Effective Date: Jan 1, 2025

These Terms and Conditions govern the use of barefootblogger.com (the “Website”), operated by Barefoot Ventures (“we,” “our,” “us”). By accessing or using the Website, you agree to these Terms. If you do not agree, please do not use the Website.

Use of the Website

The Website is provided for informational, editorial, and community purposes relating to travel, lifestyle, and living in France. Content is intended for general inspiration and informational purposes only and does not constitute legal, financial, or professional advice. Users agree not to misuse the Website, including engaging in unlawful, defamatory, or harmful activities.

Intellectual Property

All original content on the Website, including text, images, graphics, videos, and logos, is the property of Barefoot Ventures and protected by copyright and intellectual property laws. Content may not be copied, reproduced, or distributed without prior written permission, except for personal, non-commercial use with proper attribution. Trademarks, logos, and brand names of partners, affiliates, or third parties remain the property of their respective owners.

User Content and Submissions

Users may submit content through comments, forms, or classifieds. By submitting content, users grant Barefoot Ventures a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, display, and distribute the content in connection with the Website. Users are solely responsible for the accuracy and legality of any content they submit. Barefoot Ventures reserves the right to moderate, edit, or remove user content at its discretion.

Listings and Third-Party Services

The Website may feature vacation rentals, property co-ownership opportunities, tours, or other services provided by third parties. Barefoot Ventures does not act as a broker or agent and does not guarantee the availability, accuracy, or quality of third-party listings. All transactions are strictly between users and the third-party providers.

Affiliate Links and Advertising

The Website may include affiliate links, sponsored content, or advertisements. Barefoot Ventures may earn a commission if users click on or purchase through these links, at no additional cost to the user. Advertisers and partners are responsible for the accuracy of their content. Barefoot Ventures does not endorse or guarantee third-party products or services.

Disclaimers and Limitation of Liability

The Website and its content are provided “as is” without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. Barefoot Ventures is not responsible for errors, omissions, or interruptions in site availability. To the fullest extent permitted by law, Barefoot Ventures is not liable for indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from use of the Website.

External Links

The Website may contain links to third-party websites. Barefoot Ventures is not responsible for the content, policies, or practices of those external sites, and access to such sites is at the user’s own risk.

Privacy

Use of the Website is also governed by our Privacy Policy. By using the Website, users acknowledge and accept the terms of that policy.

Modifications to Terms

Barefoot Ventures may update these Terms at any time without prior notice. The most current version will always be posted with the effective date. Continued use of the Website constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.

Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms are governed by French and EU law for visitors located in the European Union, and by United States law, including applicable state laws such as North Carolina law and the California Consumer Privacy Act, for visitors in the United States. Jurisdiction for disputes will be determined based on user location: the courts of France for EU residents, and the courts of North Carolina or another applicable state where Barefoot Ventures operates for U.S. residents.

Contact Information

Deborah Bine
The Barefoot Blogger
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