Effective Date: February 27th, 2026
These Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) govern your use of the Rescue Force mobile application and related services (the “Service”), operated by Rescue Force, a nonprofit organization (“Rescue Force,” “we,” “us,” or “our”).
By downloading, accessing, or using the Service, you agree to these Terms.
Rescue Force provides a community-based platform designed to facilitate animal rescue coordination, volunteer engagement, and informational services.
Rescue Force does not provide veterinary care, law enforcement services, or guaranteed emergency response.
The Service is provided “as is” and for informational and coordination purposes only.
You must be at least 16 years old to use the Service.
If you are under 18, you represent that you have parental or guardian permission.
You are responsible for:
We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate these Terms.
The Service may connect you with volunteers or other users.
Rescue Force:
You assume full responsibility when interacting with other users.
You agree to exercise independent judgment and appropriate caution.
If you provide your mobile phone number and opt in, you consent to receive SMS messages from Rescue Alert related to:
Message frequency varies based on activity and engagement.
Message and data rates may apply.
Reply STOP to unsubscribe at any time.
Reply HELP for assistance or contact info@rescueforce.org.
You can also opt out of SMS messages by toggling SMS Messaging off in the app’s settings.
Wireless carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages.
Rescue Alert does not send marketing or fundraising SMS messages without separate express consent.
You agree not to:
We may suspend or terminate access for violations.
The App and all associated intellectual property rights remain the property of Rescue Force.
You may not copy, modify, distribute, or create derivative works without written permission.
The Service requires an active internet connection.
You are responsible for:
Rescue Force is not responsible for service interruptions caused by connectivity issues.
Certain features of the Service, including real-time location sharing and map functionality, may consume significant mobile data.
The Service integrates with third-party services including mapping, messaging, push notification, and SMS providers. Your use of these features may be subject to those providers’ terms of service. Rescue Force is not responsible for the availability, accuracy, or content of third-party services.
You retain ownership of content you submit (photos, descriptions, rescue reports). By submitting content, you grant Rescue Force a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide license to use, display, and distribute such content in connection with operating and improving the Service. You represent that you have the right to submit any content you provide.
Certain features require access to your device’s location. You may enable or disable location sharing at any time through the app’s settings. Location data is used solely for rescue coordination and is handled in accordance with our Privacy Policy.
Before filing any legal claim, you agree to contact Rescue Force at info@rescueforce.org and attempt to resolve the dispute informally for at least 30 days.
The Service is provided on an “AS IS” and “AS AVAILABLE” basis.
We do not warrant that:
Use of the Service is at your own risk.
To the maximum extent permitted by law, Rescue Force shall not be liable for:
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Rescue Force from claims arising out of:
We may:
We are not obligated to maintain compatibility with all device versions.
We may terminate or suspend your access without notice if you violate these Terms.
Upon termination:
Your use of the Service is governed by our Privacy Policy available at:
https://rescueforce.org/privacy-policy
We may update these Terms from time to time.
Changes become effective when posted with an updated effective date.
Continued use of the Service constitutes acceptance of revised Terms.
Any legal action shall be brought in the courts located in Multnomah County, Oregon, United States.
Rescue Force
info@rescueforce.org
https://rescueforce.org