Terms of Service

Effective Date: [DATE]
Last Updated: [DATE]

Welcome to Wedding Secrets, accessible via [WEBSITE_URL]. These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your use of our website, services, and tools designed to help you plan your wedding efficiently and affordably. By accessing or using our platform, you agree to these Terms. If you do not agree, please refrain from using our services.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using [WEBSITE_URL], you confirm that you are at least 18 years old and legally capable of entering into binding agreements. Your use of our services constitutes your acceptance of these Terms, our Privacy Policy, and any additional terms applicable to specific features or services.

2. Description of Services

Wedding Secrets ("we," "us," "our") provides an online platform offering insider tips, vendor directories, budget calculators, planning tools, and exclusive discounts for wedding-related services. Our services are tailored to help users plan weddings within their budget while maintaining quality and elegance.

Key Features:

• Vendor comparison tools with price transparency.
• Budget calculators customized for wedding categories (venue, catering, photography, etc.).
• Access to exclusive discounts negotiated with industry vendors.
• Planning guides and checklists tailored to wedding timelines.

We do not directly provide wedding services (e.g., catering, photography) but act as an intermediary to connect users with third-party vendors.

3. User Accounts and Responsibilities

Account Creation:

To access certain features, you must create an account by providing accurate and complete information. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your login credentials and for all activities under your account.

User Responsibilities:

• Ensure all information provided is accurate and up-to-date.
• Use the platform solely for personal wedding planning purposes.
• Notify us immediately of unauthorized account access or security breaches.

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate these Terms or engage in prohibited activities.

4. Payment Terms and Refund Policy

Payment Terms:

Certain features, such as premium planning tools or access to exclusive vendor discounts, may require payment. Payment must be made via the methods specified on [WEBSITE_URL]. Prices are displayed in USD and are subject to applicable taxes.

Refund Policy:

• Refunds for subscription-based services are available within 7 days of purchase if no premium features have been accessed.
• Refunds for one-time purchases (e.g., downloadable guides) are not available unless the product is defective or inaccessible due to technical issues.

For refund requests, contact us at [EMAIL] with your order details.

5. Intellectual Property Rights

All content on [WEBSITE_URL], including text, graphics, logos, tools, and software, is the property of Wedding Secrets or its licensors and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

Restrictions:

You may not:
- Copy, modify, or distribute any content without prior written consent.
- Use our tools or content for commercial purposes unrelated to wedding planning.

6. User-Generated Content

Users may submit reviews, comments, or other content ("User Content") to [WEBSITE_URL]. By submitting User Content, you grant Wedding Secrets a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide license to use, reproduce, modify, and display your content for promotional purposes.

Prohibited User Content:

• Content that is defamatory, obscene, or illegal.
• Content that infringes on intellectual property rights.
• Content containing false or misleading information.

We reserve the right to remove User Content that violates these Terms.

7. Prohibited Uses

You agree not to use [WEBSITE_URL] for:
1. Any unlawful purpose.
2. Impersonating another person or entity.
3. Disrupting the operation of the platform (e.g., introducing viruses, hacking).
4. Collecting personal data from other users without consent.
5. Reselling or redistributing our services without authorization.

8. Disclaimers and Limitation of Liability

Disclaimers:

• Wedding Secrets provides tools and resources for informational purposes only. We do not guarantee the quality, availability, or performance of third-party vendors listed on our platform.
• All vendor agreements are between you and the vendor directly.

Limitation of Liability:

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Wedding Secrets shall not be liable for:
- Indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from your use of our services.
- Losses resulting from third-party vendor actions or omissions.

Our total liability for any claim shall not exceed the amount you paid for our services in the 12 months preceding the claim.

9. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Wedding Secrets, its affiliates, officers, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, or liabilities arising from:
- Your use of [WEBSITE_URL].
- Your violation of these Terms.
- Your interactions with third-party vendors.

10. Dispute Resolution (Arbitration Clause)

Agreement to Arbitrate:

Any disputes arising out of or related to these Terms or your use of [WEBSITE_URL] shall be resolved through binding arbitration in [STATE], in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association.

Exceptions:

You may seek relief in small claims court for disputes within its jurisdiction.

11. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of [STATE], without regard to its conflict of law principles.

12. Modifications to Terms

We reserve the right to update or modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be effective upon posting to [WEBSITE_URL]. Continued use of the platform after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.

13. Termination

We may suspend or terminate your account or access to [WEBSITE_URL] at our sole discretion for violations of these Terms or applicable laws. Upon termination, your right to use our services ceases immediately.

14. Severability

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

15. Contact Information

For questions or concerns regarding these Terms, please contact us:
- Email: [EMAIL]
- Phone: [PHONE]
- Address: [COMPANY_ADDRESS]

By using [WEBSITE_URL], you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to these Terms of Service. Thank you for choosing Wedding Secrets to plan your special day!