Terms of Service

    Effective Date: February 4, 2025

    Last Updated: February 4, 2025

    Welcome to TheLZ.org! 🏕️ This platform is designed to provide mental health resources, peer support, and career assistance to veterans. By using our site, you agree to these Terms of Service (TOS). Please read them carefully.

    1. Acceptance of Terms

    By accessing or using TheLZ.org, you acknowledge that you:

    • Are at least 18 years old or have legal permission to use this site.
    • Will follow community guidelines and treat others with respect.
    • Understand that this site does not provide medical or legal advice.

    If you do not agree with these terms, please do not use TheLZ.org.

    2. What We Offer

    • Peer Support Community – Connect with fellow veterans in forums and discussions.
    • Mental Health & Wellness Tools – Access grounding exercises and self-help resources.
    • Career & Financial Assistance – Find job training programs, VA benefits, and resume-building tools.

    We strive to maintain an inclusive and supportive environment for all veterans. 🫡

    3. User Responsibilities

    By using this site, you agree to:

    • Follow all applicable laws and regulations.
    • Engage respectfully in discussions (no harassment, hate speech, or bullying).
    • Protect your login credentials and notify us of any suspicious activity.
    • Avoid posting harmful, false, or misleading information.

    Prohibited Behavior:

    • Spamming, advertising, or unauthorized promotions.
    • Impersonating another person or misleading others.
    • Uploading viruses, malware, or any harmful content.

    Violation of these rules may result in account suspension or removal.

    4. No Medical or Legal Advice

    TheLZ.org provides mental health resources and peer support, but we are NOT medical professionals.

    • 🚨 In Crisis? Call 988 or visit Veterans Crisis Line.
    • ⚖️ Need Legal Help? Consult a licensed attorney for legal matters.

    Use this site as a supportive resource, not a replacement for professional care.

    5. Privacy & Data Protection

    Your privacy matters! 🛡️ Please review our Privacy Policy for details on:

    • What data we collect
    • How we use and protect your information
    • Your rights and choices

    We do not sell your data and take security seriously.

    6. Third-Party Links & Resources

    Our site contains links to:

    • VA Benefits & Assistance
    • Career Resources
    • Mental Health & Crisis Support

    We do not control external sites and are not responsible for their content. Always review their policies before sharing personal information.

    7. Account Suspension & Termination

    We may suspend or terminate accounts that violate our Terms of Service, including:

    • Harassment, abuse, or hate speech
    • Illegal activity or fraud
    • Repeated violations of community guidelines

    We reserve the right to modify, restrict, or remove accounts at our discretion to protect the community.

    8. Changes to These Terms

    We may update these Terms of Service as needed.

    • Major updates will be announced on the site.
    • Continued use of TheLZ.org after updates means you accept the new terms.

    Check this page periodically for changes.

    9. Limitation of Liability

    We provide this site "as is", meaning:

    • We are not responsible for user-generated content.
    • We do not guarantee uninterrupted or error-free access.
    • We are not liable for decisions made based on site content.

    Use this site at your own discretion. If something seems off, seek professional help.

    10. Contact Us

    If you have questions about these Terms of Service, reach out:

    Email: Admin@TheLZ.org

    By using TheLZ.org, you agree to these Terms of Service. Thank you for being part of our veteran community! 🫡💙