Welcome to SecondChanceHearts.com (“the Site,” “we,” “our,” “us”).
Please read these Terms of Use (“Terms”) carefully before using our website, services, podcast episodes, stories, or any content we publish (“Content”).
By accessing or using SecondChanceHearts.com, you agree to be bound by these Terms.
If you do not agree, please do not use the Site.
1. Purpose of the Site
SecondChanceHearts.com provides fictional romance stories, narrated podcast episodes, inspirational content, and related materials primarily for entertainment and informational purposes.
Our Content is not intended to replace professional advice of any kind.
2. Eligibility
You must be 13 years or older to use this Site.
By using the Site, you confirm you meet this requirement.
3. Intellectual Property Rights
All stories, podcast episodes, audio files, images, branding, design elements, logos, and other content on the Site are the exclusive property of Second Chance Hearts and/or its content creators.
You may not:
- copy, reproduce, republish, or redistribute our Content
- sell, license, or modify the Content
- use our branding or stories without written permission
You may:
- share article links or podcast links publicly
- quote short excerpts with clear credit and a link back to the Site
4. User Conduct
When using our Site, you agree not to:
- violate any laws or regulations
- submit harmful, hateful, or abusive messages via forms or comments
- attempt to disrupt the Site or bypass security measures
- use automated tools (bots, scrapers) without permission
We reserve the right to block or remove any user who violates these standards.
5. Affiliate Disclosure
SecondChanceHearts.com participates in affiliate programs, including but not limited to dating-site partners (OurTime, SilverSingles, eHarmony, Match).
If you click these links and subscribe or purchase, we may earn a commission — at no additional cost to you.
We recommend only services we believe may be helpful to our audience.
6. No Guarantees or Warranties
All Content is provided “as is.”
We make no warranties about:
- the accuracy or completeness of our Content
- uninterrupted website availability
- results from using the Site or interacting with affiliates
Your use of the Site is at your own discretion and risk.
7. Not Medical, Legal, or Professional Advice
Our stories and content may touch on:
- relationships
- grief and healing
- emotional wellbeing
However, these are fictional narratives or general insights.
They are not professional advice. If you need medical, mental health, financial, or legal guidance, seek a qualified professional.
8. Third-Party Links
Our Site may contain links to third-party websites or services.
We are not responsible for:
- their content
- their privacy practices
- their actions, products, or services
Please review their policies before engaging with those sites.
9. Podcast & Audio Usage
By listening to or downloading podcast episodes, you agree not to:
- redistribute them commercially
- use them in AI training datasets
- modify or republish them without permission
Personal, non-commercial listening and sharing links is always allowed.
10. Submitted Content
If you submit a message, testimonial, or story idea through our forms or email:
- you grant us permission to read and respond
- you retain ownership, but
- you grant us a non-exclusive right to reference your message anonymously (unless you request otherwise)
We will never publish your private details without explicit consent.
11. Termination of Access
We may suspend or terminate access to the Site at any time — without notice — for behavior we deem harmful, illegal, or disruptive.
12. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, SecondChanceHearts.com is not liable for:
- damages arising from your use of the Site
- losses caused by website downtime
- interactions with third-party companies
This includes direct, indirect, incidental, and consequential damages.
13. Changes to These Terms
We may update these Terms occasionally.
The “Last Updated” date will reflect the most recent revision.
Continued use of the Site indicates acceptance of updated Terms.
14. Contact Us
If you have questions about these Terms, please contact us:
📧 support@secondchancehearts.com
🌐 https://secondchancehearts.com
