FOREVERVAULT — TERMS OF SERVICE

Effective Date: December 1, 2025

Last Updated: December 1, 2025

These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your access to and use of the ForeverVault platform, services, websites, mobile interfaces, software, APIs, and related offerings (collectively, the "Service") provided by ForeverVault LLC, an Arizona limited liability company ("ForeverVault," "we," "our," or "us"). By accessing or using the Service, you agree to be bound by these Terms.

If you do not agree to these Terms, you may not use the Service.

1. ACCEPTANCE OF TERMS

By creating an account, accessing, or using the Service, you acknowledge that:

a. You have read, understood, and agree to these Terms;

b. You are at least sixteen (16) years old and legally capable of entering into a binding agreement;

c. You consent to receive required transactional, security, and authentication communications, including SMS messages, in accordance with Section 11; and

d. You agree to ForeverVault's Privacy Policy, which is incorporated by reference.

These Terms supersede any prior agreements or understandings relating to the Service.

2. DESCRIPTION OF THE SERVICE

ForeverVault is an encrypted digital document vault designed to store and manage user-selected documents, information, and digital files ("User Content"). ForeverVault provides:

a. Zero-knowledge, client-side encryption architecture;

b. Secure document upload, storage, and retrieval subject to item and storage limits;

c. Controlled document sharing and "Trusted Contact" designation;

d. Optional legacy-related features;

e. Optional blockchain-anchored timestamp certificates; and

f. Authentication mechanisms including SMS-based codes.

ForeverVault does not provide legal, financial, tax, estate, or investment advice.

3. ZERO-KNOWLEDGE ARCHITECTURE

3.1 Client-Side Encryption

All User Content is encrypted on your device prior to transmission to ForeverVault's servers. ForeverVault does not possess, and cannot reconstruct, your encryption keys or decrypted User Content.

3.2 No Access to User Content

ForeverVault cannot view, access, alter, or decrypt User Content. You acknowledge and agree that:

a. ForeverVault cannot recover lost passwords;

b. ForeverVault cannot restore access to User Content if decryption keys are lost;

c. ForeverVault does not hold, manage, or store private cryptographic keys, seed phrases, or passwords for third-party accounts.

3.3 Technical Limitations

Because of this architecture, certain system actions—including account recovery, legacy actions, and deletion—are performed without access to decrypted User Content.

4. ACCOUNT REGISTRATION AND SECURITY

4.1 Registration

To use the Service, you must create an account with accurate and complete information.

4.2 Account Security

You are solely responsible for:

a. Maintaining the confidentiality of your login credentials;

b. All activity occurring under your account;

c. Ensuring that your device is secure and free from malware.

4.3 Unauthorized Access

You must immediately notify ForeverVault at info@forevervault.com of any suspected unauthorized access.

ForeverVault is not responsible for losses arising from compromised credentials, devices, or networks.

5. USER CONTENT AND STORAGE LIMITS

5.1 Ownership

You retain all rights to the User Content you upload.

5.2 License to Store Encrypted Content

You grant ForeverVault a limited, revocable, nonexclusive license to store, transmit, and process encrypted User Content solely for the purpose of providing the Service.

5.3 Storage Limits

User accounts are subject to:

a. Item limits (e.g., 5 items for Free, 100 items for Premium, 200 items for Platinum);

b. Total storage capacity limits;

c. Maximum file size limits;

d. Technical restrictions necessary to maintain service integrity.

ForeverVault may enforce these limits at any time.

5.4 Prohibited Content

You may not upload:

Malware, viruses, or harmful code;

Illegal or infringing content;

Content that facilitates unlawful activity;

Sensitive cryptographic secrets such as private keys, seed phrases, or account passwords.

6. SUBSCRIPTIONS, LIFETIME PLANS, AND PAYMENTS

6.1 Subscriptions

Premium and Platinum Service tiers are offered on a subscription basis (monthly or annual). Subscriptions automatically renew unless cancelled.

6.2 Lifetime Plans

A "Lifetime" plan refers to the lifetime of:

a. The original account holder; or

b. The Service itself;

whichever ends first.

Lifetime plans do not guarantee perpetual service operation.

6.3 No Refund Policy

All fees—including subscription payments, lifetime plan payments, and upgrades—are non-refundable, to the maximum extent permitted by law.

6.4 Price Changes

ForeverVault may modify pricing at any time. For subscription users, price changes will take effect at the next renewal term.

7. INACTIVITY AND ACCOUNT STATUS

7.1 User-Selected Inactivity Period

Users may select an inactivity interval (e.g., 3, 6, 12, or 18 months). If no login or meaningful account activity occurs during this period:

a. ForeverVault may issue inactivity notices;

b. Failure to respond may result in account status changes.

7.2 Inactivity Notices

ForeverVault may send periodic verification notices to confirm account status. Lack of response may result in:

a. Notification to Trusted Contacts;

b. Restrictions on account functionality;

c. Marking the account as "inactive."

7.3 Inactive Account Closure

If an account remains inactive without response to verification attempts, ForeverVault may:

a. Freeze the account;

b. Restrict uploads or changes;

c. Schedule the account for closure after a reasonable period (e.g., 24 months).

8. DEATH OF ACCOUNT HOLDER

8.1 Death Reporting

ForeverVault may process a death notification from:

a. A designated Trusted Contact;

b. A court-appointed executor or personal representative;

c. A verified next-of-kin with appropriate documentation.

8.2 Account Status After Death

Upon verified death:

a. The account enters "Deceased Status";

b. Login is disabled;

c. Trusted Contacts or authorized heirs may retrieve User Content;

d. No further uploads or changes may be made.

8.3 Estate Retrieval Period

ForeverVault will maintain the account in Deceased Status for up to twenty-four (24) months, after which:

The account will be closed;

Encrypted User Content will be permanently deleted;

Decryption keys and associated metadata will be purged.

8.4 Unclaimed Accounts

If no heir or executor claims the account within 24 months, ForeverVault may permanently purge the account.

9. DATA STORAGE AND SECURITY

9.1 U.S. Data Storage

All data, including encrypted User Content, is stored exclusively in the United States using Amazon Web Services ("AWS") infrastructure.

9.2 No Guarantee of Data Retention

ForeverVault does not guarantee storage or retention of User Content following:

Account deletion;

Subscription expiration;

Failure to comply with inactivity or death policies;

Service discontinuation.

9.3 Backups

ForeverVault may maintain encrypted backups for operational reliability. Backups follow the same deletion schedule as primary data.

10. BLOCKCHAIN CERTIFICATES

10.1 Overview

Platinum plans may include optional blockchain-anchored timestamp certificates, generated via third-party services such as OpenTimestamps.

10.2 No Legal Guarantee

ForeverVault does not represent or warrant:

The legal validity of blockchain timestamps;

The availability or accuracy of third-party blockchain services;

The acceptance of blockchain-anchored certificates in any jurisdiction.

10.3 No Storage of Blockchain Keys

ForeverVault does not store or manage private keys associated with blockchain operations.

11. SMS AUTHENTICATION AND COMMUNICATIONS

11.1 Consent to SMS

By registering an account, you consent to receive SMS messages for:

One-time passcodes;

Account verification;

Multi-factor authentication;

Security notices.

11.2 Necessary Communications

SMS messages related to account security are required for Service operation and cannot be opted out without disabling such features.

11.3 Message Rates

Standard messaging and data rates may apply.

12. PROHIBITED USES

You may not use the Service to:

a. Violate any law or regulation;

b. Upload malicious content or harmful code;

c. Interfere with Service operations;

d. Attempt to bypass or disable security mechanisms;

e. Scrape, harvest, or access the Service using automated tools;

f. Store cryptographic private keys, seed phrases, or passwords to third-party systems;

g. Access or attempt to access other users' Content without authorization.

13. SERVICE MODIFICATIONS

ForeverVault may modify, suspend, or discontinue the Service or any portion thereof at any time, including:

Features, functionality, or interfaces;

Storage limits;

Subscription plans;

Access methods.

Lifetime plans do not prevent modification or discontinuation of the Service.

14. TERMINATION

14.1 By User

You may stop using the Service or delete your account at any time.

14.2 By ForeverVault

ForeverVault may suspend or terminate an account for:

a. Violation of these Terms;

b. Illegal or harmful activity;

c. Failure to respond to inactivity notices;

d. Death and expiration of the 24-month retrieval period;

e. Non-payment for subscription plans.

14.3 Effect of Termination

Upon termination:

Access to the Service is revoked;

Encrypted User Content may be deleted;

ForeverVault has no obligation to maintain or provide backups.

15. DISCLAIMERS

To the fullest extent permitted by law:

a. The Service is provided on an "AS IS" and "AS AVAILABLE" basis;

b. ForeverVault disclaims all warranties, express or implied, including fitness for a particular purpose;

c. ForeverVault does not warrant that the Service will be uninterrupted, error-free, or immune from unauthorized access;

d. ForeverVault does not guarantee the recoverability, retention, or legal sufficiency of User Content or blockchain certificates.

16. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

To the maximum extent permitted by law:

a. ForeverVault shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, consequential, special, punitive, or exemplary damages;

b. ForeverVault's total liability for any claim shall not exceed the amount paid by you for the Service in the twelve (12) months preceding the event giving rise to the claim;

c. ForeverVault is not responsible for losses arising from forgotten passwords, lost encryption keys, or user error.

Some jurisdictions do not allow certain limitations; in such cases, limitations apply to the fullest extent permitted.

17. INDEMNIFICATION

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless ForeverVault from any claims, losses, liabilities, costs, and expenses arising out of:

a. Your use of the Service;

b. Violation of these Terms;

c. Uploaded User Content;

d. Misuse of sharing features;

e. Actions by heirs or trusted contacts.

18. ARBITRATION AGREEMENT AND CLASS-ACTION WAIVER

18.1 Binding Arbitration

Any dispute, claim, or controversy arising out of or relating to these Terms or the Service shall be resolved exclusively through binding arbitration administered by the American Arbitration Association ("AAA") under its Commercial Arbitration Rules.

18.2 Class-Action Waiver

You agree to resolve disputes only on an individual basis. You waive the right to participate in class actions, class arbitrations, or representative actions.

18.3 Opt-Out Option

You may opt out of arbitration by sending written notice within 30 days of account creation to:

ForeverVault LLC — Legal Department

P.O. Box 170168, Miami Florida 33015

19. GOVERNING LAW

These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Arizona, without regard to conflict-of-laws principles.

Venue for any permitted court actions shall be in state or federal courts located in Arizona.

20. SEVERABILITY

If any provision of these Terms is found unenforceable, the remaining provisions remain in full force.

21. CHANGES TO THESE TERMS

ForeverVault may modify these Terms at any time. Continued use of the Service constitutes acceptance of updated Terms.

22. CONTACT INFORMATION

For questions, notices, and legal correspondence:

ForeverVault LLC

Email: info@forevervault.com

Address: P.O. Box 170168, Miami Florida 33015