TERMS OF SERVICE & MEMBERSHIP POLICY
Membership Tiers, Billing & Cancellation
By signing up for an account on this website, you agree to the following terms:
Paid Membership Tiers
All subscriptions are billed monthly and processed securely through Stripe.
- $7/month – Premium Membership: Unlock The Vault
- Access to all released episodes
- Exclusive access to the living digital receipts archive called “The Vault”
- Occasional behind-the-scenes or unreleased materials
- Access to private discord chat
No Refund Policy
- All payments are final. We do not offer refunds for unused time, partial months, or forgotten cancellations.
- If you cancel, your access continues through the remainder of your current billing period.
Cancel Anytime
- You can cancel your membership through your account dashboard at any time.
- Your subscription will not renew after cancellation.
IP Watermarking & Anti-Piracy Notice
This website uses Spotlightr to deliver all premium video content securely. All videos are automatically watermarked with your IP address.
- If you screen record or share content outside of this website, your IP address will appear in the footage and may be visible to anyone who views it.
- This is a built-in security feature designed to discourage theft, out-of-context editing, and online harassment.
- You are strictly prohibited from redistributing any gated content in any form — including screen recordings, uploads, or file transfers.
- Violators may be banned, reported, and subject to legal action.
By continuing to use this website, you acknowledge and consent to IP watermarking during all video playback and file downloads.
Statement to Viewers & Fans
This space was created for your protection — and mine.
Because of repeated content theft, false flagging, and public smear campaigns, I’ve built this platform to tell the full story without interference.
- This is a secure, locked environment.
- Membership is required to verify who is accessing the content.
- All sensitive materials — videos, police reports, screenshots, screen recordings, and texts — are protected and traceable.
Please respect this space and the truth being shared. Don’t screen record, repost, or circulate content outside of this site. Doing so may expose your identity and put others at risk.
Privacy Policy
We are committed to protecting your privacy.
- We only collect the personal data necessary to create your account, deliver content, and process payments.
- All payments are processed through Stripe. We do not store your full credit card or billing information.
- Your IP address may be collected and used for security purposes, including video watermarking and fraud prevention.
- We do not sell, trade, or share your personal data with third parties.
- You may request deletion of your account or data at any time by contacting us directly.
Indemnification & Waiver of Legal Claims
By creating an account, subscribing to content, or accessing any portion of this website, private social media groups and private chat groups — whether free or paid — you agree to the following legally binding terms:
You hereby irrevocably waive any and all rights to initiate, file, or participate in any legal action, claim, or lawsuit against:
- Behind the False Light Podcast
- Fortis Haven Media©
- Any affiliates, representatives, producers, employees, or content contributors, including the host, Julie Albanese.
for any reason related to the content published on this website, including but not limited to:
- Perceived defamation, emotional distress, or reputational harm
- Commentary, allegations, evidence, or opinions expressed within podcast episodes or vault materials
- Access to private or public case-related files or commentary on public interest matters
By accessing this site, you agree that:
- All content is provided for documentary, journalistic, and informational purposes only
- You voluntarily assume all risks related to viewing this material
- You release and indemnify Fortis Haven Media© and all its representatives from any and all claims of liability
- You agree not to pursue legal action related to your access to or interpretation of the content
- This release applies even if you are the subject of the content
Enforceability in All 50 States
This agreement is legally binding and enforceable in all 50 U.S. states under the principles of contract law and waiver of liability, supported by federal and state statutes, including:
- The Federal Arbitration Act (9 U.S.C. § 1 et seq.) — which upholds the enforceability of written waivers and arbitration agreements in interstate commerce
- U.S. Supreme Court precedent affirming that informed, voluntary waivers of liability — including those tied to digital or journalistic content — are legally enforceable
- The Uniform Electronic Transactions Act (UETA) — adopted in nearly all states, which recognizes digital acceptance of contracts and terms as legally valid
By continuing to use this website and accessing any gated content, you affirm that you understand and agree to the terms above, and that your agreement is voluntary, binding, and enforceable nationwide.
Ownership & Copyright Notice
Behind the False Light is a podcast and digital media property owned and operated by Fortis Haven Media©.
All content hosted on this site — including audio, video, text, documents, screen recordings, and other digital assets — is the intellectual property of Fortis Haven Media© and is protected under applicable copyright and anti-piracy laws.
Unauthorized copying, sharing, editing, uploading, screen recording, or reproduction is strictly prohibited. Violations may result in permanent suspension, legal action, and public exposure of your IP watermark.
Binding Arbitration & Jurisdiction Agreement
Agreement to Arbitrate
By accessing this website, creating an account, subscribing to content, or participating in any affiliated groups (whether free or paid), you agree that any and all disputes, claims, or controversies of any kind — including but not limited to those related to this website, its content, the Behind the False Light podcast or vault, Fortis Haven Media©, or any of its affiliates, representatives, or content contributors — shall be resolved exclusively through private, confidential, and binding arbitration.
No Court or Jury Involvement
You acknowledge and agree that:
• All disputes must be resolved outside of court
• You waive any right to a trial by jury
• You waive any right to bring or participate in a class action, mass claim, or group proceeding
• You will not initiate or participate in any lawsuit or legal action in any public court system related to your use of this site or its content
Arbitration Terms
• Arbitration shall be conducted under the rules of the American Arbitration Association (AAA) or another mutually agreed-upon neutral forum
• Arbitration may be conducted remotely or in a mutually agreed location
• The arbitrator shall have exclusive authority to resolve all disputes, including those related to the interpretation, validity, or enforceability of this agreement
• The arbitrator’s decision shall be final and binding, and judgment may be entered in any court solely for the purpose of enforcing the arbitration outcome
Jurisdictional Statement
This agreement to arbitrate applies regardless of your physical location, place of residence, or citizenship status, and shall be governed by applicable federal law, including the Federal Arbitration Act (9 U.S.C. §§ 1–16). This clause shall survive any termination of access, subscription, or membership.
Contact
If you have any questions about your membership, privacy, or these terms, please contact: