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These Terms of Use (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of ChiTownCrush.com (“Site”). By using the Site, you agree to these Terms.
1. Eligibility
You must be 18 years or older to access or use the Site.
2. Nature of Service
ChiTown Crush is a rating and directory platform that links to creators’ official pages. We do not host paywalled content. External platforms have their own terms and policies.
3. User Conduct
You agree not to:
- Post or submit illegal, harassing, hateful, defamatory, or infringing content
- Upload or link to leaked, pirated, or stolen content
- Impersonate others or misrepresent affiliation
- Interfere with Site security or functionality
- Use automated scraping or data harvesting without written consent
We may remove content or restrict access at our discretion.
4. Ratings, Reviews & Submissions
By posting ratings, comments, or submissions, you grant us a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free license to use, display, and distribute that content in connection with the Site. You represent you have the rights to everything you submit.
5. Intellectual Property
All Site materials (design, text, graphics, logos, compilations) are owned by or licensed to us and protected by law. You may not copy, modify, or distribute Site content without permission.
6. Third-Party Links
We link to external creator platforms and social profiles. We do not control or endorse third-party content and are not responsible for their practices.
7. DMCA Policy
If you believe content or a link infringes your rights, contact [email protected] with:
- Your name, contact info, and a signature
- The specific URL(s) and description
- A statement of good-faith belief in the infringement
- A statement under penalty of perjury that you are the rights holder or authorized agent
8. Disclaimers
The Site is provided “as is” and “as available.” We make no warranties—express or implied—about accuracy, availability, or fitness for a particular purpose. Listings and ratings are opinions for entertainment/informational purposes.
9. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, we are not liable for indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, or any loss of profits, data, or goodwill arising from your use of the Site.
10. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless ChiTownCrush.com and its affiliates, officers, and employees from claims arising out of your use of the Site or violation of these Terms.
11. Termination
We may suspend or terminate access at any time for any reason, including policy violations.
12. Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Illinois, without regard to conflict-of-law rules. Venue lies in the state or federal courts located in Cook County, Illinois.
13. Changes to Terms
We may update these Terms at any time by posting a new Effective Date. Continued use of the Site means you accept the changes.
14. Contact
Questions about these Terms: [email protected]