Terms of Service

Welcome to BuyingLocal.us, a news and media website operated by BuyingLocal.us (“we,” “us,” or “our”) from New York State, USA. These Terms of Service (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of our website, including all content, features, and services offered at www.buyinglocal.us (the “Site”). By accessing or using the Site, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, please do not use the Site.

These Terms form a legally binding agreement between you (“you” or “user”) and BuyingLocal.us. Our Site is accessible globally via the internet, but it is operated from New York, USA, and governed by U.S. and New York law. By using the Site, you represent that you are at least 18 years old or have the legal capacity to enter into this agreement. We may update these Terms from time to time, and changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Effective Date.” Your continued use of the Site after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.

Permitted Use

You may use the Site to access news content, engage with advertisements, participate in lead generation forms, or interact with other features we provide. You agree to use the Site only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms.

Prohibited Conduct

You agree not to:

• Use the Site in any way that violates local, state, federal, or international laws.
• Post or submit content that is defamatory, obscene, harassing, or otherwise objectionable.
• Attempt to interfere with the Site’s functionality, including through hacking, spreading malware, or launching denial-of-service attacks.
• Use automated tools (e.g., bots, scrapers) to access or collect data from the Site without our express permission.
• Impersonate any person or entity or misrepresent your affiliation with any person or entity.
• Reproduce, distribute, or modify the Site’s content without our written consent, except as permitted by law.

BuyingLocal.us operates lead generation systems as part of our performance-based marketing approach. When you submit a lead generation form (e.g., requesting a service quote), you provide personal information that we share with relevant advertisers or partners to fulfill your request.

• You represent that all information you provide is accurate and complete.
• We do not sell your personal information, but we share it with advertisers or partners solely to provide the service or information you requested, as outlined in our Privacy Policy.
• You acknowledge that advertisers or partners are third parties, and we are not responsible for their actions or services.

All content on the Site, including text, images, logos, designs, and software (collectively, “Content”), is owned by BuyingLocal.us or our licensors and protected by U.S. and international copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. You may not copy, reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works from the Content without our prior written permission, except for personal, non-commercial use (e.g., sharing an article via social media with proper attribution).

User-Generated Content

If you submit content to the Site (e.g., comments, reviews, or form submissions), you grant us a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free, perpetual license to use, reproduce, modify, and display that content in connection with operating and promoting the Site. You represent that you own or have the right to submit such content and that it does not violate any laws or third-party rights.

The Site may contain links to third-party websites or display advertisements. These third parties are not under our control, and we are not responsible for their content, services, or privacy practices. Your interactions with third parties, including through lead generation forms, are at your own risk. We encourage you to review their terms and privacy policies before engaging with them.

The Site and its Content are provided “as is” and “as available” without warranties of any kind, express or implied, including but not limited to warranties of accuracy, reliability, or fitness for a particular purpose. We do not guarantee that the Site will be uninterrupted, error-free, or free of viruses or other harmful components. Your use of the Site is at your own risk.

To the fullest extent permitted by law, BuyingLocal.us, its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, and agents will not be liable for any indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of the Site, including but not limited to damages for loss of data, profits, or business opportunities. Our total liability for any claim related to the Site will not exceed $100. This limitation applies regardless of the legal theory (e.g., contract, tort, or otherwise).

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless BuyingLocal.us and its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, liabilities, damages, or expenses (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) arising from your use of the Site, violation of these Terms, or infringement of any third-party rights.

We may suspend or terminate your access to the Site at our sole discretion, with or without notice, for any reason, including if we believe you have violated these Terms. Upon termination, your right to use the Site will cease, but provisions related to intellectual property, disclaimers, liability, indemnification, and governing law will survive.

These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of New York, USA, without regard to its conflict of law principles. Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of the Site will be resolved in the state or federal courts located in New York County, New York, and you consent to the exclusive jurisdiction and venue of these courts. If you access the Site from outside the United States, you are responsible for complying with local laws, and you agree that New York law applies to your use of the Site.

The Site is operated from New York, USA, and intended for a global audience. If you access the Site from outside the United States, your information may be transferred to and processed in the U.S., where data protection laws may differ from those in your country. By using the Site, you consent to this transfer and processing. Local laws in your jurisdiction may apply, and you are responsible for understanding them.

We may revise these Terms at any time by posting an updated version on the Site with a new “Effective Date.” We encourage you to review the Terms periodically. Your continued use of the Site after changes indicates your acceptance of the updated Terms.

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

Email: michael@fivetowers.us
Address: BuyingLocal.us, 63 Putnam Street, Suite 202, Saratoga Springs, NY

Thank you for using BuyingLocal.us. We strive to provide a valuable and trustworthy news and media experience.