Terms and Conditions for Use of You Are Not Alone Now
Last Updated: January 16th, 2025.
Welcome to You Are Not Alone Now. We are here to offer you support, compassion, and the chance to connect with others who understand your journey. By accessing and using this website, you agree to comply with and be bound by the following Terms and Conditions. These terms are designed to help create a space where everyone can feel supported, safe, and heard, and where we work together to uplift each other.
1. Acceptance of Terms By using our website, including all features and services offered through You Are Not Alone Now (hereinafter “the Site”), you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions. If you do not agree to these terms, you may not access or use the Site.
2. Our Mission You Are Not Alone Now exists to create a sanctuary of love, support, and compassionate connection for those who need it most. We believe that healing is a journey best taken together, and our goal is to provide a space where people can express themselves openly and receive unconditional support.
3. User Responsibility You are responsible for all the content you share on the Site, including but not limited to personal stories, messages, and contributions. By submitting content, you affirm that:
The content you share is truthful, respectful, and supportive.
You will not post anything that could harm, offend, or disrespect others, including hate speech, explicit language, or abusive behavior.
You are not submitting content that violates the intellectual property rights of others or is illegal.
We encourage you to contribute in a way that builds others up, and fosters a positive, nurturing space. This is a sanctuary of compassion and unconditional love — not a place for divisive, harmful, or negative content.
4. Prohibited Behavior To maintain the safety and integrity of our community, the following behaviors are strictly prohibited:
Harassment, hate speech, bullying, or discrimination of any kind.
Posting or sharing abusive, harmful, or illegal content.
Engaging in activities that may disrupt the Site, including spamming, hacking, or attempting unauthorized access.
Exploiting any vulnerability or weakness in the Site’s security.
Failure to comply with these guidelines may result in removal from the community and potential suspension or termination of your account.
5. Content Ownership and Licensing You retain ownership of the content you share with us. However, by submitting your story, post, or any content to the Site, you grant You Are Not Alone Now a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide license to use, publish, modify, or display your content on the Site, in emails, newsletters, and on social media platforms as part of our mission to promote healing and connection.
If you wish to remain anonymous, you may choose not to provide personal identifying details, and we will respect that request. We will never alter the sentiment or meaning of your story or content without your consent.
6. Privacy and Confidentiality We are committed to protecting your privacy. Any personal information you provide, including email addresses, will be handled in accordance with our Privacy Policy, which is available on the Site. We will not share your personal details with any third parties without your explicit consent, unless required by law.
7. Community Guidelines As part of our commitment to creating a supportive environment, we ask that you abide by the following community guidelines:
Be Respectful: Treat all members with kindness and empathy, as we are all on different journeys.
Stay Compassionate: Support others in their struggles and celebrate their victories.
Be Open: Share your truth and experiences openly, but always with respect for others’ stories.
Maintain Privacy: Do not share others’ personal information or experiences without their permission.
8. Account Responsibility If you create an account on the Site, you are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your login credentials and any activities that occur under your account. You agree to notify us immediately if you believe your account has been compromised or unauthorized activity has taken place.
9. Payments and Donations You Are Not Alone Now offers a “donate what you can” model to allow everyone access to support, starting at just $1. Contributions help us continue to provide this service and expand our reach. Payments are processed securely, and no personal financial information will be shared without your consent.
By making a donation or contribution, you agree to the terms set forth on the Donate page and acknowledge that all payments are final and non-refundable, except where required by law.
10. Changes to Terms and Conditions We reserve the right to modify, update, or change these Terms and Conditions at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page, and the “Last Updated” date will be revised accordingly. Continued use of the Site following any such changes constitutes your acceptance of the new Terms.
11. Limitation of Liability While we make every effort to maintain the accuracy and quality of the content on the Site, we are not liable for any damages or issues that may arise from the use of the Site, including personal injury, financial loss, or emotional distress. You use the Site at your own risk, and you agree to hold You Are Not Alone Now harmless from any claims.
12. Termination We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access to the Site at any time, for any reason, including if you violate these Terms and Conditions or engage in behavior that disrupts the community.
13. Contact Information If you have any questions or concerns about these Terms and Conditions or the use of your content, please contact us at:
[email protected]
14. Legal Compliance These Terms and Conditions are governed by the laws of [insert jurisdiction, e.g., your country or state]. By using the Site, you agree to comply with all applicable laws and regulations.
I agree to share my story with You Are Not Alone Now. I understand that by submitting my story, I grant permission for it to be published on the website, and potentially shared in newsletters and social media posts. I acknowledge that I retain ownership of my content but agree to the terms as described in the privacy policy.
I consent to these terms.