Terms of Service

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using Machines for Makers ("we," "our," or "the website"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use our website.

2. Description of Service

Machines for Makers provides:

• Product reviews and comparisons for laser cutters, CNC machines, and 3D printers
• Price tracking and deal alerts
• Educational content and buying guides
• Tools and calculators for makers
• Community reviews and ratings

3. User Content and Reviews

When you submit reviews, comments, or other content:

• You retain ownership of your content
• You grant us a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free license to use, display, and distribute your content
• You represent that you have the right to submit the content
• You agree not to submit content that is false, misleading, defamatory, or infringes on others' rights

We reserve the right to remove or modify user content that violates these terms or is inappropriate.

4. Affiliate Relationships and Disclaimers

Affiliate Disclosure: Machines for Makers participates in affiliate marketing programs. We may earn commissions from qualifying purchases made through links on our website. This does not affect the price you pay.

Product Information: While we strive for accuracy, product specifications, prices, and availability may change without notice. Always verify current information with the manufacturer or retailer before making a purchase.

Editorial Independence: Our reviews and recommendations are based on our independent analysis. Affiliate relationships do not influence our editorial content or ratings.

5. Intellectual Property

All content on Machines for Makers, including text, graphics, logos, images, and software, is our property or licensed to us and is protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws.

You may not:

• Copy, modify, or distribute our content without permission
• Use our content for commercial purposes
• Create derivative works based on our content
• Use automated systems to scrape or copy our content

6. Prohibited Uses

You agree not to:

• Use the website for any unlawful purpose
• Submit false or misleading information
• Interfere with the website's operation or security
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any portion of the website
• Use bots, scrapers, or other automated tools without permission
• Harass, abuse, or harm other users
• Violate any applicable laws or regulations

7. Disclaimer of Warranties

THE WEBSITE AND ALL CONTENT ARE PROVIDED "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

• Warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose
• Accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of information
• Non-infringement of third-party rights
• Uninterrupted or error-free operation

8. Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, MACHINES FOR MAKERS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR:

• Any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages
• Loss of profits, data, or business opportunities
• Damages arising from your use or inability to use the website
• Damages from products purchased through affiliate links

Our total liability shall not exceed $100 or the amount you have paid us in the past 12 months, whichever is greater.

9. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Machines for Makers, its officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, losses, or expenses arising from:

• Your use of the website
• Your violation of these terms
• Your violation of any third-party rights
• Content you submit to the website

10. Third-Party Links

Our website contains links to third-party websites and services. We are not responsible for:

• The content or practices of third-party websites
• Products or services offered by third parties
• Your interactions with third-party websites

Your use of third-party websites is governed by their respective terms and policies.

11. Modifications to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these terms at any time. We will notify users of material changes by posting the updated terms on this page. Your continued use of the website after changes constitutes acceptance of the modified terms.

12. Termination

We may terminate or suspend your access to the website at any time, without notice, for any reason, including violation of these terms. Upon termination, your right to use the website ceases immediately.

13. Governing Law

These terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the United States, without regard to conflict of law principles. Any disputes shall be resolved in the courts of competent jurisdiction.

14. Contact Information

For questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us at:

Email: info@makeorbreakshop.com
Website: www.machinesformakers.com