Legal Information - FuneralReady.com


Last updated: September 5, 2025
Welcome to FuneralReady.com. Please review the legal terms governing your use of this website and our memorial program design services. By accessing this site or purchasing our services, you agree to these terms.

Privacy Policy

We respect your privacy and commit to protecting your personal information, especially given the sensitive nature of memorial services. This section outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your data.

What We Collect:

Personal Information:
• Name, email address, phone number (via order forms and contact)
• Relationship to deceased (for service context)
• Service date and location details

Memorial Content:
• Photos of deceased individuals
• Biographical information and personal details
• Order of Service content and memorial text
• Design preferences and special requests

Technical Information:
• IP address, browser type, and pages visited (via analytics)
• Form submission data through Tally forms
• Cookies from Google Analytics and other third-party services

Payment Information:
• Stripe processes payment data securely (we do not store payment details)
• Billing address and contact information

How We Use Your Information:
• We create and deliver custom memorial programs
• We communicate about your order status and delivery
• We provide customer support throughout the design process
• We improve our services and website functionality
• We send order confirmations and delivery notifications
• We comply with legal obligations

Special Handling of Memorial Content:
Given the sensitive nature of memorial information, we:
• Handle all photos and personal content with the utmost respect and care
• Use secure, encrypted storage for all memorial materials
• Limit access to memorial content to essential staff only
• Never use memorial content for marketing or promotional purposes
• Treat all information with the dignity appropriate for memorial services

Data Retention:
Memorial Content: We retain photos and memorial program content for 90 days after delivery to allow for any revisions or reprints. After this period, we permanently delete all memorial materials from our systems unless you specifically request longer retention.

Customer Information: We retain basic contact and order information for 2 years for customer service and legal compliance.

Technical Data: We retain analytics and website usage data for 12 months.

Data Protection:
We use industry-standard security measures, including:
• SSL encryption for all data transmission
• Secure cloud storage with encryption at rest
• Regular security audits and updates
• Limited staff access on a need-to-know basis
• Secure third-party processors (Stripe for payments, Tally for forms)
• Our form processor (Tally) is GDPR compliant and stores data in Europe

We do not sell, share, or distribute your information to third parties except as necessary to provide our services or comply with legal requirements.

Your Rights:
You can request to:
• View all the data we have about you
• Update or correct your information
• Delete your data (subject to legal retention requirements)
• Receive a copy of your data in a structured, machine-readable format (PDF and CSV formats available)

To exercise these rights: Email admin@funeralready.com with "Privacy Request" in the subject line. Include the full name and email address used for your order. We will respond within 30 days and verify your identity by requesting the email address, phone number used for your order, and approximate order date.

For California residents: The California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) grants you additional rights:
• Right to know what personal information we collect and how we use it
• Right to delete personal information (with certain exceptions)
• Right to opt-out of the sale of personal information (we do not sell your information)
• Right to non-discrimination for exercising your privacy rights

For EU residents: The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) grants you rights, including the right to file a complaint with your local data protection authority.

Data Breach Notification:
In the unlikely event of a data breach affecting your personal information, we will email affected users within 72 hours and provide details about the breach and the steps we take to address it.

Terms of Service
Service Description:
FuneralReady.com provides custom memorial program design services. We create personalized funeral programs within 24-48 hours based on the information and photos you provide.

License & Usage:
Custom memorial programs created by FuneralReady.com are licensed for personal memorial use only. You receive a non-exclusive, non-transferable license to use the final design. You may:
• Print unlimited copies for memorial services
• Share digital copies with family members for memorial purposes
• Use the design for the specific memorial service ordered

You may not:
• Resell or redistribute our custom designs
• Use our templates or designs for commercial purposes
• Claim ownership of the design elements we create
• Modify our watermarked proofs or final designs
• Remove our copyright notices from the final files

Service Terms:
• You must be at least 18 years old to place orders
• You agree to provide accurate information for memorial programs
• You are responsible for the accuracy of all content provided
• We reserve the right to refuse service for inappropriate requests
• All sales are final upon delivery of the approved memorial program
• Design work begins once payment is processed and all required information is received

Delivery & Revisions:
• We deliver memorial programs within 24-48 hours via secure email download links.
• We include one round of revisions in the service fee
• Additional revisions are available for $25 per round
• You receive final files in both PDF (print-ready) and PNG (social media) formats
• Files remain available for download for 30 days after delivery

Refund Policy
Due to the custom nature of our memorial program design services and urgent timelines, all sales are final once we begin design work (when payment is processed and we receive all required information).

Exceptions:
• Technical issues that prevent file delivery
• Errors on our part in the design process
• Failure to deliver within the promised timeframe
• Force majeure events beyond our control

If you experience any of these issues, contact admin@funeralready.com within 48 hours, and we'll resolve it by:
• Correcting design errors at no charge
• Providing new download links
• Offering expedited re-design if needed
• Providing a full refund if we cannot resolve the issue

Limitation of Liability
Our liability is limited to the amount you paid for our services. We are not liable for:
• Printing quality issues on your end
• Delays in your internet or email service
• Indirect, incidental, or consequential damages
• Loss of profits or business interruption
• Delays due to force majeure events (natural disasters, internet outages, etc.)

Communications
By providing your contact information, you consent to receive:
• Order confirmations and status updates
• Design proofs and revision requests
• Customer support communications
• Delivery notifications

We will not send marketing emails unless you specifically opt in. You can unsubscribe from any communications at any time.

Governing Law and Dispute Resolution
Washington State law governs these terms. We will first address any disputes through good-faith negotiation. If negotiation fails, we will resolve disputes through binding arbitration under the Commercial Arbitration Rules of the American Arbitration Association in Seattle, Washington. You waive any right to a jury trial or class action lawsuit.

Force Majeure
We are not liable for delays or failures in performance due to circumstances beyond our reasonable control, including but not limited to natural disasters, internet outages, power failures, or other acts of God.

Changes to Terms
We may update these terms periodically. We will communicate material changes via email to recent customers and post them on our website with an updated effective date. Your continued use of our services after changes indicates your acceptance of the new terms.
Intellectual Property

Copyright Ownership:
• You retain ownership of photos and content you provide
• We retain ownership of design elements, layouts, and creative work
• You receive a license to use the final memorial program as specified above
• All website content, templates, and marketing materials are our intellectual property

Copyright Notice:
© 2025 FuneralReady.com. All rights reserved.
All custom memorial program designs, templates, and site content are the intellectual property of FuneralReady.com. Unauthorized reproduction or distribution is prohibited.

Cookie Notice
We use cookies to improve your browsing experience and analyze site traffic. By using this site, you consent to our use of cookies.

Types of Cookies We Use:
• Essential: Required for basic site functionality and form submission
• Analytics: Help us understand how visitors use our site (Google Analytics)
• Functional: Remember your preferences and improve user experience
• Third-Party: Cookies from Stripe (payment processing) and Tally (forms)

You can manage cookie preferences in your browser settings, though disabling certain cookies may affect site functionality.

Age Requirements
You must be at least 18 years old to use our services. By placing an order, you represent and warrant meeting this age requirement.

Contact Us
General Questions or Support: Email: admin@funeralready.com
Privacy-Related Inquiries: Email: admin@funeralready.com Subject line: "Privacy Request"
Legal Inquiries: Email: admin@funeralready.com
Response Time: We aim to respond within 24 hours during business days (Monday-Friday, 9 AM - 5 PM PST). For urgent memorial needs, we monitor emails 24/7 and will respond as quickly as possible.
Business Phone: 206-552-0533

Thank You for Choosing Funeral Ready
We're honored to help you create a meaningful memorial program during this difficult time. These terms protect you and our business while ensuring you receive the compassionate, professional service you deserve.

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