TERMS OF SERVICE
Tampa Bay Health & Beauty Guide
Last Updated: November 18, 2025
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1. ACCEPTANCE OF TERMS
By accessing, browsing, or using the website tbhealthbeautyguide.com (the "Website"), using our services (the "Services"), or communicating with us via SMS/text messages at (833) 722-7240, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service (the "Terms").
If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use our Website or Services.
These Terms constitute a binding legal agreement between you and Tampa Bay Health & Beauty Guide ("Company," "we," "us," or "our"), operated by Thomas B Parker.
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2. DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES
Tampa Bay Health & Beauty Guide operates a health and beauty guide/media website that:
- Features local health and wellness businesses in the Tampa Bay area
- Provides information about health, beauty, and wellness service providers
- Offers a platform for health and beauty professionals to gain visibility
- Collects contact information from visitors
- Sends appointment confirmations, reminders, and service updates via SMS
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3. USER ELIGIBILITY
- You must be at least 18 years old to use our Website and Services
- If you are between 13 and 18, you may use our Services only with express written consent of your parent or legal guardian
- We do not knowingly allow anyone under 13 to use our Services
You represent and warrant that you have the legal authority to enter into these Terms and are not prohibited by law from receiving our services.
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4. USER ACCOUNTS AND REGISTRATION
When you provide information through our contact form or phone calls, you agree to:
- Provide accurate, complete, and truthful information
- Update your information promptly if it changes
- Not provide false or misleading information
- Not use fake names or impersonate others
You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of account credentials, protecting your phone number and email address, notifying us immediately of any unauthorized use, and all activities that occur using your information.
We may terminate or suspend your access to our Website and Services at any time if we believe you have violated these Terms or engaged in unlawful activity.
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5. SMS/TEXT MESSAGE TERMS
5.1 Opt-In Requirement
You may only receive SMS messages from us if you:
- Have explicitly opted in by checking the consent checkbox on our contact form
- Have provided your phone number
- Have acknowledged that you consent to receive SMS communications
You cannot opt in on behalf of someone else. Each person must provide their own consent.
5.2 Consent Language
By opting in, you consent to receive SMS notifications from Tampa Bay Health & Beauty Guide using the phone number you provide. The consent message states:
"I consent to receive SMS notifications, alerts, and service updates from Tampa Bay Health & Beauty Guide. Message frequency varies. Message and data rates may apply. Text HELP to (833) 722-7240 for assistance. You can reply STOP to unsubscribe at any time."
5.3 Message Frequency
We typically send 1-2 SMS messages per month, though frequency may vary based on your interactions with us.
5.4 Message and Data Rates
- You will not be charged by us for opting in or receiving SMS messages
- Your wireless carrier may charge standard message and data rates for sending and receiving text messages
5.5 Opting Out
You may opt out of receiving SMS messages at any time by:
- Texting "STOP" to (833) 722-7240
- Emailing [email protected]
- Calling (833) 722-7240
- Using our website contact form at tbhealthbeautyguide.com
Opt-out requests are processed immediately. You will receive a confirmation message.
5.6 Help and Support
Text "HELP" to (833) 722-7240 for assistance and information about our SMS program, or contact us directly:
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: (833) 722-7240
- Website: tbhealthbeautyguide.com
5.7 TCPA Compliance
We comply with the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA), 47 U.S.C. § 227, including:
- We obtain express written consent before sending SMS marketing messages
- We maintain "do not call" and "do not text" lists
- We honor opt-out requests within the time period required by law
- We send messages only during reasonable hours (8 AM - 9 PM recipient's local time)
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6. USE OF WEBSITE
6.1 Permitted Uses
You agree to use our Website only for lawful purposes and in a way that does not infringe on the rights of others.
6.2 Prohibited Uses
You agree NOT to:
- Use the Website for illegal purposes or in violation of any laws
- Transmit viruses, malware, or harmful code
- Engage in harassment, threats, or abusive behavior
- Post defamatory, obscene, or offensive content
- Spam or send unsolicited messages
- Impersonate others or provide false information
- Scrape, crawl, or automatically download Website content without permission
- Interfere with Website functionality or security
- Attempt to hack or gain unauthorized access to systems
6.3 Consequences of Violation
If you violate these Terms, we may suspend or terminate your access, remove your information, report illegal activity to law enforcement, pursue legal action, or claim damages.
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7. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS
All content, materials, software, and code on our Website are the exclusive property of Tampa Bay Health & Beauty Guide and are protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.
We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and view the Website for personal, non-commercial purposes. You may NOT copy, modify, or distribute our content without permission.
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8. DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES
Our Website and Services are provided "AS IS" and "AS AVAILABLE" without any warranties or representations, express or implied.
We make no warranty that the Website or Services will be uninterrupted, error-free, secure, or free from viruses, or that the information on our Website is accurate or complete.
We disclaim all implied warranties, including warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, title, and non-infringement.
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9. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
In no event shall Tampa Bay Health & Beauty Guide, Thomas B Parker, or any affiliated parties be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including loss of profits, revenue, data, or business opportunities.
Our total liability to you for any claim arising from these Terms or your use of the Website and Services shall not exceed $100.
We are not responsible for third-party websites, featured businesses, or disputes between you and third parties.
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10. INDEMNIFICATION
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Tampa Bay Health & Beauty Guide, Thomas B Parker, and our officers, employees, and agents from any claims, demands, or damages arising from your use of the Website or Services, your violation of these Terms, your violation of any law, your infringement of third-party rights, or any content you submit.
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11. THIRD-PARTY LINKS AND SERVICES
Our Website may contain links to third-party websites, including featured health and beauty businesses. We do not control, endorse, or guarantee third-party websites. We are not responsible for their content, privacy practices, services, or transactions.
Your use of third-party websites is at your own risk and subject to their terms and conditions.
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12. PRIVACY AND DATA PROTECTION
Your use of our Website and Services is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference.
Please review our Privacy Policy at tbhealthbeautyguide.com to understand our practices regarding information collection, use, sharing, and your privacy rights.
We implement reasonable security measures to protect your information, but cannot guarantee 100% security. You use our Website and Services at your own risk.
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13. PAYMENT AND BILLING
Using our Website and Services is free. We do not charge you for accessing the Website, submitting contact forms, or receiving SMS messages from us.
Your wireless carrier may charge standard message and data rates for SMS messages. Check your wireless plan for details.
If you use third-party services linked from our Website or featured businesses, any fees or charges are the responsibility of you and the third party.
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14. MODIFICATION OF TERMS
We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time without prior notice.
Material changes to these Terms will be announced by email to your registered email address, SMS to your registered phone number, or notice posted on our Website.
Your continued use of the Website and Services after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the modified Terms.
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15. TERMINATION
You may terminate these Terms and stop using our Website and Services at any time by closing your account, stopping contact with us, opting out of SMS messages, or contacting us to request account deletion.
We may terminate these Terms and your access to our Website and Services at any time, in our sole discretion, if you violate these Terms, engage in illegal activity, or for security or legal reasons.
The following provisions survive termination: Limitations of Liability, Indemnification, Intellectual Property Rights, Dispute Resolution, and Governing Law.
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16. DISPUTE RESOLUTION
Before initiating any formal legal action, we encourage you to contact us to resolve disputes informally:
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: (833) 722-7240
- Address: 8051 Ponkan Road, Land O' Lakes, FL 34637
Any dispute, claim, or controversy arising from these Terms, the Website, or Services shall be resolved by binding arbitration, except as provided below.
Arbitration will be conducted by a single arbitrator following the American Arbitration Association (AAA) Commercial Arbitration Rules. The arbitration will take place in Pasco County, Florida.
Exceptions to arbitration: Claims for injunctive or equitable relief, intellectual property infringement, or small claims court proceedings.
You and Tampa Bay Health & Beauty Guide agree that arbitration will be conducted on an individual basis. You waive the right to participate in any class action lawsuit against us.
You must bring any claim within one (1) year of when the claim arises, or it will be barred.
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17. GOVERNING LAW
These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Florida, without regard to its conflict of law principles.
All legal proceedings shall be conducted in or transferred to the courts located in Pasco County, Florida, and you consent to the exclusive jurisdiction of these courts.
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18. CONTACT INFORMATION
For questions or concerns about these Terms of Service, please contact us:
Tampa Bay Health & Beauty Guide
Operated by: Thomas B Parker
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (833) 722-7240
Website: tbhealthbeautyguide.com
Mailing Address: 8051 Ponkan Road, Land O' Lakes, FL 34637
We will respond to your inquiries within 30 business days.
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19. A2P SMS COMPLIANCE STATEMENT
Tampa Bay Health & Beauty Guide acknowledges and agrees to comply with all A2P (Application-to-Person) SMS regulatory requirements, including:
- Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA): 47 U.S.C. § 227
- Carrier SMS Delivery Rules: All major U.S. wireless carriers
- Go High Level Platform Standards: All SMS sent through Go High Level complies with platform requirements
- Federal Regulations: All FCC and FTC requirements for SMS messaging
- Florida State Laws: All Florida telecommunications and privacy laws
Compliance includes:
- Obtaining express written consent before sending SMS marketing messages
- Providing clear opt-out instructions in every message
- Providing customer support options (HELP command)
- Honoring opt-out requests immediately
- Not sharing SMS subscriber data with unauthorized third parties
- Maintaining detailed records of consumer consent
- Limiting message frequency to reasonable levels
- Using only authorized phone numbers (certified toll-free)
- Adhering to quiet hours (8 AM - 9 PM recipient's local time)
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