Guarded Hearts™ — Terms of Use 🛡️
Last updated: 07/28/2025
By accessing, submitting content to, or donating through Guarded Hearts™, you agree to the following Terms of Use. This site is owned and operated by Sarah May, Guarded Hearts, hereafter referred to as “we,” “us,” or “our.”
1. Purpose and Scope
Guarded Hearts™ is a digital platform for emotional expression and healing. We accept anonymous submissions of unsent messages and display selected entries on our site as part of a curated live feed. We are supported entirely by user contributions and donations.
2. Anonymous Submissions & Use of Content
By submitting content through our site or associated forms, you acknowledge and agree that:
Your submission is anonymous and voluntary
You grant Guarded Hearts™ an unlimited, irrevocable, worldwide, royalty-free license to publish, display, archive, edit (for formatting only), or distribute your submission in perpetuity across digital and physical platforms
Submissions may be featured on our live feed, in NFT or blockchain formats, or repurposed in future media, exhibitions, or compilations
We reserve the right to curate, omit, or highlight submissions at our sole discretion
You understand and accept that, due to the anonymous nature of submissions, we are not able to remove or verify the source of content once published.
3. Donations and Payments
All payments made to Guarded Hearts™, including donations, support offerings, or contributions, are final and non-refundable. By proceeding with payment, you agree that:
You are making a voluntary donation to support our project and services
You waive any right to dispute or reverse the charge unless in the case of confirmed fraud
4. Intellectual Property
All elements of this site — including but not limited to the name Guarded Hearts™, logo, design elements, layout, visual assets, submission archives, and associated brand copy — are the exclusive property of Sarah May & Guarded Hearts™ and are protected under U.S. and international copyright and trademark laws.
Unauthorized reproduction, redistribution, imitation, or use of any intellectual property is strictly prohibited and may result in legal action.
5. Global Access & Jurisdiction
This site is accessible worldwide. By using the site, you agree that these Terms of Use are governed by the laws of the State of CA and applicable international intellectual property law. Any disputes shall be resolved in [Your City/State] courts, unless otherwise required by international treaties.
6. Limitation of Liability
Guarded Hearts™ is a sacred digital space intended for emotional reflection, not therapy, diagnosis, or treatment. We make no guarantees around outcomes. You agree to hold us harmless for any interpretation or emotional response resulting from participation on this platform.
7. Updates
We reserve the right to update these Terms at any time. Your continued use of the platform constitutes acceptance of any revised terms.
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