Terms of Service for Voters Speak
Last Updated: October 19, 2025
1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing and using Voters Speak ("the Platform"), you accept and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use our platform.
2. Description of Service
Voters Speak is a free, informational platform that provides:
- Contact information for elected officials across all branches of U.S. government
- Links to official government websites and social media accounts
- A centralized directory to help citizens connect with their representatives
- Educational resources about government structure and civic engagement
3. Use of Platform
You agree to use Voters Speak only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. You agree NOT to:
- Use the platform for any illegal or unauthorized purpose
- Harass, abuse, or harm elected officials or their staff
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any portion of the platform
- Use automated systems (bots, scrapers) without permission
- Interfere with or disrupt the platform's functionality
- Misrepresent your identity or affiliation
- Use the information for commercial spam or unsolicited communications
4. Public Information Disclaimer
Important: All contact information provided on Voters Speak is publicly available information obtained from official government sources. We do not create, verify, or endorse this information beyond aggregating it for public convenience.
5. Accuracy of Information
While we strive to maintain accurate and up-to-date information:
- We cannot guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of all information
- Elected officials may change, and contact information may be updated
- Users should verify critical information through official government sources
- We are not responsible for errors or omissions in the data
6. No Endorsement
Voters Speak does not endorse, support, or oppose any political party, candidate, or elected official. Our platform is non-partisan and designed solely to facilitate civic engagement and communication between citizens and their representatives.
7. Third-Party Links
Our platform contains links to official government websites, social media platforms, and other third-party sites. We are not responsible for:
- The content, accuracy, or practices of these external sites
- Privacy policies of third-party platforms
- Any damages or losses resulting from your use of external links
8. Intellectual Property
The design, layout, and compilation of information on Voters Speak are protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws. You may not:
- Reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works without permission
- Use our branding, logos, or design elements without authorization
- Claim ownership of our platform or its content
However, the underlying public information (contact details of officials) remains in the public domain.
9. User Conduct and Civic Responsibility
We encourage respectful and constructive civic engagement. When contacting elected officials:
- Be respectful and professional in your communications
- Clearly state your concerns or opinions
- Avoid threats, harassment, or abusive language
- Remember that staff members are public servants deserving of courtesy
10. Disclaimer of Warranties
Voters Speak is provided "AS IS" and "AS AVAILABLE" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to:
- Warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose
- Warranties regarding accuracy, reliability, or availability
- Warranties that the service will be uninterrupted or error-free
11. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Voters Speak and its creators shall not be liable for:
- Any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages
- Loss of data, profits, or business opportunities
- Damages resulting from your use or inability to use the platform
- Actions taken based on information provided on the platform
- Any interactions or communications with elected officials
12. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Voters Speak, its creators, and affiliates from any claims, damages, losses, or expenses arising from:
- Your use of the platform
- Your violation of these Terms of Service
- Your violation of any rights of another party
- Your communications with elected officials
13. Changes to Service
We reserve the right to:
- Modify, suspend, or discontinue any aspect of the platform at any time
- Update or change these Terms of Service with notice
- Add or remove features without prior notification
- Limit access to certain features or the entire platform
14. Termination
We may terminate or suspend your access to the platform immediately, without prior notice, for any reason, including but not limited to breach of these Terms.
15. 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 provisions.
16. Dispute Resolution
Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of the platform shall be resolved through:
- Good faith negotiation between the parties
- Mediation, if negotiation fails
- Binding arbitration as a final resort
17. Severability
If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision shall be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary, and the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.
18. Entire Agreement
These Terms of Service, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Voters Speak regarding the use of the platform.
19. Contact Information
For questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us at:
Email: legal@votersspeak.org
Website: www.votersspeak.org
20. Acknowledgment
By using Voters Speak, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service.