Snopes Terms Scorecard

Grade B+ — Fair terms (score 80/100)

Snopes includes a class action waiver and a $100 liability cap, but notably avoids forced arbitration by making it optional for both parties.

Includes class action waiver and liability cap. No forced arbitration.

Terms at a glance

Sells your data
UNCLEAR
Forced arbitration
NO
Trains AI on your content
UNCLEAR
Collects biometric data
NO
Shares data with government
UNCLEAR
Easy to cancel
UNCLEAR
Tells you before changes
NO
Deletes data on request
UNCLEAR

What the terms actually say

Section 2 — Changes to Terms

We may modify these Terms at any time by posting the revised Terms on this page... Your continued use after such changes constitutes acceptance of the modified Terms.

The company can change the rules at any time without notifying you, and your continued use of the site counts as your agreement to the new terms.

Section 9 — Limitation of Liability

OUR TOTAL LIABILITY TO YOU FOR ALL CLAIMS SHALL NOT EXCEED $100.

Even if the company is at fault, the most you can recover in a legal claim is $100.

Section 11.3.2 — Individual Claims Only

You agree to bring claims only in your individual capacity. You may not: Bring or participate in any class, collective, or representative action.

You waive your right to participate in a class action lawsuit, forcing you to pursue claims individually.

Section 10 — Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Snopes, Inc., and its affiliates from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys’ fees)

You are responsible for paying the company's legal costs if they face a claim related to your use of the service.

Section 11.4 — Arbitration

Arbitration is available only if both parties agree in writing.

Unlike many services, Snopes does not force you into private arbitration; it is entirely optional.

Last reviewed 2026-08-05 under rubric v3.5.

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