Welcome to the website of the Center for Online Safety and Liberty (“COSL”, “we,” “us,” “our”), a s.503(c)(3) nonprofit organization incorporated in California, EIN 82-4969920. By accessing or using this website (the “Website”), you agree to comply with these Terms of Service (“Terms”). Please read them carefully.
1. About COSL
COSL is an umbrella nonprofit organization that serves as a fiscal sponsor for independently managed charitable projects (“Sponsored Projects”). We provide administrative, legal, and financial oversight to these projects, enabling them to focus on their missions while operating under COSL’s nonprofit status.
Each Sponsored Project has its own operational autonomy and may maintain its own website with supplementary terms and conditions (“Supplementary Terms”) specific to the activities and services of that project. These Supplementary Terms are in addition to, and not a replacement for, the Terms outlined here.
By using this Website or any associated Sponsored Project’s website, you agree to these Terms as well as any applicable Supplementary Terms.
2. Use of the Website
The Website provides information about COSL and its Sponsored Projects. You agree to use the Website only for lawful purposes and in compliance with these Terms.
Prohibited Activities
You must not:
- Use the Website for any fraudulent or unlawful purposes.
- Interfere with the proper functioning of the Website or any services provided.
- Post, share, or transmit any material that is defamatory, obscene, harassing, or otherwise objectionable.
3. Sponsored Projects and Their Terms
While COSL oversees the fiscal and legal compliance of its Sponsored Projects, each project operates independently and may have specific terms and conditions.
- By engaging with a Sponsored Project’s services, website, or activities, you agree to abide by that project’s Supplementary Terms.
- COSL is not responsible for the specific terms, policies, or actions of Sponsored Projects, except as they pertain to our role as fiscal sponsor.
4. Donations
COSL accepts donations on behalf of Sponsored Projects.
- Donations made through COSL are tax-deductible as permitted by law.
- All donations are final and non-refundable unless required by law.
- In the event a Sponsored Project ceases operations, COSL reserves the right to redirect funds to similar charitable purposes.
5. Intellectual Property
All content on the Website, including text, graphics, and logos, is the property of COSL or its licensors and is protected under intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, or use content without express permission.
6. Disclaimer of Warranties
The Website is provided “as is” without warranties of any kind, express or implied. While we strive for accuracy, we do not guarantee the completeness, reliability, or availability of Website content or services.
7. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, COSL is not liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from your use of the Website or any Sponsored Project’s website.
8. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless COSL and its affiliates from any claims, damages, or expenses arising out of your use of the Website, violation of these Terms, or interactions with Sponsored Projects.
9. Third-Party Links
The Website may contain links to third-party websites, including those of Sponsored Projects. COSL is not responsible for the content, terms, or practices of third-party websites. Access them at your own risk.
10. Changes to These Terms
We may update these Terms at any time. Changes will be effective upon posting to this page. Continued use of the Website constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.
11. Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of the state of California, without regard to conflict of law principles.
12. Contact Information
If you have any questions or concerns about these Terms, please contact us at:
Email: [email protected]
By using this Website, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agreed to these Terms of Service. If accessing a Sponsored Project’s website, you further agree to abide by any Supplementary Terms specific to that project.