Terms and Conditions | The Fish Sniffer

Terms and Conditions

Effective Date: 6/7/2025

Last Updated: 6/7/2025

1. Introduction and Acceptance

Welcome to Fish Sniffer LLC ("we," "us," "our," or "The Fish Sniffer"). These Terms and Conditions ("Terms") govern your use of our website fishsniffer.com and all related services (collectively, the "Service"). By accessing or using our Service, you agree to be bound by these Terms.

Contact Information:
Fish Sniffer LLC
P.O. Box 776
Colfax, CA 95713
Phone: 833-347-4661
Email: magazine@fishsniffer.com

If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use our Service. We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time, and your continued use constitutes acceptance of any changes.

2. Description of Service

The Fish Sniffer is California's premier online fishing magazine providing:

  • Digital fishing magazine content and articles
  • Fishing reports and conditions from California waters
  • Gear reviews and recommendations
  • Fishing tips, techniques, and educational content
  • Newsletter subscription services
  • Advertising and promotional content from partners
  • Future events, tournaments, and community activities

3. User Eligibility and Account

Our Service is available to users of all ages. By using our Service, you represent and warrant that:

  • You have the legal capacity to enter into these Terms
  • You will provide accurate information when subscribing to our newsletter
  • You will use our Service in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations
  • You will not use our Service for any unlawful or prohibited purpose

Currently, we do not require user accounts for basic service access. If we implement user accounts in the future, additional terms may apply.

4. Acceptable Use

You agree to use our Service only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. You agree not to:

  • Violate any applicable federal, state, local, or international law or regulation
  • Infringe upon the rights of others, including intellectual property rights
  • Transmit any harmful, malicious, or disruptive code or content
  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems or other users' accounts
  • Use automated systems to access our Service without permission
  • Interfere with or disrupt the operation of our Service
  • Impersonate any person or entity or falsely state your affiliation
  • Collect or harvest personal information about other users

5. Intellectual Property Rights

5.1 Our Content

All content on our Service, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, articles, fishing reports, and digital magazine content, is owned by Fish Sniffer LLC or our licensors and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

5.2 Limited License

We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and use our Service for personal, non-commercial purposes. You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or create derivative works from our content without our express written permission.

5.3 Permitted Use

You may:

  • Read and view our content for personal use
  • Share links to our articles and content on social media
  • Print individual articles for personal reference

6. Privacy and Data Collection

Your privacy is important to us. Our collection and use of personal information is governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference. By using our Service, you consent to the collection and use of your information as described in our Privacy Policy.

7. Newsletter and Communications

By subscribing to our newsletter, you agree to receive periodic emails containing fishing reports, articles, and related content. You may unsubscribe at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link in any email or by contacting us directly.

8. Advertising and Third-Party Content

Our Service may contain advertisements and links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the content, accuracy, or practices of these third parties. Your interactions with advertisers and third parties are solely between you and them.

We may receive compensation from advertisers and affiliate partners, but this does not influence our editorial content unless specifically disclosed.

9. Events and Tournaments

We may organize or promote fishing events, tournaments, or community activities. Participation in such events may be subject to additional terms and conditions, liability waivers, and requirements that will be provided at the time of registration or participation.

By participating in our events, you agree to follow all applicable rules, regulations, and safety guidelines. You participate at your own risk and acknowledge the inherent risks associated with fishing activities.

10. Subscription Services

We may offer premium subscription services in the future. If implemented, such services may include additional terms regarding payment, cancellation, refunds, and access to premium content. These terms will be clearly communicated at the time of subscription.

11. Disclaimers

11.1 Service Availability

We provide our Service on an "as is" and "as available" basis. We do not warrant that our Service will be uninterrupted, error-free, or completely secure. We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue our Service at any time without notice.

11.2 Content Accuracy

While we strive to provide accurate and up-to-date information, we make no warranties or representations about the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any content on our Service. Fishing conditions, regulations, and information can change rapidly.

11.3 No Professional Advice

Our content is for informational and educational purposes only and should not be considered professional advice. Always consult with local authorities, fishing guides, and experts before making fishing-related decisions.

12. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Fish Sniffer LLC and its officers, directors, employees, and agents shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including but not limited to loss of profits, data, or other intangible losses, resulting from your use of our Service.

Our total liability for any claims arising from or related to these Terms or our Service shall not exceed the amount you have paid us in the twelve months preceding the claim, or $100, whichever is less.

13. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Fish Sniffer LLC and its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, and agents from and against any and all claims, damages, obligations, losses, liabilities, costs, and expenses arising from your use of our Service or violation of these Terms.

14. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of California, without regard to its conflict of law principles. Any legal action or proceeding arising under these Terms shall be brought exclusively in the courts located in California.

15. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision will be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary so that the remaining Terms will remain in full force and effect.

16. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will notify users of any material changes by posting the updated Terms on our website and updating the "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of our Service after any changes constitutes acceptance of the new Terms.

17. Contact Information

If you have any questions about these Terms and Conditions, please contact us:

  • Email: magazine@fishsniffer.com
  • Phone: 833-347-4661
  • Mail: Fish Sniffer LLC, P.O. Box 776, Colfax, CA 95713