Terms of Service
Last updated: February 23, 2026
Agreement to Terms
By accessing or using Vote Rutherford ("the Site"), you agree to these Terms of Service. If you don't agree, please don't use the Site.
What We Provide
Vote Rutherford provides information about local elections, candidates, and their policy positions. We aim to help voters make informed decisions by:
- ✓ Showing which elections are relevant to your address
- ✓ Displaying candidate information and policy positions
- ✓ Allowing you to create a personal vote plan
No Warranties
We work hard to keep our information accurate and up-to-date, but:
"As Is" Basis
We provide information "as is" without warranties of any kind. We don't guarantee accuracy of candidate information, election dates, or district boundaries.
Verify Information
We're not liable for errors that may affect your voting decisions. Always verify election information with official sources like your county election office.
We are not affiliated with any government agency, political party, or candidate.
User Conduct
You agree not to use the Site for any illegal purpose or attempt to interfere with its operation. Specifically, you agree not to:
Candidate and Admin Submissions
If you submit information as a candidate or administrator:
- • You represent that your submissions are accurate to the best of your knowledge
- • You grant us permission to display the information
- • We may moderate or remove content at our discretion
- • You're responsible for keeping your information current
Intellectual Property
The Site's design, code, and original content are owned by VoteRutherford. Candidate information and policy positions are provided by candidates or sourced from public records.
Usage Rights
You may view and use the Site for personal, non-commercial purposes. You may not reproduce or redistribute significant portions of the Site without permission.
Third-Party Content
We may display information from:
- • Official government sources
- • Candidate submissions
- • Public records and news sources
We don't endorse any candidate or political position. Inclusion on the Site doesn't constitute endorsement.
Privacy
Your use of the Site is also governed by our Privacy Policy. Key points:
- • We use cookies to remember your address
- • Your vote plan stays on your device
- • We don't track or sell your personal information
Limitation of Liability
To the maximum extent permitted by law:
- ! We're not liable for any damages arising from use
- ! This includes missed elections or incorrect information
- ! Your use is at your own risk
Changes to Terms
We may update these Terms from time to time. Continuing to use the Site after changes means you accept the new Terms.
Termination
We reserve the right to suspend access for violations or discontinue the Site at any time.
Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of Tennessee, without regard to conflict of law principles.
Disclaimer of Political Affiliation
Vote Rutherford is a non-partisan information resource. We do not endorse any candidate, party, or political position, nor do we accept payment for favorable coverage. Our goal is to provide accurate, unbiased information to help voters make informed decisions.
Contact Us
Questions about these Terms? Email us at [email protected].
If any part of these Terms is found unenforceable, the rest remains in effect.
These Terms and our Privacy Policy constitute the entire agreement between you and Vote Rutherford regarding use of the Site.