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Important Notice Regarding Our Services in the United States

We want to clearly state that Happyescorts does not operate within the United States and has no intention of expanding services there in the future. This policy decision stems from legislative actions taken by the U.S. Congress - specifically, the introduction of the Stop Enabling Sex Traffickers Act (SESTA) and the Allow States and Victims to Fight Online Sex Trafficking Act (FOSTA). These laws impose serious legal consequences on website operators for content posted by users if it is connected to prostitution or sex trafficking.

Under the provisions of SESTA/FOSTA, particularly 18 U.S.C. § 2421A(a), individuals who own, run, or maintain online platforms that use - or impact - interstate or international commerce with the intent of facilitating prostitution may face significant penalties. These include monetary fines, imprisonment for up to ten years, or both. The term “interactive computer service” is defined in Section 230(f) of the Communications Act of 1934 (47 U.S.C. § 230(f)).

Additionally, subsection (b) increases those penalties if the platform facilitates the prostitution of five or more persons, or if the operator is recklessly indifferent to possible involvement in sex trafficking, as outlined in 18 U.S.C. § 1591(a). Such violations can lead to prison terms of up to 25 years and additional fines.

These regulations apply to any activity deemed to be “in commerce,” encompassing digital and communication networks involved in interstate or international trade, as interpreted in United States v. Baston, 818 F.3d 651 (11th Cir. 2016). The term “affecting commerce,” as seen in Citizens Bank v. Alafabco, Inc., 539 U.S. 52 (2003), illustrates the broad reach of Congress’s Commerce Clause authority. Promoting services online is considered a commercial act, and thus falls under this scope (Baston, 818 F.3d at 664-665).

As such, any website that knowingly promotes or facilitates prostitution in the U.S. - including the advertisement of individuals based there - may be in breach of federal law.

To ensure complete adherence to SESTA/FOSTA, Happyescorts will not offer its platform in the United States. We understand this may be disappointing to some and apologize for any confusion. Our priority remains to offer safe, lawful services in other regions where we are active, and we appreciate your continued trust.

If you have questions or need further clarification, please reach out to us and a member of our team will assist you.

Thank you for your understanding and support.

Sincerely,
The Happyescorts Team