Terms of Service

Effective Date: 12/24/2024

Welcome to The Grotto Group ("we," "our," or "us"). By accessing or using our website, https://www.thegrottogroup.com ("Website"), or engaging with our services, you agree to comply with and be bound by the following Terms of Service ("Terms"). Please read these Terms carefully. If you do not agree to these Terms, you may not use our Website or services.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing our Website or using our services, you affirm that you are at least 18 years old or the age of majority in your jurisdiction, and have the legal authority to enter into these Terms. If you are using our services on behalf of a company or other entity, you represent and warrant that you have the authority to bind that entity to these Terms.

2. Services Provided

The Grotto Group provides a variety of services, including but not limited to:

  • Video podcast interviews

  • Business exposure opportunities

  • Social media promotions

  • Integration into documentary series projects

The specific details of services provided will be outlined in separate agreements or communications as applicable.

3. Use of the Website

A. Permitted Use

You may use our Website and services solely for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. Unauthorized use of the Website is strictly prohibited.

B. Prohibited Activities

You agree not to:

  • Use the Website for any fraudulent, unlawful, or harmful purpose.

  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the Website, servers, or networks.

  • Upload or transmit any viruses, malware, or harmful content.

  • Reverse-engineer or decompile any part of the Website.

  • Use automated systems (e.g., robots, spiders) to access the Website without our written consent.

4. User Content

A. Content Submission

If you submit or upload any content to our Website (e.g., through forms or email), you grant us a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, display, reproduce, and distribute such content in connection with our services and promotional efforts.

B. Responsibility for Content

You are solely responsible for any content you submit, and you warrant that your content does not infringe on any third-party rights, violate any laws, or contain defamatory, obscene, or otherwise objectionable material.

5. Intellectual Property

A. Ownership

All content on our Website, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, videos, and software, is the property of The Grotto Group or its licensors and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

B. Limited License

We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and use the Website for personal or internal business purposes. This license does not include the right to modify, reproduce, or distribute any content from the Website without our prior written consent.

6. Third-Party Links

Our Website may include links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or terms of use of third-party websites. You access these links at your own risk.

7. Disclaimers and Limitations of Liability

A. Disclaimer of Warranties

The Website and services are provided "as is" and "as available" without any warranties, express or implied. We disclaim all warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, non-infringement, and any warranties arising out of course of dealing or usage of trade.

B. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, The Grotto Group shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, or any loss of profits or revenues, whether incurred directly or indirectly, arising out of your use of the Website or services.

8. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless The Grotto Group, its affiliates, employees, and agents from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses, including reasonable attorneys' fees, arising out of or in any way connected with your use of the Website, your violation of these Terms, or your violation of any rights of another.

9. Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access to the Website or services at any time, without notice, for conduct that we, in our sole discretion, believe violates these Terms, is harmful to other users, or is otherwise inappropriate.

10. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Virginia, without regard to its conflict of laws principles. Any disputes arising out of or relating to these Terms shall be resolved exclusively in the courts located in Virginia.

11. Changes to Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Effective Date." Your continued use of the Website after such changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions about these Terms or our services, please contact us at:The Grotto Group

Phone: 410-793-1298

Thank you for choosing The Grotto Group. We look forward to serving you.

  • IP address

  • Browser type and version

  • Operating system

  • Pages viewed

  • Time spent on pages

  • Referring website

We collect this data using cookies and similar tracking technologies. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.

C. Information from Third Parties

We may receive information about you from third-party sources, such as social media platforms or referral partners when you interact with our content or services through those channels.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

  • To provide and improve our services

  • To communicate with you about podcast opportunities, events, and other updates

  • To personalize your experience on our Website

  • To analyze Website usage and enhance functionality

  • To comply with legal obligations

3. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell or rent your personal information. However, we may share your information in the following situations:

A. With Service Providers

We may share your information with third-party vendors who provide services on our behalf, such as website hosting, email delivery, and analytics.

B. With Your Consent

We may share your information with third parties when you provide explicit consent for us to do so.

C. For Legal Reasons

We may disclose your information to comply with legal obligations, enforce our terms of service, or protect the rights, safety, or property of The Grotto Group, our users, or others.

4. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:

  • Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.

  • Correction: Request corrections to your personal information.

  • Deletion: Request that we delete your personal information.

  • Opt-Out: Opt-out of marketing communications.

Please contact us at 410-793-1298 to exercise these rights.

5. Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Third-Party Links

Our Website may include links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for these third-party sites' privacy practices or content. Please review their privacy policies before providing any information.

7. Children’s Privacy

Our Website and services are not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child, we will take steps to delete it.

8. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Effective Date." We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal information, please contact us at:

The Grotto Group

Phone: 410-793-1298

Thank you for trusting The Grotto Group. We are committed to protecting your privacy.