Terms of Service
Last updated: December 2, 2025
1. Agreement to Terms
These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your use of the website findmycat.info ("we", "us", "the Site"). By using the Site, you agree to these Terms.
If you do not agree, do not use the Site.
2. Disclaimer: Not veterinary, legal, or emergency advice
The information provided on findyourcat.info is intended for general informational and educational purposes only. It is a community resource designed to share practical tips and best practices for finding a lost cat.
This is not professional advice. The content on this Site is not a substitute for professional services. Please be advised of the following:
No Veterinary Advice: The information provided does not constitute veterinary advice. If your cat has a known medical condition, requires medication, or you have any concerns about its health, please consult a licensed veterinarian immediately.
No Legal Advice: The content on this Site does not constitute legal advice. Laws regarding animal welfare, trespassing, property, and traps vary significantly by location. If you have a legal question or dispute, you should consult with a qualified attorney.
No Emergency Services: findyourcat.info is not an emergency service. We do not operate a search team or provide immediate assistance. If you are in a dangerous situation or believe your cat is in immediate peril, please contact your local animal control agency, humane society, law enforcement, or emergency services (e.g., 911) without delay.
You are solely responsible for your actions and for ensuring the safety and well-being of yourself, your cat, and others while following any suggestions found on this Site. We make no representations or warranties and assume no liability for actions taken based on the information provided here.
3. No guarantees
I try to keep the information accurate, current, and useful, but:
• I cannot guarantee that any tip, checklist, or resource will find your animal or resolve your situation.
• I cannot guarantee that any external service or website I mention will perform as described.
• I cannot guarantee that any external hyperlink will be active or that the information will remain current.
• I may update, correct, or remove content at any time without notice.
• Use the Site at your own risk.
4. External links and independence
This Site links to shelters, rescues, veterinarians, tools, and commercial services (including affiliates and advertisers).
• Links are provided for convenience and reference.
• I am not endorsed by, affiliated with, or officially part of those organizations unless I explicitly say so.
• I do not control and are not responsible for the content, policies, or practices of any third‑party site or service.
• Always review the terms and privacy policies of any external site you visit.
5. Intellectual property
Unless otherwise stated, all text, structure, and original content on this Site are owned by findmycat.info or used with permission. You may view, link to, and share excerpts for personal or community use, provided you include clear attribution and a link back to the original content on the Site.
You may not:
Copy large portions of content and repost them as your own without explicit permission.
Scrape, mirror, or republish the Site in bulk or in a manner that undermines its purpose as a community resource.
Use the Site’s content in any way that implies endorsement of your product, service, or organization without written consent from findmycat.info.
Fair Use and Reuse:
If you wish to quote or reuse material beyond fair use, contact us first for permission. Unauthorized use may result in legal action to protect the Site’s integrity and mission.
These terms are enforceable under applicable laws, and violations may be pursued to the fullest extent permitted.
6. User contributions (comments, stories, submissions)
If the Site later allows comments, forms, or story submissions:
• You are responsible for everything you submit.
• Do not post confidential information, medical records, or identifying details about other people without consent.
• By submitting content, you give us a non‑exclusive license to display, edit for length/clarity, and store that content on the Site.
• I may remove or decline any submission at my discretion.
7. Limitation of liability
To the maximum extent permitted by law:
Disclaimer of Warranties- This Site and all materials, information, and services on it are provided on an "AS IS" and "AS AVAILABLE" basis, without any warranties of any kind, either express or implied. findyourcat.info expressly disclaims all warranties, including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement.
Limitation of Liability- Findyourcat.info, its creators, and affiliates shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including but not limited to loss of data, profit, or goodwill, arising out of or in connection with your use of the Site or any third-party websites or services linked to from the Site. This limitation applies even if findyourcat.info has been advised of the possibility of such damages.
Cap on Liability- Because this Site is provided free of charge, your sole and exclusive remedy for any dissatisfaction with the Site or its content is to cease using the Site. In the event that a court of competent jurisdiction finds that these terms are unenforceable or that we are liable for any reason, our total and aggregate liability to you for all claims shall not exceed the sum of One Dollar ($1.00).
8. Indemnity
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless findmycat.info and its owner/operator from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, costs, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of:
• Your use of the Site or reliance on its content.
• Your violation of these Terms.
• Your violation of any law or third‑party rights in connection with your use of the Site.
9. Changes to these Terms
I may update these Terms periodically. When I do, I will change the "Last updated" date at the top of this page.
Your continued use of the Site after changes are posted means you accept the updated Terms.
10. Contact
If you have questions about these Terms, contact us using the method listed on the Site (e.g., a simple contact address/page).