NFSI AlertNet™ Terms of Service

Effective Date: July, 7th 2025
Organization: National Firearm Safety Initiative (NFSI)  AlertNet Program
(“NFSI,” “AlertNet,” “we,” “our,” or “us”)

These Terms of Service (“Terms”) govern your use of our website, donation platform, and any digital services associated with the AlertNet™ public-safety initiative.
By accessing this website or making a donation, you agree to these Terms.

If you do not agree, please discontinue use of our site and services.

1. Purpose of NFSI and AlertNet

NFSI is a nonprofit initiative dedicated to developing and deploying AlertNet™, a real-time firearm and violent-incident early-warning system for public safety.
By using this site or contributing financially, you acknowledge that:

  • AlertNet is currently in development.

  • Donations fund research, development, and deployment of public-safety technologies.

  • NFSI is not a political, advocacy, or lobbying organization.

2. Donations & Payments

A. Donations Are Voluntary and Non-Refundable

Unless required by law, all donations made through this website are considered final and non-refundable.
This ensures funds can be allocated immediately toward development and safety objectives.

B. Payment Processing

We use secure third-party payment providers (e.g., Stripe, PayPal).
By donating, you agree to their respective terms and policies.

NFSI does not store full credit card numbers or sensitive payment data.

C. Recurring Donations

If you select a recurring donation option, you authorize NFSI to automatically process payments using the method on file.
You may cancel recurring contributions at any time by contacting us.

3. Use of Website & Content

You agree not to:

  • Misuse, disrupt, or damage the website or donation features

  • Use AlertNet branding or materials without permission

  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to server systems

  • Copy, distribute, or reverse-engineer any website components

All content, design elements, graphics, and text are the intellectual property of NFSI or its licensors.

4. Disclaimer of Warranties

NFSI provides this website and all associated services “as is” and without warranties of any kind.

We do not guarantee:

  • That the website will be error-free or uninterrupted

  • That all content will always be accurate or complete

  • That development timelines or future releases of AlertNet will occur exactly as projected

AlertNet is a public-safety technology platform in active development.
User interfaces, features, capabilities, and timelines may change.

5. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law:

  • NFSI, its officers, directors, partners, affiliates, and volunteers are not liable for any damages arising from your use of the website or donation platform, including but not limited to:

    • Indirect or consequential damages

    • Loss of data

    • Service interruptions

    • Financial losses unrelated to the donation itself

Your use of this website is at your own risk.

6. User Accounts & Communication

If you create an account or subscribe to alerts or updates:

  • You agree to provide accurate information

  • You may unsubscribe at any time

  • You consent to receive communication regarding donations, project updates, and safety-related announcements

NFSI will never sell, rent, or trade your information.

7. Third-Party Links

Our site may contain links to third-party services such as payment processors, social media platforms, or partner organizations.

NFSI is not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or policies of external websites.
Users should review those terms directly.

8. Legal Compliance

You agree not to use this site in any way that violates:

  • U.S. federal or state laws

  • Canadian federal or provincial laws (if accessing from Canada)

  • International data, safety, or cyber regulations

This website is primarily intended for users in the United States and Canada.

9. Intellectual Property

The following are trademarks or pending trademarks of NFSI or its partnered entities:

  • AlertNet™

  • NFSI™

  • Arms Recovery Unit Device (ARUD)

  • Logos, brand phrases, and visual assets associated with AlertNet

You may not use any of these without written permission.

10. Modifications to Terms

We may revise these Terms at any time.
The “Effective Date” will reflect the latest update.
Your continued use of the website signifies acceptance of all changes.

11. Termination

NFSI reserves the right to:

  • Suspend access

  • Block users

  • Remove fraudulent entries

  • Cancel suspicious transactions

All at our discretion, to protect donors and the integrity of the platform.

12. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of:

  • United States (for U.S.-based donors)

  • Province of Ontario & Federal Laws of Canada (for Canadian donors)

Legal disputes must be resolved in the appropriate jurisdiction where NFSI operates.

13. Contact Information

For questions regarding these Terms, donations, or the AlertNet program, contact us:

National Firearm Safety Initiative — AlertNet Program
📧 Email: Info@nfsi-usa.org  & Info@nfsi-canada.org

🌐 Website:  www.NFSI-USA.org  & www.NFSI-CANADA.org