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Terms of Service

Last Updated: October 30, 2025

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using Local ARTbeat's website, mobile application, or services, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use our services.

2. Description of Service

Local ARTbeat provides a digital platform for discovering, documenting, and sharing public art. Our services include:

  • Public art discovery and mapping
  • Community features for artists and art enthusiasts
  • Educational content about local art and culture
  • Tools for artists to promote their work
  • Fundraising and investment opportunities

3. User Accounts

3.1 Account Creation

To access certain features, you must create an account. You agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information and to update this information to maintain its accuracy.

3.2 Account Security

You are responsible for maintaining the security of your account and password. Local ARTbeat cannot and will not be liable for any loss or damage from your failure to comply with this security obligation.

4. User Content

4.1 Content Ownership

You retain ownership of any content you submit to Local ARTbeat, including photos, reviews, and other materials. By submitting content, you grant us a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, display, and distribute your content in connection with our services.

4.2 Content Guidelines

User content must not:

  • Infringe on intellectual property rights
  • Contain illegal, harmful, or offensive material
  • Violate privacy rights of individuals
  • Contain spam or commercial solicitations
  • Misrepresent the identity or location of artwork

5. Investment and Financial Terms

5.1 Investment Risks

Any investment in Local ARTbeat involves substantial risk. Past performance does not guarantee future results. You should carefully consider your financial situation before investing.

5.2 Donation Processing

Donations and investments are processed through secure third-party payment processors. We do not store payment information on our servers.

5.3 Refund Policy

All donations and investments are generally non-refundable. In exceptional circumstances, refunds may be considered on a case-by-case basis within 30 days of payment.

6. Intellectual Property

6.1 Platform Rights

Local ARTbeat owns all rights to our platform, including software, designs, logos, and proprietary content. Users may not copy, modify, or distribute our platform without express written permission.

6.2 Public Art Documentation

Our documentation of public art is for educational and cultural purposes. We respect the intellectual property rights of artists and will remove content upon valid copyright claims.

7. Privacy and Data Protection

Your privacy is important to us. Our collection and use of personal information is governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these terms by reference.

8. Prohibited Uses

You may not use Local ARTbeat to:

  • Violate any applicable laws or regulations
  • Harass, abuse, or harm other users
  • Transmit viruses, malware, or other harmful code
  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems
  • Interfere with the proper functioning of our services
  • Use automated systems to access our platform without permission

9. Termination

We may terminate or suspend your account immediately, without prior notice, for any violation of these terms. Upon termination, your right to use our services ceases immediately.

10. Disclaimers and Limitation of Liability

10.1 Service Availability

Local ARTbeat is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind. We do not guarantee uninterrupted access to our services.

10.2 Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, Local ARTbeat shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of our services.

11. Indemnification

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless Local ARTbeat from any claims, damages, obligations, losses, liabilities, costs, or debt arising from your use of our services or violation of these terms.

12. Governing Law

These terms are governed by the laws of North Carolina, United States. Any disputes will be resolved in the courts of North Carolina.

13. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these terms at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting. Your continued use of our services constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.

14. Contact Information

Questions about these Terms of Service should be directed to:

Local ARTbeat
Email: legal@localartbeat.com
Website: www.localartbeat.com

15. Severability

If any provision of these terms is deemed invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.

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