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Please read these Terms of Use (“Terms”) carefully before using top4backgroundchecks.com (the “Site”) operated by Funnel Max Media (“we,” “us,” or “our”). By accessing or using the Site, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, please do not use this Site.
top4backgroundchecks.com is an independently operated review and comparison website. We evaluate and rank third-party background check and public records services based on our own expert opinions, testing, and editorial judgment. We are not affiliated with any government agency and do not provide background check services directly.
The owner of this Site is an employee of The Control Group Media Company, LLC, which provides management services to Instant Checkmate, TruthFinder, and Intelius — services that are reviewed and ranked on this Site. This relationship is fully disclosed in our Advertiser Disclosure.
We receive referral fees from the companies reviewed on this Site when users click through to those services. This compensation may influence the ranking and ordering of services listed on the Site, but does not influence the content of our reviews. Our editorial opinions are our own.
The background check services reviewed on this Site are not consumer reporting agencies as defined by the Fair Credit Reporting Act, 15 U.S.C. § 1681 et seq. (“FCRA”). The reports provided by those services are not consumer reports under the FCRA.
You may not use this Site or any service linked from this Site to make decisions about consumer credit eligibility, employment screening, tenant or rental screening, insurance underwriting, or any other purpose that would require FCRA compliance.
You may use this Site solely for lawful, personal, non-commercial purposes. Permitted uses include researching information about yourself, reconnecting with people you know, and general background research for personal purposes. You agree not to use the Site or any information obtained through it to stalk, harass, or harm any individual.
The reviews, ratings, scores, and pricing information published on this Site reflect our opinions at the time of publication and are subject to change. Pricing for third-party services changes frequently — always confirm current pricing directly with the service provider before subscribing. We make no warranty that any information on this Site is accurate, complete, or current.
Our Service may contain links to third-party websites or services that are not owned or controlled by Funnel Max Media. We have no control over, and assume no responsibility for, the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party websites or services.
You acknowledge and agree that Funnel Max Media shall not be responsible or liable, directly or indirectly, for any damage or loss caused or alleged to be caused by or in connection with use of or reliance on any such content, goods, or services available on or through any such third-party websites or services. We strongly advise you to read the terms and conditions and privacy policies of any third-party websites or services that you visit.
All content on this Site — including text, graphics, logos, and page layout — is the property of Funnel Max Media or its content suppliers and is protected by applicable intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works from any content on this Site without our express written permission.
We may terminate or suspend your access to the Service immediately, without prior notice or liability, under our sole discretion, for any reason whatsoever and without limitation, including but not limited to a breach of the Terms. All provisions of the Terms which by their nature should survive termination shall survive termination, including without limitation ownership provisions, warranty disclaimers, indemnity, and limitations of liability.
Your use of the Service is at your sole risk. The Service is provided on an “AS IS” and “AS AVAILABLE” basis without warranties of any kind, whether express or implied, including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, non-infringement, or course of performance.
Funnel Max Media, its subsidiaries, affiliates, and licensors do not warrant that (a) the Service will function uninterrupted, securely, or be available at any particular time or location; (b) any errors or defects will be corrected; (c) the Service is free of viruses or other harmful components; or (d) the results of using the Service will meet your requirements.
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Funnel Max Media and its directors, employees, partners, agents, and affiliates shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages — including loss of profits, data, or goodwill — arising out of your use of or inability to use this Site or any service linked from it, even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages.
You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless Funnel Max Media and its officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) arising out of your use of this Site or your violation of these Terms.
Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion of certain warranties or the exclusion or limitation of liability for consequential or incidental damages, so the limitations above may not apply to you.
These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of California, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Any disputes arising under these Terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in San Diego County, California.
Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms will not be considered a waiver of those rights. If any provision of these Terms is held to be invalid or unenforceable by a court, the remaining provisions will remain in effect. These Terms constitute the entire agreement between us regarding our Service and supersede any prior agreements we may have had.
We reserve the right, at our sole discretion, to modify or replace these Terms at any time. Material changes will be indicated by an updated “Last updated” date at the top of this page. Your continued use of the Site after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms.
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