Terms of Service

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using StopAbusingDrugs, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree to these terms, do not use this site.

2. Use License

StopAbusingDrugs grants you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and use this site for personal, non-commercial purposes. You agree not to:

• Reproduce, duplicate, or copy content for commercial purposes
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to restricted areas
• Use automated tools or bots to scrape or harvest data
• Transmit viruses, malware, or harmful code
• Engage in any activity that disrupts site functionality
• Impersonate other users or misrepresent your identity

3. User-Generated Content

When you submit reviews, comments, or other content to StopAbusingDrugs:

• You represent that the content is truthful, accurate, and your original work
• You grant StopAbusingDrugs a perpetual, royalty-free license to use, publish, and display your content
• You are responsible for any consequences of posting false or defamatory content
• We reserve the right to remove content that violates these terms or applicable law

Review Guidelines: All reviews are subject to moderation. We remove reviews that are:

• False, misleading, or defamatory
• Spam or promotional content
• Abusive, harassing, or discriminatory
• Contain personal health information (PHI) or private details

4. Facility Information Accuracy

StopAbusingDrugs makes reasonable efforts to maintain accurate facility information, including contact details, programs offered, and accreditations. However:

• We do not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of facility data
• Facilities are responsible for updating their own information
• We recommend verifying all details directly with facilities before making decisions
• We are not liable for errors, omissions, or changes in facility information

5. No Medical Advice

StopAbusingDrugs does not provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment recommendations. All content on this site is for informational purposes only. You should:

• Consult with qualified medical professionals before making treatment decisions
• Verify facility credentials and treatment approaches independently
• Not rely solely on StopAbusingDrugs for medical or clinical decisions

6. Disclaimer of Warranties

StopAbusingDrugs is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind, express or implied. We disclaim:

• Warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement
• Warranties that the site will be uninterrupted, error-free, or secure
• Warranties regarding the accuracy or reliability of any information

7. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, StopAbusingDrugs and its owners, employees, and agents are not liable for:

• Any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages
• Loss of profits, revenue, data, or business opportunities
• Damages arising from your use or inability to use the site
• Damages arising from treatment decisions or facility choices
• Third-party conduct or content

Our total liability to you shall not exceed $100 or the amount you paid us, whichever is greater.

8. Third-Party Links and Content

StopAbusingDrugs may contain links to third-party websites and content. We are not responsible for:

• The accuracy or legality of third-party content
• The privacy practices of external sites
• Your interactions with third parties

Your use of third-party sites is governed by their own terms and privacy policies.

9. Intellectual Property Rights

All content on StopAbusingDrugs, including text, graphics, logos, and software, is the property of StopAbusingDrugs or its content suppliers and is protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, or transmit any content without our permission.

10. Compliance and Legal Framework

StopAbusingDrugs operates in compliance with:

• EKRA (Eliminating Kickbacks in Recovery Act) — we do not pay for patient referrals
• FTC Endorsement Guides — all material connections are disclosed
• HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2 — we protect health information
• State patient-brokering and privacy laws

Compensation Model: StopAbusingDrugs receives flat-fee compensation from some facilities for advertising and directory placement. This does not influence our verification process or directory accuracy. We do not pay for individual patient referrals or admissions.

11. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless StopAbusingDrugs, its owners, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from:

• Your use of the site or violation of these terms
• Your user-generated content or submissions
• Your interactions with facilities or third parties
• Any breach of applicable law

12. Termination

We reserve the right to terminate your access to StopAbusingDrugs at any time, with or without cause, and without notice. Reasons for termination may include:

• Violation of these terms
• Posting false, defamatory, or harmful content
• Abusive or harassing behavior
• Unauthorized access attempts

13. Governing Law

These Terms of Service are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the United States and applicable state law, without regard to conflicts of law principles. You agree to submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in the United States.

14. Dispute Resolution

Any disputes arising from these terms or your use of StopAbusingDrugs shall be resolved through binding arbitration, except that either party may seek injunctive relief in court for intellectual property violations or other urgent matters.

15. Severability

If any provision of these terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, that provision shall be severed, and the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

16. Changes to Terms

StopAbusingDrugs reserves the right to modify these terms at any time. Changes become effective upon posting to the site. Your continued use of StopAbusingDrugs constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.

17. Contact Us

If you have questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us at: