Terms of Service
Last updated: January 2025
No Official Affiliation
Newport Folk Discovery is an independent music discovery platform and is NOT affiliated with, endorsed by, or connected to the Newport Folk Festival, its organizers, sponsors, or any of the artists featured. This is a fan-created platform for music discovery purposes only.
1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing and using Newport Folk Discovery, you accept and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use our service.
2. Service Description
Newport Folk Discovery is a music discovery platform that helps users explore artists and music. Our service includes:
- Artist discovery and information aggregation
- Music streaming integration with third-party services
- Personalized music recommendations
- Playlist creation and management tools
All artist information, performance schedules, and music data are sourced from publicly available databases and third-party APIs including Spotify, Last.fm, and other music services.
3. Data Sources and Accuracy
Our platform aggregates information from various publicly available sources:
- Spotify API for music streaming and artist data
- Last.fm API for additional music metadata
- Publicly available festival schedules and artist information
- Other music database APIs and services
We do not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of any information provided. Performance schedules, artist information, and availability are subject to change without notice.
4. User Accounts and Responsibilities
When you create an account, you agree to:
- Provide accurate and current information
- Maintain the security of your account credentials
- Not share your account with others
- Use the service only for lawful purposes
- Not attempt to interfere with or disrupt the service
5. Third-Party Services
Our service integrates with third-party platforms like Spotify. Your use of these integrations is subject to their respective terms of service and privacy policies. We are not responsible for the practices or policies of these third-party services.
6. Intellectual Property
All music, artist names, images, and related content belong to their respective owners. We do not claim ownership of any copyrighted material. Our service provides access to publicly available information and integrates with licensed music streaming services.
The Newport Folk Discovery platform design, code, and original content are our intellectual property.
7. Disclaimers
IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS:
- We are NOT affiliated with the Newport Folk Festival or its organizers
- We do NOT represent or speak for any artists featured on the platform
- We do NOT guarantee the accuracy of performance schedules or artist information
- We do NOT provide official ticket sales or festival information
- The service is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind
8. Limitation of Liability
We shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages resulting from your use of the service. This includes damages for loss of profits, goodwill, use, data, or other intangible losses.
9. Privacy
Your privacy is important to us. Please review our Privacy Policy to understand how we collect, use, and protect your information.
10. Modifications
We reserve the right to modify these terms at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting. Your continued use of the service after changes constitutes acceptance of the new terms.
11. Termination
We may terminate or suspend your account and access to the service immediately, without prior notice, for any reason, including violation of these terms.
12. Contact Information
For questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us through the platform.