Terms of Service

These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your access to and use of the website at ovidorg.org and the services provided by Ovid Org ("Ovid Org," "we," "us," or "our"), including websites, applications, web apps, content, communications, and other technology products and programs we build and operate for ourselves and for the nonprofits and businesses ("clients") we serve. By accessing our site or using our services, you agree to these Terms.

Use of our website and services

You agree to use our website and services only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. You may not use our services to violate any law, infringe the rights of others, transmit harmful or malicious code, or interfere with the operation or security of our systems.

Services and engagements

Specific services we provide to clients, such as website design and hosting, app and web app development, content creation, photography and videography, IT and networking, AI implementation, digital signage, and social media and SMS communications, are governed by separate written agreements, proposals, or statements of work. Those documents define the actual scope, responsibilities, schedule, fees, data handling, deliverables, support, and termination terms. Where such an agreement conflicts with these Terms, the specific agreement controls for that engagement.

Service fees and donations

Amounts paid under a proposal, invoice, statement of work, hosting plan, support plan, or other service agreement are fees for the described services. They are not donations or charitable contributions unless Ovid Org expressly identifies a separate payment as a donation in writing. Ovid Org does not provide tax advice, and a client or supporter should consult its own adviser about the treatment of any payment.

Clients, partners, and case studies

References to a client, partner, supported organization, or project describe the relationship or work identified on the page or in the applicable agreement. They do not create a blanket partnership, joint venture, agency, fiduciary relationship, endorsement, or authority to act for either organization. Each organization remains responsible for its own operations, claims, programs, websites, recipients, and legal obligations unless a written agreement assigns a particular responsibility to Ovid Org.

Case studies and portfolio materials describe selected work and context. They do not promise the same scope, schedule, funding, approval, audience response, fundraising result, technical result, or beneficiary outcome for another organization. Client recordings, participant stories, youth information, and other sensitive materials may be used only when the applicable client has authorized the particular use.

Communications and consent

We may respond by email to inquiries you send us. Contacting us, entering a phone number, opening an account, accepting these Terms, or purchasing a service does not by itself enroll you in SMS. Account and service texts and marketing texts require separate, optional consent for the named sender and purpose. Marketing SMS consent is not a condition of purchase. Marketing emails include an unsubscribe option. Text messaging is governed by our SMS Terms & Conditions, and our use of personal information is governed by our Privacy Policy.

Messaging services for clients

A client using our messaging services is responsible for its own sender identity, message content, lawful recipient consent, and accurate business verification information. A client must have authorization to use each recipient's number for its stated program, keep consent evidence, honor opt-out requests, and comply with applicable law and provider policies. Purchased, rented, scraped, or shared opt-in lists are not allowed. Consent for one client does not authorize another client or Ovid Org to send marketing texts.

Client messaging requires a separate service agreement specifying fees, approved use cases, data handling, support, and termination. We may suspend messaging for missing consent, abuse, or verification problems. Registration and submission support do not guarantee carrier approval, delivery, or legal compliance. Clients must not send messages until their sender and use case are approved where required.

Intellectual property

The content, design, and materials on ovidorg.org are owned by Ovid Org or its licensors and are protected by applicable intellectual property laws. Ownership of deliverables created for clients is addressed in the applicable client agreement. You may not copy, reproduce, or redistribute our site content without permission.

Third-party services

Our website and services may link to or rely on third-party services, such as hosting, fonts, email, and messaging providers. We are not responsible for the content, policies, availability, approval decisions, or practices of third parties. Your use of those services may be subject to their own terms. The website does not currently deploy Google Analytics, Google Tag Manager, Google Ads measurement tags, or Meta tracking.

Disclaimers

Our website and services are provided "as is" and "as available" without warranties of any kind, express or implied, to the fullest extent permitted by law, including any implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement. We do not warrant that the site will be uninterrupted, error-free, or secure. We do not guarantee grants, advertising or carrier approval, search placement, fundraising, donations, program participation, client outcomes, or uninterrupted access to a third-party service. Any specific service commitment must appear in the applicable written agreement.

Limitation of liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Ovid Org will not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, or any loss of data, revenue, or profits, arising out of or related to your use of our website or services. Nothing in these Terms limits liability that cannot be limited under applicable law.

Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Ovid Org and its personnel from any claims, damages, or expenses arising out of your misuse of our website or services or your violation of these Terms or applicable law.

Changes to these Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. Updated Terms will be posted here with a revised "Last updated" date and take effect when posted.

Governing law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Ohio, United States, without regard to its conflict-of-laws principles, and any disputes will be handled in the state or federal courts located in Ohio, unless otherwise required by law.

Contact us

OVID ORG
3599 Oak Rd, Stow, OH 44224, United States
Phone: (888) 886-9409
Email: steve@ovidorg.org