Terms of Service

Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using helpmetoday.net (the "Service"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, do not use the Service.

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the modified Terms.

Description of Service

helpmetoday.net is a community service directory that connects people with food banks, shelters, healthcare, and other social services in Baltimore, MD and Rochester, NY. The Service provides:

• Searchable directory of community services
• Map-based service discovery
• User reviews and ratings
• Service provider information and contact details
• Operating hours and accessibility information

User Responsibilities

Acceptable Use

You agree to:

• Provide accurate information when submitting reviews or registering as a provider
• Use the Service for lawful purposes only
• Respect the intellectual property rights of others
• Not attempt to disrupt or interfere with the Service
• Not use automated systems to scrape or collect data without permission

Prohibited Conduct

You must not:

• Submit false, misleading, or defamatory reviews
• Impersonate another person or organization
• Post spam, advertisements, or promotional content
• Harass, threaten, or discriminate against others
• Upload malicious code or attempt to compromise security
• Violate any applicable laws or regulations

User-Generated Content

Reviews and Feedback

When you submit reviews, comments, or other content:

• You retain ownership of your content
• You grant us a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free license to use, display, and distribute your content
• You represent that you have the right to post the content
• You acknowledge that content may be edited or removed for moderation purposes

Content Moderation

We reserve the right to remove content that violates these Terms, is inappropriate, or for any other reason at our sole discretion. We may suspend or terminate accounts that repeatedly violate our policies.

Service Provider Listings

For organizations listed on helpmetoday.net:

• You are responsible for keeping your information accurate and up-to-date
• You must have authority to represent your organization
• You must comply with all applicable laws and regulations
• We reserve the right to verify your organization's legitimacy
• We may remove listings that are inaccurate or no longer operational

Disclaimers

Information Accuracy

We strive to provide accurate, up-to-date information, but we cannot guarantee:

• The accuracy, completeness, or reliability of service listings
• That services are currently available or operational
• The quality or safety of listed services
• That user reviews reflect actual experiences

Always verify information directly with service providers before visiting.

No Endorsement

Listing a service on helpmetoday.net does not constitute an endorsement, recommendation, or guarantee of quality. We are not responsible for the services provided by listed organizations.

"As Is" Service

THE SERVICE 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.

Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW:

• We are not liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages
• We are not liable for any loss of profits, data, or goodwill
• Our total liability shall not exceed $100 or the amount you paid to use the Service (if any)
• We are not responsible for the actions, services, or content of third-party service providers

Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless helpmetoday.net, its operators, and affiliates from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, and expenses (including legal fees) arising from your use of the Service or violation of these Terms.

Intellectual Property

The Service, including its design, content, and functionality, is owned by helpmetoday.net and protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. You may not:

• Copy, modify, or distribute our content without permission
• Use our trademarks or branding without authorization
• Reverse engineer or attempt to extract source code
• Create derivative works based on the Service

Termination

We may suspend or terminate your access to the Service at any time, with or without notice, for any reason, including violation of these Terms. Upon termination, your right to use the Service ceases immediately.

Dispute Resolution

Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of the Service shall be resolved through:

• Good faith negotiation between the parties
• If negotiation fails, binding arbitration under the rules of the American Arbitration Association
• Arbitration shall take place in Baltimore, Maryland
• These Terms are governed by the laws of Maryland, USA

Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.

Contact Information

For questions about these Terms of Service: