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TERMS AND CONDITIONS
Effective Date: 08/27/2025
Last Updated: 08/27/2025
Website: LiveDetectives.Club
1. ACCEPTANCE OF TERMS
By accessing, browsing, or using the Live Detectives Club website (LiveDetectives.Club) and its associated services (collectively, the "Service"), you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions ("Terms") and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to these Terms, you must not use the Service.
These Terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you ("User," "Member," or "you") and LiveDetectives Club ("we," "us," "our," or "the Club").
2. DESCRIPTION OF SERVICE
Live Detectives Club is an online community platform dedicated to collaborative investigation and discussion of:
Historical cold cases and unsolved mysteries
Public domain criminal cases
Missing persons cases from public databases
Educational mystery challenges and puzzles
Investigation techniques and methodologies
The Service is intended for educational, discussion, and community engagement purposes only. We are not a professional investigation service and do not conduct official investigations.
3. ELIGIBILITY AND REGISTRATION
3.1 Age Requirements
You must be at least 18 years old to use this Service. By using the Service, you represent and warrant that
you are at least 18 years of age.
3.2 Registration
To access certain features, you must create an account by providing accurate, complete, and current information. You are responsible for:
Maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials
All activities that occur under your account
Notifying us immediately of any unauthorized use
3.3 Account Termination
We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate these Terms or engage in prohibited activities.
4. ACCEPTABLE USE POLICY
4.1 Permitted Uses
You may use the Service to:
Participate in discussions about historical and public domain cases
Share publicly available information with proper attribution
Engage in educational activities related to investigation techniques
Collaborate respectfully with other community members
Submit original puzzles and mystery challenges
Create forum threads on appropriate topics in designated sections
Reply to discussions with constructive contributions
Use private messaging to communicate with other members
Participate in polls and community votes
Upload profile pictures and customize your profile within community guidelines
4.2 Prohibited Activities
You may NOT use the Service to:
Contact victims, families, witnesses, or suspects related to any case
Share personal information of individuals without consent
Post graphic, disturbing, or inappropriate content
Engage in vigilante activities or encourage illegal actions
Interfere with ongoing official investigations
Harass, threaten, or intimidate other users
Post copyrighted material without permission
Spread misinformation or unsubstantiated conspiracy theories
Use the platform for commercial purposes without authorization
Attempt to hack, disrupt, or damage the Service
Create multiple accounts to evade bans or restrictions
Spam the forum with repetitive or off-topic content
Bump old threads unnecessarily or engage in thread necromancy
Post in wrong forum sections repeatedly after warnings
Engage in flame wars or deliberately inflammatory discussions
Share login credentials or allow others to use your account
Scrape or harvest member information or forum content
4.3 Forum-Specific Rules
Thread titles must be descriptive and relevant to content
Stay on topic within individual forum threads
Use search function before creating duplicate threads
Respect thread ownership - don't derail others' discussions
Follow bumping rules - don't artificially boost thread visibility
Use appropriate forum sections for different types of content
Report problems rather than publicly calling out rule violations
4.4 Content Standards
All content must be:
Respectful to victims, families, and community members
Based on publicly available information with proper citations
Clearly labeled when speculative vs. factual
Appropriate for a professional discussion environment
Compliant with applicable laws and regulations
Posted in the correct forum section
Written in a constructive manner
Free from personal attacks or inflammatory language
5. ETHICAL INVESTIGATION GUIDELINES
5.1 Respect for Victims and Families
Members must maintain dignity and respect when discussing sensitive cases. This includes:
Using appropriate, professional language
Avoiding sensationalism or entertainment-focused approaches
Considering the impact of discussions on families and communities
Reporting content that violates these principles
5.2 Information Sources
All shared information must be:
Obtained from legal, public sources
Properly attributed and cited
Verified for accuracy when possible
Distinguished between confirmed facts and speculation
5.3 No Contact Policy
Members are strictly prohibited from:
Contacting persons connected to discussed cases
Attempting to gather private information about individuals
Engaging in activities that could interfere with official investigations
Encouraging others to make such contact
5.4 Law Enforcement Cooperation
If any member discovers information relevant to an ongoing investigation, they should:
Contact appropriate law enforcement directly
Not share sensitive information publicly on the platform
Cooperate with official investigations if requested
6. CONTENT OWNERSHIP AND LICENSING
6.1 User-Generated Content
By posting content on the Service, you grant Live Detectives Club a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, modify, adapt, publish, translate, distribute, and display such content in connection with the Service.
6.2 Forum-Specific Content Rights
When you post in our forum community:
Public posts become part of the community knowledge base and may be quoted, referenced, or linked by other members
Forum threads may be moved, merged, or reorganized for better community organization
Post editing may be restricted after a certain time period to maintain discussion integrity
Signature content and profile information may be displayed across the forum
6.3 Retention of Rights
You retain ownership of your original content, but you are responsible for ensuring you have the right to post all content you submit.
6.4 Content Removal
We reserve the right to remove any content that violates these Terms or is otherwise objectionable, without prior notice.
6.5 Copyrighted Material
Users must not post copyrighted material without permission. We will respond to valid DMCA take down notices in accordance with applicable law.
7. PRIVACY AND DATA PROTECTION
7.1 Privacy Policy
Our collection and use of personal information is governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference.
7.2 Public Nature of Discussions
Content posted in public areas of the Service may be visible to other users and search engines. Exercise caution when sharing information.
7.3 Data Security
While we implement reasonable security measures, you acknowledge that no internet transmission is completely secure, and you use the Service at your own risk.
8. DISCLAIMERS AND LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY
8.1 Educational Purpose Disclaimer
THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED FOR EDUCATIONAL AND DISCUSSION PURPOSES ONLY. WE ARE NOT PROFESSIONAL INVESTIGATORS, AND DISCUSSIONS ON THE PLATFORM SHOULD NOT BE CONSIDERED PROFESSIONAL ADVICE OR OFFICIAL INVESTIGATION FINDINGS.
8.2 Accuracy Disclaimer
WE DO NOT WARRANT THE ACCURACY, COMPLETENESS, OR RELIABILITY OF ANY INFORMATION POSTED ON THE SERVICE. USERS ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR VERIFYING INFORMATION INDEPENDENTLY.
8.3 No Warranty
THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, OR NON-INFRINGEMENT.
8.4 Limitation of Liability
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, LIVE DETECTIVES CLUB SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO LOSS OF PROFITS, DATA, OR USE, ARISING FROM YOUR USE OF THE SERVICE.
9. INDEMNIFICATION
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Live Detectives Club, its officers, directors, employees, and agents from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses, including reasonable attorneys' fees, arising from:
Your use of the Service
Your violation of these Terms
Your violation of any third-party rights
Any content you post on the Service
10. REPORTING VIOLATIONS
10.1 Community Reporting
Members are encouraged to report violations of these Terms or inappropriate content through our reporting system.
Report buttons on individual posts and threads
Private messages to moderators and administrators
Dedicated reporting forum section (if applicable)
Email contact for serious violations or emergencies
10.2 What to Report
Please report:
Posts violating community guidelines or Terms of Service
Harassment, threats, or inappropriate behavior
Spam or commercial solicitation
Copyright violations or stolen content
Suspected multiple accounts or ban evasion
Technical problems or security concerns
10.2 Investigation Process
We will investigate reported violations and may take action including:
Content removal
User warnings
Account suspension or termination
Cooperation with law enforcement if required
10.3 False Reports
Deliberately false or malicious reports may result in:
Warning about proper use of reporting system
Temporary loss of reporting privileges
Account penalties for repeated abuse
Potential account suspension for serious false reporting
11. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY
11.1 Service Content
The Service's design, functionality, and original content are protected by intellectual property laws and remain the property of Live Detectives Club.
11.2 Trademarks
"Live Detectives Club" and related marks are trademarks of Live Detectives Club. You may not use these marks without express written permission.
11.3 Respect for Others' IP
Users must respect the intellectual property rights of others and may not post infringing content.
12. TERMINATION
12.1 Termination by You
You may terminate your account at any time by contacting us or using account deletion features.
12.2 Termination by Us
We may terminate or suspend your account immediately if you violate these Terms, engage in prohibited activities, or for any other reason at our sole discretion.
12.3 Effect of Termination
Upon termination:
Your right to use the Service ends immediately
We may delete your account and associated data
Provisions that should survive termination will remain in effect
13. MODIFICATIONS TO TERMS
13.1 Right to Modify
We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be effective when posted on the Service.
13.2 Notice of Changes
We will provide notice of material changes through the Service or via email to registered users.
13.3 Continued Use
Your continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the modified Terms.
14. JURISDICTION AND GOVERNING LAW
14.1 Governing Law
These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Pennsylvania, USA, without regard to conflict of law principles.
14.2 Jurisdiction
Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of the Service shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts in Pennsylvania, USA.
14.3 Dispute Resolution
Before filing any lawsuit, parties agree to attempt good faith negotiation of disputes for a period of 30days.
15. INTERNATIONAL USERS
If you access the Service from outside the United States, you are responsible for compliance with local laws and regulations. The Service may not be available in all jurisdictions.
16. SEVERABILITY
If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect, and the invalid provision will be replaced with a valid provision that most closely matches the intent of the original.
17. ENTIRE AGREEMENT
These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Live Detectives Club regarding the Service and supersede all prior agreements and understandings.
18. CONTACT INFORMATION
For questions about these Terms or to report violations, please contact us at:
Live Detectives Club
Email: admin at livedetectives dot club]
Website: LiveDetectives.Club (Use Contact Us below)
19. SPECIAL PROVISIONS FOR INVESTIGATION DISCUSSIONS
19.1 Case Discussion Guidelines
When participating in case discussions, members must:
Focus on publicly available information only
Clearly distinguish between facts and theories
Cite sources for all information shared
Respect ongoing investigations and law enforcement efforts
19.2 Evidence Submission
Any "evidence" shared on the platform must be:
Already in the public domain
Properly sourced and attributed
Relevant to the discussion
Submitted in good faith
19.3 Theory Development
When developing theories about cases:
Base theories on available evidence
Acknowledge speculation as such
Be open to alternative explanations
Avoid naming innocent individuals as suspects without substantial basis
19.4 Sensitive Case Handling
For recent cases or those involving living persons:
Exercise extra caution and sensitivity
Avoid sharing unverified information
Consider the impact on families and communities
Report potentially sensitive discoveries to appropriate authorities
20. COMMUNITY STANDARDS ENFORCEMENT
20.1 Moderation
Live Detectives Club employs both automated systems and human moderators to enforce these Terms and maintain community standards.
20.2 Forum Moderation Tools
Our moderation may include:
Post editing or removal for guidelines violations
Thread locking or moving to appropriate sections
User warnings via private message or public notice
Temporary posting restrictions in specific forum areas
Reputation point adjustments for community violations
Signature or profile restrictions for inappropriate content
20.3 Progressive Discipline
Violations may result in:
First offense: Warning
Subsequent offenses: Temporary suspension
Serious or repeated violations: Permanent ban
20.4 Forum-Specific Enforcement
Off-topic posting: Thread movement or deletion
Duplicate content: Thread merging or removal
Inappropriate bumping: Post deletion and user notification
Spam behavior: Immediate content removal and account review
Multiple account violations: All associated accounts may be banned
20.5 Appeals Process
Users may appeal moderation decisions by:
Contacting moderators via private message within 7 days
Submitting formal appeals to administration within 30 days
Providing context or explanation for the disputed action
Requesting clarification on community standards
Appeals will be reviewed by uninvolved staff members when possible.
Appeals will be reviewed by uninvolved staff members when possible.
By using Live Detectives Club, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions.
This document was last updated on 08/27/2025. Please check back regularly for updates.
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