Last updated: July 21, 2025
Effective Date: Upon first access of LKNConnect Community website
LKNConnect Community (“we,” “us,” or “our”) operates lknconnectcommunity.com, a platform celebrating stories, events, businesses, and culture in the Lake Norman area.
By accessing or using our site, you agree to these Terms and Conditions. If you do not agree, please refrain from using or accessing the site.
1. Use of the Site
- Your use of the site is at your own risk. It is provided on an “as is” basis, with no warranties.
- You may browse, read, comment, and share content for personal, non-commercial purposes only.
- Republishing, redistributing, reprinting, selling, or commercial exploitation of our content is prohibited without explicit permission.
2. Contributor Submissions
We welcome submissions (stories, events, photos) via our contributor program. By submitting content, you confirm:
- You own or have the right to share it.
- You grant LKNConnect a perpetual, royalty-free license to edit, publish, and distribute the content across all platforms.
- Content must be truthful and free of defamation or copyrighted material.
3. User Conduct
Please use LKNConnect with respect:
- No hate speech, prejudice, libel, or harmful material.
- No spam, fraudulent posts, or privacy breaches.
- No impersonation or misrepresentation.
4. Links and Third-Party Content
Our site includes links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their content, privacy policies, or liability for your use of them.
5. Advertising and Sponsored Content
- We offer advertising and spotlight features. Terms are publicly outlined in our “Advertise With Us” section.
- Sponsored content must be clearly labeled as such.
6. Intellectual Property
- All content, logos, graphics, and design are protected by copyright and trademark law.
- You may view and share content (with attribution), but unauthorized use is prohibited.
7. Limitation of Liability
We make efforts to ensure the accuracy of content, but cannot guarantee it.
We are not liable for any loss or damage arising from use or inability to use the site.
8. Changes to Terms
We may update these terms without notice. Continued use of the site means you accept the current version.
9. Governing Law
These terms are governed by the laws of the State of North Carolina. Disputes will be resolved exclusively in courts located in Mecklenburg County, NC.
