Terms of Use

Effective Date: March 17, 2026 | Last Updated: March 17, 2026

These Terms of Use ("Terms") govern your access to and use of the website provenguide.com (the "Site"), operated by Proven Guide ("we," "us," "our," or the "Company"). By accessing or using the Site, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, you must immediately stop using the Site.

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time, in our sole discretion, by posting revised Terms on the Site and updating the "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of the Site after such modifications constitutes your binding acceptance of the revised Terms. It is your responsibility to review these Terms periodically.

Eligibility

The Site is intended for users who are at least 18 years old. By using the Site, you represent and warrant that you are at least 18 years of age and have the legal capacity to enter into these Terms. If you are under 18, you may not use the Site.

Description of the Site

Proven Guide is an independent product review and comparison website. We publish editorial content, including product reviews, comparisons, rankings, buying guides, and informational articles. Our content is designed to help consumers make informed purchasing decisions. We generate revenue primarily through affiliate marketing commissions, display advertising, and sponsored content, as described in our Affiliate Disclosure and Advertising Policy.

Acceptance of Terms

By accessing, browsing, or using the Site in any way, including but not limited to viewing content, clicking links, submitting forms, or subscribing to communications, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms, our Privacy Policy, our Affiliate Disclosure, and our Advertising Policy, all of which are incorporated herein by reference.

User Conduct

When using the Site, you agree not to:

Intellectual Property Rights

All content on the Site, including but not limited to text, articles, reviews, graphics, photographs, images, illustrations, logos, trademarks, service marks, trade names, page layout, design, icons, audio, video, software, data compilations, and the selection and arrangement thereof (collectively, "Content"), is the exclusive property of Proven Guide or its licensors and is protected by United States and international copyright, trademark, patent, trade secret, and other intellectual property laws.

You are granted a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to access and use the Site and its Content for your personal, non-commercial use only. This license does not include the right to:

Any unauthorized use of the Content may violate copyright, trademark, and other applicable laws and could result in criminal or civil penalties.

All trademarks, service marks, and trade names used on the Site are the property of their respective owners. Mention of third-party products, services, or brands does not constitute an endorsement.

Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) Policy

We respect the intellectual property rights of others and expect our users to do the same. In accordance with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act of 1998 ("DMCA"), we will respond to notices of alleged copyright infringement that comply with the DMCA and applicable regulations.

If you believe that any Content on the Site infringes upon your copyright, please send a written notice to our designated DMCA agent containing the following information:

  1. A physical or electronic signature of the copyright owner or a person authorized to act on behalf of the owner
  2. Identification of the copyrighted work claimed to have been infringed
  3. Identification of the material that is claimed to be infringing and where it is located on the Site (URL or specific description)
  4. Your contact information, including your name, address, telephone number, and email address
  5. A statement that you have a good faith belief that the disputed use is not authorized by the copyright owner, its agent, or the law
  6. A statement, made under penalty of perjury, that the information in your notice is accurate and that you are the copyright owner or authorized to act on the copyright owner's behalf

DMCA notices should be sent to:

DMCA Agent
Proven Guide
Email: dmca@provenguide.com

Counter-Notice: If you believe that Content you posted was removed in error, you may file a counter-notice containing the information required under the DMCA. We will forward counter-notices to the original complainant.

Repeat Infringers: It is our policy, in appropriate circumstances, to terminate the accounts of users who are repeat infringers.

Disclaimer of Warranties

THE SITE AND ALL CONTENT, INFORMATION, PRODUCTS, SERVICES, AND MATERIALS AVAILABLE THROUGH THE SITE ARE PROVIDED ON AN "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" BASIS WITHOUT ANY WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED.

TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, WE DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

WE DO NOT WARRANT, ENDORSE, GUARANTEE, OR ASSUME RESPONSIBILITY FOR ANY PRODUCT OR SERVICE ADVERTISED OR OFFERED BY A THIRD PARTY THROUGH THE SITE OR ANY LINKED WEBSITE. WE DO NOT GUARANTEE THAT ANY PRODUCT REVIEW, COMPARISON, OR RANKING ON THE SITE IS COMPLETE, ACCURATE, OR UP TO DATE.

YOU EXPRESSLY ACKNOWLEDGE THAT THE CONTENT ON THE SITE, INCLUDING PRODUCT REVIEWS AND COMPARISONS, IS PROVIDED FOR INFORMATIONAL AND EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY AND SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED AS PROFESSIONAL ADVICE. YOU SHOULD INDEPENDENTLY VERIFY ANY INFORMATION BEFORE RELYING ON IT.

PRODUCT PRICES, AVAILABILITY, RATINGS, AND OTHER INFORMATION DISPLAYED ON THE SITE MAY CHANGE AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE. WE ARE NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR PRICING ERRORS, TYPOGRAPHICAL ERRORS, OR OUTDATED INFORMATION.

SOME JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OF CERTAIN WARRANTIES, SO SOME OF THE ABOVE EXCLUSIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.

Limitation of Liability

TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, IN NO EVENT SHALL PROVEN GUIDE, ITS OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, MEMBERS, EMPLOYEES, AGENTS, AFFILIATES, SUCCESSORS, OR ASSIGNS BE LIABLE TO YOU OR ANY THIRD PARTY FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, PUNITIVE, OR EXEMPLARY DAMAGES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF PROFITS, GOODWILL, USE, DATA, OR OTHER INTANGIBLE LOSSES, ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH:

NOTWITHSTANDING ANYTHING TO THE CONTRARY CONTAINED HEREIN, OUR AGGREGATE LIABILITY TO YOU FOR ALL CLAIMS ARISING OUT OF OR RELATING TO THE USE OF OR INABILITY TO USE THE SITE OR ITS CONTENT SHALL NOT EXCEED THE GREATER OF (A) ONE HUNDRED UNITED STATES DOLLARS (USD $100.00) OR (B) THE AMOUNT YOU HAVE PAID TO US IN THE TWELVE (12) MONTHS PRECEDING THE EVENT GIVING RISE TO THE CLAIM.

THIS LIMITATION OF LIABILITY APPLIES WHETHER THE ALLEGED LIABILITY IS BASED ON CONTRACT, TORT, NEGLIGENCE, STRICT LIABILITY, OR ANY OTHER LEGAL THEORY, EVEN IF WE HAVE BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.

SOME JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW THE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION OF LIABILITY FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.

Indemnification

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless Proven Guide, its officers, directors, members, employees, agents, affiliates, licensors, and service providers from and against any and all claims, damages, obligations, losses, liabilities, costs, debt, and expenses (including but not limited to attorney's fees and legal costs) arising from or related to:

This indemnification obligation will survive termination of these Terms and your use of the Site.

Dispute Resolution and Arbitration

PLEASE READ THIS SECTION CAREFULLY. IT AFFECTS YOUR LEGAL RIGHTS, INCLUDING YOUR RIGHT TO FILE A LAWSUIT IN COURT.

Informal Resolution. Before initiating any formal dispute resolution, you agree to first contact us at legal@provenguide.com and attempt to resolve the dispute informally for at least thirty (30) days.

Binding Arbitration. If we cannot resolve the dispute informally, you and Proven Guide agree that any dispute, claim, or controversy arising out of or relating to these Terms or the Site (collectively, "Disputes") will be resolved exclusively through final and binding individual arbitration administered by the American Arbitration Association ("AAA") under its Consumer Arbitration Rules, rather than in court. The Federal Arbitration Act, 9 U.S.C. Sections 1-16, governs the interpretation and enforcement of this arbitration provision.

The arbitration will be conducted by a single arbitrator. The arbitration will be held in the state of Delaware, or at another mutually agreed location, or by telephone, video conference, or online, as determined by the arbitrator. The arbitrator's decision will be final and binding and may be entered as a judgment in any court of competent jurisdiction.

Class Action Waiver. YOU AND PROVEN GUIDE AGREE THAT EACH PARTY MAY BRING DISPUTES AGAINST THE OTHER ONLY IN AN INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY AND NOT AS A PLAINTIFF OR CLASS MEMBER IN ANY PURPORTED CLASS, CONSOLIDATED, OR REPRESENTATIVE ACTION. THE ARBITRATOR MAY NOT CONSOLIDATE MORE THAN ONE PERSON'S CLAIMS AND MAY NOT OTHERWISE PRESIDE OVER ANY FORM OF A CLASS OR REPRESENTATIVE PROCEEDING.

If this class action waiver is found to be unenforceable, then the entirety of this arbitration provision shall be null and void, and all Disputes will be resolved in court.

Exceptions. Notwithstanding the foregoing, either party may seek injunctive or other equitable relief in any court of competent jurisdiction to prevent the actual or threatened infringement, misappropriation, or violation of intellectual property rights.

Opt-Out. You may opt out of this arbitration provision by sending written notice to legal@provenguide.com within thirty (30) days of first accepting these Terms. If you opt out, you and Proven Guide may litigate Disputes in court.

Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms and any Disputes arising hereunder shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Delaware, United States, without regard to its conflict of law principles. To the extent that litigation is permitted under these Terms, you consent to the exclusive jurisdiction and venue of the state and federal courts located in the State of Delaware.

Third-Party Links and Websites

The Site may contain links to third-party websites, products, and services, including affiliate links to merchant websites. These links are provided for your convenience and informational purposes only. We do not control, endorse, or assume any responsibility for the content, products, services, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party websites.

Your interactions with third-party websites, including your purchase of products or services, are solely between you and the third party. We are not responsible or liable for any loss or damage of any kind incurred as a result of your dealings with third-party websites or merchants.

We strongly encourage you to review the terms of use and privacy policies of any third-party website before providing any personal information or completing any transaction.

User-Generated Content

If we permit users to post comments, reviews, or other content on the Site ("User Content"), the following terms apply:

Termination

We reserve the right, in our sole discretion, to terminate or suspend your access to the Site, without notice and without liability, for any reason or no reason, including but not limited to a breach of these Terms. All provisions of these Terms which by their nature should survive termination shall survive, including ownership provisions, warranty disclaimers, indemnification, limitation of liability, and dispute resolution provisions.

Severability

If any provision of these Terms is held to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, that provision shall be enforced to the maximum extent permissible, and the remaining provisions of these Terms shall remain in full force and effect.

Force Majeure

We shall not be liable for any failure or delay in performing our obligations under these Terms where such failure or delay results from events beyond our reasonable control, including but not limited to acts of God, natural disasters, pandemics, epidemics, war, terrorism, riots, embargoes, acts of civil or military authorities, fire, floods, cyberattacks, power outages, telecommunications failures, internet service disruptions, or strikes.

Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, Affiliate Disclosure, and Advertising Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Proven Guide regarding your use of the Site and supersede all prior and contemporaneous understandings, agreements, representations, and warranties, both written and oral, regarding the Site.

Waiver

No waiver of any term or condition of these Terms shall be deemed a further or continuing waiver of such term or condition or a waiver of any other term or condition. Our failure to assert a right or provision under these Terms shall not constitute a waiver of such right or provision.

Assignment

You may not assign or transfer these Terms or any of your rights or obligations hereunder without our prior written consent. We may assign these Terms, in whole or in part, at any time without notice to you.

Contact Information

For questions, concerns, or notices regarding these Terms, please contact us at:

Proven Guide
Email: legal@provenguide.com
Website: https://provenguide.com

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