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Terms of Use

Last Updated: January 2026

Welcome to BenefitScore. These Terms of Use ("Terms") govern your access to and use of the BenefitScore website and services. By accessing or using our services, you agree to be bound by these Terms.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using the BenefitScore website and services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, you must not access or use our services.

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Your continued use of our services following any changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms.

2. Description of Services

BenefitScore provides an online calculator and informational resources designed to help users understand their potential eligibility for various government assistance programs. Our services include:

  • A Benefit Score calculator that estimates potential program eligibility
  • Educational information about government benefit programs
  • Resources and links to official program information

Important: BenefitScore is not a government agency and does not determine actual eligibility for any benefit program. Our calculator provides estimates only. Actual eligibility is determined solely by the relevant government agencies.

3. User Responsibilities

When using our services, you agree to:

  • Provide accurate and truthful information
  • Use our services only for lawful purposes
  • Not attempt to interfere with or disrupt our services
  • Not use automated systems to access our services without permission
  • Not impersonate any person or entity
  • Comply with all applicable laws and regulations

4. Intellectual Property

All content on the BenefitScore website, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, software, and the overall design, is the property of BenefitScore or its licensors and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, create derivative works from, publicly display, or otherwise use any content from our website without our prior written consent.

5. Third-Party Links and Services

Our website may contain links to third-party websites or services. We do not control, endorse, or assume responsibility for any third-party sites or their content, privacy policies, or practices. Your use of third-party websites is at your own risk.

6. Disclaimers

NO GOVERNMENT AFFILIATION: BenefitScore is a privately owned company. We are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or connected to any federal, state, or local government agency.

NO GUARANTEE OF ELIGIBILITY: The Benefit Score and information provided through our services are estimates only and do not guarantee eligibility for any program. Actual eligibility is determined by the relevant government agencies.

AS-IS BASIS: Our services are provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis without warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement.

ACCURACY OF INFORMATION: While we strive to provide accurate information, we do not warrant that our content is complete, accurate, reliable, current, or error-free. Government programs and eligibility requirements change frequently.

7. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, BenefitScore and its officers, directors, employees, agents, and affiliates shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including but not limited to loss of profits, data, or other intangible losses, arising out of or in connection with:

  • Your use or inability to use our services
  • Any errors or omissions in our content
  • Any unauthorized access to or use of our servers or your personal information
  • Any reliance on information provided through our services

In no event shall our total liability exceed the amount you paid to us, if any, for using our services.

8. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless BenefitScore and its officers, directors, employees, agents, and affiliates from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, or expenses arising out of or in connection with your use of our services or violation of these Terms.

9. Dispute Resolution

Any disputes arising out of or relating to these Terms or our services shall be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association. The arbitration shall take place in the state where BenefitScore is headquartered, and the arbitrator's decision shall be final and binding.

You agree to waive any right to participate in a class action lawsuit or class-wide arbitration against BenefitScore.

10. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the United States and the state where BenefitScore is headquartered, without regard to conflict of law principles.

11. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision shall be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary, and the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us at:

BenefitScore
Email: legal@benefitscore.org

⚠️ Important Notice: This content is provided as a general guide and is not an official source. We are not affiliated with the government. We make no guarantees regarding eligibility, accuracy, or completeness of the information provided; always verify with official government sources.

Any statements regarding eligibility or qualification are based solely on publicly available information and resources. Please verify all details with official government sources, as we cannot guarantee accuracy or eligibility. We do not provide benefits, nor do we process applications. All claims and applications must be submitted through official government channels.