Terms of Service
Please read these terms carefully before using our services.
Last updated: December 2024
Acceptance of Terms
By accessing and using Guide to Cambridge ("the Service"), you accept and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use our Service. We reserve the right to modify these terms at any time, and your continued use constitutes acceptance of any changes.
Description of Service
Guide to Cambridge is a community-focused platform providing:
- Restaurant and dining guides for Cambridge, MA
- Local business directories and information
- Community event listings and calendars
- Neighborhood guides and local recommendations
- Transit and transportation information
We strive to provide accurate information but cannot guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of all content.
User Responsibilities
When using our Service, you agree to:
- Provide accurate information when submitting content
- Not use the Service for any unlawful purpose
- Not attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems
- Not interfere with the proper functioning of the Service
- Not scrape or collect data without permission
- Respect the intellectual property rights of others
User-Submitted Content
If you submit content (business listings, events, corrections, etc.):
- You grant us a non-exclusive license to use, display, and distribute your content
- You represent that you have the right to submit such content
- We may edit, modify, or remove content at our discretion
- You retain ownership of your original content
Business Listings
For businesses listed on our platform:
- Listings are provided for informational purposes only
- We do not endorse any specific business
- Business owners may request updates or corrections via our contact form
- We reserve the right to remove listings that violate our guidelines
- Hours, prices, and availability may change without notice
Disclaimers
THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND.
- We do not guarantee the accuracy of business information, hours, or availability
- We are not responsible for experiences at listed establishments
- Event details may change; always verify with organizers
- We are not liable for any losses arising from use of our Service
Intellectual Property
All content on Guide to Cambridge, including text, graphics, logos, and software, is our property or licensed to us and is protected by copyright and trademark laws.
You may not reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works without our written permission, except for personal, non-commercial use.
Limitation of Liability
To the maximum extent permitted by law, Guide to Cambridge shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including loss of profits, data, or goodwill, arising from your use of the Service.
Governing Law
These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Any disputes shall be resolved in the courts of Middlesex County, Massachusetts.