Last updated: April 2025

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using Semicolon Pulse (“Service”), you agree to these Terms & Conditions (“Terms”). If you do not agree, please do not use the Service.

2. Description of Service

Semicolon Pulse provides automated SMS check-ins and mental-health support alerts based on user-defined schedules and trusted-contact networks.

3. Eligibility

You must be 18 or older and have the legal capacity to enter contracts. You represent that all information you provide is accurate and up to date.

4. Account Registration

• You agree to maintain the security of your credentials and are responsible for all activities under your account.

• Promptly notify us of any unauthorized use or breach of security.

5. User Obligations

• Consent: You consent to receive SMS messages from us and to share your data with your Trusted Contacts.

• Accuracy: You’ll provide correct phone numbers and time-zones to ensure messages are delivered appropriately.

• Appropriate Use: You will not use the Service for unlawful purposes or spam.

6. Trusted Contacts

You designate one or more individuals as Trusted Contacts. You authorize us to send your check-in messages and replies to those contacts in accordance with your settings.

7. Fees & Payment

Currently, Semicolon Pulse offers a free tier (up to X check-ins per month). Paid plans, pricing, and payment terms will be posted on our website. All fees are non-refundable.

8. Intellectual Property

All content, trademarks, logos, and software belonging to Semicolon Pulse are our property. You may not reproduce or distribute our content without written permission.

9. Disclaimers & Limitations of Liability

• No Therapy: Our Service is not a substitute for professional medical or mental-health care.

• No Warranty: Provided “as-is.” We disclaim all warranties to the fullest extent permitted by law.

• Limitation of Liability: To the extent permitted, our maximum aggregate liability to you is limited to the fees you’ve paid in the last 12 months (or $100 if you’re on a free plan).

10. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify Semicolon Pulse and its affiliates against any claims, damages, or losses arising from your misuse of the Service.

11. Termination

We may suspend or terminate your account for violation of these Terms or for inactivity. Upon termination, you lose access to your account and data; you may request export of your data before deletion.

12. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Oregon, USA, without regard to conflict-of-law provisions. Any dispute shall be resolved in the state or federal courts in Multnomah County, OR.

13. Changes to Terms

We may modify these Terms; if changes are material, we’ll notify you via email or in-app and post the updated date here. Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance.

14. Contact

support@semicolonpulse.com