Terms of Service
Last updated: February 2026
1. Acceptance of Terms
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2. Purpose and Use of Data
The Epstein Index is a public-interest research tool that aggregates and organizes publicly available information related to the Jeffrey Epstein case. The data presented is compiled from court records, government documents, established journalism, and public archives.
You may use the data for personal research, journalism, academic work, and other lawful purposes. You may not use the data to harass, defame, threaten, or endanger any individual.
Attribution to The Epstein Index is appreciated when referencing data obtained from the Site.
3. No Warranty
All data and content on the Site is provided “as is” and “as available” without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. We do not warrant the accuracy, completeness, reliability, or timeliness of any information on the Site.
The inclusion of any person, organization, or entity in the database does not imply guilt, wrongdoing, or culpability. Evidence levels indicate the strength of publicly available sourcing, not legal conclusions.
4. Intellectual Property
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7. Modifications
We reserve the right to modify these Terms of Service at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date. Your continued use of the Site after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the modified terms.
8. Governing Law
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