Terms and Conditions

    Effective Date: November 18, 2025

    1. Agreement to Terms

    These Terms and Conditions constitute a legally binding agreement made between you, whether personally or on behalf of an entity ("you") and Auto Paint Authority (In-House Automotive Reconditioning, LLC, doing business as Auto Paint Authority) ("we," "us," or "our"), concerning your access to and use of the https://autopaintauthority.com website as well as any other media form, media channel, mobile website or mobile application related, linked, or otherwise connected thereto (collectively, the "Site").

    By accessing the Site, you agree that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by all of these Terms and Conditions. IF YOU DO NOT AGREE WITH ALL OF THESE TERMS AND CONDITIONS, THEN YOU ARE EXPRESSLY PROHIBITED FROM USING THE SITE AND YOU MUST DISCONTINUE USE IMMEDIATELY.

    2. Use of the Site

    By using this Site, you represent and warrant that:

    • You have the legal capacity and agree to comply with these Terms and Conditions
    • You are not under the age of 18
    • You will not access the Site through automated or non-human means
    • You will not use the Site for any illegal or unauthorized purpose
    • Your use of the Site will not violate any applicable law or regulation

    3. Intellectual Property Rights

    Unless otherwise indicated, the Site is our proprietary property and all source code, databases, functionality, software, website designs, audio, video, text, photographs, and graphics on the Site (collectively, the "Content") and the trademarks, service marks, and logos contained therein (the "Marks") are owned or controlled by us or licensed to us, and are protected by copyright and trademark laws.

    The Content and the Marks are provided on the Site "AS IS" for your information and personal use only. Except as expressly provided in these Terms and Conditions, no part of the Site and no Content or Marks may be copied, reproduced, aggregated, republished, uploaded, posted, publicly displayed, encoded, translated, transmitted, distributed, sold, licensed, or otherwise exploited for any commercial purpose whatsoever, without our express prior written permission.

    4. User Representations

    By using the Site, you represent and warrant that:

    • All registration information you submit will be true, accurate, current, and complete
    • You will maintain the accuracy of such information and promptly update such registration information as necessary
    • You have the legal capacity and agree to comply with these Terms and Conditions
    • You will not use the Site for any illegal or unauthorized purpose
    • Your use of the Site will not violate any applicable law or regulation

    5. Prohibited Activities

    You may not access or use the Site for any purpose other than that for which we make the Site available. The Site may not be used in connection with any commercial endeavors except those that are specifically endorsed or approved by us. Prohibited activities include, but are not limited to:

    • Systematically retrieving data or other content from the Site to create or compile a collection, compilation, database, or directory
    • Making any unauthorized use of the Site, including collecting usernames and/or email addresses of users by electronic or other means
    • Using the Site to advertise or offer to sell goods and services without our express written consent
    • Circumventing, disabling, or otherwise interfering with security-related features of the Site
    • Engaging in unauthorized framing of or linking to the Site
    • Tricking, defrauding, or misleading us and other users
    • Interfering with, disrupting, or creating an undue burden on the Site or the networks or services connected to the Site
    • Harassing, annoying, intimidating, or threatening any of our employees or agents engaged in providing any portion of the Site to you
    • Using the Site in a manner inconsistent with any applicable laws or regulations

    6. Educational Content and Services

    The information, tools, calculators, and educational content provided on this Site are for informational purposes only and should not be considered professional business, financial, or legal advice. While we strive to provide accurate and up-to-date information, we make no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, about the completeness, accuracy, reliability, suitability, or availability of the information, products, services, or related graphics contained on the Site for any purpose.

    Any reliance you place on such information is strictly at your own risk. We recommend consulting with qualified professionals before making any business decisions based on information obtained from this Site.

    7. SMS/Text Messaging Terms

    By providing your phone number and opting in to receive text messages, you agree to receive SMS/text messages from Auto Paint Authority. Message frequency varies. Message and data rates may apply.

    You can opt-out at any time by replying STOP to any message. For help, reply HELP.

    We reserve the right to terminate your ability to receive text messages if we believe you are violating these Terms and Conditions or engaging in abusive conduct.

    8. Disclaimers

    THE SITE IS PROVIDED ON AN AS-IS AND AS-AVAILABLE BASIS. YOU AGREE THAT YOUR USE OF THE SITE AND OUR SERVICES WILL BE AT YOUR SOLE RISK. TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, WE DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, IN CONNECTION WITH THE SITE AND YOUR USE THEREOF, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT.

    9. Limitations of Liability

    IN NO EVENT WILL WE OR OUR DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, OR AGENTS BE LIABLE TO YOU OR ANY THIRD PARTY FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, CONSEQUENTIAL, EXEMPLARY, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, INCLUDING LOST PROFIT, LOST REVENUE, LOSS OF DATA, OR OTHER DAMAGES ARISING FROM YOUR USE OF THE SITE, EVEN IF WE HAVE BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.

    10. Indemnification

    You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold us harmless, including our subsidiaries, affiliates, and all of our respective officers, agents, partners, and employees, from and against any loss, damage, liability, claim, or demand, including reasonable attorneys' fees and expenses, made by any third party due to or arising out of: (1) your use of the Site; (2) breach of these Terms and Conditions; (3) any breach of your representations and warranties set forth in these Terms and Conditions; (4) your violation of the rights of a third party, including but not limited to intellectual property rights; or (5) any overt harmful act toward any other user of the Site with whom you connected via the Site.

    11. User Data

    We will maintain certain data that you transmit to the Site for the purpose of managing the performance of the Site, as well as data relating to your use of the Site. Although we perform regular routine backups of data, you are solely responsible for all data that you transmit or that relates to any activity you have undertaken using the Site. You agree that we shall have no liability to you for any loss or corruption of any such data, and you hereby waive any right of action against us arising from any such loss or corruption of such data.

    12. Electronic Communications

    Visiting the Site, sending us emails, completing online forms, or opting in to receive SMS messages constitutes electronic communications. You consent to receive electronic communications, and you agree that all agreements, notices, disclosures, and other communications we provide to you electronically, via email, text message, and on the Site, satisfy any legal requirement that such communication be in writing.

    13. Governing Law

    These Terms and Conditions shall be governed by and defined following the laws of the United States. Auto Paint Authority and yourself irrevocably consent that the courts shall have exclusive jurisdiction to resolve any dispute which may arise in connection with these terms.

    14. Modifications to Terms

    We reserve the right, in our sole discretion, to make changes or modifications to these Terms and Conditions at any time and for any reason. We will alert you about any changes by updating the "Effective Date" of these Terms and Conditions, and you waive any right to receive specific notice of each such change. It is your responsibility to periodically review these Terms and Conditions to stay informed of updates.

    15. Contact Us

    In order to resolve a complaint regarding the Site or to receive further information regarding use of the Site, please contact us:

    Auto Paint Authority (In-House Automotive Reconditioning, LLC, doing business as Auto Paint Authority)

    Email: support@autopaintauthority.com

    Website: https://autopaintauthority.com