Terms of Service
Please read these terms carefully before using The Buffer Zone platform.
Last Updated: October 27, 2025
Acceptance of Terms
By accessing or using The Buffer Zone platform, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service and all applicable laws and regulations. If you do not agree with any of these terms, you are prohibited from using this platform.
We reserve the right to modify these terms at any time. Your continued use of the platform following any changes constitutes acceptance of those changes.
Description of Service
The Buffer Zone provides access to public records and related information. Our service aggregates and organizes publicly available data to make it more accessible and understandable to the general public.
We strive to present accurate information, but we do not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of any data on our platform. Public records are provided by government agencies, and any errors or omissions should be reported to the originating agency.
User Responsibilities
When using The Buffer Zone, you agree to:
• Use the platform only for lawful purposes
• Not attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the platform
• Not interfere with or disrupt the platform or servers
• Not use automated systems (bots, scrapers) without written permission
• Respect the privacy and rights of others
• Not use the information for harassment, stalking, or discriminatory purposes
• Comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws
Public Records Disclaimer
The Buffer Zone aggregates and displays public records that are already available through government sources. We do not create, modify, or verify the content of these records.
The presence of information on our platform does not imply any judgment about the individuals or entities mentioned. Public records may contain errors, outdated information, or sealed/expunged records that should no longer be public.
If you believe any information is inaccurate or should not be publicly available, please contact the originating government agency that maintains those records.
Intellectual Property
The Buffer Zone platform, including its original content, features, and functionality, is owned by The Buffer Zone and is protected by international copyright, trademark, patent, trade secret, and other intellectual property laws.
Public records displayed on our platform are government works and not subject to copyright. However, our organization, presentation, and analysis of this data is our intellectual property.
You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or create derivative works of our platform without explicit written permission.
Account Registration
Certain features of our platform may require account registration. When creating an account, you agree to:
• Provide accurate and complete information
• Maintain the security of your password
• Accept responsibility for all activities under your account
• Notify us immediately of any unauthorized use
We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate these terms or engage in fraudulent or illegal activities.
Prohibited Uses
You may not use The Buffer Zone to:
• Make employment, credit, insurance, or housing decisions (Fair Credit Reporting Act)
• Harass, stalk, or threaten individuals
• Engage in identity theft or fraud
• Discriminate based on protected characteristics
• Violate any individual's privacy rights
• Attempt to reverse engineer or compromise our platform
• Circumvent any security or access control measures
Limitation of Liability
The Buffer Zone is provided 'as is' without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. To the fullest extent permitted by law, we disclaim all warranties, including merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement.
We shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages resulting from your use of or inability to use the platform.
In no event shall our total liability exceed the amount paid by you, if any, for accessing our platform.
Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless The Buffer Zone, its officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, and expenses arising from:
• Your use of the platform
• Your violation of these Terms of Service
• Your violation of any rights of another party
• Any unauthorized or improper use of your account
Third-Party Links
Our platform may contain links to third-party websites or services that are not owned or controlled by The Buffer Zone. We have no control over and assume no responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party sites.
You acknowledge and agree that we shall not be liable for any damage or loss caused by your use of any third-party websites or services.
Termination
We reserve the right to terminate or suspend your access to the platform immediately, without prior notice or liability, for any reason, including breach of these Terms of Service.
Upon termination, your right to use the platform will immediately cease. All provisions of these terms that by their nature should survive termination shall survive, including ownership provisions, warranty disclaimers, and limitations of liability.
Governing Law
These Terms of Service shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the United States, without regard to conflict of law provisions.
Any disputes arising from these terms or your use of the platform shall be resolved in the appropriate courts, and you consent to the personal jurisdiction of such courts.
Changes to Terms
We reserve the right to modify or replace these Terms of Service at any time at our sole discretion. We will provide notice of any material changes by posting the new terms on this page and updating the 'Last Updated' date.
Your continued use of the platform after any changes indicates your acceptance of the new terms. It is your responsibility to review these terms periodically.
Contact Information
If you have any questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us at:
Email: legal@thebufferzone.com
Mail: The Buffer Zone, Legal Department
By using The Buffer Zone, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service.