Protocol & Service Terms

I. The Vault Service

Time Machine Vault (TMV) provides a secure, encrypted storage and delivery platform for legacy messages ("Capsules"). By creating a vault, you entrust TMV with the preservation and eventual delivery of your words according to the protocols set forth in these terms.

II. Delivery Protocols

Capsules are only released when the following verification protocol is satisfied:

• Inactivity Trigger: A prolonged period of account inactivity and unsuccessful attempts to contact the Vault owner.
• Designee Notification: A silent notification sent to a designated emergency contact.
• Guardian Confirmation: Final confirmation provided by a trusted Guardian appointed by the owner.

III. Guardian Responsibilities

When you appoint a Guardian, they must accept the role through a secure link. Guardians are responsible for confirming the Vault owner's passing with integrity. A Guardian has no legal right to the content of the Vault; their role is strictly limited to the verification of the delivery trigger.

IV. Continuity & Payments

Vault preservation requires an active subscription or a lifetime legacy plan. If a payment fails, we will make every effort to contact you. If your subscription lapses permanently, your vault may enter a "Dormant" state. In this state, capsules are preserved but will only be delivered if the verification protocol is manually initiated by your Designee.

V. Prohibited Content

While we respect the privacy of your messages, TMV may not be used for illegal activities, harassment, or the storage of credentials for malicious purposes. We reserve the right to terminate service if there is evidence of platform abuse.

VI. Disclaimer of Liability

TMV is a digital preservation service. While we employ extreme measures to ensure delivery, we cannot be held liable for factors outside our control, such as incorrect recipient contact information provided by the owner or changes in global internet protocols over multi-decade spans.