Terms of Use

Effective Date: 1/1/2025
Last Updated: 5/21/2025

These Terms and Conditions (collectively, the "Terms of Use") govern your access to and use of any websites owned or operated by Word Smithey, including but not limited to https://wordsmithey.com (the "Site"). These Terms of Use also apply to any services, content, features, or offerings provided by Word Smithey through the Site (collectively, the "Services").

By using our Services, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use. If you do not agree, you must not access or use the Site or any Services.

1. Proprietary Rights
All content, design, graphics, images, audio, video, text, and other material appearing on or available through the Site (collectively, the "Content") are the sole property of Word Smithey or its licensors and are protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. Your access to the Site does not grant you any ownership or license rights in the Content.

2. Limited License
Subject to your compliance with these Terms of Use, Word Smithey grants you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, and revocable license to access and use the Site for your personal, non-commercial use. All rights not expressly granted are reserved.

3. Prohibited Use
You may not:

  • Use the Site or Content for any commercial purpose without our prior written permission.

  • Modify, reproduce, republish, distribute, or create derivative works from the Content.

  • Attempt to reverse engineer, hack, or interfere with the Site's operations or security.

  • Use automated means to scrape or access the Site.

  • Violate any applicable law while using the Site or Services.

4. Trademarks
Word Smithey, its logos, and associated brand elements are trademarks of Word Smithey. Other trademarks displayed on the Site are the property of their respective owners. You may not use any trademarks without prior written permission.

5. User Information
If you provide personal information to us (e.g., email address), you agree that it is accurate and current. Use of personal data is governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated by reference into these Terms.

6. Submitted Materials
We do not accept unsolicited manuscripts or creative materials outside designated submission channels. Any other submissions (e.g., emails, feedback, suggestions) become the property of Word Smithey, and you grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual license to use them without obligation or compensation to you.

7. Your Representations and Warranties
You represent and warrant that:

  • You will not violate any law or third-party rights using the Services.

  • You will not attempt to access restricted areas of the Site or bypass security features.

  • You will not use the Site to harass, defame, or infringe upon the rights of others.

8. Public Forums and Comments
The Site includes areas where users may post comments, reviews, or participate in discussions. By using these features, you agree not to post content that is illegal, harassing, infringing, defamatory, obscene, or otherwise objectionable. We reserve the right to remove any content at our sole discretion and may suspend or ban users who violate these rules.

9. Monitoring and Enforcement
We may, but are not obligated to, monitor the Site and user submissions. We reserve the right to remove or block any content that violates these Terms or applicable law.

10. Privacy
Please refer to our Privacy Policy for details on how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.

11. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Word Smithey and its affiliates from any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, or expenses arising from your use of the Site or violation of these Terms.

12. Third-Party Links and Services
The Site may link to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the content, policies, or practices of such sites. Your use of third-party services is at your own risk and subject to their terms.

13. E-Commerce
The Site offers products and services for sale, including but not limited to books, merchandise, and digital downloads. All purchases made through the Site are subject to our posted pricing, return, and refund policies. Payments are processed through trusted third-party vendors, and by placing an order, you represent that you are authorized to use the payment method provided.

14. Infringement Notification
If you believe any content on our Site infringes your copyright, please contact us with:

  • Your contact information;

  • Description of the copyrighted work;

  • URL or location of the alleged infringement;

  • A statement of good-faith belief;

  • Your signature and a statement under penalty of perjury.
    Send to: legal@wordsmithey.com

15. Disclaimer of Warranties
The Site and Services are provided "as is" and "as available." We disclaim all warranties, express or implied, including non-infringement, merchantability, and fitness for a particular purpose. We do not guarantee uninterrupted access, accuracy, or reliability.

16. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Word Smithey and its affiliates shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from your use or inability to use the Site or Services.

17. Age Restriction
You must be at least 13 years old to use the Site. By using the Site, you represent that you meet this requirement.

18. Governing Law and Jurisdiction
These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Florida, without regard to its conflict of laws principles. You agree to submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in Hillsborough County, Florida.

19. Termination
We may terminate or suspend your access to the Site without notice if you violate these Terms.

20. Changes to Terms
We may modify these Terms at any time. Changes take effect upon posting. Your continued use of the Site constitutes your acceptance.

21. Contact Us
If you have questions, contact us at:
legal@wordsmithey.com
Word Smithey