Terms of Use for EvergreenFamilyStory.org

Last Updated: 06/09/2025

Welcome to EvergreenFamilyStory.org (the "Site"). By accessing or using this Site, you agree to comply with these Terms of Use ("Terms"). If you disagree, do not use the Site.

1. Acceptance of Terms

These Terms govern your use of the Site, including submitting content, accessing stories, and interacting with other users. Continued use constitutes acceptance of any future revisions.

2. Eligibility

You must be at least 18 years old or have parental consent to submit content. Users under 13 are prohibited from providing personal information (see our Privacy Policy).

3. User Responsibilities

You agree to:

Provide accurate, non-misleading information.
Respect others’ privacy and dignity (e.g., anonymize sensitive stories).
Not upload content that:
- Is illegal, abusive, or discriminatory.
- Infringes copyrights/trademarks.
- Contains viruses or malware.
Monitor account security (if applicable).

4. Content Ownership & Licensing

Your Submissions: You retain ownership but grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to host, display, and share your stories/photos on the Site and affiliated platforms upon your approval.

Site Content: All text, graphics, and design are owned by Evergreen Education Foundation or licensed to us. Unauthorized use (e.g., scraping, commercial reuse) is prohibited.

5. Prohibited Activities

You must not:

Harass other users or post private information without consent.
Impersonate any person/entity.
Disrupt Site functionality (e.g., spam, hacking attempts).
Use automated tools to extract data.

6. Disclaimers

Historical Accuracy: Family stories reflect users’ personal recollections. We do not verify facts and are not liable for inaccuracies.

Availability: We provide the Site "as is" and may suspend/terminate access without notice.

Third-Party Links: We are not responsible for external sites linked on the Site.

7. Limitation of Liability

We are not liable for:

Loss/damage arising from Site use or inability to use the Site.
Unauthorized access to your submissions.
Conduct of other users or third parties.

8. Copyright Complaints (DMCA)

To report infringement, contact our designated agent:

Email: info@evergreeneducation.org

Requirements: Include proof of ownership, infringing material URL, and contact details.

9. Termination

We may suspend/terminate your access if you violate these Terms.

10. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of California, USA, without regard to conflict-of-law principles.

11. Updates to Terms

We may revise these Terms at any time. Changes take effect upon posting. Check the "Last Updated" date regularly.

12. Contact

For questions about these Terms:
Email: info@evergreeneducation.org