Last Updated: August 2025

Welcome to Pinewave Media (“we,” “our,” “us”). These Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of our website, pinewavemedia.com (the “Site”).

By accessing or using Pinewave Media, you agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms. Please also review our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information. If you do not agree with these Terms, please refrain from using our Site.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By using Pinewave Media, you acknowledge that you are at least 18 years of age, or you have obtained parental/guardian consent if under 18. You also agree to follow all applicable laws, rules, and regulations when using this Site.

We reserve the right to update or modify these Terms at any time without prior notice. Continued use of the Site after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

2. Eligibility

To use our Website, you must be at least 18 years old or have the permission of a parent/guardian. By using the Website, you represent and warrant that you meet these requirements.

3. User Conduct and Responsibilities

When interacting with Pinewave Media, you agree NOT to:

• Post or share unlawful, abusive, defamatory, or harmful content.
• Attempt to hack, disrupt, or interfere with the Site’s functionality.
• Use automated systems such as bots, crawlers, or scrapers without permission.
• Upload viruses, malware, or any malicious code.
• Engage in activities that may harm Pinewave Media’s reputation or its users.

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate access to anyone violating these Terms.

4. Content and Editorial Policy

Pinewave Media publishes news, insights, opinions, and resources on business, technology, marketing, productivity, culture, and related topics. While we strive for accuracy and reliability, content is provided for informational and educational purposes only.

• We do not guarantee that all information is free from errors or omissions.
• Opinions expressed by contributors are their own and do not necessarily reflect our official stance.
• Content may be updated, edited, or removed at our discretion.

5. Third-Party Links and Services

Our Site may include links to third-party websites, products, or services. These are provided for user convenience but do not constitute endorsement.

We are not responsible for:

• The accuracy, content, or policies of third-party sites.
• Transactions or interactions you may have with third-party vendors.

We encourage users to review the terms and policies of any third-party services before engaging.

6. Use of Cookies

Pinewave Media uses cookies and similar technologies to improve your browsing experience, personalize ads, and analyze traffic.

By using our Site, you consent to our use of cookies in accordance with our Privacy Policy. You may disable cookies in your browser settings, but some features may not function properly.

7. Advertising and Affiliate Disclosure

To support our work, Pinewave Media may feature:

• Google AdSense Ads – third-party vendors, including Google, use cookies to serve relevant ads.
• Affiliate Links – we may earn a small commission when you purchase products through affiliate links, at no additional cost to you.
• Sponsored Content – occasionally, we may publish sponsored articles, clearly marked for transparency.

We strive to maintain editorial independence regardless of advertising or sponsorship arrangements.

8. Disclaimer of Warranties

The Site and its content are provided “as is” and “as available” without warranties of any kind, either express or implied.

We do not guarantee that:

• The Site will be uninterrupted, secure, or error-free.
• Content is always accurate, reliable, or up to date.
• External links, advertisements, or third-party content are trustworthy.

Users access Pinewave Media at their own risk.

9. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Pinewave Media shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from:

• Use or inability to use the Site.
• Errors, inaccuracies, or omissions in content.
• Unauthorized access to your personal information.
• Transactions with third-party sites or advertisers.

Your sole remedy for dissatisfaction with the Site is to stop using it.

10. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Pinewave Media, its affiliates, employees, and partners from any claims, damages, liabilities, or expenses arising from:

• Your use of the Site.
• Violation of these Terms.
• Infringement of intellectual property or other rights.

11. Termination of Use

We may suspend, restrict, or terminate your access to Pinewave Media at our discretion, without notice, if we believe you have violated these Terms or engaged in harmful conduct.

12. Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms periodically to reflect changes in our practices, policies, or legal requirements. The revised Terms will be posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date.

It is your responsibility to review the Terms regularly. Continued use of the Site after changes indicates your acceptance of the updated Terms.

13. Changes to These Terms

We may revise or update these Terms and Conditions at any time without prior notice. Updated versions will be posted on this page with the “Last Updated” date. By continuing to use the Website, you agree to the revised Terms.

By accessing and using Pinewave Media, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions, as well as our Privacy Policy.