1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using FaithMemes ("the Service"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use our Service.

"Let your 'Yes' be 'Yes,' and your 'No,' 'No.' For whatever is more than these is from the evil one." - Matthew 5:37

2. Description of Service

FaithMemes provides:

• A platform for creating inspirational Christian memes
• Access to curated Bible verses and Christian-themed GIFs
• Tools for customizing and sharing faith-based content
• Personal galleries for registered users
• Community features for sharing and discovering memes

3. User Accounts

Registration

To access certain features, you must create an account. You agree to:

• Provide accurate and complete registration information
• Maintain the security of your password
• Notify us immediately of any unauthorized account use
• Be responsible for all activities under your account

Age Requirements

You must be at least 13 years old to use FaithMemes. By using our Service, you represent that you meet this age requirement.

4. Acceptable Use Policy

You agree to use FaithMemes in a manner consistent with Christian values and these guidelines:

You SHALL:

• Create content that glorifies God and encourages others
• Respect all users with love and kindness
• Use Scripture accurately and in proper context
• Share content that builds up the faith community
• Report any inappropriate content or behavior

You SHALL NOT:

• Create or share content that is blasphemous, profane, or sacrilegious
• Use the Service to harass, bully, or harm others
• Post content that is hateful, discriminatory, or divisive
• Misrepresent Scripture or use it to mislead others
• Upload copyrighted material without permission
• Attempt to circumvent our content filters
• Use the Service for any illegal purposes

5. Content Guidelines

FaithMemes is committed to maintaining a wholesome, Protestant orthodox Christian environment:

• We filter inappropriate content including profanity, violence, and adult themes
• Content should align with traditional Protestant Christian beliefs
• Denominational differences should be respected
• Political content should focus on biblical principles, not partisan politics
• All content must be suitable for believers of all ages

6. Intellectual Property

Your Content

You retain ownership of the memes you create. By using FaithMemes, you grant us a non-exclusive, worldwide license to:

• Display your public memes on our platform
• Include your memes in featured galleries (with attribution)
• Use your memes for promotional purposes (with your permission)

Third-Party Content

GIFs and images are provided through Tenor, Giphy, and Unsplash APIs. Use of this content is subject to their respective terms of service.

7. Privacy and Data Protection

Your privacy is important to us. Please review our Privacy Policy to understand how we collect, use, and protect your information.

8. Disclaimers and Limitations

Service Availability

We strive to keep FaithMemes available 24/7, but we cannot guarantee uninterrupted service. We may modify or discontinue features without notice.

Content Accuracy

While we curate Bible verses carefully, users should verify Scripture references with their own Bible. We are not responsible for theological interpretations.

Limitation of Liability

FaithMemes is provided "as is" without warranties. We are not liable for any damages arising from your use of the Service, to the fullest extent permitted by law.

9. Termination

We reserve the right to:

• Terminate or suspend accounts that violate these terms
• Remove content that doesn't meet our guidelines
• Restrict access to users who abuse the Service

You may delete your account at any time through your profile settings.

10. Dispute Resolution

In the spirit of Matthew 18:15-17, we encourage users to:

• First attempt to resolve disputes directly with us
• Approach conflicts with grace and understanding
• Seek peaceful resolution through communication

If necessary, disputes will be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with biblical principles of justice and reconciliation.

11. Changes to Terms

We may update these Terms of Service periodically. Material changes will be communicated through the Service or via email. Your continued use after changes constitutes acceptance of the new terms.

12. Contact Information

For questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us:

• Through our contact form
• Email: support@faithmemes.com