Legal Considerations at After Circle
Navigating the legalities of digital legacy and post-mortem planning is a crucial part of our commitment to you. At After Circle, we uphold the highest standards of legal compliance to protect your interests and those of your loved ones. Our legal documentation is transparent and crafted to ensure clarity and peace of mind.
User Agreement
Last Updated: 07/01/2024
Acceptance of User Agreement
Accessing or utilizing the After Circle platform signifies your acknowledgment and acceptance of this Agreement. If you're engaging with After Circle on behalf of an organization or entity, you represent that you have the authority to bind said organization to these terms.
Eligibility
To use After Circle, you must be at least 18 years of age or the age of majority in your jurisdiction. By using our platform, you affirm that you meet these age requirements and are fully able and competent to enter into the terms, conditions, obligations, affirmations, representations, and warranties set forth in this Agreement.
User Accounts
Creating an account on After Circle allows you to access certain features not available to unregistered users. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account information, including your password, and for all activities that occur under your account. Notify After Circle immediately of any unauthorized use of your account.
User Conduct
You agree to use After Circle in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. Prohibited actions include any usage that harms, disables, overburdens, or impairs the platform, as well as any activities that interfere with other users' enjoyment of After Circle.
Content Ownership and Rights
Users retain ownership of the content they submit to the platform. By posting content on After Circle, you grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide license to use, display, reproduce, modify, and distribute your content in connection with the platform. You also warrant that you have the right to grant this license and that your content does not infringe on any third party's rights.
Privacy
Your privacy is of utmost importance to us. Your use of the After Circle is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which outlines how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.
Termination
After Circle reserves the right to terminate or suspend your account and access to the platform at any time, without notice, for any reason, including breach of this Agreement.
Authorization for Contact Clause
By accepting this agreement and using the services provided by After Circle, you (the "Member") grant After Circle an irrevocable, perpetual, and unrestricted right to contact any and all individuals whose contact information you have uploaded or entered into our system ("Contacts"). This authority includes the delivery of emails, messages, pictures, videos, and other forms of communication, both during your lifetime and posthumously, for up to fifty (50) years following your passing, in accordance with your pre-arranged instructions. This also includes the right to share contact information with partners or affiliates of After Circle for marketing and promotional purposes.
Purpose of Contact
The purposes for which After Circle may contact the Contacts include but are not limited to:
- Delivering messages prepared by you to be sent after your passing.
- Sending invitations and notifications concerning events related to your memorial or celebration of life.
- Any other communications pertinent to the execution of your final wishes as detailed in your account settings and preferences.
- Marketing, promotions, or conducting surveys on behalf of After Circle, its partners, or affiliates.
Consent and Responsibility
You affirm that you have obtained prior, express consent from all individuals whose contact information you provide to After Circle, permitting such contact as described above. You acknowledge and agree that it is your responsibility to ensure the accuracy of the contact information and the clarity of the consent obtained from these individuals. You agree to indemnify and hold harmless After Circle from any claims, damages, or liabilities arising from After Circle's contact of the Contacts as per your authorization.
Compliance with Laws
After Circle will comply with all applicable laws and regulations in the execution of the authorized contacts, including but not limited to those pertaining to privacy, telecommunications, and data protection. After Circle commits to maintaining the confidentiality and security of all contact information provided and will use such information solely as authorized under this agreement.
Member’s Capacity to Contract
You represent and warrant that you are of legal age and capacity to enter into this agreement and to create binding instructions for actions to be taken by After Circle, including those that may be carried out after your death.
Changes to the Agreement
We may modify this Agreement at any time. Please review this Agreement periodically. Your continued use of the Platform following the posting of changes constitutes acceptance of those changes.
- Disclaimers
- The Platform is provided "as is" and without warranties of any kind, either expressed or implied.
- After Circle does not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any content on the Platform. For additional information, please refer to our Legal Disclaimer.
Limitation of Liability
After Circle, its affiliates, and their respective officers, directors, employees, agents, suppliers, or licensors shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages resulting from your access to or use of, or inability to access or use, the platform.
Governing Law
This Agreement is governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Florida, without regard to its conflict of law principles.
Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Agreement, please contact us at policy@aftercircle.com.
By using After Circle, you agree to the terms of this Agreement.
Legal/Disclaimer
Last Updated: 07/01/2024
By using the After Circle website and services, you agree to the following legal terms and disclaimers:
Accuracy of Information:
After Circle makes every effort to ensure the accuracy and reliability of the information on our platform. However, the information is provided "as is" without warranty of any kind. We do not guarantee the completeness, accuracy, or reliability of any content provided, and reliance on such information is strictly at your own risk.
No Provision of Legal Advice:
The content provided through After Circle, including but not limited to guidelines, articles, and advice, is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. We recommend consulting with qualified legal professionals for specific advice pertaining to your individual needs and circumstances.
User Responsibilities:
Users are solely responsible for the content they create, share, and store on the After Circle platform. After Circle is not liable for any loss, damage, or unauthorized access to user-generated content. Users are encouraged to maintain copies of important documents and to use strong security measures to protect their accounts.
Third-Party Links and Services:
After Circle may contain links to third-party websites or services that are not owned or controlled by After Circle. These links are provided for convenience only. We have no control over, and assume no responsibility for, the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party websites or services. You acknowledge and agree that After Circle shall not be responsible or liable, directly or indirectly, for any damage or loss caused or alleged to be caused by or in connection with the use of or reliance on any such content, goods, or services available on or through any such websites or services.
Service Availability:
After Circle aims to provide continuous access to our services but does not guarantee uninterrupted service. Access to the website may be suspended temporarily without notice in the case of system failure, maintenance, repair, or for reasons beyond our control.
Intellectual Property Rights:
All intellectual property rights in the content, materials, and services provided by After Circle are owned by or licensed to us. Unauthorized use of the content is prohibited.
Indemnification:
Users agree to indemnify and hold harmless After Circle, its officers, directors, employees, and agents from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses, including without limitation reasonable attorney’s fees and costs, arising out of or in any way connected with your access to or use of the After Circle website and services, or your violation of this Legal Disclaimer.
Authorization for Contact Clause:
By using After Circle, you grant us the right to contact any individuals whose contact information you provide for purposes including, but not limited to, delivering posthumous messages and sending notifications. This authority lasts up to 50 years posthumously and includes sharing contact information with partnered funeral homes for marketing purposes. You affirm that you have obtained consent from these contacts and will hold After Circle harmless from any claims arising from such contact.
Terms of Service
Last Updated: 07/01/2024
Welcome to After Circle ("the Website"). By using our services, you agree to comply with and be bound by the following Terms of Use. Please read these terms carefully. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use our services.
Ownership
All materials on the After Circle platform are exclusively owned by After Circle or its content suppliers. This includes but is not limited to texts, graphics, logos, icons, and images, all of which are protected under intellectual property laws. Unauthorized use is prohibited without express written consent from After Circle.
Acceptance of Terms
By accessing, browsing, or using the After Circle platform, users acknowledge that they have read, understood, and agreed to be legally bound by these Terms of Use. This agreement applies to all users of the platform, whether accessing it individually or on behalf of an organization. If accessing on behalf of an organization, the individual affirms they have the authority to agree to these terms on the organization's behalf.
Service Description
After Circle offers a unique service allowing users to prepare messages and instructions to be delivered posthumously, facilitating a continued connection with loved ones. Services include the creation, management, and delivery of messages, instructions for funeral arrangements, and posthumous advice on handling financial matters.
3.1. Subscription
Users can subscribe to After Circle's services through various plans, each offering different levels of access to features. Subscriptions are governed by these Terms and are contingent upon successful payment and adherence to these provisions.
Account Information
Security of user accounts and confidentiality of login credentials rests with the user. You agree to immediately inform After Circle of any unauthorized use of your account or any other breach of security. After Circle will not be liable for any loss or damage arising from your failure to comply with this security obligation.
4.1. Registering for an account
When registering an account with After Circle, you agree to provide truthful, accurate, current, and complete information as prompted by the registration form. Failure to maintain accurate information may result in the termination of your account.
4.2. Your responsibility for your account
You are solely responsible for all activities occurring under your account and for maintaining the confidentiality of your account information. After Circle is not responsible for any loss or damage arising from your failure to comply with this provision.
4.3. Sending Emails on Behalf of User
After Circle maintains the right to send emails on behalf of our users for the full duration of the service, ensuring the timely and accurate delivery of your posthumous communications.
4.4. Authorization for Contact Clause
By accepting this agreement and using the services provided by After Circle, you (the "Member") grant After Circle an irrevocable, perpetual, and unrestricted right to contact any and all individuals whose contact information you have uploaded or entered into our system ("Contacts"). This authority includes the delivery of emails, messages, pictures, videos, and other forms of communication, both during your lifetime and posthumously, for up to fifty (50) years following your passing, in accordance with your pre-arranged instructions. This also includes the right to share contact information with partners or affiliates of After Circle for marketing and promotional purposes.
4.4.1. Purpose of Contact
The purposes for which After Circle may contact the Contacts include but are not limited to:
- Delivering messages prepared by you to be sent after your passing.
- Sending invitations and notifications concerning events related to your memorial or celebration of life.
- Any other communications pertinent to the execution of your final wishes as detailed in your account settings and preferences.
- Marketing, promotions, or conducting surveys on behalf of After Circle, its partners, or affiliates.
4.4.2. Consent and Responsibility
You affirm that you have obtained prior, express consent from all individuals whose contact information you provide to After Circle, permitting such contact as described above. You acknowledge and agree that it is your responsibility to ensure the accuracy of the contact information and the clarity of the consent obtained from these individuals. You agree to indemnify and hold harmless After Circle from any claims, damages, or liabilities arising from After Circle's contact of the Contacts as per your authorization.
4.4.3. Compliance with Laws
After Circle will comply with all applicable laws and regulations in the execution of the authorized contacts, including but not limited to those pertaining to privacy, telecommunications, and data protection. After Circle commits to maintaining the confidentiality and security of all contact information provided and will use such information solely as authorized under this agreement.
4.4.4. Member’s Capacity to Contract
You represent and warrant that you are of legal age and capacity to enter into this agreement and to create binding instructions for actions to be taken by After Circle, including those that may be carried out after your death.
Price and Taxes
Prices for After Circle's services are subject to change without notice. All prices listed exclude applicable taxes, which will be added to your total charge based on your billing address. Users are responsible for all applicable taxes.
Method of Payment
After Circle accepts payments through most major credit cards and PayPal, facilitated by our payment processor, Stripe. All services are activated upon successful processing of payment.
6.1. Refunds
Given the nature of digital services, all payments to After Circle are final and non-refundable. Users are encouraged to review their subscription choices carefully before making a payment.
6.2. Monthly Payments in Case of Passing
Should a user pass away, any ongoing monthly payments will continue as per the original payment plan until all scheduled payments have been completed.
Security
After Circle employs industry-standard measures to protect the personal information of our users. Despite our efforts, no method of transmission over the Internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute data security.
Changes to This Terms of Service
After Circle reserves the right, at its sole discretion, to revise these Terms at any time. By continuing to access or use our services after those revisions become effective, you agree to be bound by the revised Terms.
Governing Law
These Terms and any disputes related to these Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Florida, USA, without regard to conflict of law principles.
Privacy Policy
Last Updated: 04/01/2024
Your privacy is of utmost importance to After Circle. This Privacy Policy outlines our practices regarding the collection, usage, and protection of your personal information when you engage with our services. By using our platform, you agree to the terms described in this policy.
Information We Collect
1.1. Information you provide to us
When you create an account, subscribe to our services, or contact us directly, we collect information you provide, such as your name, email address, and any other contact or personal details you choose to share.
1.2. Automatic data collection
We automatically collect certain information when you visit our website, including IP address, browser type, operating system, and how you interact with our services.
1.3. User comments and content
Any comments, reviews, or content you post on our website become part of our community engagement, and we may store these interactions.
1.4. Information from other sources
We may receive information about you from other sources, including third parties and publicly available sources, and combine that with information we collect through our services.
Types of Information
We collect both personal identification information (such as names and email addresses) and non-personal identification information (such as browser details and usage patterns).
How We Use Personal Information
Your information helps us respond to your customer service requests and support needs more efficiently. It is also used to personalize your experience and to send periodic emails regarding our services or updates.
Data Shared with Third Parties
We do not sell, trade, or rent users' identification information to others. We may share generic aggregated demographic information not linked to any personal identification information regarding visitors and users with our business partners, trusted affiliates, and advertisers.
Security Measures
We adopt appropriate data collection, storage, processing practices, and security measures to protect against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction of your personal information and data stored on our site.
Changes to Privacy Policy
After Circle reserves the right to update this privacy policy at any time. When we do, we will post a notification on the main page of our website. You acknowledge and agree that it is your responsibility to review this privacy policy periodically and become aware of modifications.
Contact Us
For questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at policy@aftercircle.com.
By using our services, you signify your acceptance of this policy. If you do not agree to this policy, please do not use our services. Your continued use of the Services following the posting of changes to this policy will be deemed your acceptance of those changes.
Cookie Policy
Last Updated: 04/01/2024
This Cookie Policy explains how After Circle Inc. ("we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar technologies to recognize you when you visit our website at aftercircle.com. It explains what these technologies are and why we use them, as well as your rights to control our use of them.
What are cookies?
ies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, mobile) by a website you visit. They hold a modest amount of data specific to a particular client and website, allowing web servers to deliver a tailored experience to each user.
What Types of Cookies Are There?
2.1. Essential cookies
These are crucial for navigating our website and using its features. Without these cookies, services like secure login accounts would not be possible.
2.2. Performance cookies
These cookies collect information about how visitors use a website, for instance, which pages visitors go to most often, and if they get error messages from web pages. These cookies don’t collect information that identifies a visitor. All information these cookies collect is aggregated and therefore anonymous.
2.3. Functionality cookies
Functionality cookies allow the website to remember choices you make (such as your user name, language, or the region you are in) and provide enhanced, more personal features.
2.4. Targeting/advertising cookies
These cookies are used to deliver adverts more relevant to you and your interests. They are also used to limit the number of times you see an advertisement as well as help measure the effectiveness of the advertising campaign.
Third-Party Cookies on Our Site:
3.1. Targeting/advertising cookies
Third-party advertisers and other organizations may use their own cookies to collect information about your activities on our website and/or the advertisements you have clicked on.
Cookies and Your Personal Information
Cookies store information regarding your website visits and preferences. However, we design our systems to not use cookies for collecting personal information from your browser.
How to Configure and Disable Cookies
You have the ability to accept or decline cookies by modifying the settings in your browser. However, disabling cookies may hinder your use of certain parts of our website.
How to Contact Us
For any inquiries about our Cookie Policy or practices, please contact us at support@aftercircle.com. Your privacy is of utmost importance to us, and we are committed to safeguarding your data while enhancing your experience with our service.
We may revise this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our data use policies. Your continued use of our website signifies your acceptance of such changes.