Terms of Use
Effective Date: January 1, 2026 | Last Updated: June 10, 2026
Welcome to www.9livesphotography.com (the “Website”), operated by 9 Lives Photography (“we,” “our,” or “us”). By accessing or using this Website, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use (“Terms”). If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use the Website.
Acceptance of Terms
By accessing and using this Website, you represent that you are at least 18 years old, or that you are using the Website with the consent and supervision of a parent or legal guardian. Your continued use constitutes acceptance of these Terms, which we may update at our discretion.
Use of the Website
You agree to use this Website for lawful purposes only. You agree not to:
- Engage in any activity that interferes with or disrupts the Website, including hacking, transmitting viruses, or fraudulent behavior.
- Post or transmit any material that is unlawful, infringing, defamatory, obscene, or otherwise objectionable.
- Use the Website in any way that violates applicable laws or the rights of others.
We reserve the right to suspend or terminate access to the Website, without notice, if we determine that you have violated these Terms.
Intellectual Property
All content on this Website — including photographs, images, text, graphics, logos, and trademarks — is the exclusive property of 9 Lives Photography or its licensors and is protected by United States and international copyright and trademark laws. The name “9 Lives Photography” and our logo are trademarks of the business.
You may not copy, reproduce, modify, republish, distribute, or create derivative works from any content on this Website without our prior written permission. Photographs displayed on this Website may not be downloaded, screenshotted, or used for any purpose without authorization.
Photography Sessions, Bookings, and Payments
Booking a session with 9 Lives Photography is subject to a separate Session Agreement, which governs retainers, payment, rescheduling, cancellation, image delivery, and usage rights. That agreement, together with any terms presented at the time of booking or purchase, controls your photography session and any print or digital add-ons. Please review your Session Agreement carefully before booking.
Client Galleries
Completed sessions are delivered through a third-party gallery platform. If you are provided access to a private gallery or account, you are responsible for keeping your login credentials confidential and for all activity that occurs under your access.
Free Resources and Downloads
From time to time we offer free downloadable resources, such as guides and tip sheets, for your personal, non-commercial use. These resources remain the intellectual property of 9 Lives Photography and may not be resold or redistributed. While we take care to provide safe, working files, downloads are provided at your own risk, and we do not warrant that any file will be free of errors or harmful components.
Privacy
Your use of the Website is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which describes how we collect, use, and protect your personal information. By using the Website, you consent to the practices described in the Privacy Policy.
Third-Party Links
This Website may contain links to third-party websites or resources. We do not endorse and are not responsible for the content, accuracy, or practices of any third-party site. Accessing third-party websites is at your own risk, and we encourage you to review their terms and privacy policies.
Disclaimer
This Website and its content are provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis, without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. We do not warrant that the Website will be accurate, reliable, uninterrupted, error-free, or free of viruses or other harmful components. To the fullest extent permitted by law, we disclaim all warranties, including any implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose.
Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by Illinois and United States law, 9 Lives Photography will not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising out of or related to your use of, or inability to use, this Website. In no event will our total liability exceed the amount you actually paid to us, if any, for the product or service giving rise to the claim.
Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold 9 Lives Photography harmless from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) arising out of your use of the Website or your violation of these Terms.
Accessibility
We aim to adhere as closely as possible to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG 2.1 Level AA), and we are continually working to improve the accessibility of our Website. If you encounter an accessibility barrier or need assistance, please contact us at 9livesphotography@gmail.com, and we will do our best to help.
Geographic Use
This Website is operated from the State of Illinois in the United States and is intended for users located within the United States. If you access the Website from outside the United States, you do so on your own initiative and are responsible for compliance with local laws.
Governing Law and Dispute Resolution
These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Illinois and the United States, without regard to conflict-of-law principles. Any dispute arising from these Terms or your use of the Website will be resolved in the state or federal courts located in Illinois or, at our discretion, through binding arbitration conducted under the rules of the American Arbitration Association. If any legal action is brought to enforce these Terms, the prevailing party is entitled to recover reasonable attorneys’ fees and costs. Any claim arising out of these Terms or the Website must be brought within one (1) year after the claim arises, or it is permanently barred.
Changes to These Terms
We reserve the right to update or modify these Terms at any time. Any changes are effective when posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date. Your continued use of the Website following the posting of changes constitutes acceptance of those changes.
Miscellaneous
These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and 9 Lives Photography regarding your use of the Website and supersede any prior agreements on that subject. If any provision is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect. Our failure to enforce any provision is not a waiver of that provision. Section headings are for convenience only and do not affect interpretation.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us at:
9 Lives Photography
www.9livesphotography.com
9livesphotography@gmail.com
By using this Website, you acknowledge that you have read and understood these Terms of Use and agree to abide by them.