Terms of Use

1.Eligibility

You must be at least 18 years old to use Kindred. By using the Service, you represent and warrant that you meet this requirement.

2.Privacy and Anonymity

Kindred is designed as an anonymous, emotionally safe space. To protect yourself and others, you agree that you will not:

• Share personal identifying information, including your full name, address, phone number, email, workplace, school, or any other details that could reasonably identify you or another user.
• Request or attempt to obtain identifying information from other users.
• Attempt to identify, locate, or investigate any user of the Service.

You understand that any information you choose to share within the Service is your responsibility.

3.No Off‑Platform Contact

To maintain user safety, you agree that you will not:

• Arrange or suggest in‑person meetings with other users.
• Exchange contact information, including social media accounts, phone numbers, or email addresses.
• Attempt to communicate with users outside of the Service.
• Encourage or participate in video calls, voice calls, or any form of off‑platform interaction.

Kindred does not facilitate, endorse, or monitor offline contact between users.

4.Acceptable Use

You agree to use the Service in a manner that is respectful, lawful, and aligned with the purpose of Kindred. You agree not to:

• Harass, threaten, or harm other users.
• Share graphic, abusive, or dangerous content.
• Promote or encourage self‑harm or unsafe behavior.
• Impersonate any person or entity.
• Interfere with the operation or security of the Service.

Kindred reserves the right to remove content or restrict access for violations of these Terms.

5.Not a Professional or Crisis Service

Kindred provides peer‑support conversation only. It is not a substitute for:

• Therapy
• Counseling
• Medical advice
• Crisis intervention
• Emergency services

If you are in immediate danger or experiencing a crisis, you agree to contact local emergency services or a crisis hotline.

6.User Content

You are solely responsible for the content you share within the Service. By using Kindred, you grant Quiet Legacy Press a limited, non‑exclusive license to store, display, and process your content solely for the operation of the Service. Kindred may remove or restrict content that violates these Terms or poses a safety risk.

7.Service Availability

Kindred may modify, suspend, or discontinue the Service at any time without notice. Quiet Legacy Press is not liable for any interruption, loss of data, or inability to access the Service.

8.Disclaimers

The Service is provided "as is" and "as available." Quiet Legacy Press makes no warranties regarding:

• The accuracy or reliability of user‑generated content
• The availability or uninterrupted operation of the Service
• The suitability of the Service for any particular purpose

Your use of the Service is at your own risk.

9.Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Quiet Legacy Press is not liable for:

• Any damages arising from your use of the Service
• Any interactions or communications between users
• Any decisions you make based on content within the Service
• Any attempts by users to meet, identify, or contact one another

Your safety and privacy are your responsibility.

10.Termination

Quiet Legacy Press may suspend or terminate your access to the Service at any time for any reason, including violations of these Terms.

11.Changes to Terms

Quiet Legacy Press may update these Terms from time to time. Continued use of the Service after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

12.Contact

For questions regarding these Terms, you may contact Quiet Legacy Press at: