Terms of Service

1. Agreement to Terms

By accessing or using AntiqueStoresNearby.com ("the Website," "the Service," "we," "us," or "our"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you disagree with any part of these terms, then you may not access the Service.

2. Description of Service

AntiqueStoresNearby.com is an online directory service that provides information about antique stores, including but not limited to:

• Store locations and contact information
• Business hours and operational details
• Store specialties and inventory types
• Price range indicators
• Customer reviews and ratings
• Maps and directions
• Links to store websites

3. Acceptable Use

You agree to use the Service only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. You agree not to:

• Use the Service in any way that violates any applicable federal, state, local, or international law or regulation
• Transmit any material that is defamatory, obscene, fraudulent, or otherwise objectionable
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any portion of the Service or any other systems or networks
• Use any automated system, including "robots," "spiders," or "scrapers," to access the Service without our express written permission
• Interfere with or disrupt the Service or servers or networks connected to the Service
• Submit false or misleading information through the Service

4. User-Generated Content

4.1 User Reviews and Ratings

By submitting reviews, ratings, or other content to the Service, you:

• Grant us a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free, perpetual license to use, reproduce, modify, and distribute your content
• Represent that you have the right to submit such content
• Agree that your content will not violate any third party's rights
• Understand that we may remove content that violates these Terms or is otherwise objectionable

4.2 Content Standards

User content must not:

• Contain false, inaccurate, or misleading information
• Infringe upon any third party's intellectual property rights
• Contain viruses or other harmful computer code
• Constitute spam or unauthorized advertising
• Harass, threaten, or harm others

5. Directory Information Disclaimer

5.1 Accuracy of Information

While we strive to provide accurate and up-to-date information about antique stores:

• We do not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any store information
• Store hours, prices, inventory, and services may change without notice
• We are not responsible for any errors or omissions in the directory listings
• Users should verify all information directly with the stores before visiting or making purchases

5.2 No Endorsement

The inclusion of any store in our directory does not constitute an endorsement, recommendation, or guarantee of quality by AntiqueStoresNearby.com.

6. Third-Party Links and Services

The Service may contain links to third-party websites, including antique store websites. We are not responsible for:

• The content, products, or services offered on third-party websites
• The privacy practices of third-party websites
• Any transactions you conduct with third-party stores
• Any damages or losses resulting from your interactions with third parties

7. Intellectual Property Rights

7.1 Our Content

The Service and its original content (excluding user-generated content), features, and functionality are and will remain the exclusive property of AntiqueStoresNearby.com and its licensors. The Service is protected by copyright, trademark, and other laws. Our trademarks and trade dress may not be used without our prior written consent.

7.2 Store Information

Store names, logos, and other business information displayed on our Service remain the property of their respective owners.

8. Privacy

Your use of the Service is also governed by our Privacy Policy. Please review our Privacy Policy, which also governs the Site and informs users of our data collection practices.

9. Disclaimers and Limitations of Liability

9.1 Service Provided "As Is"

THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED ON AN "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" BASIS, WITHOUT ANY WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, NON-INFRINGEMENT, OR COURSE OF PERFORMANCE.

9.2 Limitation of Liability

IN NO EVENT SHALL ANTIQUESTORESNEARBY.COM, ITS OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, OR AGENTS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, LOSS OF PROFITS, DATA, USE, GOODWILL, OR OTHER INTANGIBLE LOSSES, RESULTING FROM YOUR USE OF THE SERVICE.

9.3 Store Interactions

We are not responsible for any interactions, transactions, or disputes between you and any antique stores listed on our Service. This includes but is not limited to:

• Quality or authenticity of items purchased
• Pricing disputes
• Delivery or shipping issues
• Store policies or practices

10. Indemnification

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless AntiqueStoresNearby.com and its officers, directors, employees, contractors, and agents from and against any claims, damages, obligations, losses, liabilities, costs, or debt, and expenses (including attorneys' fees) arising from:

• Your use of and access to the Service
• Your violation of these Terms
• Your violation of any third party right
• Any content you submit to the Service

11. Modifications to Terms

We reserve the right to modify or replace these Terms at any time at our sole discretion. If a revision is material, we will provide notice prior to any new terms taking effect by posting the updated Terms on this page with a new effective date.

12. Termination

We may terminate or suspend your access to our Service immediately, without prior notice or liability, for any reason whatsoever, including without limitation if you breach the Terms.

13. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed and construed in accordance with the laws of [Your State], United States, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Any legal action or proceeding arising under these Terms will be brought exclusively in the courts located in [Your County, State].

14. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is held to be invalid or unenforceable by a court, the remaining provisions of these Terms will remain in effect.

15. Entire Agreement

These Terms constitute the entire agreement between us regarding our Service and supersede and replace any prior agreements we might have between us regarding the Service.

16. Contact Information

If you have any questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us at:

17. Additional Terms for Mobile Applications

If you access the Service through a mobile application:

• You acknowledge that these Terms are between you and AntiqueStoresNearby.com only, not with any app store provider
• You are responsible for complying with any applicable third-party terms when using our mobile application
• The app store provider has no obligation to provide maintenance or support services for our application

18. DMCA Notice

If you believe that content on our Service violates your copyright, please contact our designated DMCA agent at [DMCA Contact Email] with the required information under the Digital Millennium Copyright Act.

By using AntiqueStoresNearby.com, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service.