Effective Date: March 5, 2026
Welcome to Cedar Key Beacon (“Cedar Key Beacon,” “we,” “us,” or “our”). These Terms of Use (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of our website located at cedarkeybeacon.com (the “Site”).
By accessing or using the Site, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, do not use the Site.
1) About the Site
Cedar Key Beacon publishes informational content, including news and related editorial content. The Site may also include user-submitted content (such as comments), links to third-party websites, advertisements, sponsored content, and/or affiliate links.
2) Eligibility
You must be at least 13 years old to use the Site. If you are under the age of majority in your jurisdiction, you may use the Site only with the consent of a parent or legal guardian.
3) Changes to the Site and These Terms
We may update the Site and/or these Terms at any time. The “Effective Date” above indicates when these Terms were last revised. Your continued use of the Site after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms.
4) Intellectual Property
Unless otherwise noted, the Site and all content on it—including articles, text, graphics, logos, design, compilation, and the overall “look and feel”—are owned by or licensed to Cedar Key Beacon and are protected by intellectual property laws.
Limited License. We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to access and use the Site for personal, non-commercial use.
Restrictions. You may not, without our prior written permission:
- Copy, reproduce, republish, distribute, or publicly display Site content for commercial purposes;
- Scrape, crawl, or use automated means to access the Site in a manner that disrupts or burdens our systems;
- Modify, create derivative works from, or reverse engineer any part of the Site;
- Remove or alter copyright, trademark, or other proprietary notices.
If you would like to request permission for republication or commercial use, contact us at office@cedarkeybeacon.com.
5) User Content (Comments, Submissions)
If the Site allows you to post, upload, or submit content (“User Content”), you are solely responsible for your User Content and any consequences of posting it.
You agree not to post User Content that:
- Is unlawful, defamatory, harassing, hateful, threatening, or abusive;
- Infringes intellectual property, privacy, or other rights of others;
- Contains malware, deceptive code, or attempts to compromise the Site;
- Is spam, unsolicited promotions, or misleading content.
License to Us. By submitting User Content, you grant Cedar Key Beacon a worldwide, royalty-free, non-exclusive license to use, reproduce, distribute, display, and create derivative works from your User Content in connection with operating and promoting the Site, subject to applicable law.
Moderation. We may (but are not obligated to) review, remove, or restrict access to User Content at any time for any reason, including for violations of these Terms.
6) News, Editorial Content, and No Professional Advice
Content on the Site is provided for general informational purposes only. It may include opinions and commentary. We do not guarantee that any content is accurate, complete, or current.
Nothing on the Site constitutes professional advice (including legal, medical, financial, or investment advice). You should consult a qualified professional for advice tailored to your situation.
7) Third-Party Links and Services
The Site may link to third-party websites or services that we do not control. We are not responsible for the content, policies, or practices of third parties. Your use of third-party sites is at your own risk and subject to their terms and privacy policies.
8) Advertising, Sponsored Content, and Affiliate Links
The Site may display advertisements and may publish sponsored content. We may also use affiliate links, meaning we may earn a commission if you click a link and make a purchase. These relationships do not change our commitment to editorial integrity, but you should assume some links may be monetized.
9) Prohibited Uses
You agree not to:
- Use the Site in any way that violates applicable laws or regulations;
- Interfere with the security or operation of the Site;
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any accounts, systems, or networks;
- Use the Site to transmit malware, spyware, or harmful code;
- Impersonate any person or entity or misrepresent your affiliation.
10) DMCA / Copyright Complaints
If you believe content on the Site infringes your copyright, please send a notice with the following information: (a) identification of the copyrighted work; (b) identification of the allegedly infringing material and its location on the Site; (c) your contact information; (d) a statement that you have a good-faith belief the use is not authorized; (e) a statement under penalty of perjury that the information is accurate and you are the owner or authorized to act; and (f) your physical or electronic signature.
Send notices to: office@cedarkeybeacon.com
11) Disclaimer of Warranties
THE SITE AND ALL CONTENT ARE PROVIDED ON AN “AS IS” AND “AS AVAILABLE” BASIS. TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, WE DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, WHETHER EXPRESS, IMPLIED, OR STATUTORY, INCLUDING IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT.
12) Limitation of Liability
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, CEDAR KEY BEACON AND ITS OWNERS, CONTRIBUTORS, AND AFFILIATES WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, SPECIAL, EXEMPLARY, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, OR ANY LOSS OF PROFITS, REVENUE, DATA, OR GOODWILL, ARISING FROM OR RELATED TO YOUR USE OF (OR INABILITY TO USE) THE SITE.
13) Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Cedar Key Beacon and its owners, contributors, and affiliates from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) arising out of or related to your use of the Site, your User Content, or your violation of these Terms.
14) Termination
We may suspend or terminate your access to the Site at any time, with or without notice, if we believe you violated these Terms or for any other lawful reason.
15) Governing Law and Venue
These Terms are governed by the laws of the District of Columbia, United States, without regard to conflict of laws principles. Any dispute arising out of or related to these Terms or the Site shall be brought in the courts located in Washington, DC, unless applicable law provides otherwise.
16) Severability
If any provision of these Terms is found unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.
17) Contact Us
Cedar Key Beacon
1625 L St NW, Washington, DC 20036, United States
Email: office@cedarkeybeacon.com