Quick Summary
The HdG Beacon is a community-focused platform designed to help visitors and locals discover the best of Havre de Grace. By using our service, you agree to use it responsibly and help maintain a positive environment for everyone.
1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing and using The HdG Beacon website and services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use our platform.
These terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you and The HdG Beacon. We may update these terms from time to time, and continued use of our service after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.
2. Description of Service
The HdG Beacon is a digital platform that provides information about local businesses, attractions, events, and activities in Havre de Grace, Maryland. Our services include:
- Local business directory and information
- Event listings and community calendar
- Interactive maps and location guides
- AI-powered trip planning assistance
- Community forums and user-generated content
- Historical information and educational content
All information is provided for informational and trip-planning purposes only. We strive for accuracy but cannot guarantee that all information is current or complete.
3. User Conduct and Responsibilities
As a user of The HdG Beacon, you agree to use our platform responsibly and in accordance with these guidelines:
- Use the platform for legitimate informational and planning purposes
- Provide accurate information when submitting content or reviews
- Respect the privacy and rights of other users and businesses
- Follow all applicable local, state, and federal laws
- Posting false, misleading, or defamatory information
- Harassment, threats, or abusive behavior toward other users
- Attempting to hack, disrupt, or damage our platform
- Commercial spam or unauthorized advertising
- Violating intellectual property rights
- Impersonating others or creating fake accounts
4. Business Listings and Content
Business owners may claim and manage their listings on The HdG Beacon. By doing so, they agree to:
- Provide accurate and up-to-date business information
- Respond professionally to user inquiries and reviews
- Comply with all applicable business regulations and licensing requirements
- Not engage in fraudulent or deceptive practices
We reserve the right to verify business information and may remove listings that violate our guidelines or contain inaccurate information.
5. Disclaimers and Limitations
While we strive to provide accurate and current information, we cannot guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of all content. Business hours, prices, availability, and other details may change without notice. You are responsible for verifying information directly with businesses before making plans.
Our platform may include content, reviews, and information provided by third parties. We do not endorse or guarantee the accuracy of third-party content and are not responsible for any issues arising from reliance on such content.
We provide our service on an "as-is" basis and cannot guarantee uninterrupted access. We may temporarily suspend or permanently discontinue parts or all of our service for maintenance, updates, or other reasons.
6. Enforcement and Termination
We reserve the right to take appropriate action against users who violate these terms, including:
- Warning or temporary suspension of account privileges
- Permanent account termination
- Removal of content that violates our guidelines
- Reporting illegal activities to appropriate authorities
Users may terminate their use of our service at any time. Upon termination, certain provisions of these terms will continue to apply.
7. Legal and Governing Law
These Terms of Service are governed by the laws of the State of Maryland, United States. Any disputes arising from these terms or your use of our service will be subject to the jurisdiction of Maryland state courts.
If any provision of these terms is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect.
8. Contact Information
If you have questions about these Terms of Service or need to report violations, please contact us:
Effective Date
These Terms of Service are effective as of 2025 and apply to all users of The HdG Beacon platform.
Thank you for being part of the HdG Beacon community and helping us showcase the best of Havre de Grace!