Terms of Service

The terms and conditions governing the use of our SCL-90 mental health assessment website

2025/03/10

Introduction

These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your use of the SCL-90 Mental Health Assessment website and services. By accessing or using our website, you agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy.

Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using our services, you confirm that:

  • You are at least 18 years of age (or the age of majority in your jurisdiction)
  • You have the authority to enter into this agreement
  • You agree to comply with all applicable laws and regulations
  • You understand that this assessment is for informational purposes only

No Account Required

Our service does not require account creation, registration, or login. You can use the SCL-90 assessment tool anonymously without providing any personal information.

Service Description

Free Basic Assessment

  • The SCL-90 assessment consists of 90 questions
  • The basic assessment and results are provided completely free of charge
  • Results include factor analysis and basic interpretation
  • Your data is stored locally in your browser only
  • Optional AI-powered deep analysis available for a one-time fee of $1.99
  • Provides personalized insights, detailed factor analysis, and professional recommendations
  • AI reports are stored in our secure cloud and accessible via unique session ID
  • Payment is processed securely through Stripe

Payment Terms

Pricing

  • Basic SCL-90 assessment: FREE
  • AI Deep Analysis: $1.99 (one-time payment)

Payment Processing

  • All payments are processed by Stripe, a PCI-DSS compliant payment processor
  • We do not collect, process, or store any payment card information
  • Payments are secure and encrypted

No Refund Policy

ALL SALES ARE FINAL. NO REFUNDS WILL BE PROVIDED.

By purchasing the AI Deep Analysis service, you acknowledge and agree that:

  • The purchase is non-refundable under any circumstances
  • You have reviewed the free basic assessment before making your purchase decision
  • Once you receive access to the AI analysis report, the transaction is complete
  • Technical issues should be reported for resolution, but will not result in refunds

Data Storage and Privacy

Local Storage (Free Service)

  • All free assessment data is stored locally in your browser
  • We do not collect, store, or have access to your test responses
  • Clearing your browser data will permanently delete your local test records

Cloud Storage (Paid AI Analysis)

  • When you purchase AI analysis, your test data is transmitted to our servers
  • AI analysis reports are stored securely in our cloud database
  • Reports are accessible only via unique session IDs
  • Your data remains anonymous - we cannot identify you personally

Acceptable Use

Permitted Use

You may use our service for:

  • Personal mental health self-assessment
  • Educational purposes
  • Understanding psychological well-being
  • Tracking mental health over time

Prohibited Activities

You agree not to:

  • Use the service for clinical diagnosis or treatment decisions
  • Rely solely on this assessment for mental health decisions
  • Attempt to hack, reverse engineer, or compromise the website
  • Use automated systems or bots to access the service
  • Interfere with or disrupt the service or servers
  • Upload or transmit viruses, malware, or harmful code
  • Violate any applicable laws or regulations
  • Use the service to harm yourself or others

Disclaimers and Limitations

Medical Disclaimer

IMPORTANT: This service is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

  • This assessment is for informational and educational purposes only
  • It is not a diagnostic tool and should not be used for self-diagnosis
  • Always seek the advice of qualified mental health professionals
  • In case of emergency or crisis, contact emergency services immediately
  • We are not responsible for any decisions made based on assessment results

Service Availability

  • Our services are provided "as is" and "as available"
  • We do not guarantee uninterrupted, secure, or error-free service
  • We may modify, suspend, or discontinue services at any time without notice
  • Service availability may vary by location and device

No Warranties

We disclaim all warranties, express or implied, including but not limited to:

  • Warranties of merchantability
  • Fitness for a particular purpose
  • Non-infringement
  • Accuracy or reliability of assessment results

Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law:

  • We shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages
  • Our total liability shall not exceed the amount you paid for AI analysis services ($1.99)
  • We are not liable for:
    • Decisions made based on assessment results
    • Mental health outcomes or consequences
    • Technical issues, data loss, or browser-related problems
    • Third-party services (including Stripe payment processing)
    • Events beyond our reasonable control

Intellectual Property

Our Rights

The SCL-90 assessment tool, website design, content, logos, and user interface are protected by copyright and intellectual property laws. All rights reserved.

Your Rights

You retain ownership of your assessment responses. By using the AI analysis service, you grant us a limited license to process your data solely for providing the AI analysis.

SCL-90 Assessment

The SCL-90 psychological assessment is a standardized clinical instrument. Our implementation is for educational and informational purposes only.

Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services:

  • Stripe: Payment processing (subject to Stripe's Terms of Service)
  • AI Service Provider: For generating analysis reports
  • Web Hosting: For website infrastructure

Your use of these services may be subject to their respective terms and privacy policies.

Privacy

Your privacy is important to us. Our Privacy Policy describes our data practices and is incorporated into these Terms by reference. Key points:

  • No account or login required
  • Free assessments stored locally in your browser only
  • Minimal data collection
  • AI analysis reports stored securely and anonymously
  • No personal information collected

Children's Use

This service is intended for adults aged 18 and over. We do not knowingly provide services to minors. If you are under 18, please use this service with parental or guardian supervision.

Modifications to Terms

Updates

  • We may update these Terms periodically
  • Material changes will be posted on our website
  • Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance of new Terms
  • The "Last Updated" date will reflect the most recent changes

Termination

By You

You may stop using our service at any time. Your locally stored data can be deleted through your browser settings.

By Us

We reserve the right to:

  • Refuse service to anyone for any reason
  • Terminate or suspend access for violations of these Terms
  • Modify or discontinue the service at any time

Dispute Resolution

Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of [Your Jurisdiction], without regard to conflict of law principles.

Dispute Resolution Process

Any disputes should first be addressed by contacting us through our website. If disputes cannot be resolved informally, they shall be resolved through binding arbitration where permitted by law.

Class Action Waiver

You agree to resolve disputes individually and waive the right to participate in class actions or collective proceedings.

Contact Information

If you have questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us through the contact form on our website.

Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.

Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and us regarding the use of our service.

Last Updated: March 10, 2025