Effective Date: August 14, 2025
These Terms of Service (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of DAPEN.org (“DAPEN,” “we,” “our,” or “us”), including any services, tools, or content provided through the site. By using our site or services, you agree to these Terms.
1. Eligibility
You must be at least 18 years old and capable of forming a binding contract to use our services. If you are using our services on behalf of a business, you represent that you have the authority to bind that business to these Terms.
2. Acceptable Use
- Use our services only for lawful purposes.
- Do not attempt to disrupt, damage, or gain unauthorized access to our systems.
- Do not use the site to transmit unlawful, defamatory, or infringing content.
3. Services Provided
DAPEN provides educational resources and access to the DAPEN® Defense Fund. Any legal assistance is provided through licensed attorneys, and technical fixes through qualified developers, subject to the scope of the service plan.
4. No Legal Advice
Content on DAPEN.org is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Participation in the Defense Fund does not create an attorney-client relationship outside the agreed scope.
5. Fees and Payments
Fees for services are disclosed prior to purchase. By providing payment information, you authorize us to charge applicable fees. Subscriptions renew according to the plan terms unless canceled.
6. Disclaimers
We strive for accuracy but do not warrant that the site or its content will be error-free, uninterrupted, or meet your specific needs. Services are provided “as is” and “as available.”
7. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, DAPEN and its affiliates will not be liable for indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from your use of our site or services.
8. Indemnification
You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless DAPEN, its affiliates, and service providers from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from your use of the site or violation of these Terms.
9. Changes to These Terms
We may update these Terms from time to time. Changes will be posted with an updated “Effective Date.” Continued use after changes indicates acceptance.
10. Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of California, without regard to conflict of law principles.
11. Contact Us
For questions about these Terms, please contact us via our Contact Us page.
Reviewed/Updated: August 2025
Important: These Terms apply to your use of DAPEN.org and related services. Additional terms may apply to specific offerings.
