Welcome to NYC Park Guide. By accessing or using nycparkguide.com (the "Site"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use the Site. We reserve the right to update or modify these Terms at any time, and your continued use of the Site constitutes acceptance of any changes.
Use of the Site. The Site is provided for general informational and reference purposes only. You may use the Site for personal, non-commercial purposes in accordance with these Terms. You agree not to use the Site in any way that is unlawful, harmful, or fraudulent, or in connection with any unlawful, harmful, or fraudulent purpose or activity.
Accuracy of Information. While we strive to provide accurate, current, and complete information about parks and public spaces across New York City, we make no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, regarding the accuracy, completeness, reliability, or timeliness of any content on the Site. Park conditions, hours, accessibility, amenities, and other details may change without notice. We strongly recommend verifying information directly with the relevant park authority before visiting.
Intellectual Property. All original content on the Site, including text, graphics, logos, images, and software, is the property of NYC Park Guide and is protected by applicable copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, display, or create derivative works from any content on the Site without our prior written consent.
Public Data. Certain park data and geographic information on the Site may be derived from publicly available datasets provided by government agencies, including the NYC Department of Parks and Recreation and the NYC Department of City Planning. Such data is used under the terms of their respective open data licenses. Our editorial descriptions, curated content, and site design remain our proprietary work.
User Submissions. If you submit content to us, including through the contact form, newsletter signup, or any other communication channel, you grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual, and worldwide license to use, display, and incorporate that content in connection with the operation of the Site. You represent that any content you submit does not violate the rights of any third party.
Third-Party Links and Advertising. The Site may contain links to third-party websites and display advertisements from third-party ad networks. These links and advertisements are provided for your convenience and do not imply endorsement, sponsorship, or affiliation. We are not responsible for the content, accuracy, or practices of any third-party websites or advertisers.
Disclaimer of Warranties. The Site is provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis. We disclaim all warranties of any kind, whether express, implied, or statutory, including but not limited to the implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement. We do not warrant that the Site will be uninterrupted, error-free, or free of viruses or other harmful components.
Limitation of Liability. To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, NYC Park Guide and its operators, affiliates, and contributors shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising out of or related to your use of or inability to use the Site, even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages. Our total liability to you for any claims arising from your use of the Site shall not exceed the amount you paid to access the Site, if any.
Indemnification. You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless NYC Park Guide and its operators, affiliates, and contributors from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, or expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of or related to your use of the Site, your violation of these Terms, or your violation of any rights of a third party.
Governing Law. These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Province of British Columbia, Canada, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Any disputes arising under these Terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in Vancouver, British Columbia.
Contact Us. If you have questions about these Terms, please reach out through our Contact Us page or email [email protected].