Welcome to Shelley Sinclair’s website! By accessing or using our website (the “Site”), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service (“Terms”). If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use the Site.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By using the Site, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms, as well as our Privacy Policy. These Terms apply to all visitors, users, and others who access or use the Site.

You must be at least 18 years old or have the legal capacity to enter into these Terms. If you are using this Site on behalf of an organization, you represent and warrant that you have the authority to bind that organization to these Terms.

2. Use of the Site

You agree to use the Site only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. You are prohibited from:

• Violating any applicable laws or regulations.
• Using the Site in any manner that could disable, overburden, damage, or impair the Site or interfere with any other party’s use of the Site.
• Attempting to gain unauthorized access to any part of the Site, other accounts, or computer systems connected to the Site.
• Engaging in any data mining, scraping, or similar activities.
• Impersonating any person or entity, or misrepresenting your affiliation with a person or entity.
• Using the Site to transmit spam, viruses, malware, or any harmful code.

We reserve the right to terminate or restrict access to the Site for users who violate these Terms.

3. Intellectual Property Rights

All content on the Site, including but not limited to text, images, graphics, logos, videos, software, and design elements, is the exclusive property of Shelley Sinclair or its licensors. The content is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

You may not:

• Copy, reproduce, modify, distribute, display, or create derivative works of any content without prior written permission from us.
• Use our trademarks, logos, or brand elements without express authorization.

Any unauthorized use of the Site’s content may result in legal action.

4. User Contributions

If the Site allows users to submit comments, reviews, or other content, you agree that:

• You grant us a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, and distribute your submissions.
• Your submissions will not contain offensive, defamatory, or illegal content.
• You retain ownership of any intellectual property in your submissions, but you grant us the right to display and use them on the Site.
• We reserve the right to remove any user-generated content at our discretion.

5. Google Analytics and Data Collection

This Site uses Google Analytics to collect information about user interactions, such as pages visited, time spent on the Site, and referring sources. This data is used to improve the Site and understand user behavior.

By using the Site, you consent to the collection and processing of your data as described in our Privacy Policy. If you wish to opt out, you can do so by adjusting your browser settings or using Google’s opt-out tools.

6. Third-Party Links and Services

The Site may contain links to third-party websites or services that are not owned or controlled by Shelley Sinclair. These links are provided for convenience, and we do not endorse or assume responsibility for the content, policies, or practices of any third-party sites.

You acknowledge and agree that we are not liable for any damages or losses incurred by accessing third-party websites. Your interactions with third-party sites are governed by their own terms and policies.

7. Disclaimers

No Warranties

The Site is provided “as is” and “as available”, without any warranties of any kind, express or implied. We do not guarantee that:

• The Site will be available at all times or without interruption.
• The Site will be error-free or secure.
• The content on the Site is accurate, reliable, or up to date.

We disclaim all warranties, including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement.

No Professional Advice

The content provided on this Site is for informational purposes only and should not be considered professional advice. You should consult with a qualified professional before making any decisions based on the information provided.

8. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Shelley Sinclair and its affiliates, officers, employees, agents, and licensors shall not be liable for any damages arising from:

• Your use of or inability to use the Site.
• Any errors, omissions, or inaccuracies in the content.
• Unauthorized access to or use of our servers and personal data.
• Any viruses or harmful components transmitted through the Site.
• Any third-party content or actions.

In jurisdictions that do not allow the exclusion of liability for incidental or consequential damages, our liability shall be limited to the maximum extent permitted by law.

9. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Shelley Sinclair and its affiliates from any claims, damages, liabilities, and expenses (including legal fees) arising out of:

• Your use or misuse of the Site.
• Your violation of these Terms.
• Your infringement of any intellectual property or other rights of any third party.

We reserve the right to assume exclusive defense and control of any matter subject to indemnification, and you agree to cooperate with our defense efforts.

10. Changes to These Terms

We may update or modify these Terms at any time. If we make material changes, we will notify users by posting an updated version on the Site. Your continued use of the Site after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

We encourage you to review these Terms periodically.

11. Governing Law & Dispute Resolution

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of California, United States, without regard to conflict of law principles.

Dispute Resolution

Any disputes arising from these Terms shall be resolved through:

1. Good Faith Negotiation – Both parties agree to attempt to resolve disputes informally before taking legal action.
2. Binding Arbitration – If negotiation fails, disputes shall be submitted to arbitration in California.
3. No Class Actions – You agree to resolve disputes individually and not as part of a class action or collective proceeding.

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

12. Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access to the Site at any time, without notice, if you violate these Terms or engage in unlawful activities.

All provisions of these Terms that should reasonably survive termination (e.g., intellectual property rights, disclaimers, limitations of liability) shall remain in effect.

13. Contact Us

If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us at:

📧 Email: connect@shelleysinclairlep.com

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