Terms of Engagement

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Birthparentfinder.com

This Service Agreement (“Agreement”) is entered into by and between Birthparentfinder.com and the individual who filled out any 'intake' form and checked the agreement box. By agreeing to these terms (once the fee is paid), you acknowledge and accept the following:

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1. Scope of Services

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1.1 Birthparentfinder.com agrees to provide professional search services for the purpose of locating your biological parent(s) or child.

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1.2 In the event that the primary individual(s) cannot be located, Birthparentfinder.com will make reasonable efforts to locate next of kin, which may include, but are not limited to:

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• Biological aunt or uncle

• Sibling

• Grandparent

• Cousin

• Family acquaintance or individual familiar with the biological family
   

2. DNA Testing Requirements

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2.1 If sufficient results cannot be obtained through traditional research methods, you may be required to complete an AncestryDNA test (if not already completed).

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2.2 The cost of any DNA testing kit(s) shall be your sole responsibility.

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2.3 Birthparentfinder.com's services include analysis of DNA results and outreach to DNA matches.

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2.4 You agree not to independently contact DNA matches, as doing so constitutes a breach of this Agreement.

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2.5 You agree to allow their DNA data to be uploaded to additional DNA databases as deemed necessary by Birthparentfinder.com.

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2.6 Any additional DNA testing required to complete the case shall be at  your expense.

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3. Exclusivity & Disclosure

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3.1 You agree to disclose whether any other individual, company, or service is concurrently working on the same case.

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3.2 Failure to disclose such information constitutes a material breach of this Agreement.

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4. Additional Services

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4.1 The creation of a family tree is not included in the standard service offering.

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4.2 For an additional fee, Birthparentfinder.com may provide a family tree detailing direct paternal and maternal lines up to five (5) generations.

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5. Privacy & Communication

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5.1 In the event a located relative declines to have their contact information shared, Birthparentfinder.com will respect their wishes.

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5.2 In such cases, Birthparentfinder.com will act as an intermediary between you and the located individual at no additional cost.

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6. No Guarantee of Results

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6.1 You acknowledge that BIrthparentfinder.com does not guarantee successful identification or location of biological relatives.

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6.2 Outcomes are dependent upon the accuracy and completeness of the information provided by you, as well as external factors beyond Birthparentfinder.com's control.

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6.3 Birthparentfinder.com reserves the right to decline a case if it determines that a successful outcome is unlikely.

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7. Fees & Payment

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7.1 All fees for services are non-negotiable.

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7.2 All fees paid to Birthparentfinder.com are non-refundable, regardless of outcome.

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8. Acceptance of Agreement

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8.1 By selecting or checking the “I agree to the terms of engagement” box, YOU:

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• Confirms that they have read and understand this Agreement

• Agree to be legally bound by its terms

• Acknowledges that services are non-refundable

• Acknowledges that results are not guaranteed
   

9. Governing Understanding

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This Agreement constitutes the entire understanding between YOU and Birthparentfinder.com and supersedes any prior discussions or representations.