Terms and Conditions
Effective Date: 11/15/24

Welcome to www.carriepellerin.com ("the Website"). By using this Website, you agree to comply with and be bound by the following Terms and Conditions ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use the Website. We may update these Terms at any time, and such updates will be effective immediately upon posting. Please review these Terms periodically.

1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing or using the Website, you agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms, including any additional terms and conditions or policies that apply to specific sections of the Website. We reserve the right to modify or amend these Terms at any time, and your continued use of the Website following such changes will constitute your acceptance of those changes.

2. Use of the Website
You agree to use the Website only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. You agree not to:

Violate any local, state, or national laws or regulations.
Attempt to interfere with the proper working of the Website.
Use any automated tools to collect data from the Website.
Engage in any activity that may damage, disable, or impair the Website’s operations.
The Website is intended for users who are at least 18 years old. If you are under 18, you must obtain consent from a parent or guardian to use the Website.

3. Intellectual Property
All content available on the Website, including text, graphics, images, logos, videos, and trademarks, is the property of Carrie Pellerin or its content providers and is protected by intellectual property laws. You may not copy, reproduce, or use any content from the Website without the express written permission of Carrie Pellerin, except as permitted by applicable law.

4. User-Generated Content
If you submit or post any content on the Website, including comments or testimonials, you grant Carrie Pellerin a worldwide, royalty-free, and irrevocable license to use, modify, distribute, and display that content in connection with the Website and its related services. You are solely responsible for any content you post and agree not to post content that is defamatory, unlawful, or harmful to others.

5. Privacy Policy & Data Collection
Your use of the Website is governed by our Privacy Policy (link to Privacy Policy), which explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal data. By using the Website, you consent to the collection and use of your data in accordance with our Privacy Policy.

This Website may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance the user experience, track website traffic, and for advertising purposes. Some of these cookies may be set by third parties such as Google Analytics, Google Ads, or other partners. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings or by using third-party tools, but disabling cookies may affect the functionality of the Website.

Google Services
Google Analytics: This Website uses Google Analytics to collect data on how users interact with the Website. Google Analytics uses cookies to track user interactions. Data collected through Google Analytics is used to improve the user experience and the Website’s content. For more information, please visit Google Analytics Privacy & Terms.
Google Ads: We may use Google Ads for marketing and advertising purposes. Google may use cookies and other tracking technologies to serve ads based on your previous visits to the Website or other websites across the internet. For more information on Google Ads and how to control your ad preferences, visit Google Ads Settings.
By using the Website, you consent to the use of cookies and similar technologies in accordance with our Privacy Policy and this Terms and Conditions document.

6. Third-Party Links
The Website may contain links to third-party websites that are not owned or controlled by Carrie Pellerin. We are not responsible for the content, privacy policies, or practices of these third-party sites. By clicking on such links, you acknowledge that we are not responsible for any damages or losses incurred from your use of these external websites.

7. Disclaimer of Warranties
The Website and its content are provided "as is" and "as available" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. Carrie Pellerin does not warrant that the Website will be uninterrupted or error-free, or that any defects will be corrected. You use the Website at your own risk.

We make no representations or warranties regarding the accuracy, reliability, or completeness of the content on the Website.

8. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Carrie Pellerin will not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages, including, but not limited to, loss of profits, data, or goodwill, resulting from your use of the Website or your inability to use the Website.

9. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Carrie Pellerin, its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, agents, and partners from any claims, liabilities, losses, damages, or expenses (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) arising from your use of the Website, your violation of these Terms, or your infringement of any intellectual property or other rights of any third party.

10. Termination
Carrie Pellerin reserves the right to suspend or terminate your access to the Website, without notice, for any reason, including if you violate these Terms. Upon termination, your right to access and use the Website will immediately cease.

11. Governing Law
These Terms will be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of [Your State/Country], without regard to its conflict of laws principles. Any dispute arising under these Terms will be resolved in the courts located in [Your State/Country].

12. Severability
If any provision of these Terms is deemed invalid, illegal, or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.

13. Entire Agreement
These Terms, together with any other agreements or policies incorporated by reference, constitute the entire agreement between you and Carrie Pellerin with respect to your use of the Website.

14. Contact Information
If you have any questions or concerns about these Terms or the Website, please contact us at:
[Insert Contact Information]

Google Compliance Considerations:
Privacy: The updated Terms now include a reference to your Privacy Policy, which is critical to comply with privacy laws like GDPR and CCPA. You’ll want to ensure that your Privacy Policy clearly outlines your data collection practices, how you use Google Analytics, and how you serve ads.

Cookies: The addition of cookie consent language addresses the use of cookies for tracking purposes and complies with Google’s guidelines for transparency, especially in terms of using Google Analytics and Google Ads.

Third-Party Services: Including information about third-party services such as Google Ads and Analytics ensures that users are aware of how these services may collect and use their data.