Terms of Use

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing, browsing, or using PetAdoption.ai (the "Platform"), you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Use and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use our Platform.

We reserve the right to modify these terms at any time. Continued use of the Platform following any changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised terms. We encourage you to review this page periodically.

2. Description of Services

PetAdoption.ai is a pet adoption platform that connects potential adopters with pets available for adoption from shelters, rescues, and other animal welfare organizations. Our services include:

• Searchable database of adoptable pets from partner organizations
• AI-powered matching to help find compatible pets based on your lifestyle and preferences
• Educational resources about pet adoption and care
• Tools to connect with shelters and rescue organizations
• User accounts to save favorites and track adoption inquiries

3. User Accounts

To access certain features of our Platform, you may need to create an account. When creating an account, you agree to:

• Provide accurate, current, and complete information
• Maintain and promptly update your account information
• Keep your password secure and confidential
• Accept responsibility for all activities under your account
• Notify us immediately of any unauthorized use

You must be at least 18 years old to create an account. We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate these terms.

4. Acceptable Use

You agree to use PetAdoption.ai only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. You agree NOT to:

• Use the Platform for any commercial purpose without our written consent
• Post false, misleading, or fraudulent content
• Harass, abuse, or harm other users or partner organizations
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems or user accounts
• Use automated systems to scrape or collect data from the Platform
• Interfere with the proper functioning of the Platform
• Violate any applicable laws or regulations
• Submit adoption inquiries without genuine intent to adopt

5. Pet Listings and Adoption Process

Pet listings on PetAdoption.ai are provided by partner shelters, rescues, and organizations. While we strive to ensure accuracy, we cannot guarantee that all information is current or complete.

You understand and agree that:

• Pet availability may change without notice
• Listed information is provided by partner organizations and may vary
• Adoption approval is at the sole discretion of the listing organization
• Adoption fees, contracts, and policies vary by organization
• We are not a party to any adoption agreement

6. AI-Powered Matching

Our AI matching feature provides personalized pet recommendations based on information you provide about your lifestyle, preferences, and living situation. You acknowledge that:

• AI recommendations are suggestions only, not guarantees of compatibility
• You should conduct your own research and meet pets before adopting
• The accuracy of recommendations depends on the information you provide
• AI technology has limitations and may not account for all factors

7. Intellectual Property

All content on PetAdoption.ai, including text, graphics, logos, images, software, and the overall design of the Platform, is owned by PetAdoption.ai or its licensors and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or create derivative works from any content without our prior written permission. Limited personal, non-commercial use is permitted in accordance with these Terms.

8. Third-Party Content and Links

Our Platform may contain links to third-party websites and content from partner organizations. We are not responsible for the content, accuracy, or practices of third-party sites. Your use of third-party services is at your own risk and subject to their terms and policies.

9. Disclaimers

THE PLATFORM IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. WE DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES, INCLUDING MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT.

We do not warrant that the Platform will be uninterrupted, secure, or error-free. We are not responsible for any decisions made based on information provided through our Platform or AI recommendations.

10. Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, PETADOPTION.AI SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES ARISING FROM YOUR USE OF THE PLATFORM, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

• Any issues arising from interactions with partner organizations
• Decisions made based on AI recommendations
• The behavior, health, or suitability of any adopted pet
• Loss of data or unauthorized access to your account
• Any third-party conduct or content

11. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless PetAdoption.ai, its officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, losses, or expenses arising from your use of the Platform, violation of these Terms, or infringement of any third-party rights.

12. Termination

We may suspend or terminate your access to the Platform at any time, with or without cause, and with or without notice. Upon termination, your right to use the Platform ceases immediately. Provisions that by their nature should survive termination shall survive.

13. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the United States, without regard to conflict of law principles. Any disputes shall be resolved in the courts of appropriate jurisdiction.

14. Contact Information

If you have questions about these Terms of Use, please contact us:

• Email: legal@petadoption.ai
• Website: www.petadoption.ai/contact