Terms of service

Terms of Service — Family of Stars

Last updated: October 10, 2025

Welcome to Family of Stars—a creative journaling platform designed to inspire self-discovery and personal growth. By accessing or using our website, content, or services (the “Services”), you agree to these Terms of Service (“Terms”).

1) Acceptance of Terms

By using the Services, you accept these Terms in full. If you do not agree, do not use the Services. We may update these Terms from time to time; changes take effect when posted. Please review them periodically.

2) Eligibility & Accounts

You must be at least 13 years old (or the age of digital consent in your jurisdiction). If you create an account, you’re responsible for maintaining its security and for all activity under it. Provide accurate information and promptly report any unauthorized use.

3) Permitted Use

The Services are for personal, non-commercial use unless we give written permission otherwise. You agree not to:

Use the Services for unlawful purposes or in violation of any law or regulation;

Copy, distribute, modify, reverse engineer, or exploit any part of the Services without our prior written consent;

Interfere with or disrupt the operation or security of the Services.

4) Intellectual Property

All content on the Services—including text, graphics, logos, images, videos, software, and designs—is owned by Family of Stars or our licensors and protected by U.S. and international laws. Except as expressly allowed by these Terms, no license is granted.

Your Journaling Content

You retain ownership of content you submit (e.g., journal entries, comments, prompts). You grant Family of Stars a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free license to host, display, and technically reproduce your content solely to operate, improve, and provide the Services. You are responsible for the content you submit and must have all necessary rights to share it.

5) Information & Disclaimer

Content is for general informational and inspirational purposes only and is not mental health, medical, or legal advice. While we aim for accuracy, we do not warrant that content is complete, current, or error-free. You rely on the Services at your own risk.

6) Third-Party Links & Tools

The Services may link to third-party websites or tools we don’t control. We’re not responsible for their content, policies, or practices.

7) Privacy

Your use of the Services is also governed by our Privacy Policy. Please review it to understand how we collect, use, and share information.

8) Termination

We may suspend or terminate access to the Services at any time, with or without notice, for conduct that violates these Terms or is otherwise harmful. You may stop using the Services at any time.

9) Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, Family of Stars and its owners, employees, and partners are not liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, or any loss of profits or data, arising out of or related to your use of the Services.

10) Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold Family of Stars harmless from any claims, damages, liabilities, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) arising out of your misuse of the Services or violation of these Terms.

11) Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of California, USA, without regard to conflict-of-law principles. You agree to the exclusive jurisdiction of the state or federal courts located in California for any dispute arising from these Terms or the Services.

12) Changes to the Services

We may modify, suspend, or discontinue any part of the Services at any time without liability to you.

13) Contact

Questions about these Terms? Contact us at [[email protected]].