Terms and Conditions
Effective Date: January 1, 2025
Website: jonkatz.com
1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing and using jonkatz.com (the “Site”), you accept and agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use this Site.
2. Use of the Site
2.1 General Use
You may access and use the Site for personal, non-commercial purposes. You agree to use the Site in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.
2.2 Prohibited Activities
You may not:
- Use the Site for any unlawful purpose
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the Site
- Interfere with or disrupt the Site’s functionality
- Copy, reproduce, or distribute Site content without permission (except as allowed under “Content Ownership” below)
- Post spam, malicious code, or inappropriate content in comments or contact forms
3. Affiliate Disclosure
3.1 Affiliate Relationships
This Site contains affiliate links to Amazon and audio equipment retailers. When you click these links and make a purchase, we may earn a commission at no additional cost to you.
3.2 Editorial Independence
Our reviews, recommendations, and opinions are our own and are not influenced by affiliate relationships. We only recommend products and equipment we believe in or have personally evaluated.
3.3 No Guarantees
We are not responsible for the products or services offered by third-party retailers. Your purchase transactions occur directly between you and the retailer. Please review their terms, return policies, and warranties before making purchases.
4. Content Ownership and Copyright
4.1 Our Content
All content on this Site, including articles, reviews, images, and graphics, is owned by jonkatz.com or licensed to us. This content is protected by copyright and intellectual property laws.
4.2 Limited License
You may:
- View and print content for personal, non-commercial use
- Share links to our articles on social media
- Quote brief excerpts (under 100 words) with proper attribution and a link back to the original article
You may not:
- Republish entire articles or substantial portions without written permission
- Use our content for commercial purposes without permission
- Remove copyright notices or attributions
- Claim our content as your own
4.3 User-Generated Content
If you submit comments, questions, or other content to the Site, you grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, and display that content. You represent that you own the rights to any content you submit.
5. Reviews and Recommendations
5.1 Opinion-Based Content
Reviews, evaluations, and recommendations on this Site represent personal opinions based on our testing methodology and experience. Audio equipment performance can vary based on individual systems, rooms, and preferences.
5.2 No Professional Advice
Content on this Site is for informational and entertainment purposes only. It does not constitute professional audio engineering advice, purchasing advice, or financial advice.
5.3 Your Own Evaluation
We encourage you to audition equipment yourself before purchasing. What works in our testing environment may perform differently in yours.
6. Disclaimer of Warranties
6.1 “As Is” Basis
The Site and all content are provided “as is” and “as available” without warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement.
6.2 Accuracy
While we strive for accuracy, we do not warrant that:
- The Site will be uninterrupted or error-free
- Content is always accurate, complete, or current
- Links to third-party sites are accurate or functional
- Product specifications or pricing information from retailers is current
6.3 Technical Information
Technical specifications, measurements, and performance data are provided for informational purposes. We are not responsible for errors or changes made by manufacturers.
7. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, jonkatz.com and its owner shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including but not limited to:
- Loss of profits, data, or use
- Damage to audio equipment
- Purchasing decisions based on our reviews
- Issues arising from third-party products or services
Our total liability to you for any claims arising from your use of the Site shall not exceed $100.
8. Third-Party Links and Services
The Site contains links to third-party websites and services, including:
- Affiliate retailers (Amazon, audio equipment vendors)
- Social media platforms
- Embedded content (YouTube videos, etc.)
We are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or terms of these third-party sites. Your interactions with third parties are solely between you and them.
9. Comments and Community Guidelines
9.1 Comment Policy
We welcome constructive discussion in the comments. We reserve the right to moderate, edit, or remove comments that:
- Contain spam or advertising
- Are abusive, harassing, or defamatory
- Contain profanity or offensive content
- Violate intellectual property rights
- Are off-topic or disruptive
9.2 No Liability for User Content
We are not responsible for comments or content posted by users. Views expressed in comments do not represent our views.
10. Advertising
The Site may display advertisements through third-party advertising networks. We do not control or endorse the content of these advertisements. Your interactions with advertisers are solely between you and them.
11. Changes to Content and Features
We reserve the right to:
- Modify, suspend, or discontinue any part of the Site at any time
- Update or remove content without notice
- Change our review methodology or testing procedures
12. Modifications to Terms
We may update these Terms and Conditions at any time. Changes will be effective when posted on this page with an updated “Effective Date.” Your continued use of the Site after changes constitutes acceptance of the modified terms.
13. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless jonkatz.com and its owner from any claims, damages, losses, or expenses (including legal fees) arising from:
- Your use of the Site
- Your violation of these Terms
- Your violation of any rights of another party
- Content you submit to the Site
14. Governing Law
These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of New York, United States, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.
Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of the Site shall be resolved in the courts of New York.
15. Severability
If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision shall be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary, and the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.
16. Entire Agreement
These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and jonkatz.com regarding your use of the Site.
17. Contact Information
If you have questions about these Terms and Conditions, please contact us here.
Last Updated: January 1, 2025