Terms of Service

Effective Date: October 8, 2025
Last Updated: October 8, 2025

1. Agreement to Terms

Welcome to AnthonyBahn.com (the "Site," "we," "us," or "our"). These Terms of Service ("Terms," "Terms of Service," or "Agreement") govern your access to and use of www.anthonybahn.com, including any content, functionality, and services offered on or through the Site.

By accessing or using the Site, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to these Terms, you must not access or use the Site.

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will notify users of any material changes by posting a notice on the Site or by sending an email to registered users. Your continued use of the Site after such modifications constitutes your acceptance of the updated Terms.

These Terms apply to all visitors, users, and others who access or use the Site.

2. Description of Service

AnthonyBahn.com is a technology review and information website that provides:

  • Product Reviews: In-depth reviews of technology products including VPNs, smart home devices, gadgets, and other tech products
  • Educational Content: Guides, tutorials, and informational articles about technology
  • News and Commentary: Updates and analysis of technology trends and developments
  • Newsletter Services: Optional email subscriptions for updates and new content
  • User Interaction: Ability to comment on articles and interact with content (subject to moderation)

The Site is intended for informational and educational purposes only. We do not manufacture, sell, or directly provide technical support for any products reviewed on the Site.

3. Eligibility and Account Registration

Age Requirements

You must be at least 13 years of age to use this Site. If you are between 13 and 18 years of age (or the age of legal majority in your jurisdiction), you may only use the Site under the supervision of a parent or legal guardian who agrees to be bound by these Terms.

By using the Site, you represent and warrant that you meet these age requirements.

Account Creation

Currently, the Site does not require account registration for basic use. However, if we implement user accounts in the future:

  • You agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information during registration
  • You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials
  • You are responsible for all activities that occur under your account
  • You agree to notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account
  • We reserve the right to disable any account at any time for any reason

4. User Responsibilities and Acceptable Use

Your Responsibilities

When using the Site, you agree to:

  • Comply with all applicable laws and regulations
  • Use the Site only for lawful purposes
  • Respect the intellectual property rights of others
  • Provide accurate information when subscribing to newsletters or submitting comments
  • Not attempt to gain unauthorized access to any portion of the Site or any systems or networks connected to the Site

Prohibited Activities

You agree NOT to:

Illegal or Harmful Activities:

  • Use the Site for any illegal purpose or in violation of any local, state, national, or international law
  • Post or transmit any content that is unlawful, threatening, abusive, harassing, defamatory, libelous, deceptive, fraudulent, invasive of another's privacy, tortious, obscene, offensive, or profane
  • Engage in any activity that could harm minors in any way
  • Impersonate any person or entity or falsely state or misrepresent your affiliation with a person or entity

Technical Restrictions:

  • Attempt to interfere with, compromise, or disrupt the integrity or performance of the Site, its servers, or networks
  • Use any robot, spider, scraper, or other automated means to access the Site for any purpose without our express written permission
  • Reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble any software or technology on the Site
  • Attempt to circumvent any content filtering techniques we employ or access areas of the Site you are not authorized to access
  • Use the Site to distribute viruses, malware, or other malicious code

Content and Communication Violations:

  • Post spam, advertising, or promotional material without our permission
  • Harvest or collect email addresses or other contact information from the Site
  • Use the Site to transmit unsolicited communications, promotions, or advertisements
  • Post content that infringes any patent, trademark, trade secret, copyright, or other intellectual property rights
  • Post content that violates any third party's rights of privacy or publicity

Commercial Misuse:

  • Use the Site for any commercial purpose without our written authorization
  • Resell, redistribute, or create derivative works from our content without permission
  • Frame or mirror any part of the Site without our prior written authorization

Violation of these terms may result in immediate termination of your access to the Site and may expose you to civil and/or criminal liability.

5. Intellectual Property Rights

Our Content Ownership

All content on the Site, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, audio clips, video clips, data compilations, software, and the overall design and functionality of the Site (collectively, "Content"), is owned by Anthony Bahn or licensed to us and is protected by United States and international copyright, trademark, patent, trade secret, and other intellectual property laws.

Trademarks: "Anthony Bahn" and other marks, logos, and service marks displayed on the Site are our registered or unregistered trademarks. You may not use these marks without our prior written consent.

Limited License to Users

Subject to your compliance with these Terms, we grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, non-sublicensable, revocable license to:

  • Access and use the Site for personal, non-commercial purposes
  • View and read the Content on the Site
  • Print or download individual articles for personal, non-commercial use

This license does not include any right to:

  • Modify, copy, distribute, transmit, display, perform, reproduce, publish, license, create derivative works from, transfer, or sell any Content
  • Use any Content for commercial purposes or for public display
  • Remove any copyright or other proprietary notices from the Content
  • Use automated systems or software to extract data from the Site (scraping)

DMCA Compliance

We respect the intellectual property rights of others and expect our users to do the same. If you believe that content on our Site infringes your copyright, please send a written notice to our designated copyright agent containing:

  • A physical or electronic signature of the copyright owner or person authorized to act on their behalf
  • Identification of the copyrighted work claimed to have been infringed
  • Identification of the allegedly infringing material and information sufficient to locate it on the Site
  • Your contact information, including address, telephone number, and email
  • A statement that you have a good faith belief that use of the material is not authorized by the copyright owner
  • A statement that the information in the notification is accurate and, under penalty of perjury, that you are authorized to act on behalf of the copyright owner

Copyright Agent Contact:
Email: me@anthonybahn.com

We will respond to valid DMCA takedown notices in accordance with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act. We may terminate accounts of repeat infringers.

6. User-Generated Content

Comments and Submissions

Certain areas of the Site may allow you to post comments, feedback, questions, or other content ("User Content"). By posting User Content, you represent and warrant that:

  • You own or have the necessary rights to post the User Content
  • The User Content does not violate any third party's rights, including intellectual property, privacy, or publicity rights
  • The User Content complies with these Terms and applicable laws
  • You are at least 13 years of age

License Grant from Users

By posting User Content on the Site, you grant us a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual, irrevocable, transferable, sublicensable license to use, reproduce, modify, adapt, publish, translate, create derivative works from, distribute, display, and otherwise exploit such User Content in any form, medium, or technology now known or later developed.

This means we may use your comments, feedback, or suggestions without compensation to you, and we may share or republish your User Content across our platforms or in promotional materials.

Content Moderation

We reserve the right, but have no obligation, to:

  • Monitor, review, edit, or remove any User Content
  • Reject or remove User Content that violates these Terms or is otherwise objectionable
  • Terminate or suspend your access to commenting features for violations
  • Disclose User Content and circumstances surrounding its transmission to comply with legal requirements

We do not endorse any User Content or opinions expressed by users. User Content does not reflect our views or opinions.

No Obligation to Monitor

We are not obligated to monitor User Content, but we reserve the right to do so. We will not be liable for any User Content or for any loss or damage resulting from User Content.

Affiliate Relationships

Important Disclosure: The Site contains affiliate links to products and services. This means that if you click on certain links and make a purchase, we may receive a commission at no additional cost to you.

Products We Review: We maintain editorial independence and provide honest reviews regardless of affiliate relationships. We only recommend products and services we genuinely believe offer value. However, we may earn commissions from products we review.

Your Support: Using affiliate links helps support the Site and allows us to continue providing free content. We appreciate your support when you make purchases through our links.

No Additional Cost: Affiliate commissions do not increase the price you pay for products. Prices are the same whether you use our links or go directly to the merchant.

Transparency: We strive to clearly identify affiliate links, though not all links may be explicitly labeled. Assume that any product link may be an affiliate link.

Advertising

We may display advertisements on the Site, either directly or through third-party advertising networks. These advertisements may be targeted based on the content you're viewing or your browsing behavior.

Third-Party Advertisers: We are not responsible for the content of advertisements or the practices of third-party advertisers. Your interaction with advertisements is governed by the advertiser's terms and privacy policies.

Ad Blockers: While you may use ad blockers, please understand that advertising and affiliate commissions help support the Site and keep our content free.

8. Disclaimers and Warranties

No Warranties

THE SITE AND ALL CONTENT ARE PROVIDED ON AN "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" BASIS WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED.

TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMISSIBLE UNDER APPLICABLE LAW, WE DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

  • Implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement
  • Warranties that the Site will be uninterrupted, timely, secure, or error-free
  • Warranties regarding the accuracy, reliability, or completeness of the Content
  • Warranties that defects will be corrected or that the Site is free of viruses or harmful components

Information and Reviews

Information Accuracy: While we strive to provide accurate and up-to-date information, we make no representations or warranties about the accuracy, completeness, or suitability of any information, products, or services reviewed or discussed on the Site.

Product Reviews: Our reviews represent our opinions based on our testing and research at the time of publication. Product features, specifications, and prices may change without notice. Always verify information directly with manufacturers or retailers before making purchasing decisions.

Technology Changes: Technology evolves rapidly. Information that was accurate when published may become outdated. We are not obligated to update past content to reflect current information.

Not Professional Advice: The Content on the Site is for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional, technical, legal, financial, or other advice. You should not rely solely on information from the Site when making decisions.

Third-Party Content

We are not responsible for third-party content, including:

  • Comments posted by users
  • Content on linked third-party websites
  • Information provided by product manufacturers
  • Claims made by advertisers

No Endorsement

Mention of specific products, services, companies, or organizations does not constitute endorsement unless explicitly stated. Similarly, absence of mention does not constitute disapproval.

9. Limitation of Liability

TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, ANTHONY BAHN AND ITS OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, AGENTS, AFFILIATES, AND LICENSORS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR:

Direct Damages

Any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from or related to:

  • Your access to or use of (or inability to access or use) the Site
  • Any Content on the Site
  • User Content or conduct on the Site
  • Any products or services purchased based on information from the Site

Indirect Damages

Including but not limited to:

  • Loss of profits, revenue, data, or business opportunities
  • Personal injury or property damage
  • Cost of substitute goods or services
  • Loss of reputation or goodwill
  • Emotional distress

Circumstances

These limitations apply whether the alleged liability is based on:

  • Contract, tort, negligence, strict liability, warranty, or any other legal theory
  • Whether or not we were advised of the possibility of such damages
  • Even if a remedy fails of its essential purpose

Maximum Liability

IF WE ARE FOUND LIABLE FOR ANY CLAIM, OUR TOTAL LIABILITY SHALL NOT EXCEED THE GREATER OF:

  • $100 USD, OR
  • The amount you paid us (if any) in the 12 months preceding the claim

Exceptions

Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of certain warranties or liabilities. In such jurisdictions, our liability will be limited to the maximum extent permitted by law.

Risk Assumption

You acknowledge and agree that you use the Site at your own risk. You are solely responsible for:

  • Any decisions you make based on information from the Site
  • Any purchases you make through affiliate links
  • Your interactions with other users
  • Protecting your devices from viruses or malicious code
  • Backing up any content you post on the Site

10. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Anthony Bahn, and our officers, directors, employees, agents, affiliates, licensors, and service providers from and against any and all claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, expenses, or fees (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising from or related to:

  • Your use of or inability to use the Site
  • Your violation of these Terms
  • Your violation of any rights of another person or entity
  • Your User Content or any content you post on the Site
  • Your violation of any applicable laws or regulations
  • Any claim that your User Content caused damage to a third party

We reserve the right to assume the exclusive defense and control of any matter subject to indemnification by you, in which case you agree to cooperate with our defense of such claim.

This indemnification obligation will survive the termination of these Terms and your use of the Site.

The Site contains links to third-party websites, products, and services that are not owned or controlled by us. These links are provided for your convenience and do not constitute endorsement.

We have no control over and assume no responsibility for:

  • The content, privacy policies, or practices of third-party websites
  • The accuracy or reliability of information on third-party sites
  • Products or services offered by third parties
  • Your interactions with third-party websites

You acknowledge and agree that:

  • We are not liable for any loss or damage caused by third-party websites
  • Your use of third-party websites is at your own risk
  • You should review the terms and privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit

Third-Party Services

We may use third-party services for various purposes including:

  • Analytics and site statistics
  • Email delivery and newsletter management
  • Payment processing (if applicable)
  • Advertising and marketing
  • Content delivery networks

These third-party services may collect information about your use of the Site in accordance with their own privacy policies. We are not responsible for the practices of these third-party services.

Social Media

The Site may include social media features such as share buttons or embedded content from platforms like Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, or Instagram. These features may collect information about you and may set cookies. Your interactions with social media features are governed by the privacy policies of the respective platforms.

12. Termination and Suspension

Our Right to Terminate

We reserve the right, in our sole discretion, to:

  • Terminate or suspend your access to the Site immediately, without prior notice or liability, for any reason, including but not limited to:
    • Violation of these Terms
    • Engaging in prohibited activities
    • Providing false or misleading information
    • Behavior that is harmful to other users, us, or third parties
    • For any reason or no reason at all
  • Remove any User Content from the Site at any time without notice
  • Refuse service to anyone for any reason at any time

Effect of Termination

Upon termination:

  • Your right to use the Site will immediately cease
  • We may delete your User Content from the Site
  • You remain liable for any obligations incurred prior to termination
  • Provisions of these Terms that by their nature should survive termination will survive, including intellectual property provisions, disclaimers, indemnification, and limitations of liability

Your Right to Discontinue Use

You may discontinue using the Site at any time. If you wish to unsubscribe from our newsletter, you may do so by clicking the "unsubscribe" link in any email or by contacting us.

13. Dispute Resolution and Governing Law

Governing Law

These Terms and your use of the Site shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Texas and the United States, without regard to conflict of law provisions.

Jurisdiction and Venue

You agree that any legal action or proceeding arising out of or related to these Terms or the Site shall be brought exclusively in the federal or state courts located in Harris County, Texas. You consent to the personal jurisdiction of these courts and waive any objection to venue in these courts.

Informal Resolution

Before filing any formal legal action, you agree to first contact us at me@anthonybahn.com to attempt to resolve the dispute informally. We commit to working in good faith to resolve disputes before resorting to formal legal proceedings.

Arbitration Agreement (Optional)

[Note: You may choose to include binding arbitration. Here's sample language if desired:]

Any dispute, claim, or controversy arising out of or relating to these Terms or the Site shall be settled by binding arbitration administered by the American Arbitration Association (AAA) in accordance with its Commercial Arbitration Rules. The arbitration shall take place in Houston, Texas, and judgment on the arbitration award may be entered in any court having jurisdiction.

Exception: Either party may seek injunctive or equitable relief in court for disputes involving intellectual property or unauthorized access to the Site.

Class Action Waiver: You agree to bring disputes in your individual capacity only and not as a member of any class or representative action. You waive your right to participate in a class action lawsuit or class-wide arbitration.

Limitation on Time to File Claims

Any cause of action or claim you may have arising out of or relating to these Terms or the Site must be commenced within one (1) year after the cause of action accrues. Otherwise, such cause of action or claim is permanently barred.

14. Changes to the Site and Terms

Modifications to the Site

We reserve the right to:

  • Modify, suspend, or discontinue the Site (or any part thereof) at any time, with or without notice
  • Change the Content, features, or functionality of the Site
  • Impose limits on certain features or restrict access to parts or all of the Site

We will not be liable to you or any third party for any modification, suspension, or discontinuance of the Site.

Changes to Terms

We may revise these Terms at any time by:

  • Posting updated Terms on the Site
  • Updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page
  • Sending email notifications to subscribers (for material changes)
  • Displaying a prominent notice on the Site

Material changes will take effect 30 days after posting or notification. Non-material changes take effect immediately upon posting.

Your continued use of the Site after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms. If you do not agree to the new Terms, you must stop using the Site.

We encourage you to review these Terms periodically to stay informed of updates.

15. Miscellaneous Provisions

Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and any other legal notices or agreements published on the Site, constitute the entire agreement between you and us regarding your use of the Site and supersede all prior agreements and understandings.

Waiver

Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms will not be deemed a waiver of such right or provision. Any waiver must be in writing and signed by us.

Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unlawful, void, or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, that provision shall be deemed severable and shall not affect the validity and enforceability of the remaining provisions.

Assignment

You may not assign or transfer these Terms or your rights and obligations under these Terms without our prior written consent. We may assign these Terms to any successor in interest or to any affiliate without restriction. Any attempted assignment in violation of this provision is void.

No Third-Party Beneficiaries

These Terms do not and are not intended to confer any rights or remedies upon any person other than you and us.

Force Majeure

We shall not be liable for any failure or delay in performance under these Terms due to causes beyond our reasonable control, including but not limited to acts of God, war, riot, terrorism, labor disputes, natural disasters, government actions, internet failures, or telecommunications failures.

Headings

The section headings in these Terms are for convenience only and have no legal or contractual effect.

Language

These Terms are prepared in English, which is the controlling language. Any translation is provided for convenience only.

Electronic Communications

By using the Site, you consent to receive electronic communications from us. These electronic communications may include notices about applicable fees and charges, transactional information, and other information concerning the Site. You agree that any notices, agreements, disclosures, or other communications that we send to you electronically satisfy any legal communication requirements, including that such communications be in writing.

Contact Information

All correspondence with us should be sent to the contact information provided in the Contact Us section below.

16. Specific Use Cases and Additional Terms

Newsletter Subscriptions

If you subscribe to our newsletter:

  • You consent to receive periodic emails with updates, articles, and promotional content
  • You can unsubscribe at any time using the link in any email
  • We will not share your email address with third parties except as described in our Privacy Policy
  • Newsletter content is subject to the same disclaimers and limitations as Site content

Product Reviews and Recommendations

When we review or recommend products:

  • Reviews are based on our testing, research, and opinions at the time of publication
  • We may receive affiliate commissions on purchases made through our links
  • Product specifications, features, and prices may change without notice
  • You should conduct your own research before making purchasing decisions
  • We are not responsible for your satisfaction with products you purchase

Comments and Community Guidelines

When posting comments:

  • Be respectful and courteous to others
  • Stay on topic and contribute meaningfully to discussions
  • Do not post spam, advertisements, or self-promotional content
  • Do not share personal information about yourself or others
  • Report inappropriate content to us for review
  • We reserve the right to remove comments and ban users who violate these guidelines

17. Security and Data Protection

Account Security

If we implement user accounts:

  • You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your password
  • You agree to notify us immediately of any unauthorized access to your account
  • We are not liable for losses arising from unauthorized use of your account
  • Use strong, unique passwords and enable two-factor authentication if available

Data Security

While we implement reasonable security measures to protect your information:

  • We cannot guarantee absolute security of data transmitted over the internet
  • You acknowledge that any information you transmit is at your own risk
  • We are not responsible for circumvention of any security measures
  • See our Privacy Policy for detailed information about data protection

Reporting Security Vulnerabilities

If you discover a security vulnerability on the Site:

  • Please report it to us immediately at me@anthonybahn.com
  • Provide detailed information to help us address the issue
  • Do not exploit the vulnerability or share it publicly before we have a chance to fix it
  • We appreciate responsible disclosure and will acknowledge your contribution

18. Accessibility

We strive to make the Site accessible to all users, including those with disabilities. If you experience accessibility issues or have suggestions for improvement, please contact us at me@anthonybahn.com.

We are committed to:

  • Following web accessibility best practices
  • Providing alternative text for images where appropriate
  • Ensuring keyboard navigation functionality
  • Maintaining readable font sizes and color contrast

However, we do not warrant that the Site will be accessible to all users or compatible with all assistive technologies.

19. International Users

The Site is controlled and operated from the United States. We make no representation that the Content is appropriate or available for use in other locations.

If you access the Site from outside the United States:

  • You do so at your own risk and are responsible for compliance with local laws
  • You consent to the transfer and processing of your data in the United States
  • Different countries have different laws regarding online content and e-commerce
  • We make no claims that the Site or any Content is accessible or appropriate outside the United States

20. Contact Information

If you have questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us:

Email: me@anthonybahn.com

Website: www.anthonybahn.com

Response Time: We will respond to inquiries within a reasonable timeframe, typically within 5-7 business days.

21. Acknowledgment and Acceptance

By using the Site, you acknowledge that:

  • You have read and understood these Terms of Service
  • You have read and understood our Privacy Policy
  • You agree to be bound by these Terms and the Privacy Policy
  • You are legally able to enter into this binding agreement
  • You will use the Site in accordance with these Terms and applicable laws

If you do not agree to these Terms, you must immediately discontinue use of the Site.

Last Updated: October 8, 2025

Thank you for taking the time to review our Terms of Service. We are committed to providing valuable technology reviews and information while respecting your rights and maintaining a safe, lawful online environment.

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Quick Reference Summary

Key Points:

  • You must be 13+ to use the Site
  • Content is for informational purposes only
  • We use affiliate links and may earn commissions
  • All content is protected by intellectual property rights
  • The Site is provided "as is" without warranties
  • We are not liable for decisions you make based on our content
  • You are responsible for your User Content
  • Disputes are governed by Texas law
  • We can modify these Terms at any time

Your Rights:

  • Use the Site for personal, non-commercial purposes
  • Post comments (subject to moderation)
  • Subscribe to newsletters (and unsubscribe anytime)
  • Request information about your data

Your Responsibilities:

  • Comply with these Terms and applicable laws
  • Respect intellectual property rights
  • Use the Site responsibly and ethically
  • Not engage in prohibited activities

Contact: me@anthonybahn.com for questions or concerns

These Terms of Service are designed to protect both users and the Site operator. They should be reviewed by legal counsel to ensure compliance with applicable laws in your jurisdiction. This document is provided as a comprehensive template and may need customization based on specific business practices and legal requirements.