DepressionCheck Terms of Use

Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using the DepressionCheck website (the “Service”), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use (“Terms”). If you do not agree, please do not use the Service. These Terms apply to all visitors and users of the Service. This policy was last updated on August 17, 2025.

Service Description

DepressionCheck provides a free, confidential, and interactive 20-question depression test designed for self-reflection on mental health symptoms. The Service is not a diagnostic tool, and results are not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. The test is intended for personal use and stores data locally on your device.

User Responsibilities

You agree to:

• Use the Service for personal, non-commercial purposes only.
• Not misuse the Service by attempting to access, modify, or disrupt its functionality, including but not limited to hacking, data scraping, or introducing malicious code.
• Understand that the test results are for reflection only and should not be used as a basis for medical decisions without consulting a qualified healthcare professional.
• Be responsible for any actions taken based on the test results, including sharing results via the Service’s share features.

Limitations of the Service

The Service is provided “as is” without warranties of any kind, express or implied. We do not guarantee the accuracy, reliability, or completeness of the test results or content. DepressionCheck is not liable for:

• Any decisions or actions you take based on the test results.
• Any errors or interruptions in the Service’s availability.
• Any harm or distress resulting from using the Service, including reliance on its results.

If you are experiencing a mental health crisis or have thoughts of self-harm, you must contact local emergency services or a crisis hotline immediately. The Service is not designed to address urgent mental health needs.

Intellectual Property

All content on the DepressionCheck website, including text, graphics, logos, and code, is the property of DepressionCheck or its licensors and is protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, or modify any content without prior written permission, except for personal use of the test as intended.

Privacy

Your privacy is critical to us. Please review our Privacy Policy to understand how we handle your data, including the use of local storage for test results and minimal data collection for contact form submissions.

Third-Party Links

The Service may include links to third-party websites (e.g., crisis hotlines). We are not responsible for the content, accuracy, or practices of these external sites. Use them at your own risk and review their terms and privacy policies.

Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate access to the Service at any time, for any reason, including violation of these Terms. You may stop using the Service at any time.

Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised “last updated” date. Continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the new Terms.

Contact Us

If you have questions about these Terms, please reach out via our contact form. We’re here to assist you.