Terms of Service - Gulf Beaches Lib

📋 Terms of Service

Important information about using our website and services

Last updated: January 15, 2025

📋 Table of Contents

Welcome to Gulf Beaches Lib

These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your use of the Gulf Beaches Lib website located at gulfbeacheslib.org (the "Service") operated by Gulf Beaches Lib ("us", "we", or "our").

🎯 Quick Summary

By accessing our website, you agree to these terms. Our service provides information about Gulf Coast beaches, events, and travel planning tools. We aim to be helpful while protecting both your rights and ours.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using this website, you accept and agree to be bound by the terms and provision of this agreement. If you do not agree to abide by the above, please do not use this service.

✅ Agreement Conditions

• You must be at least 13 years old to use our services
• If you are under 18, you must have parental consent
• You have the legal capacity to enter into this agreement
• Your use complies with all applicable laws and regulations

2. Description of Service

Gulf Beaches Lib provides information and resources about Gulf Coast beaches, local attractions, events, safety information, and trip planning tools. Our services are provided free of charge as a public information resource.

🏖️ What We Provide

• Beach and attraction information
• Event listings and RSVP services
• Safety tips and weather updates
• Trip planning tools and itineraries
• Contact and visitor support services

🔧 Service Availability

• Available 24/7 with periodic maintenance
• Information updated regularly
• Customer support during business hours
• Mobile-friendly responsive design
• Free access to all basic features

3. User Accounts and Registration

While most of our services are available without registration, some features may require you to provide contact information or create preferences. You are responsible for maintaining the accuracy of any information you provide.

👤 Account Responsibilities

• Provide accurate and complete information
• Update information when it changes
• Protect any login credentials
• Notify us of unauthorized access

4. Acceptable Use Policy

You agree to use our services only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. You are prohibited from using our services in ways that could harm us, other users, or third parties.

✅ Permitted Uses

• Access and browse website content
• Use trip planning and informational tools
• Contact us with questions or feedback
• Share our content with proper attribution
• Register for events and activities
• Subscribe to newsletters and updates

❌ Prohibited Uses

• Automated data scraping or harvesting
• Transmitting spam, viruses, or malicious code
• Impersonating others or providing false information
• Interfering with website security or functionality
• Using content for commercial purposes without permission
• Posting inappropriate or offensive content

5. Content and Intellectual Property Rights

🏢 Our Content

All content on this website, including text, graphics, logos, images, and software, is owned by Gulf Beaches Lib or licensed to us and is protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws.

• You may view and print content for personal use
• Commercial use requires written permission
• Attribution required when sharing our content
• Modification of our content is prohibited

👤 User-Generated Content

When you submit content to us (reviews, comments, photos, questions), you grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, display, and distribute that content in connection with our services.

• You retain ownership of your original content
• Content must not violate others' rights
• We may moderate or remove inappropriate content
• You're responsible for backing up your content

6. Privacy and Data Protection

Your privacy is important to us. Our collection and use of personal information is governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference.

🔒 Key Privacy Points

• We collect only necessary information to provide our services
• Your data is protected with industry-standard security measures
• We do not sell your personal information to third parties
• You have rights regarding your personal data

For complete details, please review our Privacy Policy.

7. Disclaimers and Warranties

⚠️ Service Disclaimers

Our services are provided "as is" and "as available" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied.

• Information accuracy is not guaranteed
• Weather and tide data may not be current
• Event details subject to change without notice
• Third-party links are provided for convenience only

🏖️ Travel and Safety Information

While we strive to provide accurate and helpful information, you are responsible for your own safety and decision-making when visiting Gulf Coast locations.

• Always check current conditions before visiting beaches
• Follow posted safety guidelines and warning flags
• Verify event details directly with organizers
• Use your judgment regarding weather and water conditions

8. Limitation of Liability

⚖️ Liability Limitations

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, Gulf Beaches Lib shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including but not limited to:

• Loss of profits, data, or business opportunities
• Personal injury or property damage during beach visits
• Reliance on information provided on our website
• Interruption of service or website downtime
• Actions of third-party service providers

Maximum Liability: In any case, our total liability to you for all damages shall not exceed $100 or the amount you paid to us in the 12 months preceding the claim, whichever is greater.

9. Termination

We may terminate or suspend your access to our services immediately, without prior notice or liability, for any reason, including breach of these Terms.

🚪 Termination by Us

• Violation of terms or policies
• Fraudulent or illegal activity
• Abuse of our services or systems
• Extended period of inactivity

👤 Termination by You

• Stop using our services at any time
• Contact us to delete your information
• Unsubscribe from communications
• Request account closure

10. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms shall be interpreted and governed by the laws of the State of Florida, United States, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

⚖️ Legal Framework

• Governing Law: State of Florida, USA
• Jurisdiction: Courts of Florida have exclusive jurisdiction
• Dispute Resolution: Good faith negotiation preferred
• Class Actions: Individual claims only, no class action suits

11. Changes to These Terms

We reserve the right to modify or replace these Terms at any time. If a revision is material, we will make reasonable efforts to provide notice prior to any new terms taking effect.

📢 How We Notify You of Changes

• Update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page
• Display prominent notices on our website
• Send email notifications for significant changes
• Provide 30-day notice period when possible

Your Continued Use: By continuing to access or use our service after any revisions become effective, you agree to be bound by the revised terms.

12. Contact Information

📧 Questions About These Terms?

If you have any questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us using the information below:

General Contact

📧 [email protected]

📞 (555) 123-4567

🕐 Monday-Friday, 9 AM - 5 PM EST

Mailing Address

Gulf Beaches Lib
Attn: Legal Department
North Naples, FL 34110, USA

13. Miscellaneous Provisions

🔗 Severability

If any provision is found unenforceable, the remainder of these Terms will remain in full effect.

📄 Entire Agreement

These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and Gulf Beaches Lib.

🤝 Waiver

No waiver of any term will be deemed a further or continuing waiver of such term or any other term.

📝 Assignment

We may assign our rights and obligations under these Terms without notice to you.

Last Updated: January 15, 2025

Effective Date: January 15, 2025

Version: 2.1