Terms of Service for SwingShop

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using SwingShop ("the Service"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, do not use the Service.

2. Description of Service

SwingShop is a digital platform that aggregates, organizes, and shares golf instruction content from various sources to help golfers improve their game. Users can browse tips, save favorites, and engage with golf instruction content.

3. User Accounts

Account Creation

• You must provide accurate and complete information when creating an account
• You must be at least 13 years old to use the Service
• You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials
• You are responsible for all activities that occur under your account

Account Security

• Choose a strong password and keep it secure
• Notify us immediately of any unauthorized access to your account
• We are not liable for any loss resulting from unauthorized use of your account

4. User Content

Content You Create

• You retain ownership of content you create (notes, saved tips, profile information)
• By using the Service, you grant us a license to store, display, and share your content as necessary to provide the Service
• You are responsible for the content you create and share

Third-Party Content

• SwingShop aggregates and embeds content from third-party sources (Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, TikTok, etc.)
• We do not own this third-party content and display it in accordance with platform embed policies
• Third-party content is subject to the original creator's copyright and terms
• All embedded content is properly attributed to the original creators

Copyright and DMCA

We respect intellectual property rights. If you believe content on SwingShop infringes your copyright, contact us at legal@theswingshop.com with:

• Description of the copyrighted work
• URL of the infringing content
• Your contact information
• A statement of good faith belief that use is not authorized
• A statement that the information is accurate and you are authorized to act

We will respond to valid DMCA notices in accordance with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act.

5. Acceptable Use

You agree NOT to:

• Violate any laws or regulations
• Infringe on intellectual property rights
• Post spam, malware, or harmful content
• Harass, abuse, or harm other users
• Attempt to hack, disrupt, or compromise the Service
• Use the Service for commercial purposes without permission
• Impersonate others or provide false information
• Scrape or crawl the Service without permission

6. Content Moderation

We reserve the right to:

• Remove content that violates these Terms
• Suspend or terminate accounts that violate these Terms
• Moderate user-generated content
• Take action against abusive users

7. Intellectual Property

SwingShop IP

• The SwingShop name, logo, and branding are owned by MCM Ventures LLC
• The website design, code, and original content are protected by copyright
• You may not copy, modify, or distribute our intellectual property without permission

Third-Party IP

• All third-party content remains the property of the original creators
• We display content under embed policies and fair use principles
• Content creators retain all rights to their original work

8. Disclaimers

No Warranties

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

Golf Instruction

• Golf tips and instruction are provided for educational purposes only
• We do not guarantee results from following any golf instruction
• Always consult a qualified golf professional before making significant changes to your swing
• Golf can involve physical activity; consult a doctor if you have health concerns

Third-Party Content

• We are not responsible for the accuracy, quality, or safety of third-party content
• We do not endorse any specific golf instruction methods or instructors
• Use third-party content at your own risk

9. Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW:

• We are not liable for any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages
• Our total liability is limited to $100 or the amount you paid us in the past 12 months (whichever is greater)
• We are not liable for damages caused by third-party content or services

10. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless SwingShop, MCM Ventures LLC, and our affiliates from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from:

• Your use of the Service
• Your violation of these Terms
• Your violation of any third-party rights
• Content you create or share

11. Termination

By You

• You may delete your account at any time through account settings
• Deletion is permanent and cannot be undone

By Us

We may suspend or terminate your account if you:

• Violate these Terms
• Engage in abusive or fraudulent behavior
• Cause harm to the Service or other users

12. Changes to Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by posting the updated Terms on this page, updating the "Last Updated" date, and sending you an email for material changes. Continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.

13. Privacy

Your use of the Service is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference.

14. Advertising

We may display advertisements on the Service. Advertisements are clearly marked and separate from organic content.

15. Links to Third-Party Sites

The Service may contain links to third-party websites and services. We are not responsible for the content, privacy policies, or practices of third-party sites.

16. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of New Jersey, United States, without regard to conflict of law provisions.

17. Dispute Resolution

Informal Resolution

Before filing a claim, contact us at legal@theswingshop.com to attempt informal resolution.

Arbitration

Any disputes will be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with the American Arbitration Association rules, rather than in court. You waive your right to a jury trial and class action.

Exceptions

Either party may seek injunctive relief in court for intellectual property disputes.

18. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions remain in full effect.

19. Entire Agreement

These Terms, along with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and SwingShop.

20. Contact Information

For questions about these Terms:

• Email: legal@theswingshop.com
• Address: PO Box 464, New Providence, NJ 07974

21. Additional Terms for Content Creators

If you are a content creator whose work is featured on SwingShop:

• We display your content through official embed functionality provided by platforms (Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, TikTok)
• All content is attributed to you with links to your original posts
• You retain all rights to your content
• If you wish to have your content removed, contact us at support@theswingshop.com

We operate under fair use principles and platform embed policies. Our goal is to help golfers discover great instruction while driving traffic back to creators.