OSINT Platform Disclaimer - Horns Sentinel

"This platform provides access to publicly available information. Users are responsible for ensuring their use complies with applicable laws. Horns Sentinel Inc. does not guarantee accuracy of third-party data sources."

1. Nature of OSINT Services

The Horns Sentinel OSINT Platform ("Platform") provides tools for gathering and analyzing Open Source Intelligence (OSINT) from publicly available sources, including:

Public social media profiles and posts
Domain and IP address information
Public records and databases
News articles and media content
Publicly indexed web content
Data breach notification databases

⚠ Important Legal Notice

The collection and use of publicly available information may be subject to various laws depending on your jurisdiction, the type of data collected, and the purpose. You are solely responsible for ensuring your use complies with all applicable laws.

2. User Responsibilities

By using the OSINT Platform, you acknowledge and agree that:

You will use the Platform only for lawful purposes
You will comply with all applicable laws, including:
- Data protection laws (GDPR, CCPA, etc.)
- Computer fraud and abuse laws
- Privacy and surveillance laws
- Anti-stalking and harassment laws
You will NOT use the Platform to:
- Harass, stalk, threaten, or harm any individual
- Conduct unauthorized surveillance
- Violate any person's privacy rights
- Engage in identity theft or fraud

3. Permitted Use Cases

The Platform is designed for legitimate security and intelligence purposes:

Threat Intelligence: Identifying potential security threats
Due Diligence: Background research for business transactions
Security Assessments: Evaluating digital footprints
Incident Response: Investigating security incidents
Brand Protection: Monitoring trademark use
Fraud Investigation: Supporting authorized investigations

Professional Standards

We encourage all users to adhere to professional OSINT ethics and standards, including those established by ACFE, ASIS International, and relevant law enforcement guidelines.

4. Data Accuracy Disclaimer

Information retrieved through the Platform comes from various third-party sources. We make no representations or warranties regarding:

Accuracy: Data may be outdated, incomplete, or incorrect
Completeness: Results may not include all available information
Reliability: Source reliability varies and is not verified by us
Currency: Information may not reflect current status

You should independently verify all information before relying on it.

5. Facial Recognition Disclaimer

The Platform includes facial recognition capabilities. Regarding this feature:

Results are probabilistic and may contain errors
Results should not be used as sole basis for identification
Use may be restricted in certain jurisdictions
You must comply with applicable biometric data laws

⚠ Facial Recognition Warning

Facial recognition technology has known biases and limitations. Results should be treated as investigative leads only. Never take adverse action against an individual based solely on facial recognition results.

6. No Legal Advice

Nothing in this Disclaimer constitutes legal advice. Legal requirements for OSINT activities vary significantly by jurisdiction and context. We strongly recommend consulting with a qualified attorney.

7. Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW:

Horns Sentinel Inc. shall not be liable for any damages arising from your use of the Platform
We are not responsible for how you use information obtained
We are not liable for legal consequences resulting from your OSINT activities

By using the OSINT Platform, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by this Disclaimer.

8. Reporting Abuse

If you become aware of any misuse of the Platform, please report it to: abuse@hornssentinel.com

9. Contact Information

For questions about this Disclaimer:

Horns Sentinel Inc.
Email: legal@hornssentinel.com
Website: hornssentinel.cloud