Terms of Service

Agreement to Terms

By accessing or using the SoakExplorer.com website ("Site"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, you must not access or use the Site. These Terms apply to all visitors, users, and anyone who accesses the Site.

Description of Service

SoakExplorer.com is an online directory of natural hot springs, mineral baths, thermal resorts, and related soaking destinations across the United States. The Site provides informational listings that include business names, locations, descriptions, ratings, contact information, social media links, and categorization data.

The directory is provided as an informational resource. SoakExplorer does not operate, manage, or control any of the hot springs, resorts, or businesses listed in our directory.

Directory Accuracy Disclaimer

While we make every reasonable effort to ensure the accuracy and completeness of our listings, SoakExplorer does not guarantee that any information in the directory is accurate, current, or complete. Listing information, including but not limited to the following, may change without notice:

• Operating hours, seasonal closures, and availability
• Pricing, admission fees, and reservation requirements
• Phone numbers, email addresses, and website URLs
• Amenities, services, and facility descriptions
• Ratings and review scores
• Access conditions, road conditions, and safety information

We strongly recommend that you contact the hot spring or business directly to verify current information before planning your visit. SoakExplorer is not responsible for any inconvenience, loss, or harm resulting from reliance on information in our directory.

Listing Information

Information displayed in our directory is compiled from publicly available sources, official business websites, state tourism boards, geological surveys, and user submissions. Listing data is reviewed and verified by our team, but we cannot guarantee its ongoing accuracy.

If you are the owner or authorized representative of a business listed on SoakExplorer and wish to update, correct, or remove your listing, please contact us at [email protected]. We will make reasonable efforts to process your request within 10 business days.

User Responsibilities

When using the Site, you agree to:

• Use the Site only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms.
• Verify all listing information directly with the hot spring or business before visiting, especially regarding safety conditions, hours of operation, and any entry requirements.
• Assume full personal responsibility for your own safety when visiting any hot spring or thermal destination. Natural hot springs can pose serious health and safety risks, including extreme water temperatures, unstable terrain, and hazardous conditions.
• Not use automated systems, bots, scrapers, or other programmatic means to access, collect, or extract data from the Site without our prior written consent.
• Not attempt to interfere with, disrupt, or compromise the integrity of the Site or its underlying infrastructure.
• Provide accurate and truthful information when submitting contact forms, listing suggestions, or other communications through the Site.

Intellectual Property

The Site and its original content, features, and functionality are owned by SoakExplorer and are protected by United States and international copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. This includes, but is not limited to:

• Website design, layout, and visual elements
• Original text, descriptions, and editorial content
• The SoakExplorer name, logo, and brand identity
• Database compilation and organizational structure
• Software, code, and technical implementations

You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, create derivative works from, publicly display, republish, or exploit any content from the Site without our express written permission. Limited personal, non-commercial use such as viewing and printing individual pages for trip planning is permitted.

Third-Party Links

The Site contains links to third-party websites, including hot spring business websites, social media profiles, review platforms, and external resources. These links are provided for your convenience and informational purposes only.

SoakExplorer does not endorse, control, or assume responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party website. You access third-party sites at your own risk and should review their terms and policies before use.

Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, SoakExplorer and its owners, operators, employees, agents, and affiliates shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including but not limited to:

• Personal injury or property damage resulting from visiting any hot spring or listed business
• Loss of data, revenue, or profits arising from use of the Site
• Errors, inaccuracies, or omissions in directory listings
• Service interruptions, technical failures, or security breaches
• Any conduct or content of third-party businesses listed on the Site

In no event shall our total liability to you for all claims arising from or related to your use of the Site exceed one hundred dollars ($100.00).

Disclaimer of Warranties

The Site is provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis without warranties of any kind, whether express or implied, including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, non-infringement, or course of performance.

SoakExplorer does not warrant that the Site will be uninterrupted, error-free, secure, or free of viruses or other harmful components. We do not warrant the accuracy, reliability, or completeness of any information on the Site.

Indemnification

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless SoakExplorer and its owners, operators, employees, and agents from and against any claims, damages, obligations, losses, liabilities, costs, or expenses arising from your use of the Site, your violation of these Terms, or your violation of any rights of a third party.

Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the United States and the State of Colorado, without regard to conflict of law provisions. Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of the Site shall be resolved in the state or federal courts located in Colorado.

Changes to These Terms

We reserve the right to modify or replace these Terms at any time. When we make material changes, we will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page. Your continued use of the Site after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms. We encourage you to review these Terms periodically.

Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid by a court of competent jurisdiction, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

Contact Us

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

• Email: [email protected]
• Phone: (800) 555-1234
• Contact Form: soakexplorer.com/contact