Terms and Conditions

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using Offensehole ("the Site"), you accept and agree to be bound by the terms and provisions of this agreement. These Terms and Conditions constitute a legally binding agreement between you and Offensehole.

If you do not agree to abide by these Terms and Conditions, please do not use this Site.

2. Mental Health Disclaimer and Crisis Resources

2.1 EMERGENCY NOTICE - READ THIS FIRST

2.2 NOT A SUBSTITUTE FOR PROFESSIONAL CARE

This website provides educational information only and does NOT provide:

• Medical or psychological advice
• Therapy, counseling, or treatment services
• Professional diagnosis of mental health conditions
• Crisis intervention or emergency services
• Psychiatric care or medication management

All content on this Site is for informational and educational purposes only.

2.3 NO THERAPEUTIC RELATIONSHIP

Use of this website does not create any therapist-patient, counselor-client, doctor-patient, or any other professional relationship between you and the Site owners, operators, or any contributors.

The owners/operators of this Site are NOT:

• Your mental health provider
• Your therapist or counselor
• Providing you with individualized treatment
• Responsible for your mental health outcomes

2.4 SEEK PROFESSIONAL HELP

Always consult qualified mental health professionals for:

• Diagnosis of mental health conditions
• Treatment recommendations and plans
• Medication questions or concerns
• Persistent anger, depression, anxiety, or other mental health issues
• Questions about your specific mental health situation

Only licensed mental health professionals can diagnose mental health conditions and provide treatment. Self-diagnosis based on Site content is not recommended and may be harmful.

2.5 NEVER DELAY TREATMENT

Do not delay seeking professional mental health care because of something you read on this website.

If the techniques or information described on this Site do not help, or if your condition worsens, seek immediate professional assistance. Time-sensitive mental health issues require prompt professional intervention.

2.6 PRE-EXISTING CONDITIONS WARNING

There may be risks associated with using stress relief techniques described on this Site for people with pre-existing mental health conditions, trauma history, or current mental health treatment.

If you have a diagnosed mental health condition, are currently in treatment, or have a history of mental health issues, consult your healthcare provider before using techniques described on this website.

You use stress relief techniques described on this Site at your own risk.

2.7 INDIVIDUAL RESULTS VARY

Mental health and stress management techniques that work for some individuals may not work for others. This website cannot and does not guarantee any specific results from using the information, tools, or techniques described.

Your results will depend on many factors including but not limited to:

• Your individual mental health status
• Severity of your symptoms
• Consistency of practice
• Presence of underlying conditions
• Other treatments you may be receiving

2.8 NO DUTY TO RESPOND

We have no obligation to:

• Monitor any contact forms, comments, or messages
• Respond to inquiries or requests for help
• Provide individual support or guidance
• Answer questions about your specific situation

Do not rely on this website for personalized support. If you send a message and do not receive a response, seek help from appropriate mental health professionals.

2.9 THIRD-PARTY MENTAL HEALTH RESOURCES

This Site provides links and references to third-party mental health resources, hotlines, and services. We do not control these external resources and cannot verify:

• Current availability of services
• Quality of care provided
• Credentials of providers
• Accuracy of information on external sites

You access third-party mental health resources at your own risk. Verify credentials and suitability before engaging with any external service or provider.

3. Description of Service

Offensehole is a mental health awareness platform dedicated to normalizing conversations about anger and all difficult emotions. We believe everyone experiences challenging feelings, and talking about them openly reduces stigma and helps people seek the support they need.

What we provide:

• Educational content about understanding and managing anger and difficult emotions
• A conceptual stress relief tool for temporary emotional release
• Curated directories of professional mental health resources

Our mission: Making discussions about anger and mental health as normal as talking about physical health, while connecting people with professional resources.

Important clarification - this Site is NOT:

• A substitute for professional mental health treatment, therapy, or counseling
• Medical or psychological advice or diagnosis
• Crisis intervention or emergency services

We provide information and awareness. Professional mental health providers provide treatment and care.

4. Age Requirements and Eligibility

4.1 Minimum Age

This Site is intended for users aged 18 and older. By using this Site, you represent and warrant that you are at least 18 years of age.

If you are under 18 years of age, you may not use this Site.

4.2 Minors - Seek Appropriate Help

If you are under 18 and struggling with anger or mental health issues:

• Talk to a trusted adult, parent, or guardian
• Contact your school counselor
• Call the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (all ages welcome)
• Text "HELLO" to 741741 for the Crisis Text Line

Minors should seek age-appropriate mental health resources with parental or guardian guidance.

4.3 Parental Responsibility

Parents and guardians are responsible for monitoring their children's internet usage. We have no responsibility for minors who access this Site without parental permission.

5. Not Medical Advice - Additional Disclaimers

5.1 General Disclaimer

The content on this Site is for informational and educational purposes only. It does not constitute medical, psychological, or professional mental health advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

5.2 No Professional Relationship

Use of this Site does not create a therapist-patient, counselor-client, doctor-patient, or any other professional relationship between you and the Site owners or operators.

5.3 Consult Professionals

Always seek the advice of qualified mental health professionals regarding any questions you may have about your mental health, medications, or treatment. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking it because of something you read on this Site.

5.4 Medication and Treatment Information

Any information about medications, treatments, or therapeutic techniques is general information only. Do not start, stop, or change medications or treatments without consulting your healthcare provider.

6. Emergency Situations

6.1 Crisis Resources

United States:

• Call 988 - Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (24/7, free, confidential)
• Call 911 - For immediate medical emergencies
• Text "HELLO" to 741741 - Crisis Text Line

International Crisis Resources:

• Find your country: findahelpline.com
• UK: Call 116 123 (Samaritans) or text SHOUT to 85258
• Australia: Call 13 11 14 (Lifeline)
• Canada: Call 1-833-456-4566
• Europe: Call 112 for emergencies

6.2 Site Limitations

This Site is not equipped to handle crisis situations. Do not rely on this Site for emergency mental health support.

7. User Conduct and Prohibited Activities

7.1 Permitted Use

You may use this Site for personal, non-commercial purposes to:

• Access mental health information and resources
• Use the conceptual stress relief tool
• Learn about mental health awareness

7.2 Prohibited Activities

You agree NOT to:

• Use the Site in any way that violates applicable laws or regulations
• Attempt to harm minors in any way
• Impersonate any person or entity
• Upload viruses, malware, or other malicious code
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the Site's infrastructure
• Use the Site to collect personal information about others
• Use automated systems (bots, scrapers) without permission
• Frame or mirror any part of the Site without written permission
• Use the Site for any illegal or unauthorized purpose
• Interfere with or disrupt the Site's servers or networks
• Reverse engineer or attempt to extract source code from the Site

8. Intellectual Property

8.1 Site Content

All content on this Site, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, and software, is the property of Offensehole or its content suppliers and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

8.2 Limited License

You are granted a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and use the Site for personal purposes. You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or create derivative works without express written permission.

8.3 User Feedback

Any feedback, suggestions, or ideas you provide about the Site become the property of Offensehole and may be used without compensation or attribution.

9. Third-Party Links and Resources

9.1 External Links

This Site contains links to third-party websites and resources, including mental health organizations, crisis hotlines, and therapy directories.

9.2 No Endorsement

These links are provided for convenience only. We do not endorse, control, or assume responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party sites.

9.3 Use at Your Own Risk

You access third-party sites at your own risk. We recommend reviewing their terms and privacy policies before providing any personal information.

9.4 Resource Accuracy

While we strive to maintain accurate and current mental health resources, we cannot guarantee that all links remain active or that the information is up-to-date. Please verify information with the resource provider.

10. Privacy

Your use of the Site is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference. Please review our Privacy Policy to understand our practices.

11. Disclaimers and Limitation of Liability

11.1 "As Is" Basis

The site is provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis without warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement.

11.2 No Guarantee of Results

We do not warrant that:

• The Site will meet your specific needs
• Use of the stress relief tool will resolve your anger or mental health issues
• The Site will be uninterrupted, timely, secure, or error-free
• Any errors in the Site will be corrected
• Mental health resources listed will be available or suitable for your needs

11.3 Limitation of Liability - Amount Paid by User

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Offensehole's total liability for any claims arising out of or related to these terms or use of the site shall not exceed the amount you paid to access the site.

SINCE THIS SITE IS PROVIDED FREE OF CHARGE, YOUR MAXIMUM RECOVERY SHALL BE $0 (ZERO DOLLARS).

11.4 Exclusion of Damages

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Offensehole and its owners shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, or any loss of profits or revenues, whether incurred directly or indirectly, or any loss of data, use, goodwill, or other intangible losses, resulting from:

• Your access to or use of (or inability to access or use) the Site
• Any conduct or content of any third party on the Site
• Any content obtained from the Site
• Unauthorized access, use, or alteration of your transmissions or content
• Decisions made based on information from the Site

11.5 Mental Health Disclaimer - Limitation of Liability

In no event shall Offensehole be liable for any harm resulting from:

• Delay in seeking professional mental health treatment
• Reliance on information provided on the Site
• Use or misuse of the stress relief techniques described
• Actions taken based on Site content
• Failure to seek appropriate emergency care

11.6 Time Limitation on Liability

ANY CLAIM ARISING FROM USE OF THIS SITE MUST BE BROUGHT WITHIN ONE (1) YEAR FROM THE DATE THE CAUSE OF ACTION AROSE.

After this one-year period, any such claim is permanently barred.

12. Indemnification

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless Offensehole, its owners, and affiliates from and against any claims, damages, obligations, losses, liabilities, costs, or expenses (including attorney's fees) arising from:

• Your use of the Site
• Your violation of these Terms
• Your violation of any third-party rights
• Any harm caused by your conduct

13. User-Generated Content

13.1 No User Submissions Currently

Currently, this Site does not allow user submissions, comments, user accounts, or user-generated content.

13.2 Future Features

If we add features allowing user submissions in the future, separate terms will govern such content, and users will be notified before implementation.

14. Modifications to the Site

14.1 Right to Modify

We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any aspect of the Site at any time without notice.

14.2 No Liability

We shall not be liable to you or any third party for any modification, suspension, or discontinuance of the Site.

15. Changes to Terms

15.1 Updates

We may revise these Terms and Conditions at any time. The "Last Updated" date at the top of this page indicates when these Terms were last revised.

15.2 Notice of Material Changes

For material changes to these Terms, we will post an updated version on the Site with a revised "Last Updated" date. Continued use of the Site after changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated Terms.

15.3 Your Responsibility to Review

You are responsible for reviewing these Terms periodically. If you do not agree with any changes, discontinue use of the Site immediately.

We do not maintain user accounts or email lists, so we cannot directly notify individual users of changes. It is your responsibility to check for updates.

16. Dispute Resolution

16.1 Informal Negotiation First

Before initiating any formal dispute resolution process, you agree to first attempt to resolve any dispute through informal negotiation.

You must contact us with a detailed description of the dispute and attempt in good faith to reach a mutually satisfactory resolution. Both parties agree to negotiate informally for at least thirty (30) days before pursuing arbitration or litigation.

16.2 Binding Arbitration

If informal negotiations do not resolve the dispute within thirty (30) days, any dispute arising from these Terms or use of the Site shall be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with the Commercial Arbitration Rules of the American Arbitration Association.

Key Arbitration Terms:

• Location: All arbitration proceedings shall take place in York County, Maine, United States
• Applicable Law: Maine state law shall govern the arbitration
• Arbitrator Selection: The arbitrator shall be selected according to AAA rules
• Fees: Each party shall be responsible for their own arbitration fees and costs. You are solely responsible for your own attorney fees.
• No Class Actions: Arbitration shall be conducted on an individual basis only. No class arbitrations or class actions are permitted.

16.3 Court Litigation (If Arbitration Not Applicable)

If a dispute proceeds in court rather than arbitration, the exclusive jurisdiction and venue for any legal action shall be the state and federal courts located in York County, Maine, United States.

16.4 Exception for Emergency Relief

Nothing in this arbitration agreement prevents either party from seeking emergency equitable relief (such as a temporary restraining order or preliminary injunction) in court if necessary to prevent irreparable harm.

16.5 Waiver of Jury Trial

You waive your right to a jury trial for any disputes resolved through arbitration or litigation under these terms.

17. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

17.1 Applicable Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Maine, United States, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

17.2 Jurisdiction

You agree to submit to the personal and exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located within York County, Maine for resolution of any disputes not subject to arbitration.

18. 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.

19. Waiver

Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms will not be considered a waiver of those rights. Any waiver of any provision of these Terms will be effective only if in writing and signed by us.

20. Entire Agreement

These Terms and Conditions, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Offensehole regarding use of the Site and supersede all prior agreements and understandings.

21. Assignment

You may not assign or transfer these Terms or your rights and obligations under these Terms without our prior written consent. We may assign these Terms without restriction. Any attempted assignment in violation of this section is void.

22. Termination

22.1 By You

You may stop using the Site at any time.

22.2 By Us

We reserve the right to terminate or suspend your access to the Site immediately, without prior notice or liability, for any reason, including breach of these Terms.

22.3 Effect of Termination

Upon termination, your right to use the Site will immediately cease. Sections of these Terms that by their nature should survive termination shall survive, including but not limited to disclaimers, limitations of liability, indemnification, and dispute resolution provisions.

23. Contact Information

If you have any questions about these Terms and Conditions, please contact us at:

24. Special Provisions for Mental Health Content

24.1 Educational Purpose Only

All mental health information on this Site is for educational purposes and general awareness. It is not tailored to your specific situation.

24.2 Individual Variation

Mental health treatment and techniques that work for some individuals may not work for others. Results vary significantly based on individual circumstances.

24.3 Professional Diagnosis Required

Only licensed mental health professionals can diagnose mental health conditions. Self-diagnosis based on Site content is not recommended and may delay appropriate treatment.

24.4 Medication Information

Any information about medications or treatments is general information only. Do not start, stop, or change medications without consulting your healthcare provider.

24.5 Trigger Warning

Some content on this Site discusses difficult emotions including anger, frustration, and mental health challenges. If you find content triggering or distressing, please discontinue use and seek professional support.

24.6 AI-Generated and Automated Content

Some content on this Site may be created, enhanced, or assisted by artificial intelligence (AI) tools and automated systems. While we review all AI-generated content for accuracy and appropriateness, AI systems can make errors or produce information that may be incomplete or incorrect.

You acknowledge and agree that:

• AI-generated content is not a substitute for professional advice
• We do not guarantee the accuracy of AI-generated information
• You should verify any important information independently
• AI content does not represent professional mental health guidance

24.7 Analytics and Tracking Technologies

This Site uses analytics tools, including but not limited to Google Analytics, to understand how visitors use the Site. These tools may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to collect information about your visit.

Information collected may include:

• Pages visited and time spent on Site
• Browser type and device information
• Geographic location (general, not precise)
• Referral source (how you found the Site)

For detailed information about our data collection practices, please review our Privacy Policy. You may opt out of analytics tracking through your browser settings.

24.8 Third-Party Advertising

This Site may display advertisements from third-party advertising networks.

Important disclaimers:

• We do not control or endorse advertised products or services
• Third-party advertisers may use cookies and tracking technologies
• We are not responsible for the content or claims made in advertisements
• Clicking on ads will direct you to external websites not under our control
• We may receive compensation for advertisements displayed or clicked

The presence of advertisements does not constitute endorsement of the advertised products, services, or companies.

24.9 No Professional Credentials

The owners and operators of this Site are NOT:

• Licensed mental health professionals
• Licensed therapists, counselors, or psychologists
• Medical doctors or psychiatrists
• Licensed clinical social workers
• Certified or credentialed in mental health treatment

This Site is operated by individuals passionate about mental health awareness and destigmatization. All content is for educational purposes only and represents personal perspectives and publicly available information, not professional mental health expertise.

For professional mental health services, you must consult licensed professionals.

24.10 California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) Notice

If you are a California resident, you have specific rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act regarding your personal information.

Key points:

• We do not sell personal information
• We collect minimal analytics data as described in our Privacy Policy
• You have the right to request deletion of any data we collect
• You have the right to opt out of data collection

For complete details about California privacy rights, please see our Privacy Policy or contact us at info@offensehole.com.

24.11 Embedded Third-Party Content

This Site may include embedded content from third-party platforms, including but not limited to:

• YouTube videos
• Social media posts
• External widgets or tools

When you interact with embedded third-party content, that third party may collect data about your interaction according to their own privacy policies. We do not control these third parties' data collection practices.

25. Compliance with Laws

You agree to comply with all applicable local, state, national, and international laws and regulations in your use of the Site.

26. Force Majeure

We shall not be liable for any failure to perform our obligations where such failure results from circumstances beyond our reasonable control, including but not limited to acts of God, war, terrorism, riots, embargoes, acts of civil or military authorities, fire, floods, accidents, pandemics, strikes, or shortages of transportation, facilities, fuel, energy, labor, or materials.

27. Acknowledgment and Acceptance