Terms of Service (ToS) for FutureLetter.org

Last Updated: 01 November 2021.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using the FutureLetter.org service ("Service"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you do not agree to all terms, you may not use the Service.

2. Service Description

  • Functionality: Users can compose letters to their future selves or others, schedule delivery dates, and store encrypted content until delivery.

  • Delivery: Automated email dispatch on the specified date. Technical delays (e.g., email provider issues) may occur.

  • Modifications: We reserve the right to modify or discontinue the Service without notice.

3. Eligibility

  • Age Requirement: Users must be at least 13 years old. Users under 18 require parental consent.

  • Prohibited Jurisdictions: Access may be restricted in regions violating international laws.

4. User Responsibilities

  • Content Ownership: You retain rights to your letters but grant us a non-exclusive license to store and transmit them.

  • Prohibited Content:

    • Illegal, defamatory, or discriminatory material.

    • Spam, malware, or phishing attempts.

    • Infringement of third-party rights (e.g., copyrights, privacy).

  • Account Security: You are responsible for maintaining login credentials.

5. Intellectual Property

  • Trademarks: "FutureLetter.org" and logos are owned by us. Unauthorized use is prohibited.

  • User Content: We do not claim ownership of your letters but may anonymize aggregated data for analytics.

6. Privacy

Your use of the Service is governed by our Privacy Policy (linked below).

7. Disclaimers

  • Service "As Is": No warranties for uninterrupted, error-free, or timely delivery.

  • Content Liability: We are not responsible for emotional, financial, or legal consequences of letter content.

  • Third-Party Risks: Email delivery depends on external providers (e.g., Gmail, Outlook).

8. Limitation of Liability

We shall not be liable for:

  • Indirect, incidental, or punitive damages (e.g., data loss, emotional distress).

  • Failures due to force majeure (e.g., natural disasters, cyberattacks).

9. Termination

  • By Us: We may suspend accounts for violations or suspicious activity.

  • By You: Delete your account or letters anytime via the dashboard.

10. Governing Law

Disputes are governed by the laws of [Your Jurisdiction, e.g., California, USA].

11. Changes to Terms

We will notify users of material changes via email or in-service alerts. Continued use implies acceptance.

Contact: For questions, email [legal@futureletter.org].

Privacy Policy for FutureLetter.org

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1. Information We Collect

  • Personal Data: Email address, nickname, scheduled delivery dates.

  • Letter Content: Encrypted text stored until delivery.

  • Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device information (for security and analytics).

2. How We Use Your Data

  • Service Delivery: To send letters and notify you of delivery status.

  • Security: Detect fraud, abuse, or technical issues.

  • Improvements: Analyze anonymized usage patterns to enhance features.

3. Data Sharing

  • Third-Party Providers:

    • Email Services: For letter delivery (e.g., SendGrid, AWS SES).

    • Hosting: Cloud storage via encrypted databases (e.g., AWS, Google Cloud).

  • Legal Compliance: Disclose data if required by law or to protect rights.

4. Data Retention

  • Active Letters: Stored until delivery + 30 days (for retrieval).

  • Deleted Accounts: Data purged within 60 days.

5. Security Measures

  • Encryption: AES-256 for stored letters; TLS/SSL for data transmission.

  • Access Control: Restricted to authorized personnel with auditing.

6. Your Rights

  • Access/Portability: Request a copy of your data via [support@futureletter.org].

  • Deletion: Remove letters or accounts permanently.

  • Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from non-essential emails (e.g., promotions).

7. Cookies

  • Essential Cookies: Session management and login.

  • Analytics: Optional Google Analytics (anonymized IPs).

8. Children’s Privacy

We do not knowingly collect data from users under 13. Contact us to remove such accounts.

9. International Transfers

Data may be processed in the U.S. or other regions with GDPR-compliant safeguards.

Contact: For privacy requests, email [privacy@futureletter.org].