Purpose and Scope of Web Site

The materials contained in this Web site, both text and graphics, are presented for informational purposes only. Nothing on this Web site is intended as, nor should it be construed as, an offer to sell or an invitation to buy any product or service currently offered by StanCorp Financial Group, Inc., or any of its corporate subsidiaries.

Service Marks and Marketing Names

The Standard signature format — comprised of the logotype "The Standard," the wing/people symbol, the banner and the descriptor — is a service mark of StanCorp.

Copyright and Trademarks

All slogans, logos, photography and graphics contained on this Web site are copyrighted or trademarked. You may not download, post, transmit, modify or distribute any material on this Web site without the express written consent of StanCorp. You may not create a hyperlink to this Web site that uses any logo, graphic, slogan or other protected mark found herein without the express written consent of StanCorp. Unauthorized use of protected material could result in forfeiture of the violator’s profits obtained as a result of the unauthorized use as well as the payment of other damages and fees.

Disclaimer of Warranties and Damages

Access to and use of this Web site are provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis without express or implied warranties of any kind. StanCorp and its corporate subsidiaries do not warrant that such access and use will be uninterrupted. Because the Internet is an unsecured public information network, we cannot and do not guarantee the completeness or accuracy of any information obtained from this Web site or its applicability to your unique financial situation. The information contained herein is presented without express or implied warranties of any kind. The information is not intended as, nor should it be construed as, legal or professional advice. Please consult your financial, insurance, legal or tax advisor for guidance on your personal situation. In no event will we or any third party be liable for direct, indirect, incidental or consequential damages resulting from any defect in or use of this site. We reserve the right to revise or change the terms or descriptions contained in this Web site at any time without prior notice.

Securities

Certain statements in this Web site, including statements regarding the anticipated development and expansion of StanCorp’s business, the effect of regulatory actions, the intent, belief, or current expectations of StanCorp’s management, the future operating performance of StanCorp, and other statements contained herein regarding matters that are not historical facts, are "forward-looking" statements (as such term is defined in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995). Because such statements are subject to risks and uncertainties, actual results may differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, those risks and uncertainties disclosed in StanCorp’s Registration Statement (Registration No. 333-72521) and Prospectus, Forms 10-K, 10-Q and 8-K, filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

Outside Links

Hyperlinks to other Internet sites are included on this Web site solely as a convenience to our customers, agents, and the general public. Unless otherwise stated in this Web site, StanCorp and its corporate subsidiaries do not control, endorse, promote or have any affiliation with any other Web site. We do not assume any responsibility for the content or presentation of any linked Web site.

Viruses

StanCorp and its corporate subsidiaries are not responsible for any damage caused to your personal computer by the existence of computer viruses affecting the Internet. It is your responsibility to scan any downloaded material for viruses before accepting information from the Internet.

Privacy

We adhere to all state and federal laws regarding the privacy of any information submitted by visitors to this Web site. We cannot guarantee the security of any data submitted through the Internet, which is an unsecured communication network.

Questions?

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