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Terms of Use
Last updated: September 30, 2026
These Terms of Use govern your use of the website of SecurePaws Foundation ("we", "us", "our"), a Wyoming nonprofit corporation. By using this website or making a donation, you agree to these terms.
1. About us
SecurePaws Foundation is a nonprofit corporation organized under the laws of the State of Wyoming, operating for charitable purposes related to animal welfare. Our application for 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status is pending with the IRS.
2. Use of the website
You may use this website for lawful purposes only. You agree not to:
- Use the website to commit fraud, including using stolen payment details
- Try to gain unauthorized access to the website or its systems
- Upload malicious code or interfere with the website's operation
- Submit false information in any form
3. Donations
Donations are voluntary gifts to support our charitable purposes. You receive no goods or services in exchange for your donation. Refunds, recurring donations and restricted gifts are covered by our Donation & Refund Policy, which forms part of these terms.
4. Use of donated funds
Donations are used at our discretion to advance our mission, including the programs described on our website. We may redirect funds between programs, or to other charitable purposes within our mission, when a program is fully funded, becomes impractical, or when needs change.
5. Payment processing
Payments are processed by Stripe, Inc. and other licensed payment providers. By donating you also agree to their terms. We are not responsible for errors or delays caused by payment providers or your bank.
6. Intellectual property
The content of this website, including text, logos and design, belongs to SecurePaws Foundation or is used with permission. You may share our pages for non-commercial purposes with credit, but you may not use our name or logo in a way that suggests we endorse you without written permission.
7. Third-party links
Our website may link to other websites. We are not responsible for their content or privacy practices.
8. Disclaimer
This website is provided "as is". Information about animal care is for general information only and is not veterinary advice. For an animal's health, consult a licensed veterinarian.
9. Limitation of liability
To the extent permitted by law, SecurePaws Foundation and its directors, officers and volunteers are not liable for any indirect, incidental or consequential damages arising from your use of this website.
10. Governing law
These terms are governed by the laws of the State of Wyoming, United States, without regard to its conflict-of-law rules. Any dispute will be handled by the state or federal courts located in Wyoming, unless the law of your country gives you the right to bring a claim where you live.
11. Changes
We may update these terms at any time by posting a new version on this page. Continued use of the website means you accept the updated terms.
12. Contact
SecurePaws Foundation
Wyoming, United States
Email: info@securepawsfoundation.org
Phone: +1 (505) 645-0432