a blog, the employee's direct supervisor should be contacted.
2. MICRO-BLOGGING (TWITTER). Tag Lending Group actively participates in micro-blogging sites like Twitter. Through this social media tool, Tag Lending Group will provide updates on the company's major activities and initiatives as well as provide a forum for dialogue with those who are interested in Tag Lending Group. All official Tag Lending Group users are identified at www.TagLendingGroup.com. Tag Lending Group strives to respond to as many relevant questions and comments as possible, but Tag Lending Group reserves the right to select the messages that will be responded to. The posting and presence on micro-blogging sites does not necessarily reflect the views of Tag Lending Group, nor is Tag Lending Group responsible for ensuring and approving the accuracy of a post.
3. ONLINE SOCIAL NETWORKING (FACEBOOK). Tag Lending Group actively maintains a presence on social networking sites as a way to provide information about Tag Lending Group, as a means to create and maintain business contacts, and to create an open dialogue with the online community. Employees who are allowed to participate on social networking sites for Tag Lending Group will be identified as TagLendingGroup. Personal social networks may be accessed on company time only to reach out to professional business contacts and promote a beneficial online presence for Tag Lending Group as long as it does not interfere with the duties and productivity of the employee.
4. SOCIAL VIDEO (YOUTUBE). Tag Lending Group participates in social video sites as a way to provide information about the business and represent and market its brand in an exciting way. Approved employee participants must adhere to this code of conduct and the policies contained herein.
5. ONLINE FORUMS AND DISCUSSION BOARDS. In publicly accessible online forums, employees are not to discuss information that is not already considered public information. The discussion of sensitive, proprietary, or classified information is strictly prohibited. This policy applies even in circumstances where the password or other privacy controls are implemented. Failure to comply may result in disciplinary action at the discretion of Tag Lending Group.
6. ADDITIONAL SOCIAL MEDIA POLICIES. The following are additional policies that Tag Lending Group has implemented to account for emerging social media tools that directly or indirectly influence activities related to Tag Lending Group:
V. REVIEWING & AMENDING THE TERMS
This Social Media Contract may be reviewed by the proper agents at Tag Lending Group from time to time. Tag Lending Group may revise and update this Social Media Contract to incorporate new and emerging social media sites and trends that could potentially affect Tag Lending Group.
VI. VIOLATIONS
Any employee engaging in behavior that violates this contract will be subject to disciplinary action, including the possible termination of employment, whether or not an actual law has been violated. Each person at Tag Lending Group is personally responsible and may be legally liable, for the content he or she publishes online. Employees can be sued for not disclosing their relationship to the Company, or for purposely spreading false information. Employees can also be sued by other company employees, competitors, and any individual or company that views any commentary, content, or images as defamatory, pornographic, proprietary, harassing, libelous or creating a hostile work environment.
I have read, understand, and acknowledge receipt of the Corporate Credit Policy. I will comply with the guidelines set out in this policy and understand that failure to do so might result in disciplinary action up to termination of employment and potential legal action.
