Terms of Use

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using THEBLACKNURSE website, services, or content (collectively, the "Services"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to these Terms, you may not use our Services.

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Your continued use of the Services after any modifications constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.

2. Description of Service

THEBLACKNURSE provides a wellness-adjacent platform for students, including:

• Study resources and guides
• Community content and motivation
• The Venting Void — an anonymous venting feature
• Contact and partnership inquiry forms
• Newsletter subscription services
• Links to third-party services (e.g., Selar for purchases)

We are not a medical service, emergency service, or licensed therapy provider. Our Services are designed for wellness support and community building, not for crisis intervention or professional mental health treatment.

3. User Responsibilities

As a user of our Services, you agree to:

• Use the Services only for their intended purposes
• Provide accurate and truthful information when submitting forms
• Respect the privacy and rights of other users
• Not use the Services for illegal, harmful, or abusive purposes
• Not attempt to circumvent security measures or exploit vulnerabilities
• Not submit false, misleading, or fraudulent information
• Not use automated tools to scrape or abuse the Services
• Comply with all applicable laws and regulations

Prohibited activities include but are not limited to: harassment, hate speech, threats, spam, fraud, and any activity that could harm the Services or other users.

4. Venting Void Specific Terms

The Venting Void is designed to be a completely anonymous space for emotional release. By using the Venting Void, you acknowledge and agree that:

• Submissions are anonymous — we do not collect identifying information
• Messages are stored without IP addresses, emails, or other identifiers
• The Venting Void is not an emergency service or crisis intervention tool
• If you are in crisis or experiencing a mental health emergency, please contact appropriate emergency services or mental health professionals
• We cannot provide emergency response or real-time support through the Venting Void

Emergency disclaimer: If you are in danger or experiencing a mental health crisis, please contact local emergency services, a trusted person, or a mental health helpline immediately. The Venting Void is not a substitute for professional crisis support.

5. Intellectual Property

All content on the THEBLACKNURSE website, including text, graphics, logos, images, and software, is owned by THEBLACKNURSE or its licensors and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

You may not reproduce, modify, distribute, or create derivative works based on our content without our prior written consent, except as permitted by applicable law or as explicitly authorized in these Terms.

User-generated content: By submitting content to the Venting Void or contact forms, you grant us a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free license to use, display, and distribute the content for the purposes of providing our Services. You represent that you have the right to grant this license.

6. Privacy & Data Collection

Your use of our Services is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which describes how we collect, use, and protect your Personal Data. By using our Services, you consent to the data collection and processing practices described in our Privacy Policy.

Please review our Privacy Policy to understand:

• What Personal Data we collect
• How we use and share your data
• Your rights regarding your data
• Security measures we implement

View our Privacy Policy

7. External Services & Links

Our Services may include links to third-party websites and services, including:

• Selar: For purchasing study plans, guides, and other products
• Social media platforms: Instagram, TikTok, WhatsApp
• Email services: Brevo for newsletter delivery

When you leave our website to access third-party services, your data and activities are governed by those services' terms of use and privacy policies. We encourage you to review the terms and policies of any third-party service before providing personal information or making purchases.

External purchases: Purchases made through Selar or other third-party platforms are subject to those platforms' terms, conditions, and refund policies. THEBLACKNURSE is not responsible for third-party transactions or disputes.

We are not responsible for the content, practices, or policies of third-party websites or services. Our inclusion of links does not constitute endorsement of those services.

8. Disclaimers

THEBLACKNURSE is provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis. We make no warranties, express or implied, regarding the Services, including but not limited to:

• Medical advice: We are not medical professionals and do not provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment
• Legal advice: We are not legal professionals and do not provide legal advice
• Academic advice: Our study resources are for guidance only and do not guarantee academic outcomes
• Emergency services: We are not an emergency service and cannot provide crisis intervention
• Accuracy: While we strive for accuracy, we do not guarantee that all content is error-free or up-to-date
• Availability: We do not guarantee uninterrupted or error-free operation of the Services

If you need professional medical, legal, or mental health support, please consult qualified professionals. In emergencies, contact local emergency services immediately.

9. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, THEBLACKNURSE shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including but not limited to:

• Loss of data, information, or opportunities
• Personal injury or emotional distress
• Academic or professional setbacks
• Damages resulting from use or inability to use the Services
• Unauthorized access to or alteration of your transmissions or data

Our total liability to you for all claims under these Terms shall not exceed the amount you paid, if any, for accessing the Services. Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion of certain warranties or limitations of liability, so these limitations may not apply to you.

10. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless THEBLACKNURSE, its officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, and expenses (including legal fees) arising from:

• Your use of the Services
• Your violation of these Terms
• Your violation of any third-party rights
• Content you submit to the Services

We reserve the right to assume the exclusive defense and control of any matter subject to indemnification, at your expense.

11. Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access to the Services at any time, with or without cause, with or without notice, including if you violate these Terms.

Upon termination, your right to use the Services will immediately cease. We may also delete or deactivate your account and any associated data, subject to our data retention policies and applicable law.

You may also terminate your use of the Services at any time by discontinuing use and, where applicable, following the unsubscribe or account deletion procedures outlined in our Privacy Policy.

12. Governing Law & Dispute Resolution

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, without regard to its conflict of law principles.

For users from other jurisdictions, these Terms are also intended to comply with applicable local laws. In the event of a conflict between these Terms and local mandatory laws, the mandatory laws shall prevail to the extent of the conflict.

Dispute resolution: Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of the Services shall be resolved through good faith negotiations. If negotiations fail, disputes shall be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with the rules of the arbitration tribunal in Nigeria, or through competent courts as required by applicable law.

For EU users, these Terms are intended to comply with GDPR and other EU consumer protection laws. For Nigerian users, these Terms comply with NDPR and Nigerian consumer protection regulations.

13. Changes to Terms

We may modify these Terms at any time. Material changes will be communicated through:

• Posting the updated Terms on our website with a new "Last updated" date
• Sending email notifications to registered users (for significant changes)
• Displaying prominent notices on our website

Your continued use of the Services after the effective date of updated Terms constitutes acceptance of the changes. If you do not agree to the updated Terms, you must discontinue use of the Services.

14. Contact Information

If you have questions about these Terms of Use, please contact us:

• Email: blacknursethe1@gmail.com
• Website: www.blacknurse.ng

For general inquiries, partnership requests, or other matters, please use our contact forms or email us directly.