Jason Thorsness

Last Updated: February 16, 2025

Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using jasonthorsness.com (the “Site”), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree with any part of these terms, please do not use the Site. These terms apply to all visitors and users of the Site. This is a personal blog site, and use of the Site is offered to you conditioned on your acceptance of these terms.

Use of Site and Content

All content on the Site (including articles, text, images, and code snippets) is provided for your personal, informational, and non-commercial use. You may share links to content on social media or with friends, but you may not copy, republish, or redistribute content from this Site without the explicit permission of the site owner. The Site and its original content are owned by Jason Thorsness (the site owner) and are protected by intellectual property laws. You must not use the content in a way that infringes on these rights or in any unlawful manner.

If you believe any content on this Site infringes your copyright, you may submit a copyright complaint by emailing termsandprivacy@jasonthorsness.com with details of the alleged infringement.

User Accounts and OAuth Login

Certain features of the Site may require you to log in using a third-party OAuth provider (for example, signing in with services like Google, GitHub, or X/Twitter). If you choose to log in:

• Accurate Information: You agree to provide accurate information and not impersonate anyone. The profile data we receive (such as your username or email from the OAuth provider) must be yours.
• Account Security: You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your login credentials. We never receive your third-party account password, but you should secure your own accounts. Any activity performed through your authenticated session is your responsibility.
• Authorized Use: Do not use another person’s OAuth credentials to access the Site. We reserve the right to terminate or restrict access to accounts that we suspect are fraudulent or violate these Terms.
• Social Features: If you connect via X/Twitter or another social platform for site features (such as commenting or sharing posts), we will use that connection only to facilitate those features (e.g., to display your username or allow you to share content). We will not post content to your social media or contact your followers without your consent.

Acceptable Use and Conduct

By using this Site, you agree to use it responsibly. You agree not to:

• Use the Site for any unlawful, harmful, or fraudulent purpose.
• Engage in any activity that could damage, disable, or impair the Site, such as attempting to hack or disrupt the functionality or security of the website.
• Post or transmit any spam, unsolicited advertising, defamatory, or infringing content through any interactive feature on the Site (if, for example, commenting is enabled).
• Harass, abuse, or harm other users or the site owner, or encourage others to do so.

If any interactive features (like comments or forums) are available, you must interact in a civil and respectful manner. We reserve the right to remove any content you post that violates these terms or for any other appropriate reason and to suspend or terminate accounts engaged in prohibited activities.

Communications and Notifications

If you provide us with contact information (for example, by logging in with an email or signing up for a newsletter), you consent to receive communications from us related to the Site. These communications may include:

• Email Newsletters and Announcements: Periodic emails with blog updates, new article notifications, or important announcements about the Site.
• Site Notifications: Important information about your account or changes to our site or policies.

We will not send you promotional spam or unrelated advertisements. You can opt out of non-essential communications at any time. For example, if you receive a newsletter email, it will include instructions to unsubscribe. Opting out of communications will not affect your ability to use the Site.

Privacy

Your use of the Site is also subject to our Privacy Policy, which is hereby incorporated into these Terms of Service. The Privacy Policy explains what information we collect from you and how we use and protect it. We take your privacy seriously and do not share your personal information with third parties, as detailed in the Privacy Policy. By using the Site, you agree that we can collect and use your information according to the Privacy Policy. If you have any questions about how your data is handled, please review the Privacy Policy or contact us for more information.

Third-Party Tools and Functionality

Certain features on the Site, including LLM-powered tools, send your input data to third-party services (e.g., OpenAI). These functionalities are clearly marked where they appear. By using these features, you consent to the transmission and processing of your data by the specified third party. Please review any provided notices or links for further details about the involved service’s data practices.

Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms shall be governed and construed in accordance with the laws of Washington, USA, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of the Site shall be exclusively resolved in the courts of Washington, USA.

Age Restrictions

This Site is not intended for users under the age of 13. If you are under 13, please do not use the Site. If we learn that we have collected personal information from a minor without parental consent, we will take steps to remove that information.

Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless the Site owner from any claims, liabilities, damages, or expenses arising from your use of the Site or violation of these Terms.

Disclaimer of Warranties

jasonthorsness.com is a personal blog, and all content is provided “as is” and “as available.” The site owner makes no warranties or representations of any kind, express or implied, about the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of the information on the Site. While we strive to provide helpful and accurate content, we do not guarantee that the content is error-free or suitable for any particular purpose. Additionally, we do not warrant that the Site will be available at all times or free from viruses or other harmful components. You use the Site at your own risk.

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, the site owner (Jason Thorsness) shall not be liable for any damages or losses arising out of or in connection with your use of (or inability to use) this Site or its content. This includes, without limitation:

• Any direct, indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages,
• Any loss of data, loss of goodwill, or other intangible losses,
• Any errors or omissions in content, or any action taken in reliance on site content.

By using this free personal Site, you agree that the site owner will not be held responsible for any outcomes that may occur from your use of the information or services provided here. If you are dissatisfied with any part of the Site or these terms, your sole remedy is to stop using the Site.

Changes to These Terms

We may update or modify these Terms of Service from time to time. If changes are made, we will update the “Last Updated” date at the top of this document. For significant changes, we may also provide a notice on the Site or notify registered users via email. It is your responsibility to review the Terms periodically for updates. Continued use of the Site after any changes to the Terms constitutes acceptance of those changes.

Contact Information

If you have any questions, concerns, or comments about these Terms of Service, you are welcome to contact the site owner. You can reach out via email at termsandprivacy@jasonthorsness.com. We will do our best to respond promptly to your inquiry.