Terms of Service

Terms of Service Agreement

1. Terms of Service

Last Updated: February 10th, 2025

Please read these Terms of Service (“Terms,” “Terms and Conditions”) carefully before using the website (the “Service”) 501c3Center.com operated by BryteBridge Consulting, LLC DBA 501(C)(3) Center Co. (“us,” “we,” “our” or “501c3 Center”).

501c3 Center aims to process all orders as accurately and efficiently as possible.

Your access to and use of the Service is conditioned upon your acceptance of and compliance with these Terms. These Terms apply to all visitors, users, and others who wish to access or use the Service.

You agree to be bound by these Terms by accessing or using the Service. If you disagree with any part of the terms, you do not have permission to access the Service.

501c3 Center provides online self-directed formation, 501c3, 990, compliance, and registered agent services for businesses based in the United States of America. 501c3 Center delivers software as a service through its website, client portal, or mobile application (as may be offered from time to time) (either as “Site” or “App”) for clients to (i) form a business with a particular state or commonwealth of the United States of America (“State”); (ii) obtain registered agent services; (iii) ensure the business’ good standing status with a State or federal agency; (iv) protect the business’ privacy; (v) file certain documents with a State or federal agency; and (vi) obtain additional services that 501c3 Center may offer from time to time. All products and services described within the terms of Service and any other products and services offered by 501c3 Center at any time shall be defined herein as “Service” or “Services.” To use the Service, clients must read and accept all of the terms and conditions in, and linked to, this Terms of Service agreement (the “Agreement”). 501c3 Center may modify this Agreement from time to time at its sole discretion, and clients may be notified as set forth below. 501c3 Center strongly recommends that, as clients read this Agreement, they also access and read the linked information.

BY ACCEPTING THIS AGREEMENT, CLIENTS ACKNOWLEDGE THAT THEY HAVE READ, UNDERSTOOD, AND AGREE TO BE BOUND BY ALL OF THE TERMS, CONDITIONS, AND NOTICES CONTAINED IN THIS AGREEMENT JUST AS IF THEY HAD SIGNED AND ACKNOWLEDGED ACCEPTANCE OF THIS AGREEMENT.

A relationship with 501c3 Center Co. does not provide those legal and professional protections that usually exist under an attorney-client relationship, such as the following: (a) privileged communication between an attorney and client; (b) the requirement for an attorney to use a client trust account for safekeeping of fees paid in advance; or (c) prohibitions preventing an attorney from having impermissible relationships with clients, representing other persons with conflicting interests, receiving referral fees from third-party vendors, or prospectively limiting liability for malpractice through a contractual provision in a client agreement.

If the IRS, state agency, or other regulator has initiated an enforcement proceeding claiming an individual or entity has violated the applicable law, such individuals or entities must retain legal counsel to represent them before the regulatory body. Although the 501c3 Center may serve as an expert regarding industry practices, it is not a substitute for engaging appropriate legal counsel to represent such individuals or entities.

Determining to use a third-party formation, compliance, or tax services provider is essential and should not be based solely on advertisements or self-proclaimed expertise. A description or indication of limitation of 501c3 Center’s compliance services does not mean that an agency or board has certified 501c3 Center as a specialist or expert in entity compliance. We encourage potential clients to investigate and evaluate the 501c3 Center independently.

2. Eligibility, Point of Contact, Account Ownership

The Services found at this Site and provided by 501c3 Center are available only to clients who can form legally binding contracts under applicable law. By using the Services found at this Site, clients represent and warrant that they are (i) at least eighteen (18) years of age and/or (ii) otherwise recognized as being able to form legally binding contracts under applicable law. Clients further represent and warrant that they are not on the United States Department of Treasury, Office of Foreign Asset Control’s list of Specially Designated Nationals and Blocked Persons and are not otherwise persons to whom 501c3 Center is legally prohibited from providing Services.

Clients shall designate a Primary “Point of Contact” to work with 501c3 Center and its representatives. The Point of Contact shall have full authority to enter into agreements and make binding decisions on behalf of the client. 501c3 Center may rely on representations made by the Point of Contact. Clients may change the Point of Contact at any time by giving written notice to 501c3 Center following the notice provisions of this Agreement. 501c3 Center is not obligated to accept instructions from anyone other than the Point of Contact.

Notwithstanding the foregoing, 501c3 Center shall not be liable for any loss or damage resulting from 501c3 Centers’ reliance on any instruction, notice, document, or communication reasonably believed by 501c3 Center to be genuine and originating from an authorized representative of the client’s corporate entity. If there is reasonable doubt about the authenticity of any such instruction, notice, document, or communication, 501c3 Center reserves the right (but not the obligation) to require additional authentication from the client. To permit 501c3 Center to protect the quality of its products and services, clients consent to the 501c3 Center team accessing the account and records on a case-by-case basis to investigate complaints or other allegations of abuse.

3. Client Responsibilities and Communication

a.  Account Creation

To use certain features of the Services, clients must register for an account (“Account”) and provide certain information about themselves as prompted by the online portal, app, or intake questionnaires. Clients represent and warrant that: (a) all required registration information submitted is truthful and accurate; (b) they will maintain the accuracy of such information.

Clients may delete their Account at any time, for any reason, by following the instructions on the Site, subject to early termination fees, as applicable. 501c3 Center may suspend or terminate the Account per the Term and Termination Section.

b. Communication Methods

All client communication, including phone calls, emails, text messages, and other forms of electronic communication through 501c3 Centers ‘online portal, is documented and recorded. Clients consent to receive text and email messages sent by an automatic dialing system to remind and update them on order status, along with ongoing marketing and client communication. Message and data rates may apply and are not the 501c3 Centers’ responsibility. Clients can reply “stop” to opt out of text messaging. Opting out of email or text message communication may prevent clients from receiving vital information or updates regarding their orders or accounts.

c. Information Quality

The client is responsible for providing documents, data, materials, and reviews, including login codes for electronic submissions, necessary to complete the work and submit it when applicable. This is especially important for electronic submissions. The client is responsible for getting all the information required to the 501c3 Center on time. It is the client’s responsibility to obtain all essential third-party consent and agreements. Please keep in mind that the success of 501c3 Centers’ work directly results from the quality of the information provided to the team and through the intake questionnaires.

d. Language Requirements

All 501c3 Centers’ information and communication is provided in English. While translation tools may offer clients convenience, 501c3 Center is only responsible for, and can only guarantee, the accuracy of information using US English.

e. Responsible Party

501c3 Centers’ review of answers is limited to completeness, spelling, and internal consistency of names, addresses, and the like. Clients will read the final document(s) before signing them, where applicable, and agree to be solely responsible for the final document(s).

f. Electronic Records and Signatures

Clients give 501c3 Center and any affiliated companies or third parties consent to affix an electronic signature where required to file documents. Clients understand that they may withdraw their consent, provided their documents have not already been filed, by calling 501c3 Center Customer Service at 1- 561-501-3145.

 

g. Third Party Acknowledgement

Clients consent to allow 501c3 Center to subcontract some parts or the whole of any order, obligations, or other performance.

h. Termination

501c3 Center reserves the right to terminate the agreement and any related orders or services in the event of abusive or noncordial behavior. In the event of this occurrence, 501c3 Center may terminate the agreement per the Cancellation Policy.

4. Payments and Payment Terms

Clients represent and warrant that if they are purchasing something from 501c3 Center, (i) any payment information supplied is accurate and complete, (ii) charges incurred will be honored by their credit card company or banking institution, and (iii) they will pay the charges incurred at the posted prices, including any applicable taxes. Billing will appear as 501c3 Center for any purchase made within its network of websites. Work will not begin on any order until payment is made in full or an appropriate deposit and payment plan is implemented.

a. Split Payments/Payment Plans

If 501c3 Center accepts a split payment plan, 501c3 Center will debit the client’s account for the remaining balance upon completing a service order or in 30 days, whichever occurs first. Subsequent payments on a payment plan order are automatically programmed into the merchant payment system and typically happen automatically.

b. Unpaid Balances

Accounts or orders more than 60 days in delinquency may be sent to a collection agency, and clients are responsible for paying for all handling, collection, or legal costs. Late payments, insufficient funds, or credit card cancellations (chargebacks) may result in an additional processing fee of $50, plus delayed service order processing and ongoing support. Unresolved payments may be reported to credit reporting agencies.

Clients with an unpaid balance to 501c3 Center who do not make satisfactory payment arrangements may have their account placed with an external collection agency. They will be responsible for reimbursement of the fee of any collection agency, which may be based on a percentage at a maximum of 35% of the debt, and all costs and expenses, including reasonable collection and attorney’s fees incurred during collection efforts.

For 501c3 Center its designated external collection agency to service the account, and where not prohibited by applicable law, clients agree that 501c3 Center and the designated external collection agency are authorized to (i) contact them by telephone at the telephone number(s) they are providing, including wireless telephone numbers, which could result in charges to them, (ii) contact them by sending text messages (message and data rates may apply) or emails, using any email address they provide, and (iii) methods of contact may include using pre-recorded/artificial voice messages and/or use of an automatic dialing device, as applicable.

c. Filing Fees

501c3 Center charges fees to perform the ordered services. All state, government, or agency filing, late, penalty, or other fees are the client’s sole responsibility and are not included in 501c3 Centers’ service cost.

At 501c3 Centers’ sole discretion and with permission from clients, the 501c3 Center team may collect the filing fees upfront and pass them on directly to the state, government, governing agency, or any other third party.

Additionally, the 501c3 Center may add a convenience fee to cover the time and risk associated with making payments before receiving payment, with the client’s disclosure and permission.

5. Cancellation, Abandoned Orders, and Refund Policy

a. Refund and Cancellation Policy

Clients may cancel and receive a full refund for incomplete work within 30 days of the initial order.

For partially completed orders, the 501c3 Center will prorate a refund based on the work that has been completed.

The technology, applications, templates, and tools are the intellectual property of 501c3 Center, and thus, access to these tools is a portion of the service for which clients have made payment.

b. Canceled or Abandoned Orders

If an order is considered abandoned or canceled after 120 days, 501c3 Center may retain the amount you paid as liquidated damages. This covers the costs associated with our commitment to servicing your order. Clients understand that 501c3 Center is allocating time and resources to reach them for missing and required information, which is not considered in the price paid for service. They acknowledge that this cancellation policy safeguards 501c3 Centers’ time, people, and resources.

Other than as required by applicable state law, clients with abandoned orders have no right to cancel, request a refund, or obtain credit for any undelivered order after 120 days have elapsed from the purchase date unless 501c3 Center is at fault.

c. Filing Fees and Shipping Costs are Non-Refundable

Any filing fees or shipping costs 501c3 Center has already paid on behalf of clients to a state agency, the IRS, or other government agency are non-refundable.

d. Completed and Delivered Orders

All completed and delivered orders are non-refundable. Orders requiring the client to complete the last steps, including paying filing fees, required signatures, and submitting final documents and/or filings, are considered completed orders, as they are outside of the control of the 501c3 Center.

6. Order Processing

a. Timeline

501c3 Centers’ schedule for most services is 3 to 7 business days after receiving all the needed documentation. Some services are more complex and can take longer, and the total service timeline depends upon the jurisdiction processing timelines, which are outside 501c3 Centers’ control. For services requiring more time and research, clients must promptly complete all information requests and questionnaires. 501c3 Center expedites some services for an additional fee.

501c3 Center does not begin working on orders until all requirements and information requested from the client have been received and are in good order. 501c3 Center cannot complete work without having all the required information.

b. Assumed Consent

501c3 Centers’ goal is to ensure that clients do not face government-issued late fees, penalties, or revocation after placing an order, and clients are encouraged to communicate promptly and provide accurate information to facilitate this process. To ensure timely compliance with jurisdiction filing deadlines, the 501c3 Center will make reasonable efforts to gather all required information from clients to complete their orders. If, after attempting to contact clients, 501c3 Center does not receive a response or the necessary information within a reasonable timeframe before the filing deadline, 501c3 Center will assume their consent to proceed with the completion of their order based on the information available at that time, which may include information filed during the previous reporting year or available in publicly available state or federal databases. This may consist of making assumptions or estimations to meet the filing requirements.

By agreeing to these terms, clients authorize 501c3 Center to take such actions and understand that this may result in their filings being submitted with the best available information at the time of filing. Clients are responsible for ensuring that all information provided to 501c3 Center is accurate and up-to-date and responding promptly to requests for additional information or clarification.

Should clients need to file an amended report due to inaccuracies or omissions in the information provided or inability to reach the client for accurate information, the client will be responsible for any additional fees or filings required to correct the submission.

c. Specific Services

Purchases may be subject to additional terms and conditions based on the type of service ordered. These terms are outlined later in this Agreement.

d. Shipping

The standard shipping option for any items requiring shipping is USPS priority mail. However, clients can upgrade to next-day express mail for an additional fee.

e. Status Updates

Through the online account (Client Portal), 501c3 Center provides access to view and request an order or status update. Clients may use this feature from within the Client Portal for quick and timely updates or email support to submit a request. A ticket will be created and escalated to the appropriate party for resolution. Clients should allow two (2) to three (3) business days for a response when sending an email or creating a ticket. Clients can also call 1- 561-501-3145 and request to speak to a representative.

f. Delays

The Service may be subject to limitations, delays, and other problems in using the Internet and electronic communications. The Service may also be subject to governmental shutdowns, delays, and other issues associated with state and federal agencies. 501c3 Center is not responsible for any delays, failures, or other damage caused by such problems.

g. Revisions

501c3 Center strives to provide quality service at a cost-effective price for clients. To do so, the 501c3 Center requires that clients provide quality, comprehensive information. The final product will directly result from the quality of the information provided to the 501c3 Center.

There are no revisions on form-based services. Once 501c3 Center sends final filings directly to a state or agency, a change or correction will only be made due to 501c3 Centers’ error. However, any changes or corrections due to new information or client requests may require an additional fee.

7. Services Provided by 501c3 Center

Clients’ purchases may be subject to additional terms and conditions that may also be applicable as defined in this section.

a. Incorporation Services

501c3 Centers’ incorporation services include preparing and filing documents for incorporation or organization as a limited liability or C-Corp company in the jurisdiction of the client’s choosing. These documents will fulfill the minimal legal requirements for incorporation or organization in the chosen jurisdiction and are not meant to serve as formal operating agreements or bylaws for the business or organization.

501c3 Center reserves the right to advise against any potential pitfalls to ensure successful processing. It cannot include information within the incorporation or organizing documents that would lead to unsuccessful filing. Representatives are not trained to offer specific tax advantages and cannot provide legal advice. If a corporation or other entity is eligible to be treated as an S corporation, a Form 2553 is required to make the election under section 1362(a). 501c3 Center can prepare the form for an additional fee.

For nonprofit organizations, incorporation services include adding specific clauses to the articles of incorporation that all organizations wishing to pursue tax exemption under 501(c) from the Internal Revenue Service must consist of in their organizing document. These clauses must be added to the organizing document to obtain tax-exempt status under any 501(c) section and cannot be modified or removed

b. 501(c) Tax-Exemption Services and Guarantee

501c3 Centers’ 501(c) federal tax exemption services come with a guarantee that the organization will receive a positive determination of exemption under the section for which it has applied. This guarantee requires that all application information, excluding board bios, submitted to the IRS be prepared or reviewed by the 501c3 Center and that existing organizations file all 990 returns to the IRS annually from the formation date before applying for the 501(c) status with the IRS.

The guarantee only applies once the 1023 or 1024 applications have been submitted to the IRS. 501c3 Center reserves the right to advise against any potential pitfalls to ensure that the application will be successfully processed. It cannot include information within the application that would lead to the organization’s ineligibility for exemption under section 501(c) of the Internal Revenue Code. Included with 501c3 Centers standard 1023 and 1024 preparation services is follow-up support throughout the application process. If the client requests information from the IRS, the 501c3 Center will assist in preparing appropriate responses.

As part of the exemption guarantee, all communication with the IRS must be reviewed by the 501c3 Center before submission or response. Should the client modify the application before submission or undertake any communication with the IRS without prior review by one of 501c3 Center representatives, 501c3 Center reserves the right to void such guarantee or charge additional fees to make corrections or provide extra service hours.

For clients filing the 501(c) 1023-EZ application, be advised that the IRS will select a random sample of applications and require the applicant to provide additional information. Preparing an IRS response is part of the service and included in the 501(c) guarantee, so long as all previous terms are met.

501c3 Centers cannot file some documents and will give the client detailed filing instructions. As government agencies frequently update their forms and processes, state and federal documents must be filed by the client promptly after completion. If a document has not been filed within 30 days of its preparation, please get in touch with the 501c3 Center to determine what updates and/or revisions may be necessary before filing.

The client’s account must be fully paid before releasing the application package. If the client does not elect 501c3 Center to assist in filing the 1023 or 1024 application, the completed documents will be provided electronically or to the shipping address on record with detailed instructions for filing. Copies of such documents and instructions will also be available in the secure client portal.

Any program research, special narrative request, or consultation may be provided at an extra charge. Please review 501c3 Centers’ general terms of service for additional information.

c. Registered Agent Services

A registered agent is authorized to receive service of process in case of a lawsuit and other vital documents on behalf of the business. Clients enrolling in the registered agent service must provide a physical and mailing address to be recorded by the state. State laws vary regarding the visibility of these addresses, so clients should contact the appropriate Secretary of State to understand the laws specific to their jurisdiction of formation.

Through partnerships, 501c3 Center provides Registered Agent Services in all fifty states, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico for the specific purpose of serving as a Registered Agent (also known as a Resident Agent, Statutory Agent, Service of Process Agent, or Commercial Registered Office Provider) for legal entities. By purchasing Registered Agent Services, clients understand, agree to, and accept the specific purpose and use of a Registered Agent, which is to be appointed and maintained by a legal entity according to local statutory requirements. The Registered Agent is responsible for maintaining a physical location during regular business hours, receiving legal and government notices on behalf of the represented entity, and securely delivering documents to the entity.

501c3 Center handles the initial setup and all ongoing billing. 501c3 Center charges the service and automatically renews annually within 60 days of the anniversary date of purchase, billed to the card on file. Billing in advance minimizes service disruption.

Registered Agent Services ordered on the Site or through a 501c3 Center representative are provided by Northwest Registered Agents, Legalinc, or other third-party registered agent providers. Any agreement to purchase the Registered Agent Services is between the client and a third-party provider. Unless specifically restricted by the client, 501c3 Center reserves the right to change providers if there is no additional cost to the client.

501c3 Center will notify clients of legal notices and other important mail received on their behalf through these services. The 501c3 Center client portal will also store copies of delivered documents.

501c3 Center will collect the fees related to the Registered Agent Services on behalf of the registered agent partners under the subscription arrangement with the information and credit card details provided on the Website.

Clients should keep their credit card and other information current to ensure continued service of the purchased Registered Agent Services. Unless clients opt out of the Registered Agent Services, 501c3 Center will continue collecting fees according to the subscription terms.

Northwest Registered Agents, Legalinc, and any other Registered Agent Partner, along with 501c3 Center, reserve the right to increase service fees without notice to the client.

Clients may notify the 501c3 Center to cancel Registered Agent Services at any time. Proof that a new registered agent has been designated with the appropriate state agency may be required to do so. If evidence of a substitute registered agent is not received by the renewal date, the client will be charged the full fee for the renewal term. If the service is canceled before the expiration of the term, no pro-rata refund will be provided.

If a partial payment is made or authorized, the order will be considered incomplete until full payment is made. 501c3 Center and registered agent partners reserve the right to reduce the service term at their discretion. Accepted partial payments may be subject to additional installment payment processing fees.

If full payment is not received by 501c3 Center on behalf of registered agent partners on time for the initial order or any renewal, 501c3 Center and its registered agent partners reserve the right to terminate the Registered Agent Services. At its sole discretion, the registered agent partner may continue to serve as the registered agent and invoice the client for its fees and any applicable late payment fees or charges. Clients are fully responsible for all consequences related to the termination of Registered Agent Services. Northwest Registered Agents, Legalinc, 501c3 Center, and their respective parent companies, subsidiaries, directors, officers, employees, affiliates, successors, assigns, agents, or representatives are not liable for any damage or inconvenience caused or alleged to be caused by termination.

While certain services may control where and to whom specific notices are sent, any notices from the Registered Agent will go to the company for which the registered agent serves, in addition to any additional people included as contacts of the entity.

The address for the Registered Agent is for use by the Registered Agent and is not to be used as the client’s business address.

501c3 Center registered agent services are limited to receiving and forwarding items covered under state statutes. When receiving the process on behalf of the client, 501c3 Center shall not be held responsible for any part of the lawsuit or claim. The client agrees to indemnify 501c3 Center for all claims in these processes.

 

Changing Registered Agents

If Northwest Registered Agents or Legalinc is the registered agent on state record and a change is desired, please follow the instructions below:

Filing a Change of Agent Request: To change registered agents, file a change of agent request with the state. 501c3 Center can assist with this for any state for $149 plus state fees.

Notifying 501c3 Center: If a change of agent has been filed for any state that 501c3 Center serves, please call 1- 561-501-3145 or email [email protected] to update the information and formally cancel the registered agent account. If the business has withdrawn from or dissolved in a state where Northwest Registered Agents or Legalinc was the registered agent of record, contact 501c3 Center using the above info. The account will be canceled once 501c3 Center confirms that Northwest or Legalinc is no longer the registered agent or that the business has ceased.

Please note that the 501c3 Center cannot independently cancel registered agent service due to legal obligations to have a registered agent. Being without one can incur penalties for the company in violation or even a revocation of authority to operate in the state.

d. Subscriptions and Memberships

Subscriptions, sometimes called memberships, may be purchased as a service. They are recurring charges or payments for access to 501c3 Center software, systems, support, services, education, and ongoing services such as compliance monitoring and support. Most subscriptions are monthly or annual.

Set-Up Fees

Some subscriptions include initial one-time setup or activation fees. These fees cover the time to set up the account, activate the technology, notify internal and third-party resources, and conduct a review of the business to ensure the organization is currently in good standing with the state or federal government. Set-up fees are non-refundable.

Payment Terms

If a subscription is purchased, charges will be made monthly and/or at the beginning of the Subscription Term, depending on the package selected at the time of purchase. The length of the subscription term will depend on the option chosen at the time of sale. 501c3 Center currently offers monthly and annual subscriptions.

By choosing a subscription product or service, clients agree that 501c3 Center may store one or more payment methods for the account and authorize 501c3 Cent to charge these payment methods as explained in these terms. 501c3 Center may obtain automatic updates for any expiring credit cards provided.

Even if products or services are not used, clients are responsible for paying the full subscription cost until it is canceled or otherwise terminated. For more information about canceling a subscription, see the Termination and Cancellation section below.

i. Initial Subscription Term

The Subscription Term begins as soon as the initial payment is processed. The date that the initial payment is processed will be considered the “Billing Date” and will be used to determine when future payments are due.

If an annual subscription paid monthly is chosen, clients will continue to be billed monthly at the cost agreed to at the time of purchase for the entire year of the initial Subscription Term.

ii. Auto-Renewal of Subscription

Monthly Subscriptions: If a monthly subscription is selected, the subscription automatically renews monthly without notice until canceled.

Annual Subscriptions: If a yearly subscription is selected, the subscription automatically renews each year. Clients may be sent a reminder email before the subscription is renewed. Unless required by law in the state of residence, 501c3 Center is not obligated to provide this notice. If a renewal reminder is not received or not sent, the client is still required to pay for the subscription if it is not canceled before renewal.

If an annual subscription paid annually (referred to as an “Annual plan, prepaid”) is purchased, the client is responsible for paying the entire yearly subscription cost when the subscription renews.

If an annual subscription (an “Annual plan, paid monthly”) is purchased, the client is responsible for paying all twelve-monthly payments once the subscription has been renewed. The first monthly payment will be collected at the time of subscription renewal.

Clients may stop the automatic renewal of subscriptions with 501c3 Center. No further charges will be made for subscriptions that are declined for renewal. Products and services included in the subscription will remain available until the last day of service. Once the subscription ends, the 501c3 Center will stop providing the related services, and the client is responsible for updating all necessary information with the Secretary of State and any other agencies or stakeholders. Clients can opt back into an automatic renewal anytime, provided the subscription has not already been terminated.

iii. Changes in the Cost of Subscription

The subscription cost will be the same as the cost at purchase unless adjusted by 501c3 Center. Clients will be notified in writing before the new subscription cost is charged in the event of an adjustment.

iv. Changes in Billing Date

Unless the subscription is canceled, clients will be automatically charged for the cost of the subscription on the Billing Date. If the purchase date is on the 29th through the 31st day of any month, the Billing Date for any payments due in months with fewer days will fall on the last day of the month.

501c3 Center may adjust the Billing Date and is not required to provide advance notice of the adjustment. If the Billing Date is adjusted, this will be reflected by a charge to the account on a prorated basis according to the number of days that have passed since the Billing Date of the latest renewal charge.

Promotional Trial Subscriptions

501c3 Center sometimes offers customers trial subscriptions, all of which are subject to these Subscription Terms (unless otherwise stated in the offer). For a trial or other promotional membership with no initial charge, 501c3 Center may authorize a charge of up to one dollar ($1) to the payment method to verify the payment source. After a trial membership, unless canceled by calling 561-501-3145 or through the 501c3 Center portal, the subscription will renew automatically, and the credit card will be charged to begin the initial membership term.

e. State and Government Filing Fees

If a Compliance service is purchased, state compliance event filing fees will be billed at any compliance event (e.g., Annual Reports) unless disclosed otherwise.

f. Payments, Cancelations and Refunds

Payment Failures

If a payment fails or is expired, 501c3 Center will notify the client, and access to the Services will be suspended until payment is received. Clients may elect to discontinue some or all their paid services at any time by contacting [email protected]. Should any of the paid services be discontinued prior to the expiration of the initial 12-month term, a cancellation fee and any other expenses paid or incurred by 501c3 Center, including state or third-party vendor fees, may be required.

Cancellation

Subscriptions may be canceled at any time. Please note that once cancelation occurs, 501c3 Center is not obligated to continue service or to provide prorated services based on payments received.

Refunds

To cancel a subscription or add-on service, clients must contact customer support within seven (7) days of signing up for a full refund, less any start-up, set-up, activation fees, state, or other third-party fees. Subscriptions or services can be canceled after seven (7) days, but no refunds will be issued.

g. Future Products and Services

If a client chooses to add a product or service to an order after an initial purchase, these Terms of Service will also apply to that additional product or service.

8. Additional Terms

a. Copyright

The content, organization, graphics, design, compilation, magnetic translation, digital conversion, and other matters related to the site are protected under applicable copyrights, trademarks, and other proprietary (including but not limited to intellectual property) rights. The copying, redistribution, use, or publication by clients of any such matters or any part of the site, except as allowed in this Agreement, is strictly prohibited. Clients do not acquire ownership rights to any content, document, or other materials viewed through the site. The posting of information or materials on the site does not constitute a waiver of any right in such information and materials. Some of the content on the site is the copyrighted work of third parties.

b. Copyrights and Copyright Agents

501c3 Center respects the intellectual property of others and asks clients to do the same. If clients believe that their work has been copied in a way that constitutes copyright infringement, don’t hesitate to contact 501c3 Centers’ copyright agent for notice of claims of copyright infringement by directing an email to the copyright agent.

c. Limited License; Permitted Uses

  • Clients are granted a non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to:
  • Access and use of the site are strictly by this Agreement.
  • Use the site solely for internal, personal, non-commercial purposes.
  • Print out discrete information from the site solely for internal, personal, and non-commercial purposes, provided clients maintain all copyright and other policies.
  • No print or electronic version of any part of the site or its contents may be used by clients in any litigation or arbitration matter under any circumstances.

d. Restrictions and Prohibitions on Use

  • Users license for access and use of the site and any information, materials, or documents (collectively defined as “content and materials”) therein are subject to the following restrictions and prohibitions on use:
  • Users may not copy, print (except for the express limited purpose permitted by Section 3 above), republish, display, distribute, transmit, sell, rent, lease, loan, or otherwise make available in any form or by any means all or any portion of the site or any content and materials retrieved from it.
  • Users may not use the site or any materials obtained from the site to develop, as a component of, any information storage and retrieval system, database, information base, or similar resource (in any media now existing or hereafter developed) that is offered for commercial distribution of any kind, including through sale, license, lease, rental, subscription, or any other commercial distribution mechanism.
  • Users may not create compilations or derivative works of any content and materials from the site.
  • Users may not use any content and materials from the site in any manner that may infringe any copyright, intellectual property right, proprietary right, or property right of 501c3 Center or any third parties.
  • Users may not remove, change, or obscure any copyright notice or other proprietary notice or terms of use contained in the site.
  • Users may not make any portion of the site available through any time-sharing system, service bureau, the Internet, or any other technology now existing or developed in the future.
  • Users may not remove, decompile, disassemble, or reverse engineer any site software or use any network monitoring or discovery software to determine the site architecture.
  • Users may not use any automatic or manual process to harvest information from the site.
  • Users may not use the site to gather information for or transmit unsolicited commercial emails, emails that make use of headers, invalid or nonexistent domain names, or other means of deceptive addressing, unsolicited telephone calls, or facsimile transmissions.
  • Users may not use the site in a manner that violates any state or federal law regulating email, facsimile transmissions, or telephone solicitations.
  • Users may not export or re-export the site or any portion thereof or any software available on or through the site in violation of the export control laws or regulations of the United States.

e. Forms, Agreements, and Documents

501c3 Center may make samples and actual forms, checklists, business documents, and legal documents (collectively, “documents”) available through the site or other websites. All documents are provided on a non-exclusive license basis only for clients’ personal one-time use for non-commercial purposes, without any right to re-license, sub-license, distribute, assign, or transfer such license. Documents are provided for a charge without any representations or warranties, express or implied, as to their suitability, legal effect, completeness, currentness, accuracy, and/or appropriateness. The documents are provided “as is,” “as available,” and with “all faults,” and 501c3 Center and any provider of the documents disclaim any warranties, including but not limited to the warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. The documents may be inappropriate for clients’ circumstances. Furthermore, state laws may require different or additional provisions to ensure the desired result. Clients should consult with legal counsel to determine the appropriate legal or business documents necessary for their transactions, as the documents are only samples and may not be applicable to their situation. Some documents are public domain forms or available from public records.

f. Links to Our Website

  • Clients may provide links to the 501c3 Center site, provided:
  • They do not remove or obscure, by framing or otherwise, advertisements, copyright notices, or other notices on the site.
  • Their site does not engage in illegal or pornographic activities.
  • They discontinue providing links to the site immediately upon request by 501c3 Center.

g. Links to Other Websites

The site contains links to other websites. 501c3 Center is not responsible for the content, accuracy, or opinions expressed in such websites, and 501c3 Center does not investigate, monitor, or check such websites for accuracy or completeness. Including any linked website on the site does not imply 501c3 Centers ‘approval or endorsement of the linked website. If clients decide to leave the site and access these third-party sites, they do so at their own risk.

h. Advertisers

The site may contain advertising and sponsorship. Advertisers and sponsors are responsible for ensuring that material submitted for inclusion on the site is accurate and complies with applicable laws. 501c3 Center is not responsible for illegality, error, inaccuracy, or problem with the advertiser’s or sponsor’s materials.

i. Third Party Content

Third-party content may appear on the site or be accessible via links from the site. 501c3 Center is not responsible for and assumes no liability for any mistakes, misstatements of law, defamation, omissions, falsehoods, obscenity, pornography, or profanity in the statements, opinions, representations, or any other form of content on the site. Clients understand that the information and opinions in the third-party content represent solely the author’s thoughts and are neither endorsed by nor do they necessarily reflect the beliefs of 501c3 Center.

j. Third-Party Merchant Policies & Services

All rules, policies (including privacy policies), and merchant operating procedures will apply to clients while on any third-party merchant site. 501c3 Center is not responsible for information provided by clients to merchants. 501c3 Center and the merchants are independent contractors, and neither party has the authority to make any representations or commitments on behalf of the other. 501c3 Center may allow access to or advertise certain third-party products or service providers (“merchants”) from which clients may purchase certain goods or services. Clients understand that 501c3 Center does not operate or control merchants’ products or services. Merchants are responsible for all order processing, fulfillment, billing, and customer service aspects. 501c3 Center is not a party to the transactions between clients and merchants. Clients agree that use of or purchase from such merchants is at their sole risk and is without warranties of any kind by 501c3 Center, expressed, implied, or otherwise, including warranties of title, fitness for purpose, and merchantability or non-infringement. Under no circumstances is 501c3 Center liable for any damages arising from the transactions between clients and merchants or for any information appearing on merchant sites or any other site linked to the site.

k. Indemnification

Clients agree to indemnify, defend, and hold 501c3 Center and its partners, agents, officers, directors, employees, subcontractors, successors, assigns, third-party suppliers of information and documents, advertisers, product and service providers, and affiliates harmless from any liability, loss, claim, and expense related to clients’ violation of this Agreement or use of the site.

i. Nontransferable

The clients’ right to use the site and any password or right given to them to obtain information or documents is not transferable or assignable.

m. Limitation of Liability

501c3 Center and any affiliated party shall not be liable for any loss, injury, claim, liability, or damage of any kind resulting in any way from any errors in or omissions from the site or any services or products obtainable; the unavailability or interruption of the site or any features thereof; clients’ use of the site; the content contained on the site; any delay or failure in performance beyond the control of a covered party. The aggregate liability of 501c3 Center and the affiliated parties concerning any claim arising from or relating to the site and/or the products, information, documents, and services provided herein or hereby shall not exceed $100. That amount shall be instead of all other remedies clients may have against 501c3 Center and any affiliated party.

Last Updated on February 10, 2025.

How To Contact Us

Should you have other questions or concerns about these privacy policies, please email us at [email protected] or call 561-501-3145. Our mailing address is 7021 University Blvd. Winter Park, FL 32792.