Terms of Use

Last updated: June 2026

Please read these Terms of Use ("Terms") carefully before using KnowYourSender.com ("Site"). By accessing or using this Site, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, please do not use the Site.

1. About This Site

KnowYourSender.com is an independent editorial and review site. We provide information about third-party public records services to help consumers make informed decisions. We are not affiliated with any government agency or law enforcement body.

2. Affiliate Disclosure

This Site contains affiliate links. When you click a link and purchase a product or service, we may receive a commission at no additional cost to you. Our editorial opinions are our own and are not influenced by affiliate relationships. We only recommend services we believe provide genuine value.

3. FCRA Notice

Important: The third-party services referenced on this Site, including Instant Checkmate, are not consumer reporting agencies as defined by the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA). Information obtained through these services must not be used to make decisions about consumer credit, employment, insurance, tenant screening, or any other purpose that would require FCRA compliance. These services are intended for informational and personal use only.

4. Accuracy of Information

We make reasonable efforts to ensure the information on this Site is accurate and up to date, but we make no warranties or representations regarding completeness, accuracy, or reliability. Public records data provided by third-party services may contain errors or be out of date. Always verify important information through official sources.

5. No Legal or Professional Advice

Nothing on this Site constitutes legal, financial, or professional advice. The content is for informational purposes only. For legal matters, consult a licensed attorney.

6. Third-Party Links

This Site contains links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or terms of those sites. Visiting a linked site is at your own risk.

7. Prohibited Use

You agree not to use this Site to:

Violate any applicable local, state, or federal law
Harass, stalk, or harm any individual
Infringe on the intellectual property rights of others
Transmit spam, malware, or other harmful content
Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of this Site

8. Intellectual Property

All original content on this Site, including text, graphics, and design, is the property of KnowYourSender.com and may not be reproduced without written permission. Third-party trademarks and logos referenced on this Site remain the property of their respective owners.

9. Disclaimer of Warranties

This Site is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind, express or implied, including but not limited to warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement. We do not warrant that the Site will be uninterrupted, error-free, or free of viruses.

10. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, KnowYourSender.com and its owners shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of, or inability to use, this Site or any third-party service referenced herein.

11. Changes to These Terms

We reserve the right to update these Terms at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated date. Continued use of the Site after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms.

12. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Illinois, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

13. Contact Us

If you have questions about these Terms, please contact us at: legal@knowyoursender.com