Last updated: October 10, 2025
Welcome to Kindred, a product of Future Nostalgia Studios Inc. ("Kindred," "we," "our," or "us"). These Terms of Service ("Terms") are a legal agreement between you and Kindred governing your access to and use of:
By accessing or using Kindred, you agree to these Terms. Please read them carefully — they contain important information about your legal rights and obligations. If you do not agree with these Terms, please discontinue using the Services.
In these Terms, "you" refers to any user of the Services. If you are using Kindred on behalf of a company or organization, "you" also refers to that entity, and you represent and warrant that you have authority to bind that entity to these Terms.
These Terms include a binding arbitration clause and class action waiver. By agreeing to these Terms, you agree that any disputes between you and Kindred will be resolved through individual arbitration, not in court, and that you waive any right to participate in a class action, jury trial, or representative proceeding.
You may opt out of arbitration as described in the section titled "Dispute Resolution by Binding Arbitration."
Kindred is a platform designed for 18+. To create an account or use the Services, you must:
By using Kindred, you represent and warrant that you meet these eligibility requirements. If you are under 18, you are not permitted to use, access, or create an account on Kindred. We will suspend or terminate accounts that violate this policy.
When you create a Kindred account, you agree to:
You are solely responsible for all activities that occur under your account. If you suspect unauthorized access, you must notify Kindred immediately. We are not liable for losses caused by your failure to safeguard your account credentials.
You acknowledge that Kindred may set limits on:
Kindred reserves the right to modify, suspend, or delete stored content or inactive accounts at its discretion. We are not responsible for loss of data, deleted content, or failure to store material uploaded to the Services.
By using Kindred, you consent to receive electronic communications from us, including:
You can unsubscribe from promotional messages at any time by following the instructions included in those communications. However, you will still receive non-promotional communications, such as security alerts and legal updates.
You agree to use Kindred responsibly and in compliance with both these Terms and our Community Guidelines. You are solely responsible for any content you create, post, share, or transmit through the Services, including text, imagery, audio, video, or AI-generated works ("User Content").
Kindred supports bold, mature creative expression — but that freedom comes with boundaries that protect our users, platform integrity, and compliance with law.
You may not post, share, or otherwise submit any content that:
You agree not to:
We want Kindred to be a space for creative freedom, but also one that is safe, lawful, and respectful. To achieve this, we reserve the right to investigate and take appropriate action if, in our sole discretion, we determine that a user or piece of content violates these Terms of Service, our Community Guidelines, or applicable law.
Such action may include, without limitation:
We use a combination of automated systems and human moderation to help identify, review, and respond to activities that may violate our rules — including, but not limited to, illegal content such as child sexual abuse material, threats of violence, or terrorism-related activity.
If you encounter content that violates these Terms or our Community Guidelines, you can report it directly using the in-app report feature or through emailing kindredlovestories@gmail.com. We may share limited information from your report with the user who posted the content if necessary to investigate or explain moderation decisions.
When you submit or create content on Kindred — including text, visuals, audio, video, AI-generated material, or other creative works ("User Content") — you represent and warrant that:
You retain ownership of your User Content. However, by submitting it, you grant Future Nostalgia Studios Inc. (d.b.a. Kindred) a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free, fully paid-up, transferable, sublicensable, perpetual, and irrevocable license to:
host, store, display, reproduce, adapt, perform, distribute, transmit, make available, modify, and otherwise use your content for any purpose related to operating, improving, promoting, or developing Kindred and its Services, in any media now known or later developed.
These rights also allow Kindred to:
You understand and agree that while Kindred is not obligated to do so, we may access, review, screen, edit, or remove your content at any time, for any reason — including to maintain the integrity of the Services, ensure compliance with these Terms, or comply with applicable laws.
Kindred respects the intellectual property rights of creators and expects our community to do the same. If you believe that your copyrighted work or other protected material has been used on Kindred in a way that constitutes infringement, you can notify Future Nostalgia Studios Inc. (d.b.a. Kindred) by following the process below.
Kindred processes and investigates notices of alleged infringement in accordance with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act ("DMCA") and other applicable laws. We take appropriate action, which may include removing or disabling access to the allegedly infringing material.
To file a copyright complaint, please send a written notice to our Designated DMCA Agent at:
Future Nostalgia Studios Inc. (Kindred)
Attn: Designated DMCA Agent
2261, Market Street, STE 5610, San Francisco, California, 94114
Email: kindredlovestories@gmail.com
You may also submit a DMCA request via our Help Center.
For your notice to be effective, it must include all of the following information (as required by 17 U.S.C. §512(c)(3)):
If you believe your content was removed or disabled as a result of a mistake or misidentification, you may submit a written counter-notice to our Designated DMCA Agent containing:
Upon receipt of a valid counter-notice, we will forward a copy to the original complainant. Unless the complainant notifies us within 14 business days that they have filed a court action to restrain the alleged infringement, we will restore the removed content.
In accordance with the DMCA and other applicable laws, Kindred may, at its sole discretion, terminate accounts of repeat infringers or restrict access to the Services for users who repeatedly violate others' intellectual property rights. We also reserve the right to remove or restrict content that appears to infringe upon any intellectual property rights, whether or not there is repeated conduct.
Kindred may include links or access to third-party websites, apps, or services. We do not control, endorse, or assume responsibility for these third parties or their content, policies, or practices.
If you choose to engage with third-party sites, your interactions and transactions are solely between you and that third party. Kindred is not liable for any loss or damage resulting from your dealings with third-party providers.
We encourage you to read the terms and privacy policies of any third-party service before engaging with it.
If you choose to purchase a paid subscription or other Services from Kindred, you agree to provide accurate and complete billing information, including a valid payment method. Your subscription will automatically renew at the end of each billing period, and your payment method will be charged the applicable fees unless you cancel before renewal.
You are responsible for all applicable taxes and fees. If payment cannot be completed, Kindred may suspend or downgrade your account until payment is resolved.
You can cancel your paid subscription at any time. Payments are generally non-refundable, except where required by applicable law. Cancellation will take effect at the end of your current billing cycle, and you will retain access to your paid features until that date.
If you purchased your subscription through a mobile app store, you must manage or cancel it directly through that store.
We may update our pricing or subscription plans from time to time. If we increase the price of a paid Kindred plan, we'll provide you with at least 30 days' notice before the change takes effect. Any new price will apply to your next billing renewal, so you'll have the opportunity to cancel if you do not wish to continue your subscription at the updated rate.
Please note that the features and functionality of Kindred's paid Services are dynamic and subject to change at any time. We continually evolve the platform to improve performance, add creative tools, and ensure a high-quality experience — but these changes may occur without prior notice.
You agree to release, defend, indemnify, and hold harmless Future Nostalgia Studios Inc. (d.b.a. Kindred), its affiliates, and each of their officers, directors, employees, and agents from and against any and all losses, liabilities, claims, damages, expenses, and costs (including reasonable attorneys' fees) that arise out of or relate to:
If you are a California resident, you expressly waive California Civil Code Section 1542, which provides that:
"A general release does not extend to claims that the creditor or releasing party does not know or suspect to exist in his or her favor at the time of executing the release, and that, if known, would have materially affected the settlement with the debtor or released party."
If you reside elsewhere, you waive any comparable statute or doctrine that limits the scope of general releases.
Your use of Kindred and the Services is entirely at your own risk. The Services are provided on an "AS IS" and "AS AVAILABLE" basis, without warranties of any kind, whether express or implied.
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Kindred disclaims all warranties, including implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, title, and non-infringement.
Kindred makes no representations or warranties that:
You understand that creative and AI-generated material may include fictional, unexpected, or inaccurate elements, and you agree to use the Services with that awareness.
To the maximum extent permitted by law, Future Nostalgia Studios Inc. (Kindred) and its affiliates will not be liable for any indirect, incidental, consequential, special, punitive, or exemplary damages — including loss of profits, data, goodwill, or other intangible losses — arising from or related to:
In no event will Kindred's total liability to you for all claims exceed the greater of (i) $100 USD or (ii) the total amount you paid to Kindred (if any) during the twelve (12) months preceding the event giving rise to the claim.
Some jurisdictions do not allow limitations on certain liabilities or warranties. In such cases, these limitations may apply only to the extent permitted by law.
If you are dissatisfied with any aspect of Kindred or these Terms, your sole and exclusive remedy is to stop using the Services.
If you reside in the EEA, no limitation of liability applies to damages arising from:
This section affects your legal rights — please read it carefully.
By using Kindred, you agree to resolve most disputes with us through binding individual arbitration rather than in court.
This Arbitration Agreement applies to any and all disputes or claims that may arise between you and Future Nostalgia Studios Inc. (d.b.a. Kindred) — whether related to these Terms, the Services, or any aspect of our relationship — except as expressly stated otherwise.
Both you and Kindred agree that all such disputes will be resolved exclusively through final and binding arbitration, not in court, except that either party may bring individual claims in small claims court if eligible.
Arbitration will be administered by JAMS in accordance with its Streamlined Arbitration Rules and Procedures, as modified by this Agreement. The Federal Arbitration Act (FAA) governs the validity and enforcement of this section.
This Arbitration Agreement does not prevent you from reporting concerns to government agencies. You may bring issues to the attention of federal, state, or local regulators, and those agencies can, if permitted by law, seek relief on your behalf.
By agreeing to arbitration, you and Kindred each waive the right to:
Your claims will be decided by a neutral arbitrator — not by a court.
You may opt out of this Arbitration Agreement within 30 days of first accepting the Terms by sending written notice to arbitration@kindred.app stating your name, email address, and that you wish to opt out of arbitration with Kindred.
Opting out will not affect any other part of these Terms.
Kindred aims to resolve disputes fairly and informally. If you have a concern, please contact us first at support@kindred.app — most issues can be resolved without arbitration.
If we can't resolve the issue within 60 days, either party may initiate arbitration. Before doing so, you must send a Notice of Dispute by certified mail to:
Future Nostalgia Studios Inc. (Kindred)
Attn: Legal Department
700 El Camino Real, Suite 120, #1152
Menlo Park, CA 94025
The Notice must include:
We'll have 60 calendar days after receiving the Notice to attempt to resolve the dispute before arbitration begins.
Arbitration will be conducted by a single neutral arbitrator under the JAMS Streamlined Arbitration Rules and Procedures.
If any conflict exists between the JAMS Rules and this Arbitration Agreement, this Agreement will control to the extent it ensures a fair proceeding.
Arbitration decisions are binding and enforceable in court and may only be overturned in limited circumstances.
Unless you and Kindred agree otherwise, arbitration hearings will take place in San Francisco, California. If attending in person would cause undue hardship, the arbitrator may allow participation by video, phone, or written submissions.
If your claim is $10,000 or less, you may choose whether the arbitration will be based on written materials, by phone/video, or in person.
The arbitrator will issue a reasoned written award explaining the essential findings and conclusions.
You and Kindred agree to bring claims only on an individual basis — not as a class, representative, or collective action. The arbitrator may not consolidate claims or preside over any class or representative proceeding.
Relief may be awarded only to the extent necessary to resolve the individual claim.
If 25 or more claimants represented by the same or coordinated counsel file similar arbitration claims, those cases will proceed under the JAMS Mass Arbitration Procedures and Guidelines. For cases involving 75 or more claimants, a two-stage Bellwether Process will apply:
Each side selects 10 cases (20 total) to be resolved individually by different arbitrators. Until all Test Cases are complete, no additional claims will proceed.
Within 90 days after Stage One concludes, Kindred and remaining claimants will participate in a single mediation to attempt resolution. Kindred will cover the mediation fee.
If unresolved, remaining claims may proceed per JAMS Rules. The Bellwether Process may be modified by mutual agreement.
Fees will be governed by the JAMS Rules and the JAMS Arbitration Fee Schedule in effect at the time of filing. If the arbitration qualifies as a Mass Arbitration, the JAMS Mass Arbitration Procedures Fee Schedule will apply. Each party is responsible for its own attorneys' fees unless applicable law provides otherwise.
All aspects of the arbitration — including filings, evidence, testimony, and the arbitrator's decision — are strictly confidential, unless disclosure is required by law or necessary to enforce the award.
Either you or Kindred may bring individual claims in small claims court in the county of your billing address, provided the case stays within that court's jurisdiction and is not removed or appealed to a higher court. If a dispute about jurisdiction arises, it will be decided by the small claims court, not by an arbitrator.
If any portion of this Arbitration Agreement is found unenforceable, that portion will be replaced with a valid and enforceable provision reflecting the parties' intent as closely as possible. The rest of this Arbitration Agreement and the Terms will remain in full force and effect.
Nothing in this Arbitration Agreement limits any non-waivable statutory rights that apply to you under applicable law.
If any claim is deemed non-arbitrable under the law, it will instead be resolved exclusively in the courts described under "Choice of Law and Venue" below.
If Kindred makes future changes to this Arbitration Agreement (other than an update to our Notice Address), you may reject those changes by sending us written notice within 30 days of the update.
If you reject a change, you agree to arbitrate any disputes under the version of this Agreement that applied when you first accepted these Terms.
These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and Community Guidelines, constitute the entire agreement between you and Future Nostalgia Studios Inc. (d.b.a. Kindred) and govern your use of our Services.
They supersede any prior agreements, understandings, or representations between you and Kindred related to the Services.
If you are not located in the European Economic Area (EEA), these Terms and your use of the Services are governed by the laws of the State of California, without regard to conflict of law principles.
For any disputes or claims not subject to arbitration under the section titled "Dispute Resolution by Binding Arbitration," you and Kindred agree to submit to the exclusive jurisdiction and venue of the state and federal courts located in San Francisco County, California.
If you are a consumer located in the European Economic Area, these Terms are governed by the laws of your country of habitual residence. You may bring a claim to enforce your consumer protection rights either:
Kindred is not willing or obligated to participate in dispute resolution proceedings before a consumer arbitration board under the EU Directive on Consumer ADR.
If any provision of these Terms is found by a court or arbitrator to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect. Where possible, the invalid provision will be replaced with a valid one that most closely reflects the intent of the original.
If Kindred fails to exercise or enforce any right or provision of these Terms, that will not constitute a waiver of such right or provision. A waiver of any breach or default must be made in writing and shall not waive any other or subsequent breach.
You agree that any claim or cause of action arising out of or related to your use of the Services or these Terms must be filed within one (1) year after the event giving rise to the claim, or it will be permanently barred.
If you are located in the European Economic Area, this limitation does not apply to claims arising from:
You may not assign or transfer these Terms, by operation of law or otherwise, without Kindred's prior written consent. Kindred may assign or transfer these Terms, in whole or in part, without restriction, including in connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets.
Kindred may provide you with notices, including updates to these Terms, by:
You agree to keep your contact information current and to regularly check for communications from Kindred. All notices sent to your most recent email address on record will be deemed received when sent.
We may update or modify these Terms from time to time. If we make material changes, we will:
Unless otherwise required by law:
By continuing to use the Services after the effective date of any changes, you agree to the revised Terms.
Email: kindredlovestrories@gmail.com
Address: 2261, Market Street STE 5610, San Francisco, California
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