Welcome to Mingle Advice! Please read these Terms of Use (“Terms”) carefully before using our website, located at [Mingle Advice Website URL] (the “Website”). By accessing or using our Website, you agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to all of these terms and conditions, you are not authorized to use this Website. The terms “you,” “your,” and “user” refer to anyone who accesses our Website.
1. General Information
Mingle Advice provides content, resources, and advice related to relationships, personal development, dating, lifestyle, and other related topics (“Content”). Our Website is intended for informational and educational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional advice or services.
2. No Emergency Services or Medical Advice
DO NOT USE THIS WEBSITE FOR EMERGENCY NEEDS. If you are experiencing a medical or psychological emergency, immediately call emergency services in your location (such as 911 in the US or 999 in the UK).
If you are considering self-harm or harm to others, or if you believe you or someone else is in any immediate danger, please contact local authorities or a crisis hotline. Mingle Advice does not provide any crisis management or emergency support services.
3. Use of Content
The information and Content on Mingle Advice are provided for general informational purposes only. Although we strive to provide accurate, up-to-date, and reliable information, we make no warranties or representations regarding the accuracy or completeness of the Content. The Content should not be considered medical, psychological, legal, or financial advice. Always seek the advice of a qualified professional with any questions or concerns you may have.
4. Privacy
By using our Website, you agree to the collection, use, and sharing of your information as described in our Privacy Policy. We do not collect personal health information or payment details since we do not offer paid services or user accounts.
5. Acceptable Use
You agree to use Mingle Advice in a lawful manner. You are prohibited from using our Website to:
- Engage in any fraudulent, unlawful, defamatory, or harmful activities.
- Post or transmit any content that is defamatory, libelous, obscene, abusive, or threatening.
- Use the Website to harass or violate the rights of others.
- Introduce any viruses, malware, or other malicious code.
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any portion of our Website, other systems, or networks connected to our Website.
6. Intellectual Property
All Content available on or through Mingle Advice is the property of Mingle Advice and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. You may access, download, or print material from Mingle Advice for your personal, non-commercial use only. You may not modify, copy, distribute, transmit, display, perform, reproduce, publish, license, create derivative works from, transfer, or sell any information or Content obtained from the Website.
7. Third-Party Links and Content
Mingle Advice may contain links to third-party websites or content not controlled or operated by us. These links are provided for your convenience and do not signify endorsement by Mingle Advice. We are not responsible for the content, accuracy, or practices of third-party websites.
8. Disclaimer of Warranties
MINGLE ADVICE IS PROVIDED ON AN “AS IS” AND “AS AVAILABLE” BASIS. TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, WE DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT.
WE DO NOT WARRANT THAT THE WEBSITE WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED, ERROR-FREE, SECURE, OR FREE FROM VIRUSES OR OTHER HARMFUL COMPONENTS. YOUR USE OF THE WEBSITE IS AT YOUR OWN RISK.
9. Limitation of Liability
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, MINGLE ADVICE WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, SPECIAL, EXEMPLARY, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH YOUR USE OF OR INABILITY TO USE THE WEBSITE, EVEN IF WE HAVE BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.
OUR TOTAL LIABILITY TO YOU FOR ALL CLAIMS ARISING FROM OR RELATING TO THE USE OF MINGLE ADVICE SHALL NOT EXCEED THE AMOUNT OF $100.
10. Indemnification
You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless Mingle Advice, its affiliates, and their respective officers, directors, employees, agents, and representatives from and against any claims, damages, liabilities, losses, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) arising out of or in connection with your use of the Website or your violation of these Terms.
11. Modifications to the Terms
Mingle Advice reserves the right to modify these Terms at any time. Any changes will be effective immediately upon posting on the Website. Your continued use of the Website after any changes to these Terms will constitute your acceptance of such changes. Please review these Terms periodically for updates.
12. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution
These Terms and any disputes arising out of or related to these Terms or the use of the Website will be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of [your jurisdiction], without regard to its conflict of laws principles. Any disputes will be resolved through negotiation, mediation, or arbitration, as agreed by both parties.
13. California Residents
The Board of Behavioral Sciences receives and responds to complaints regarding services provided by therapists, clinical social workers, or professional clinical counselors. You may contact the board online at www.bbs.ca.gov, or by calling (916) 574-7830.
The Complaint Assistance Unit of the Division of Consumer Services of the California Department of Consumer Affairs may be contacted in writing at 1625 N. Market Blvd., Suite N 112, Sacramento, California 95834, or by telephone at (800) 952-5210.
14. Governing Law & Disputes
US Users:
You agree that any dispute or claim arising out of your use of the Website, including any dispute or claim regarding the application, enforceability, scope, or interpretation of these Terms or this agreement to arbitrate, will be resolved by binding arbitration, rather than in court, except that you may assert claims in small claims court if your claims qualify. The Federal Arbitration Act and federal arbitration law apply to these Terms.
There is no judge or jury in arbitration, and court review of an arbitration award is limited. However, an arbitrator can award on an individual basis the same damages and relief as a court (including injunctive and declaratory relief or statutory damages) and must follow these Terms.
Arbitration shall be administered by the Judicial Arbitration and Mediation Services, Inc. (“JAMS”), pursuant to the most-current JAMS Streamlined Arbitration Rules & Procedures, and conducted by a single, neutral arbitrator. Arbitration will take place by phone or videoconference unless an in-person hearing is requested by either party. In that case, the hearing will take place in the state where you reside. To the extent this agreement to arbitrate conflicts with the JAMS Policy on Consumer Arbitrations Pursuant to Pre-Dispute Clauses Minimum Standards of Procedural Fairness (the “Minimum Standards”), the Minimum Standards in that regard will apply.
Disputes may also be referred to another arbitration organization if you and Mingle Advice agree in writing or to an arbitrator appointed pursuant to Section 5 of the Federal Arbitration Act.
YOU AND MINGLE ADVICE EACH AGREE THAT ANY DISPUTE RESOLUTION PROCEEDINGS WILL BE CONDUCTED ONLY ON AN INDIVIDUAL BASIS AND NOT IN A CLASS, CONSOLIDATED, GROUP, OR REPRESENTATIVE ACTION. IF FOR ANY REASON A CLAIM PROCEEDS IN COURT RATHER THAN IN ARBITRATION, YOU AND MINGLE ADVICE EACH WAIVE ANY RIGHT TO A JURY TRIAL. YOU AND MINGLE ADVICE ALSO BOTH AGREE THAT NOTWITHSTANDING OUR AGREEMENT TO ONLY ARBITRATE DISPUTES AS STATED ABOVE, YOU OR WE MAY BRING SUIT IN COURT TO ENJOIN INFRINGEMENT OR OTHER MISUSE OF INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS.
If this arbitration provision is found to be null and void, then all disputes arising under the Terms between us will be subject to the jurisdiction of the state and federal courts located in New York City, New York, and you and we hereby submit to the personal jurisdiction and venue of these courts. You and Mingle Advice agree that if for any reason a dispute proceeds in court rather than arbitration: (1) you and Mingle Advice waive any right to a jury trial; (2) the dispute will proceed solely on an individual, non-class, non-representative basis; and (3) neither you nor Mingle Advice may be a class representative or class member or otherwise participate in any class, representative, consolidated, or private attorney general proceeding.
This agreement to arbitrate will not preclude you or Mingle Advice from seeking provisional remedies in aid of arbitration, including without limitation orders to stay a court action, compel arbitration, or confirm an arbitral award, from a court of competent jurisdiction. Furthermore, this agreement to arbitrate will not preclude you or Mingle Advice from (i) applying to the appropriate court of competent jurisdiction for a temporary restraining order, preliminary injunction, or other interim or conservatory relief, as necessary, or (ii) seeking relief in any state or federal court for disputes related to a violation or possible violation of Mingle Advice’s intellectual property rights.
Thirty-Day Right to Opt Out:
You have the right to opt out and not be bound by the arbitration- and class-action-waiver provisions set forth in this section by sending written notice of your decision. The notice must be sent within 30 days of using the Website; otherwise, you shall be bound to arbitrate disputes according to these Terms. If you opt out of these arbitration provisions, Mingle Advice also will not be bound by them. In addition, if you elect to opt out of these arbitration provisions, Mingle Advice may terminate your use of the Website.
These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Delaware, without regard to any conflict of laws, rules, or principles.
Disclaimer of Warranties
THE INFORMATION, SOFTWARE, PRODUCTS, AND SERVICES INCLUDED IN OR AVAILABLE THROUGH THE WEBSITE MAY INCLUDE INACCURACIES OR TYPOGRAPHICAL ERRORS. CHANGES ARE PERIODICALLY ADDED TO THE INFORMATION HEREIN. MINGLE ADVICE MAY MAKE IMPROVEMENTS AND/OR CHANGES ON THE WEBSITE AT ANY TIME. MINGLE ADVICE AND/OR ITS SUPPLIERS MAKE NO REPRESENTATIONS ABOUT THE SUITABILITY, RELIABILITY, AVAILABILITY, TIMELINESS, AND ACCURACY OF THE INFORMATION, SOFTWARE, PRODUCTS, SERVICES, AND RELATED GRAPHICS CONTAINED ON THE WEBSITE FOR ANY PURPOSE. TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, ALL SUCH INFORMATION, SOFTWARE, PRODUCTS, SERVICES, AND RELATED GRAPHICS ARE PROVIDED “AS IS” WITHOUT WARRANTY OR CONDITION OF ANY KIND.
Non-US Users
The Terms and any dispute or claim (including non-contractual disputes or claims) arising out of or in connection with the Terms or their subject matter or formation or the use of the Website shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of England and Wales, subject only to mandatory provisions of consumer law in the country in which you reside.
You agree that the courts of the country in which you reside shall have non-exclusive jurisdiction to settle any dispute or claim (including non-contractual disputes or claims) arising out of or in connection with the Website, the Terms, or their subject matter or formation. Alternatively, if you are located in the EU, you may raise the dispute with an alternative dispute resolution body via the EU Commission’s Online Dispute Resolution Body.
These Terms of Use were last updated on August 27, 2024 and are deemed effective as amended as of this date.