​We have created these Terms of Use to help protect Miami Living Magazine, our contributors, advertisers, partners, and all individuals who visit or use our website, digital magazines, social media platforms, and related services. Because legal language can sometimes be difficult to understand, we have made an effort to present these Terms in a clearer and more user-friendly format.

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INTRODUCTION

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Effective Date of These Terms: February 2, 2001

Last Updated: April 2, 2025

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These Miami Living Magazine Terms of Use (“Terms of Use”), together with any additional terms applicable to specific services or features (collectively, the “Miami Living Terms”), govern the use of all Miami Living Magazine products and platforms, including:

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(i) the Miami Living Magazine website and related websites (the “Website”);

 

(ii) all Miami Living Magazine digital magazines, digital editions, newsletters, editorials, advertisements, sponsored content, and digital publications, to which these Terms apply beginning on the first publication date of each individual issue, edition, article, advertisement, campaign, or digital release;

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(iii) all official Miami Living Magazine social media accounts and content published on platforms including Instagram, Facebook, and X (formerly Twitter) (collectively, the “Social Media Platforms”).

 

These Terms also apply to any related mobile applications, services, features, content, and communications offered by Miami Living Magazine (collectively, the “Services”).  ​

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By accessing, using, submitting content to, advertising with, interacting with, or viewing any Miami Living Magazine platform, publication, or Service, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to be legally bound by the Miami Living Terms.

The Miami Living Terms constitute a binding and enforceable legal contract between Miami Living Magazine (“Miami Living" and/or "Miami Living Magazine”, “us” or “we”) and you in relation to the use of any Miami Living Services - so please read them carefully.

You may visit and/or use the Miami Living Services and/or the Miami Living platforms only if you fully agree to the Miami Living Terms - and by using and/registering or subscribing to any of the Miami Living Services, you signify and affirm your informed consent to these Terms of Use and any other Miami Living Terms applicable to your use of any Miami Living Services. If you do not read, fully understand and agree to the Miami Living Terms, you must immediately leave the Miami Living Website and avoid or discontinue all use of the Miami Living Services.

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By using Miami Living Services, you acknowledge that you have read our Privacy Policy  (“Privacy Policy”).

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TERMS OF SERVICE

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Welcome, and thank you for visiting our website. By using this site, you agree to the following Terms of Use, which govern your access to and interaction with our content, services, and features. If you do not agree with these terms, please do not use the site.

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This website is hosted by Wix.com and operated by our team across various locations. While our primary business presence is in the United States, this site may be updated, managed, or maintained from different regions.  Regardless of where updates originate, these Terms of Use apply universally to all users.

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You may use the website for lawful personal or business purposes. You agree not to misuse the site, engage in disruptive or illegal behavior, or attempt unauthorized access to protected parts of the website or its systems. This includes the use of harmful code, scraping, spamming, or any actions that compromise the functionality or security of the site.

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If you choose to submit content—such as via forms, uploads, or comments—you are responsible for ensuring that your content is accurate, legal, and that you hold the rights to share it. By submitting content, you grant us a non-exclusive license to use it as needed to operate and promote the site. We reserve the right to moderate or remove content at our discretion.

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All materials on this site—including but not limited to logos, text, visuals, graphics, layout, and functionality—are protected by intellectual property laws. These materials are either owned by us or licensed to us, and you may not reproduce or distribute them without prior written permission.

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This website may include links to third-party platforms or services, including other websites and providers. We are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or availability of those third-party sites. Any engagement with external services is at your own risk and governed by their respective terms and policies.

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We are committed to protecting your privacy. Please review our Privacy Policy to understand how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information.

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This site and its content are provided “as is” without warranties of any kind. While we strive to provide accurate and up-to-date information, we do not guarantee the site will be error-free or uninterrupted. We are not responsible for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages resulting from your use of the site or inability to access it.

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We may update these Terms of Use from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legal requirements, or our business practices. Any updates will be posted on this page, and your continued use of the site after such changes constitutes your acceptance of the new terms.

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We reserve the right to suspend or restrict access to the site at our discretion, especially in the event of a violation of these terms.

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​PRIVACY POLICY​

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This website is hosted by Wix, a third-party web platform that provides us with the tools and infrastructure to run and manage our site. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you interact with our website. By using this site, you agree to the terms of this policy.

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When you visit our site or submit information through forms, we may collect personal details that you voluntarily provide, such as your name, email address, phone number, or payment information—if applicable. This data is typically collected through contact forms, newsletter sign-ups, or when making a purchase. Additionally, Wix may automatically collect certain types of data including your IP address, device and browser type, session length, click patterns, and approximate location data (based on your IP). This information helps us better understand how visitors interact with the site and allows us to improve functionality and user experience.

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Wix processes some of this data and also according to their own privacy practices. You can learn more about how Wix handles user data by reviewing their Privacy Policy. Any information you provide or that is collected automatically may also be shared with third-party services such as payment processors or analytics providers that help us run the site. We do not sell your personal information to anyone.

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We use your information to communicate with you, respond to inquiries, fulfill service requests, send newsletters or marketing materials, improve site performance, and comply with legal obligations. If applicable, we may use your data to process payments and deliver digital products or services.

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Like most websites, this site uses cookies and similar technologies. Wix may place cookies on your browser to help the site function properly, gather analytics, or enhance user experience. You can control or disable cookies at any time through your browser settings, or by adjusting your preferences using our site’s cookie banner (if enabled).

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Depending on where you live, you may have specific privacy rights under U.S. state laws such as the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), Colorado Privacy Act (CPA), or Virginia Consumer Data Protection Act (VCDPA). These rights may include accessing or correcting your personal information, requesting deletion, or opting out of marketing communications. To exercise these rights, you can contact us directly at the email address provided below, and we’ll assist as needed in coordination with Wix.

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We take reasonable steps to secure your personal information using industry-standard measures, including SSL encryption and secure hosting provided by Wix. However, no online system is completely immune from risk, and we encourage users to take appropriate precautions when sharing information online.

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This website is not intended for children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect or store personal data from minors. If we become aware that a child has submitted personal information, we will delete it promptly.

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Our website may contain links to other sites or services that are not operated by us. We are not responsible for the privacy policies or practices of any third-party websites you may access through these links.

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We may update this Privacy Policy occasionally to reflect changes in the law, platform functionality, or our internal practices. Any changes will be posted on this page with the updated effective date.

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COOKIES POLICY​

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Our website is built and hosted on the Wix.com platform. Like most modern websites, we use cookies and similar technologies to ensure our site functions properly, enhance your experience, analyze site traffic, and support marketing efforts. This Cookies Policy explains what cookies are, how we and Wix use them, and how you can manage or control them.

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Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, phone, tablet) when you visit a website. These files help the website recognize your device on future visits and store preferences, login details, or usage information that improves your browsing experience.

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Because our site is hosted by Wix.com, some cookies are placed automatically by Wix. These include essential cookies needed for the site to function correctly—such as those that maintain security, enable logins, keep sessions stable, and save your cookie preferences. These cannot be disabled, as they are critical to the functioning of the website.

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In addition, our site may use functional cookies to enhance features, such as remembering user preferences or improving site performance. Analytics cookies—such as those from Wix Analytics or Google Analytics—help us understand how users interact with our content, which pages are most visited, and where we can improve the site’s usability and layout.

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We may also use marketing or advertising cookies, sometimes placed by third-party tools integrated into the site (like Facebook Pixel, Google Ads, or newsletter forms). These cookies track your browsing behavior to show you more relevant content or ads across the web.

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You’ll typically see a cookie banner when you first visit the site, giving you the option to accept or manage your preferences. By continuing to use the site without changing your cookie settings, you consent to our use of cookies as outlined in this policy.

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You can manage or block cookies through your browser settings at any time. For example, you can choose to be notified when a cookie is being set, or to disable cookies entirely. Please note that disabling some cookies may impact how the site functions or limit your access to certain features.

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To learn more about the types of cookies used specifically by Wix.com, please visit their official Wix Cookie Policy page, where they outline all cookie types by purpose, name, and duration.

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We may occasionally update this Cookies Policy to reflect changes in our practices or updates from Wix. Any changes will be posted on this page with a revised effective date. By using our website, you agree to the use of cookies as described on this page.​

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DIGITAL MAGAZINES, WEBSITE, SOCIAL MEDIA, ADVERTISING CONTENT & MEDIA SUBMISSIONS

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These provisions apply to all content published, distributed, displayed, reposted, shared, transmitted, promoted, or otherwise made available by Miami Living Magazine through its website, digital magazines, social media platforms (including Instagram, Facebook, and X), newsletters, mobile applications, video channels, partner platforms, advertising campaigns, and any current or future digital, social, electronic, mobile, print, or media formats operated, owned, managed, or used by Miami Living Magazine.

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All content submitted, provided, licensed, uploaded, transmitted, shared, or otherwise supplied to Miami Living Magazine for publication, distribution, promotion, republication, or display in any media format (collectively, the “Submitted Materials”) shall remain the sole responsibility of the party submitting such materials (the “Submitting Party”).

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Submitted Materials include, but are not limited to:

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• Articles, editorials, and written text

• Photographs, images, and screenshots

• Advertisements, sponsored content, and branded content

• Advertisement images, text, logos, graphics, quotes, and/or any content that appears on advertisements

• Logos, trademarks, slogans, and branding materials

• Videos, reels, audio recordings, music, and sound files

• Graphics, artwork, illustrations, and designs

• Social media posts and multimedia content

• Press releases and promotional materials

• Digital files, media assets, and multimedia content of any kind

 

For advertisements, sponsored content, branded campaigns, and promotional materials specifically, all text, images, photographs, videos, logos, trademarks, slogans, graphics, music, audio, and related advertising assets remain the sole property and legal responsibility of the advertiser, agency, creator, designer, sponsor, client, or party that supplied such materials to Miami Living Magazine.

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By submitting any Submitted Materials to Miami Living Magazine, the Submitting Party represents, warrants, and agrees that:

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1. The Submitting Party owns or has obtained all necessary rights, licenses, permissions, releases, approvals, and authorizations required for the lawful use, publication, reproduction, display, performance, distribution, promotion, transmission, and republication of the Submitted Materials.

2. The Submitted Materials do not infringe upon, violate, misappropriate, or otherwise conflict with any copyright, trademark, trade dress, patent, publicity right, privacy right, moral right, contractual right, licensing right, or any other intellectual property or proprietary right of any person or entity.

3. The Submitted Materials do not contain unlawful, defamatory, misleading, fraudulent, unauthorized, infringing, or otherwise illegal content.

4. Miami Living Magazine acts solely as a publisher, distributor, host, promoter, platform provider, or republisher of third-party Submitted Materials across its platforms and services and does not independently verify ownership, licensing rights, permissions, authenticity, legality, or compliance of all Submitted Materials prior to publication or distribution.

 

Miami Living Magazine expressly disclaims any and all liability arising from Submitted Materials provided by third parties, including but not limited to claims involving:

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• Copyright infringement

• Trademark infringement

• Unauthorized use of name, image, likeness, or voice

• Defamation or libel

• Plagiarism

• Misappropriation

• False advertising

• Intellectual property disputes

• Licensing disputes

• Unauthorized commercial use of media

• Privacy or publicity rights violations

• Unauthorized use of music, sound recordings, or audiovisual content

 

The Submitting Party agrees to fully indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Miami Living Magazine, its owners, officers, directors, affiliates, employees, contractors, writers, editors, publishers, licensors, agents, successors, assigns, and partners from and against any and all claims, demands, actions, proceedings, lawsuits, damages, liabilities, losses, settlements, judgments, penalties, fines, costs, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys’ fees and legal costs) arising out of or related to the Submitted Materials or their publication, reposting, sharing, distribution, promotion, transmission, hosting, display, or republication across any Miami Living Magazine platform, service, or media channel.

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Miami Living Magazine reserves the unrestricted right, but not the obligation, to review, reject, edit, remove, suspend, modify, disable, refuse, or discontinue publication or distribution of any Submitted Materials at any time, for any reason, and without prior notice.

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For digital magazines, digital editions, online articles, newsletters, social media publications, and all other digital or electronic publications specifically, these Terms of Use shall apply beginning on the first publication date of each issue, edition, article, advertisement, campaign, post, media publication, or digital release published or distributed by Miami Living Magazine.

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Miami Living Magazine is not obligated to monitor Submitted Materials for ownership verification, copyright compliance, licensing validation, legality, or intellectual property clearance. However, Miami Living Magazine reserves the right to investigate, restrict access to, remove, or disable any content if it becomes aware of potential legal violations or claims.

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If any person or entity believes that content published or distributed by Miami Living Magazine infringes upon their intellectual property rights or other legal rights, they may submit a formal written notice requesting review and potential removal of the material. Upon receipt of a valid complaint or takedown request, Miami Living Magazine reserves the right to investigate and remove the material at its sole discretion and without admission of liability.

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content submission & copyright disclaimer

By submitting any content to Miami Living (the “Website”), including but not limited to articles, text, photographs, images, illustrations, video, audio, screenshots, graphics, or any other form of media (collectively, the “Content”), you acknowledge and agree to the following terms:

1. Ownership & Rights
 

• You affirm and warrant that:

• You are the sole owner of the Content, or

You have obtained all necessary licenses, rights, consents, and permissions from any relevant third parties to submit the Content for publication.

You further represent that the Content does not infringe upon the intellectual property rights, privacy rights, publicity rights, or any other legal rights of any person or entity.

2. License to Use Content

By submitting Content to Miami Living, you grant us a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free, irrevocable license to use, reproduce, adapt, publish, display, distribute, promote, and archive the Content in any format or medium, whether now known or developed in the future. This includes, but is not limited to, publication on our website, newsletters, social media, and marketing materials.

3. Responsibility & Liability

You acknowledge that you are entirely responsible for any legal issues that may arise from your submitted Content, including but not limited to:
 

• Copyright infringement

• Trademark violations

• Defamation

• Misappropriation of likeness or publicity rights

Miami Living assumes no responsibility or liability for such issues. If a claim, dispute, or legal action arises, it is your sole obligation to resolve the matter at your own cost. You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Miami Living, its owners, employees, contractors, and affiliates from any claims, damages, liabilities, or expenses (including legal fees) arising from your submitted Content.

4. Right to Remove or Refuse Content
 

• Miami Living reserves the unconditional right to:

• Review all submitted Content before or after publication

• Refuse publication of any Content at its sole discretion

Remove Content at any time, without prior notice, especially if it is suspected to infringe on any legal rights, appears inappropriate, or violates any law or editorial standards

5. No Obligation to Monitor

Miami Living is not obligated to monitor submitted Content for accuracy, legality, or rights compliance. However, we reserve the right to investigate and take appropriate action if we become aware of potential violations.

6. DMCA Compliance (U.S. Only)

Miami Living complies with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA). If you believe your copyrighted work has been used or published without permission, you may file a written notice in accordance with the DMCA. Upon receiving valid notice, we will promptly review and, if appropriate, remove the allegedly infringing material.

Please contact us.

7. No Guarantee of Publication

Submission of Content does not guarantee publication. Miami Living retains full editorial discretion over what is selected, edited, and published.

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