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1. Acceptance of Terms

• Agreement: By accessing or subscribing to The Northwoods Guide, you agree to comply with these Terms of Service, as well as our Privacy Policy. If you don’t agree with any part of these terms, please do not access the publication.

• Updates to Terms: We may modify these Terms occasionally. Updated Terms will be effective immediately upon posting. Your continued use of The Northwoods Guide after changes are posted indicates your acceptance of the new Terms.

2. Content Ownership and Usage

• Our Content: All content provided by The Northwoods Guide, including articles, images, logos, and designs, is protected by copyright, trademark, and intellectual property laws and belongs to us.

• Your License: Paid subscribers receive a limited, non-transferable, non-exclusive license to access and use the content for personal, non-commercial purposes only. Copying, distributing, or reselling any content is strictly prohibited without our explicit permission.

• User Contributions: By submitting any questions, feedback, or other contributions, you grant The Northwoods Guide permission to use, publish, and distribute your contributions. You affirm that any contributions are original or that you hold the rights to share them.

3. Subscription Plans and Payments

• Plans Offered: We offer various subscription plans, including free, monthly, yearly, and founding member options. Each plan includes specific benefits outlined in your subscription agreement.

• Billing & Payment: Payments are processed through a third-party provider like Stripe or PayPal. Subscriptions renew automatically at the end of each billing cycle unless you cancel according to our cancellation policy.

• Cancellation Policy: You may cancel your subscription anytime, but cancellations take effect at the end of the current billing period. Refunds are not issued for partially used subscription periods.

4. Health Disclaimer and Limitations

• Wellness Information: The Northwoods Guide provides wellness information and insights for educational purposes. This content is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult a healthcare provider with questions or concerns about your health.

• No Warranty: While we strive for accuracy, The Northwoods Guide makes no warranty as to the accuracy, completeness, or usefulness of the information provided. Content is offered “as is,” without any warranty of any kind.

• Limitation of Liability: The Northwoods Guide and its creators are not liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of content. This limitation applies to the fullest extent permitted by law.

5. Privacy and Data Protection

• Data Collection: We collect and use personal data in accordance with our Privacy Policy, which details the information we collect, how it’s used, and how we protect it. Your privacy is a priority for us.

• Third-Party Links: Our publication may contain links to third-party websites or services. We do not control, and are not responsible for, the privacy practices or content of these third-party sites.

6. Dispute Resolution and Governing Law

• Governing Law: These Terms are governed by the laws of the jurisdiction in which The Northwoods Guide operates.

• Dispute Resolution: In the event of a dispute, we first encourage informal negotiation. If no resolution is reached, disputes will be resolved through binding arbitration according to the rules of our local jurisdiction.

7. Termination of Access

• The Northwoods Guide reserves the right to suspend or terminate any subscriber or user who violates these Terms. In cases of termination for a breach of these Terms, refunds will not be issued.

8. Contact Information

• For questions about these Terms of Service, please reach out to us at thenorthwoodsgirl@gmail.com.

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