Terms & Conditions

Welcome to Smart Choice Directory ("Company," "we," "our," or "us"). By accessing or using https://smartchoicedirectory.com, including all listings, advertising services, promotions, and related features, you agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms & Conditions. Please read them carefully before using our platform.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using this website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to these Terms & Conditions and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with any part of these terms, you must discontinue use of the platform immediately.

2. Description of Services

Smart Choice Directory provides an online business directory designed to help users discover local businesses, service providers, restaurants, stores, contractors, entertainment venues, and professional services throughout the United States.

Services may include:

• Business directory listings
• Online advertising services
• Promotional marketing tools
• Customer reviews and ratings
• Search and discovery tools
• Business profile management
• Social media promotional support

We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any service at any time without prior notice.

3. User Responsibilities

By using our platform, you agree to:

• Provide accurate, current, and complete information
• Maintain the security of your account credentials
• Use the website only for lawful purposes
• Avoid posting false, misleading, abusive, or defamatory content
• Respect the rights and privacy of other users and businesses
• Avoid transmitting malicious software, spam, or unauthorized advertisements

Any misuse of the platform may result in immediate suspension or termination of your account.

4. Business Listings

Businesses and service providers are solely responsible for the accuracy and legality of their listings, advertisements, descriptions, pricing, contact information, and services offered.

We do not guarantee the quality of listed services, the legality of business operations, the accuracy of business claims, or customer satisfaction with listed businesses. Users engage with listed businesses at their own discretion and risk.

5. Pricing and Advertising Packages

Advertising and listing prices are subject to change at any time without notice.

Current pricing may include:

• One-time setup fees
• Monthly advertising plans
• Annual advertising plans
• Promotional campaign fees
• Featured placement upgrades

Unless otherwise stated in writing, pricing applies to a single business location only. Separate locations may require separate listings and service packages.

6. Setup Fees and Listing Services

A one-time setup fee may apply for the creation, optimization, and publication of business listings.

Setup services may include business profile creation, SEO optimization, uploading images and media, business category configuration, contact integration, and social media integration. All setup fees are non-refundable once work has begun.

7. Payments, Billing, and Refunds

Invoices may be delivered via email, SMS, or secure electronic systems.

By purchasing any service from us, you agree that payments must be made according to invoice terms. Late payments may result in suspension of services, outstanding balances may be referred to collections, reinstatement fees may apply, and all payments are non-refundable unless otherwise stated in writing.

Failure to make timely payments may result in interruption or termination of advertising services.

8. Reviews and Ratings

Users may submit reviews and ratings based on personal experiences. We reserve the right to moderate reviews, remove fake or misleading reviews, remove abusive or offensive content, and suspend accounts involved in review manipulation.

We do not guarantee the accuracy of user-generated reviews.

9. Intellectual Property

All content on this platform, including logos, graphics, website design, software, text, images, videos, and branding materials, is owned by or licensed to Smart Choice Directory and protected by applicable intellectual property laws.

No content may be copied, reproduced, distributed, or modified without prior written consent.

10. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Smart Choice Directory shall not be liable for direct or indirect damages, loss of revenue or profits, business interruption, loss of data, customer disputes, errors or inaccuracies in listings, or service interruptions.

Your use of the platform is at your sole risk.

11. Professional Conduct and Abuse Policy

We are committed to maintaining a respectful and professional environment. Any form of abuse directed toward our staff, contractors, or platform — including verbal abuse, harassment, threats, discriminatory remarks, abusive text messages, emails, phone calls, or social media conduct — is strictly prohibited.

Violations may result in immediate account suspension, permanent removal from the platform, cancellation of services, or legal action when applicable.

12. Star Rating and Performance System

We may implement internal or public rating systems to evaluate business performance and service quality. Factors may include customer feedback, responsiveness, reliability, professionalism, payment compliance, appointment attendance, and service quality standards.

Businesses that repeatedly fail to comply with platform standards may face reduced visibility, temporary suspension, or permanent removal from the platform. We reserve the right to modify rating criteria at any time.

13. Suspension and Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate access to the platform without prior notice if a user or business violates these Terms & Conditions, engages in fraudulent activity, fails to make required payments, misuses the platform, harasses employees or users, or violates applicable laws.

Termination may result in permanent removal of listings and account data.

14. Changes to Terms

We may update or modify these Terms & Conditions at any time. Changes become effective immediately upon posting. Continued use of the platform after updates constitutes acceptance of the revised terms.

15. Governing Law

These Terms & Conditions shall be governed by and interpreted under the applicable state and federal laws of the United States. Any disputes arising from the use of this platform shall be resolved in the appropriate courts within the applicable jurisdiction.

16. Contact Information

17. Entire Agreement

These Terms & Conditions constitute the entire agreement between users and Smart Choice Directory regarding use of the platform and supersede any prior agreements or understandings.

18. Severability

If any provision of these Terms & Conditions is found unenforceable or invalid, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

19. Disclaimer

Smart Choice Directory does not guarantee uninterrupted access to the website or services and is not responsible for technical issues, third-party service failures, or unforeseen interruptions.

All services are provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis without warranties of any kind.

20. Consent

By continuing to use this website and our services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to these Terms & Conditions.