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Terms of Service
Last updated: May 31, 2026
1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing or using the website at simpleheart.org (the “Site”), subscribing to our newsletter, or opting in to receive SMS communications, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service (“Terms”). If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use our Site or services. These Terms are issued by The Simple Heart Initiative, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization (“Simple Heart,” “we,” “us,” or “our”).
2. Use of the Site
You agree to use the Site only for lawful purposes. You will not:
- Use the Site in any way that violates applicable laws or regulations
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any portion of the Site or its systems
- Transmit any unsolicited or unauthorized advertising or promotional material
- Impersonate any person or entity or misrepresent your affiliation with any person or entity
- Interfere with or disrupt the integrity or performance of the Site
3. SMS Communications
By providing your phone number and opting in to receive SMS messages from Simple Heart, you consent to receive recurring text messages related to our campaigns, events, and organizing activities. Message frequency varies. Message and data rates may apply. Mobile information will not be shared with third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes. You may opt out at any time by replying STOP. Reply HELP for help. For full details, see our Privacy Policy.
4. Intellectual Property
The content on this Site (including text, graphics, logos, and images) is owned by or licensed to The Simple Heart Initiative and is protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws. You may share and republish our content for noncommercial advocacy or educational purposes with attribution. Commercial use requires our written permission.
5. Third-Party Links
Our Site links to third-party websites, including savethedogs.io and blog.simpleheart.org. These sites are governed by their own terms and privacy policies. We are not responsible for the content or practices of any third-party sites.
6. Disclaimer of Warranties
The Site and all content are provided “as is” without warranty of any kind, express or implied. Simple Heart makes no representations or warranties regarding the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any content on the Site.
7. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, The Simple Heart Initiative shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising out of or in connection with your use of the Site or our communications.
8. Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of California, without regard to conflict of law principles. Any disputes arising under these Terms shall be resolved in the courts of California.
9. Changes to These Terms
We may modify these Terms at any time by posting updated Terms on this page. Your continued use of the Site after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated Terms.
10. Contact
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