Terms of Service
Last updated: Aug. 1, 2025
Acceptance of Terms
By accessing and using KnowMyRep (the "Site"), you accept and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use our website.
These terms apply to all visitors, users, and others who access or use the service.
About Our Service
Educational Mission
[Your Website Name] is an educational platform designed to help young voters learn about:
Civic processes and voting procedures
How to find and contact their elected representatives
Understanding government structure and functions
Election dates, deadlines, and requirements
What We Are NOT
We are not a government agency or official voting resource
We do not endorse or oppose any political candidates or parties
We do not provide official voting guidance or legal advice
We are not responsible for the accuracy of third-party information
User Eligibility
You must be at least 13 years old to use this website
If you are under 18, you should have parental permission to provide your email address
You must provide accurate information when signing up for our newsletter
You must be eligible to vote or preparing to become eligible to vote in the United States
Acceptable Use
You MAY:
Use our educational content for personal learning about civics
Share our content for educational purposes (with proper attribution)
Sign up for our newsletter to receive civic information
Contact us with questions or feedback about our content
You MAY NOT:
Use our site for any unlawful purpose or to solicit unlawful activity
Harass, abuse, or harm other users or our team
Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems or user data
Use automated tools to scrape or download our content
Distribute false or misleading information through our platform
Use our platform to promote specific candidates or political parties
Impersonate any person or entity or misrepresent your affiliation
Content and Information
Our Content
All information is provided for educational purposes only
Content may become outdated as laws, representatives, and procedures change
We strive for accuracy but cannot guarantee all information is current or complete
Users should always verify information with official government sources
Information Sources
We compile information from publicly available government sources
Representative contact information comes from official government websites
Voting procedures are sourced from official election authorities
We clearly cite sources when possible
Updates and Changes
Information may be updated without notice
We encourage users to check official sources for the most current information
Past newsletter content may not reflect current information
Email Newsletter
Subscription Terms
By subscribing to our newsletter, you agree that:
You want to receive educational civic information via email
You understand you can unsubscribe at any time
You will not mark our emails as spam if you voluntarily subscribed
You will use the unsubscribe link if you no longer want to receive emails
Content and Frequency
Newsletters contain educational civic information only
We typically send emails [specify frequency]
Content may include voting deadlines, representative updates, and civic education
We do not send political advertisements or candidate endorsements
Unsubscribing
Every email includes an easy unsubscribe link
You can also contact us directly to unsubscribe
We will process unsubscribe requests within 10 business days
Intellectual Property
Our Rights
We own or have permission to use all content on this site
Our original educational materials are protected by copyright
You may not reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works without permission
Our name, logo, and branding are our property
Your Rights
You may share our content for educational purposes with proper attribution
You retain rights to any feedback or suggestions you provide to us
You may print materials for personal educational use
Third-Party Content
Some content may be sourced from government agencies (public domain)
Third-party content remains the property of its original owners
We respect the intellectual property rights of others
Disclaimers and Limitations
Educational Nature
This website provides general educational information only
Information should not be considered official voting guidance
We are not responsible for voting errors or missed deadlines
Always consult official sources for authoritative information
No Warranties
We provide this service "as is" without warranties of any kind
We do not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of information
We do not warrant that the service will be uninterrupted or error-free
Use of this website is at your own risk
Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law:
We are not liable for any voting decisions you make based on our information
We are not responsible for any damages arising from use of our website
Our liability is limited to the amount you paid us (which is $0 for our free service)
We are not liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages
Privacy
Your privacy is important to us. Please review our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use, and protect your information. By using our service, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with our Privacy Policy.
Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for:
The content or accuracy of external websites
The privacy practices of third-party sites
Any damages resulting from your use of external links
We encourage you to review the terms and privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit.
Termination
Your Rights
You may stop using our service at any time
You may unsubscribe from our newsletter at any time
You may request deletion of your personal information
Our Rights
We may terminate or suspend your access if you:
Violate these terms of service
Use our service for unlawful purposes
Engage in abusive or harmful behavior
Attempt to disrupt our service
Changes to Terms
We may update these terms from time to time
Material changes will be posted on this page
Newsletter subscribers will be notified of significant changes
Continued use of our service constitutes acceptance of updated terms
Governing Law
These terms are governed by the laws of the State of Maryland, United States, without regard to conflict of law principles. Any disputes shall be resolved in the courts of Maryland.
Severability
If any provision of these terms is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.
Contact Information
If you have questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us:
Email: [your-email@website.com]
Address: [Your Address, Maryland]
Website: [Your Website URL]
Acknowledgment
By using [Your Website Name], you acknowledge that:
You have read and understood these Terms of Service
You agree to be bound by these terms
You understand this is an educational resource, not official voting guidance
You will verify all information with official government sources