Terms of Use

Effective Date: January 18, 2026

Welcome to Exotic Pet Atlas. By accessing or using our website at exoticpetatlas.com (the "Site"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use the Site.

1. Acceptance of Terms

These Terms constitute a legal agreement between you and Exotic Pet Atlas. By using the Site, you represent that you are at least 18 years old and have the legal capacity to enter into this agreement.

2. Use of the Site

Permitted Use

You may use the Site for:

• Personal, non-commercial information gathering about exotic pet care
• Research on exotic pet laws and regulations
• Finding exotic animal veterinarians and breeders
• Reading setup guides and care recommendations

Prohibited Uses

You agree NOT to:

• Copy, reproduce, or distribute Site content without permission
• Use automated tools (bots, scrapers) to access the Site
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the Site
• Upload malicious code, viruses, or harmful content
• Impersonate any person or entity
• Use the Site for any illegal purpose
• Harass, threaten, or harm others

3. Intellectual Property

All content on this Site, including text, graphics, logos, images, and software, is the property of Exotic Pet Atlas or its content suppliers and is protected by United States and international copyright laws.

Limited License: You may view, print, and download portions of the Site for personal, non-commercial use only. Any other use requires prior written permission.

Trademarks: "Exotic Pet Atlas" and our logo are trademarks. Unauthorized use is prohibited.

4. User-Generated Content

If you submit content through contact forms, comments, or feedback ("User Content"), you grant us a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, and display that content for Site operation and improvement.

You represent that your User Content does not violate any third-party rights and complies with all applicable laws.

5. Third-Party Links and Services

The Site may contain links to third-party websites, veterinary clinics, breeders, or product sellers. We do not control or endorse these third parties and are not responsible for:

• Accuracy of third-party information
• Quality of products or services
• Third-party privacy practices
• Any damages resulting from third-party interactions

Veterinary clinic and breeder listings are for informational purposes only and do not constitute endorsements.

6. Affiliate Disclosure

Exotic Pet Atlas participates in affiliate marketing programs, including Amazon Associates. We may earn commissions from qualifying purchases made through affiliate links at no additional cost to you. Affiliate relationships do not influence our editorial content or recommendations.

7. Disclaimers

No Professional Relationship

Use of this Site does not create a veterinarian-client relationship, attorney-client relationship, or any professional advisory relationship. Always consult licensed professionals for:

• Medical advice: Consult a licensed exotic animal veterinarian
• Legal advice: Consult an attorney or local authorities
• Specific care questions: Consult qualified exotic animal specialists

8. Limitation of Liability

TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW:

Exotic Pet Atlas, its owners, employees, and affiliates SHALL NOT BE LIABLE for any damages arising from:

• Use or inability to use the Site
• Reliance on Site content
• Errors, inaccuracies, or omissions in content
• Unauthorized access to or alteration of your data
• Third-party conduct or content
• Any other matter relating to the Site

This includes direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages, even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages.

9. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Exotic Pet Atlas from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, and expenses (including attorney fees) arising from:

• Your use of the Site
• Your violation of these Terms
• Your violation of any rights of another party
• User Content you submit

10. Changes to the Site and Terms

We reserve the right to:

• Modify, suspend, or discontinue the Site at any time
• Update these Terms without prior notice
• Refuse service to anyone for any reason

Continued use of the Site after changes constitutes acceptance of modified Terms. Check this page regularly for updates.

11. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms are governed by the laws of the United States and the State of [Your State], without regard to conflict of law principles. Any disputes shall be resolved exclusively in the courts of [Your State/County].

12. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision will be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary, and the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.

13. Entire Agreement

These Terms, along with our Privacy Policy and Disclaimer, constitute the entire agreement between you and Exotic Pet Atlas regarding use of the Site.