These Terms and Conditions (“Agreement”) govern your use of the website and services provided by Refresh Columbia (“Company,” “we,” or “us”). By accessing our website and making use of our services, you agree to comply with and be bound by the following terms and conditions. Please read this Agreement carefully before proceeding. If you do not agree to these terms and conditions, you should not use our website or services.

1. Acceptance of Terms

1.1 By using our website or services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to be bound by this Agreement.

1.2 You affirm that you are at least 18 years old and capable of entering into a legally binding contract. If you are using our website or services on behalf of an organization, you represent and warrant that you have the authority to bind that organization to this Agreement.

1.3 We reserve the right to modify or update these terms and conditions at any time without prior notice. It is your responsibility to review this Agreement periodically for changes. Your continued use of our website or services after any modifications constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.

2. Description of Services

2.1 Refresh Columbia offers a blog website where we provide news, stories, and local happenings in the State of Columbia (“Services”).

2.2 Our Services cover a wide range of topics, including but not limited to restaurants, business lunches, movies, media, and other relevant information about the Palmetto State.

2.3 We strive to provide accurate and up-to-date information on our website. However, we do not guarantee the completeness, reliability, or accuracy of the content. The information provided on our website is for general informational purposes only and should not be relied upon as professional advice.

2.4 We reserve the right to modify, update, or remove any content on our website without prior notice.

3. Intellectual Property

3.1 The content on our website, including but not limited to articles, images, logos, and software, is the property of Refresh Columbia and is protected by copyright laws.

3.2 You are granted a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and use the content on our website solely for personal, non-commercial purposes. You must not reproduce, distribute, modify, or create derivative works of any content without our prior written consent.

3.3 Any trademarks, service marks, or logos displayed on our website are the property of their respective owners. You are prohibited from using any trademarks without the written permission of the owner.

4. User Responsibilities

4.1 You agree to use our website and Services only for lawful purposes and in accordance with this Agreement. You must not engage in any activity that may interfere with the operation of our website or Services or infringe upon the rights of others.

4.2 The content provided on our website is for general informational purposes only. It does not constitute professional advice, and you should not rely solely on the information provided. You are responsible for conducting your own research and seeking professional advice as necessary.

4.3 You are solely responsible for the content you post or submit on our website. By posting or submitting content, you grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide, perpetual license to use, modify, reproduce, display, and distribute the content for the purposes of operating and promoting our website and Services.

4.4 When interacting with our website or Services, you must not engage in any abusive, defamatory, or harassing behavior towards other users or our staff.

5. Third-Party Websites and Content

5.1 Our website may contain links to third-party websites or content that are not owned or controlled by Refresh Columbia. We do not endorse or assume any responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of third-party websites. You access third-party websites at your own risk.

6. Limitation of Liability

6.1 To the maximum extent permitted by law, Refresh Columbia and its affiliates, directors, officers, employees, and agents shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or special damages arising out of or in any way connected with your use of our website or Services.

6.2 We make no warranties or representations about the accuracy or completeness of the content on our website. We disclaim all warranties, express or implied, including but not limited to warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement.

7. Indemnification

7.1 You agree to indemnify and hold Refresh Columbia and its affiliates, directors, officers, employees, and agents harmless from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, costs, and expenses, including reasonable attorneys’ fees, arising out of or in connection with your use of our website or Services, violation of this Agreement, or infringement of any intellectual property or other rights.

8. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

8.1 This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Columbia, without regard to its conflict of laws principles.

8.2 Any dispute arising out of or in connection with this Agreement shall be resolved through good faith negotiations. If the dispute cannot be resolved amicably, it shall be submitted to binding arbitration in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association.

8.3 The prevailing party in any arbitration or legal proceeding shall be entitled to recover its reasonable attorneys’ fees and costs.

9. Severability

9.1 If any provision of this Agreement is held to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

10. Entire Agreement

10.1 This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between you and Refresh Columbia and supersedes any prior or contemporaneous understandings, agreements, or representations, whether oral or written.