Terms of Service

Introduction

Welcome to my friends and family newsletter and blog, a personal website and newsletter created for the use and enjoyment of my family and friends. These Terms of Service ("Terms") outline the rules and expectations for using this website and newsletter, which is intended for private use by those directly connected to the owner.

Scope

These Terms apply to individuals who are:

  • Directly connected or related to the website's owner (family members, friends, etc.)
  • Using the website for personal or family purposes
  • Not publicly sharing the website's content or URL with third parties

If you do not align with the defined scope, please refrain from using this website.

Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using this website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to bind, and be bound, by these Terms.

Usage Rules

1. Private Use Only: This website is intended for personal use only by those directly connected to the owner (family members, friends, etc.).

2. No Public Sharing: You shall not share the website's content or URL with third parties, including but not limited to:

  • Social media platforms
  • Online forums
  • Blogs or websites
  • Email lists

3. Respect for Others' Content: You shall respect the ownership and intellectual property rights of others by not using, sharing, or modifying any content without permission from the original creator.

4. No Commercial Use: This website is not intended for commercial use. You shall not use this website to promote or sell products, services, or ideas.

5. No Automated Scripts: You shall not use automated scripts or bots to access or interact with this website in any way.

Responsibilities

1. Conduct Yourself Responsibly: You agree to conduct yourself in a respectful and responsible manner while using this website.

2. Maintain Confidentiality: You agree to maintain the confidentiality of any sensitive information shared by the owner on this website.

3. No Harassment or Bullying: You agree not to engage in any behavior that may be considered harassment, bullying, or intimidation towards others.

Intellectual Property

1. Ownership: The owner reserves all rights to their content, including but not limited to:

  • Photographs
  • Writing
  • Music
  • Graphics

2. No Copyright Infringement: You agree not to infringe on the owner's copyright or intellectual property rights by using or sharing any content without permission.

Dispute Resolution

Any disputes arising from these Terms shall be resolved through:

1. Good Faith Negotiation

2. Mediation

3. Small Claims Court (if applicable)

Termination

These Terms may be terminated by the owner at any time, with or without cause, upon notice to you.

Amendments

The owner reserves the right to modify these Terms at any time. You agree to review these Terms regularly and consent to any changes.

By using this website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to bind, and be bound, by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, please refrain from using this website.

In addition to these terms I also publish a Privacy Policy that I encourage you to read