TERMS OF USE FOR BALLOTPROJECT.ORG

Welcome to BallotProject.org ("Website"). This Website is designed to provide users with information related to American elections. Please read these Terms of Use ("Terms") carefully before using our Website.

1. Agreement to Terms:

By accessing or using this Website, you agree to abide by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use this Website.

2. Nature of Information and Website Purpose:

• This Website is an independent platform designed to provide users with insights into American elections, including district and precinct data, election details, and candidate information.
• Our Website is not an official source of election or candidate information. The information provided here is collected from various public sources and may not be complete or up to date.
• Users are encouraged to verify any information from this Website with official election authorities or other reliable sources.

3. Accuracy & Reporting:

• We strive to ensure that the information on this Website is accurate and current. However, we cannot guarantee the accuracy, reliability, or timeliness of the information.
• If you discover any errors or omissions on our Website, you agree to promptly notify us at info@ballotproject.org. Your feedback is essential for the continual improvement and accuracy of our platform.

4. AI-Generated Content:

• Certain content on this Website, specifically candidate summaries, is generated using artificial intelligence (AI). While we have made efforts to ensure that AI-generated content is factual and unbiased, we cannot guarantee its complete accuracy.
• We are not responsible for any misrepresentations, inaccuracies, or potentially libelous statements generated by the AI.

5. Data Security:

• We make reasonable efforts to protect the data you share with us, including your marked sample ballots and emoticon ratings. However, no system is entirely secure, and we cannot guarantee the absolute security of your data.
• By using this Website, you understand the potential risks and agree not to hold us liable for any data breaches or unauthorized access to your data.

6. Sharing of Sample Ballots:

• This Website allows you to share your marked sample ballots with others. By choosing to share your ballot, you understand that your choices and username may be visible to the recipient and potentially other users.
• You are responsible for any repercussions arising from sharing your sample ballot.

7. User Responsibility:

• Users are responsible for verifying any information they use from this Website with official sources.
• Users agree to use this Website responsibly, respectfully, and in compliance with all applicable laws.

8. Limitation of Liability:

• To the fullest extent permitted by law, BallotProject.org, its affiliates, partners, and employees are not liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, punitive, consequential, or exemplary damages arising from your use of or inability to use this Website.
• This includes, but is not limited to, damages for loss of profits, goodwill, data, or other intangible losses.

9. Changes to These Terms:

• We reserve the right to modify or update these Terms at any time. Any changes will be effective immediately upon posting to this Website. Your continued use of the Website after any such changes will constitute your acceptance of the updated Terms.

10. Contact:

For any queries or concerns related to these Terms or the Website, please contact us at info@ballotproject.org.

By continuing to use BallotProject.org, you signify your acceptance of these Terms of Use.