Effective Date: January 8, 2025
Welcome to Kentucky Online Notary (“I,” “me,” or “my”). These Terms and Conditions govern your access to and use of my website https://kentuckyonlinenotary.com (the “Website”) and my services, including online notarization, document verification, document markup, and witness services (“Services”). By using the Website or my Services, you agree to comply with these Terms and Conditions.
If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use my Website or Services.
1. Eligibility
- You must be a U.S. citizen to use my Services.
- You must provide valid government-issued photo identification.
- You must meet the age requirements for signing legal documents:
- Typically, you must be at least 18 years old unless specified by the document or applicable laws.
- If a document involves a minor, additional verification, such as proof of guardianship or legal authority, may be required.
2. User Responsibilities
By using my Website or Services, you agree to:
- Provide accurate and truthful information.
- Use my Services only for lawful purposes.
- Ensure that the documents you submit for notarization comply with applicable laws and regulations.
Prohibited Activities:
You agree not to:
- Misrepresent your identity or the purpose of the notarial act.
- Use the Website or Services for fraudulent or illegal purposes.
- Circumvent or interfere with the functionality or security of the Website.
3. Payments and Refunds
- Payment Methods: I accept payments through Stripe and PayPal. Payment must be made in full before the requested Service is rendered.
- Refund Policy: I offer a satisfaction guarantee. Refunds may be issued if requested, provided I retain an amount sufficient to cover my costs (e.g., transaction fees). Refunds will not be granted for issues outside of my control, such as the document not being accepted by a third party.
4. Service Limitations and Disclaimer
I strive to provide high-quality and reliable Services, but:
- I cannot guarantee that documents notarized online will be accepted or recordable by all jurisdictions or institutions. It is your responsibility to confirm with the recipient or requesting party that they will accept an online notarized document before proceeding with the notarization.
- My liability is limited to the fees paid for the specific Service that caused the issue. I am not responsible for indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from your use of the Services.
5. Intellectual Property
- All content on the Website, including text, graphics, logos, and images, is my property and protected by intellectual property laws.
- You may not copy, reproduce, or distribute any content without my prior written consent.
- By submitting content (e.g., comments or reviews), you grant me a non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual license to use, modify, and display that content in connection with the Website and Services.
6. Privacy and Data Protection
Your use of the Website and Services is subject to my Privacy Policy, which outlines how I collect, use, and protect your data. By using the Website, you consent to the practices described in the Privacy Policy.
7. Dispute Resolution
- Governing Law: These Terms and Conditions are governed by the laws of the state of Kentucky.
- Arbitration: Any disputes arising under these Terms will be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association. You waive the right to participate in any class-action lawsuit against me.
8. Termination of Services
I reserve the right to terminate your access to the Website or Services at any time, without notice, if you violate these Terms and Conditions or engage in prohibited activities.
9. Updates to Terms and Conditions
I may update these Terms and Conditions from time to time. Significant changes will be communicated via the contact information you provide (e.g., email, phone). Continued use of the Website or Services after updates constitutes your acceptance of the revised terms.
10. Contact Information
For questions or concerns about these Terms and Conditions, please contact me:
John M. Holder
Phone (call/text): +1 (657) 621-8392
Email: john@kentuckyonlinenotary.com