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Last updated: September 1, 2026. By using Benefit Compass you agree to these terms.
Informational service only
Benefit Compass provides general information and estimates about government assistance programs. We are not a government agency and are not affiliated with or endorsed by any government agency. We do not accept, submit, or process benefit applications, and nothing on this site is legal, financial, tax, or benefits advice.
Estimates are not determinations
Results are estimates based solely on the answers you provide and publicly available program guidelines. Only the agency administering a program can determine your actual eligibility and benefit amount. Program rules change frequently and may differ by state or county.
Your responsibilities
You agree to provide accurate information, to use the site only for lawful personal purposes, and not to scrape, copy, disrupt, reverse engineer, or attempt unauthorized access to the site or its data.
Third-party links and offers
The site links to government application pages and may display optional commercial recommendations. We do not control third-party websites and are not responsible for their content, products, or practices. See our Advertising Disclosure.
Intellectual property
The Benefit Compass name, design, and content are owned by us and may not be reproduced without permission.
Disclaimer of warranties and limitation of liability
The site is provided "as is" and "as available" without warranties of any kind, express or implied. To the fullest extent permitted by law, Benefit Compass is not liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages, or for any decision you make based on information found on this site.
Changes and contact
We may modify these terms or the site at any time. Continued use means you accept the updated terms. Questions? Email help@benefitscompass.org.