Terms of Use

Last Updated: May 18th 2025

1. Introduction

1.1 Welcome

Welcome to Sanctified Dating, a Christ-centered, authentic, relevant, respectful, supportive, purposeful, and wholesome community where Seventh-day Adventists journey from singleness in Christ to marriage in Christ.

At Sanctified Dating, we deeply care about fostering a safe, respectful, and meaningful experience for all our members. Our goal is to provide a space where genuine connections can flourish while ensuring that all interactions remain aligned with Adventist values. To ensure this, we have established these Terms of Use, which set clear guidelines and expectations for using our platform. These Terms help create a secure and positive environment where everyone can interact with confidence, knowing their rights and responsibilities.

If you have any questions or concerns, we are here to support you.

1.2 Legal Entity

Sanctified Dating LLC (hereinafter referred to as “us,” “we,” or “our”), a company registered in the United States at 2232 Dell Range Blvd, Ste 242 #5853, Cheyenne, WY 82009, is the owner and operator of the Sanctified Dating platform, whether accessed via our websites or Progressive Web Application (PWA) (collectively referred to as the “Platform”).

1.3 Applicability

These Terms of Use apply to the following domains and services:

sanctified.dating – Our marketing website, which provides information about the platform, allows users to make inquiries, subscribe to newsletters, and access general content.
app.sanctified.dating – Our primary dating platform, where users create accounts, interact with other members, and access platform features. This domain also includes our Progressive Web Application (PWA), which allows users to access the platform on their devices.

1.4 Acceptance of Terms

By registering for, accessing, or using Sanctified Dating, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be legally bound by these Terms of Use, as well as our Privacy Policy and Refund Policy. As part of the registration process, you will be required to accept these Terms of Use, as well as our Privacy Policy and Refund Policy, which together govern your use of the Platform. Your data is handled according to our Privacy Policy, which outlines how we collect, use, and protect your personal information. If you do not agree with any part of these Terms or the Privacy Policy, you must not use the Platform.

1.5 Definitions

“Authorized Users” or “Users”: Individuals registered through the Platform registration process.

2. Eligibility

2.1 Registration Requirements

To register on our platform and to use it, you must meet the following criteria:

Be at least 18 years old.
Be a baptized Seventh-day Adventist Christian and an official member of the Seventh-day Adventist Church in good standing, without ongoing disciplinary restrictions.
Provide accurate, truthful, and complete information during registration and maintain the accuracy of your profile.
Have no criminal convictions related to violence, harassment, fraud, or sexual misconduct, unless you have demonstrably lived a reformed life for at least three years, are no longer under legal supervision, and can provide evidence of rehabilitation—such as a character reference from a Seventh-day Adventist pastor or church leader.
Not be legally prohibited from using online dating services.
Not have been previously banned from the platform.
Comply with all applicable laws and regulations.

2.2 Verification Requirement

Upon registration, your account will be partially verified based on the information you provide during the registration process, including your social media accounts and phone number.

To continue using the platform beyond 30 days from the date of registration, your account must be fully verified. This verification requires a third party (such as your local pastor, church elder, or another trusted person) to confirm your authenticity. We will coordinate this process with you as part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and genuine community. Without full verification, you will not be able to attend in-person meetings.

2.3 Right to Verify and Deny Access

We reserve the right to verify your eligibility at any time and to suspend or deny access if any information provided is found to be false or misleading. This condition is further outlined in our Refund Policy, Section 2.3 and Section 16.

3. Account Registration and Security

By registering for an account on our platform, you agree to the following terms regarding account security and responsible use:

3.1 Account Registration

You must create an account to access our services and ensure that all provided information is accurate and up to date. Falsification of information may result in account suspension or termination. The platform reserves the right to verify the authenticity of your details.

3.2 Security of Login Credentials

You must choose a secure password during registration and are responsible for keeping your login credentials confidential. Sharing login details with others is strictly prohibited. Any disclosure or suspected unauthorized access must be reported to the platform immediately in writing. You are accountable for all activities conducted through your account due to failure to maintain confidentiality and may be held liable for any losses arising from such failure.

3.3 Unauthorized Access

You must not allow others to use your account or use another person’s account to access the platform. Any unauthorized use will be considered a violation of these terms and may result in immediate suspension or termination of your account.

3.4 Platform Rights and Enforcement

The platform reserves the right to investigate and take necessary action in cases of security breaches, unauthorized access, or policy violations. Such actions may include temporary suspension, permanent termination of accounts, or the implementation of additional security measures.

3.5 Compliance and Consequences

By using our services, you acknowledge and agree to comply with these security measures, ensuring a safe and secure platform experience for all. Failure to adhere to these terms may result in restricted access, suspension, or termination of services.

4. Subscriptions and Payments

4.1 Some features of the platform require a subscription.

4.2 All subscription payments are final and non-refundable unless otherwise stated. For details on refund eligibility, processing times, and non-refundable items, please refer to our Refund Policy.

4.3 We may modify subscription pricing and payment terms, but we will notify you in advance.

4.4 You are responsible for reporting any unauthorized transactions immediately.

4.5 If you violate these Terms of Use, we may suspend or terminate your subscription without a refund.

5. Copyright Notice and Proprietary Rights

5.1 Ownership and Rights

You acknowledge that we own and control all copyright and intellectual property rights related to the Sanctified Dating platform, including its software, design, branding, and original content.

All such rights are reserved, except where otherwise stated in these Terms.

5.2 Platform Content

All content created or provided directly by Sanctified Dating, including but not limited to platform design, text, graphics, logos, images, videos, documents, software, and other materials, is our property and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

5.3 User-Generated Content (UGC) and Our Rights to Use Your Content

You retain ownership of any content you create, upload, or share on the Sanctified Dating platform, including but not limited to images, videos, documents, links, and text (“User-Generated Content” or “Your Content”).

By posting content on Sanctified Dating, you grant us a worldwide, irrevocable, non-exclusive, royalty-free, sublicensable, and transferable license to use, reproduce, store, translate, distribute, and publish your content on and in relation to this platform and any successor platform.

You grant us the right to bring an action for infringement of these licensed rights.

You hereby waive all moral rights to your content to the maximum extent permitted by applicable law and warrant that all other moral rights have been waived.

You may edit your content to the extent permitted by the platform’s editing functionality.

We reserve the right to delete, make invisible, or edit any content that violates these Terms of Use.

We do not assert ownership over your content; however, intellectual property or proprietary rights may be asserted in certain sections of the platform with your explicit consent.

5.4 Proprietary Rights

The Sanctified Dating platform, including but not limited to its trademarks, service marks, name, domain names, logos, slogans, branding, trade dress (i.e., the look and feel of the services, including button icons and scripts, all page headers, custom graphics, designs, audiovisual elements, user interfaces, and artwork), and any other registered or unregistered trademarks, is owned, controlled, and protected by Sanctified Dating LLC under trademark, copyright, and other intellectual property laws.

We give no permission for the use of these trademarks, branding, or proprietary content without prior written consent.

You agree not to misuse, exploit, publish, sell, distribute, imitate, reverse engineer, adapt, modify, or alter the proprietary information of the platform, in whole or in part, or use it in a manner that suggests affiliation with your products, services, or websites.

You agree not to use proprietary information from the platform in a way that violates third-party rights. The trademarks or service marks of third parties appearing on the platform are the property of their respective owners. Unless otherwise stated, we do not endorse or affiliate with these entities and cannot grant licenses to use their trademarks.

In case of violation of our proprietary rights, you agree that monetary compensation may not fully remedy the damage, and we are entitled to immediate injunctive relief.

5.5 Permitted Use

You are granted a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and use the platform solely for personal and non-commercial purposes.

5.6 Prohibited Actions

Without prior written consent, you may not:

Copy, reproduce, distribute, modify, or create derivative works from any Sanctified Dating-owned content.

Use platform content for commercial purposes or in a way that infringes upon our rights or the rights of other users.

5.7 Violations and Enforcement

Unauthorized use of platform content may result in account termination, legal action, and potential claims for damages.

5.8 Copyright Infringement Claims

If you believe that any content on Sanctified Dating infringes your copyright, please contact us at [email address] with supporting evidence. We will review and take appropriate action in accordance with applicable laws.

6. Rules About Your Content

6.1 You warrant and represent that your content will comply with these Terms of Use.

6.2 Your content must not be illegal or unlawful, nor infringe upon any person’s legal rights (in any jurisdiction and under any applicable law).

6.3 Your content, and its use by us in accordance with these Terms of Use, must not:

Infringe any copyright, moral right, database right, trademark, design, or other intellectual property right.
Infringe any right of confidence, privacy, or data protection legislation.
Constitute incitement to commit a crime, illegal act, or promote criminal activity.
Be in contempt of any court or in breach of a court order.
Violate official secrets legislation.
Breach any contractual obligation owed to any person.
Promote discrimination or be in breach of anti-discrimination laws.
Be libelous, maliciously false, or contain negligent statements.
Consist of misleading, deceptive, or fraudulent information.
Include offensive, abusive, anti-social, or discriminatory content.
Stalk, threaten, harass, or doxx (share private information without consent).
Depict violence in an explicit or complimentary manner.
Contain obscene, indecent, pornographic, or sexually explicit content.

6.4 Your content must be appropriate, civil, and in accordance with generally accepted online etiquette and behavior.

6.5 Your content should reflect the values and standards of a respectful, Christ-centered community. We expect users to conduct themselves in a manner consistent with the spirit of these Terms of Use, including upholding principles of honesty, decency, and mutual respect in all engagements.

6.6 You must not post links to websites or pages containing material that would breach these Terms of Use.

6.7 You must not submit content that is or has been the subject of any legal proceedings or complaints.

Content-related violations may also fall under the prohibited activities listed in Article 6 and may result in content removal, account restrictions, or other enforcement actions.

7. Prohibited Activities

To maintain a safe, respectful, and lawful environment, you are strictly prohibited from engaging in the following activities:

7.1 General Misuse and Unlawful Conduct

Providing false, inaccurate, misleading, or incomplete information on the Platform.
Using the Platform for any unlawful, illegal, fraudulent, or harmful purpose.
Violating any applicable laws, regulations, or third-party rights.
Soliciting money, gifts, or favors from other users.
Using multiple accounts to deceive, harass, or manipulate others.
Engaging in behavior that compromises community safety.

7.2 Platform Security and Integrity

Attempting to hack, tamper with, or disrupt the functionality of the Platform.
Probing, scanning, or testing the vulnerability of the Platform without authorization.
Circumventing authentication, security systems, or access controls.
Conducting any unauthorized “reverse engineering” of the Platform.
Decrypting or deciphering any communications sent by or to the Platform without permission.

7.3 Unauthorized Use and Data Exploitation

Using the Platform to copy, store, transmit, or distribute malicious software, including but not limited to spyware, viruses, worms, Trojan horses, or rootkits.
Engaging in systematic or automated data collection activities, such as scraping, data mining, data extraction, or data harvesting, without express written consent.
Using bots, spiders, or other automated means to access or interact with the Platform.
Using the Platform by means other than our standard public interfaces.
Imposing an unreasonably large load on Platform resources, including bandwidth, storage, and processing capacity.
Using data collected from the Platform for direct marketing activities (e.g., email marketing, SMS marketing, telemarketing, direct mailing) without explicit consent.

7.4 Spam, Phishing, and Malicious Activities

Engaging in spamming, phishing, or any form of fraudulent activity.
Sharing or distributing personal information of other users without their explicit consent.
Impersonating another person or misrepresenting your identity.
Posting or transmitting misleading, deceptive, or harmful content.

7.5 Disruptive Behavior and Abuse

Interfering with or disrupting the normal use of the Platform.
Harassing, threatening, bullying, or engaging in any abusive behavior towards others.
Posting content that is offensive, obscene, defamatory, discriminatory, or otherwise violates the values of the Seventh-day Adventist community.

Failure to comply with these prohibitions may result in the removal of content, account suspension, or termination of your access to the Platform, at our sole discretion. Further legal action may be taken if necessary.

You must also comply with the content restrictions outlined in Article 6 (Rules About Your Content). Any violation may result in content removal, account suspension, or termination.

8. Safety Tips and User Responsibilities

8.1 General Safety Reminders

For your safety and the security of all members, we encourage you to follow these best practices when interacting with others on Sanctified Dating:

Do not share financial information (e.g., bank details, credit card numbers, or online payment accounts) with other users.
Be cautious when sharing personal details such as your home address or workplace.
Meet in public places for initial in-person interactions.
Inform a trusted friend or family member before meeting someone from the platform.
Report any suspicious activity or violations of these Terms immediately.

8.2 Responsibility Disclaimer

Disclaimer: Sanctified Dating provides these safety tips for informational purposes only. While we strive to maintain a secure platform, we are not responsible for user interactions or any consequences arising from them. Users are solely responsible for their personal safety and should exercise caution when engaging with others online and offline.

9. Report Abuse

9.1 If you become aware of any unlawful material, activity, or any content that violates these Terms of Use on the Sanctified Dating platform, you should report it immediately using the abuse reporting form available on the platform. Alternatively, you may report violations by contacting us at [email address].

9.2 When submitting a report, please ensure that all necessary details are provided.

9.3 We take abuse reports seriously and reserve the right to investigate all reported violations. Our actions may include, but are not limited to:

Reviewing and removing reported content if it violates our Terms of Use.
Issuing warnings to the offending user(s).
Temporarily or permanently banning users who are repeatedly reported or found to be in violation of our policies.
Cooperating with legal authorities if required by law.

9.4 Reporting abuse does not guarantee the immediate removal of content or enforcement of actions, as each report will be reviewed in accordance with our policies.

9.5 False or misleading abuse reports may result in penalties, including suspension or termination of your account.

10. Account Suspension and Termination

10.1 We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your account if you violate these Terms of Use or engage in any form of misconduct.

10.2 If we reasonably suspect that you have breached these Terms of Use, we may take one or more of the following actions:

a) Send you one or more formal warnings.

b) Temporarily suspend your access to the Platform.

c) Delete your account.

d) Remove or restrict access to your content (make it invisible) if required by law, if it violates these Terms of Use, our guidelines, copyright laws, or if it is unlawful, illegal, threatening, harassing, or subject to third-party complaints, at our sole discretion and without prior notice.

e) Provide your content to law enforcement, regulatory bodies, or other authorities if required by law.

f) Change the conditions of your access to the Platform without prior warning.

10.3 If your account is suspended or terminated, you must not attempt to bypass such actions by creating a new account or accessing the Platform through other means.

10.4 You may delete your account at any time through your account settings. However, terminated accounts may not be reinstated.

10.5 We may retain certain data after account termination or deletion for legal, security, or operational purposes, in accordance with applicable laws.

10.6 If we do not take immediate action against a breach of these Terms of Use, this does not waive our right to take action later.

11. Disclaimers and Limited Warranties

11.1 Platform Provided “As-Is”

We provide the Platform and its services on an “as is” and “as available” basis, without warranties or representations of any kind, whether express, implied, statutory, or otherwise.

11.2 No Warranty or Representation

We do not warrant or represent that:

a) The Platform will operate without faults, interruptions, security vulnerabilities, viruses, or other harmful components, or that defects will be corrected.

b) The information available on the Platform is accurate, complete, reliable, useful, up-to-date, or suitable for your purposes.

c) User-generated content, including posts, statements, and advice, is accurate, lawful, or free from defamatory, misleading, or otherwise objectionable material.

11.3 Responsibility for User Content

You acknowledge that other users may publish posts relating to you on the Platform. Such posts may be critical, defamatory, or otherwise unlawful. Subject to Section 10 (Limitations of Liability), you agree not to hold us liable for any such posts, regardless of whether we were aware of them.

11.4 No Background Checks

We are not responsible for user interactions, outcomes, or third-party actions on or outside the Platform. We do not conduct background checks on users but reserve the right to do so at our discretion.

11.5 Right to Modify or Suspend

We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any or all Platform services at any time, without notice or explanation.

11.6 Warranty Exclusions

To the maximum extent permitted by law and subject to Section 10 (Limitations of Liability), we exclude all warranties, guarantees, and representations relating to the Platform, its services, and your use of it.

12. Limitation of Liability

12.1 Legal Limitations

Nothing in these Terms of Use will:

a) Limit any liabilities in a way that is not permitted under applicable law, or

b) Exclude any liabilities that may not be excluded under applicable law.

12.2 Scope of Liability Limits

The limitations and exclusions of liability in this Article 10 and elsewhere in these Terms of Use:

a) Are subject to Section 10.1, and

b) Govern all liabilities arising under these Terms of Use or relating to the Platform, including but not limited to liabilities arising in contract, tort (including negligence), strict liability, breach of statutory duty, or any other legal or equitable theory, even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages.

12.3 General Limitations

a) We provide the Platform and its services on an “as is” and “as available” basis, and you use them at your own risk.

b) We will not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, special, exemplary, or punitive damages, including but not limited to loss of profits, revenue, data, business opportunities, goodwill, or other intangible losses.

c) We are not responsible for any user interactions, communications, or meetings resulting from the Platform. You assume all risks associated with engaging with other users.

12.4 Specific Exclusions

We are not responsible for any damage or loss arising from:

a) Following or relying on user-generated content, including statements and advice.

b) Any interactions, communications, or meetings with individuals on the Platform, including behavior related to the use of our services.

c) Loss or corruption of data, including emails, files, databases, or software, as well as damage from viruses or security breaches.

d) Unauthorized access, identity theft, fraud, or other security threats.

e) Use of third-party services or content on the Platform.

12.5 Platform Changes and Data Retention

a) We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any Platform service at any time without compensation or prior notice.

b) If we stop providing the Platform, you will not be entitled to compensation for any loss or inconvenience.

c) We may retain certain data for legal, security, or operational purposes, even after account termination.

12.6 Maximum Liability Cap

To the maximum extent permitted by law, our total liability to you for any claim related to the Platform will be limited to the amount you paid for our services, if any, or the minimum amount permitted by applicable law.

12.7 No Personal Liability

You agree not to bring any claims personally against our officers, employees, agents, partners, contractors, licensors, affiliates, or third-party service providers in connection with any losses you suffer related to the Platform.

13. Indemnity

13.1 To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, you agree that you are solely responsible for your use (authorized or unauthorized) of the Platform. You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold us harmless, including our employees, officers, directors, consultants, contractors, representatives, affiliates, subsidiaries, agents, partners, licensors, and other related third parties, from and against any and all losses, damages, liabilities, claims, actions, suits, judgments, demands, costs, and expenses (including legal fees and settlement costs) incurred or suffered by us, arising directly or indirectly from:

a) Your use of or inability to use the Platform, including your content, conduct, or interactions on the Platform.

b) Your breach of these Terms of Use, any violation of applicable laws or regulations, or infringement of third-party rights (including intellectual property, privacy, and confidentiality rights).

c) Any dispute between you and a third party arising from or related to your use of the Platform.

13.2 We reserve the exclusive right to assume the defense, control, settlement, or resolution of any matter subject to indemnification under this section, at our sole discretion and without your prior consent.

13.3 You agree to fully cooperate with us in defending any claims, including providing necessary information and assistance as reasonably requested.

13.4 Refund-related chargebacks, disputes, or payment reversals are subject to the terms outlined in our Refund Policy, specifically Sections 5 (Duplicate Charges or Unauthorized Transactions), 6 (Disputes and Chargebacks), and 8 (Fraud Prevention and Abuse). Users are expected to follow the procedures described therein before initiating any external dispute or chargeback process.

14. Third-Party Links and Content

14.1 The Platform may include or allow Authorized Users to post third-party content (such as information, resources, marketing materials, purchase opportunities, promotions, sponsorships, advertisements, products, services, and events) as well as links to third-party websites. These links and content are provided for informational purposes only and do not constitute an endorsement, recommendation, or verification of their accuracy, reliability, or quality.

14.2 We do not control, endorse, or assume any responsibility for third-party websites, products, services, or content. Subject to Section 10 (Limitations of Liability), we are not liable for:

a) The quality, accuracy, reliability, completeness, usefulness, legality, or ownership of third-party content or websites.

b) Any loss or damage arising from your use of third-party services, including but not limited to transactions, payments, deliveries, participation in promotions, or event attendance.

c) Any third party’s compliance with applicable laws and regulations. You interact with third parties at your own risk.

14.3 Third parties may have their own Terms of Use and Privacy Policies, which may differ from ours. We cannot guarantee that these third parties follow the same security, privacy, or ethical standards as we do. We strongly advise you to review the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy of any external services or websites before engaging with them.

14.4 Our servers are located in the European Union, and users should be aware that third-party services may be subject to different jurisdictions and regulations.

15. Revisions

15.1 We reserve the right to update, modify, or replace these Terms of Use at any time, at our sole discretion, to reflect changes in our services, legal requirements, or operational needs.

15.2 You will be notified of any significant revisions through announcements on the Platform, email notifications, or other appropriate means. It is your responsibility to regularly review these Terms of Use to stay informed about any changes.

15.3 The revised Terms of Use will take effect from the date specified in the notification. By continuing to use the Platform after such modifications, you agree to be bound by the updated Terms of Use.

15.4 If you do not agree to the revised Terms of Use, you must stop using the Platform immediately and, if necessary, delete your account.

15.5 Minor modifications, clarifications, or updates that do not materially impact your rights or obligations may be made without prior notice.

15.6 We are not responsible for any losses or claims that arise from your failure to review or comply with the updated Terms of Use.

16. Assignment

16.1 You hereby agree that we may assign, transfer, sub-contract, or otherwise deal with our rights and/or obligations under these Terms of Use without requiring further consent from you. Such assignment shall not affect your rights under these Terms.

16.2 You may not, without our prior written consent, assign, transfer, sub-contract, or otherwise deal with any of your rights and/or obligations under these Terms of Use.

17. Severability

17.1 If any provision of these Terms of Use is determined by a court or other competent authority to be illegal, invalid, unenforceable, or otherwise void, that provision shall be enforced to the maximum extent permitted by law or, if necessary, replaced with a valid and enforceable provision that most closely reflects the original intent of the parties. The remainder of these Terms shall continue in full force and effect.

17.2 If a provision is deemed unlawful or unenforceable only in part, that part shall be deemed deleted, while the rest of the provision shall remain in effect to the fullest extent permitted by law.

18. Third-Party Rights

18.1 These Terms of Use are intended solely for the benefit of the parties involved and do not create any rights or benefits for third parties, nor shall any third party have the right to enforce any provision of these Terms.

18.2 The exercise of any rights under these Terms of Use by either party does not require the consent of any third party.

19. No Waiver

19.1 No failure or delay by either party in exercising any right or remedy under these Terms of Use shall constitute a waiver of that or any other right or remedy. A waiver of any breach of these Terms of Use shall only be effective if expressly given in writing by the party not in breach.

19.2 A waiver of any breach shall not be construed as a waiver of any subsequent or continuing breach of the same or any other provision of these Terms of Use.

20. Entire Agreement

20.1 These Terms of Use, along with any applicable policies explicitly referenced herein (such as our Privacy Policy and Refund Policy), constitute the entire agreement between the parties concerning the subject matter herein and supersede all prior agreements, understandings, or representations, whether written or oral.

21. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

21.1 These Terms of Use shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of the State of Wyoming, United States.

21.2 Any disputes arising from or in connection with these Terms of Use shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in the State of Wyoming, United States.

22. Dispute Resolution

22.1 Users agree to make reasonable efforts to resolve any disputes arising from or related to these Terms of Use through good-faith negotiation.

22.2 If a dispute cannot be resolved through negotiation, the parties agree to attempt mediation or arbitration before initiating legal action.

22.3 Any disputes shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of the State of Wyoming, United States.

22.4 Users waive the right to participate in any class-action lawsuits against Sanctified Dating.

23. Language of the Terms of Use

23.1 The parties agree that the governing language of these Terms of Use is English. In case of any discrepancies between the English version and any translations, the English version shall prevail. Translations may be provided for convenience only and shall not be considered legally binding.

24. Contact Information

For any questions regarding these Terms of Use, you may contact us at [email protected]

This Platform is owned and operated by Sanctified Dating LLC, a registered entity in the United States, with its registered office located at:

2232 Dell Range Blvd, Ste 242 #5853, Cheyenne, WY 82009.