Terms and Conditions

Welcome to Matt’s Next Steps!

These terms and conditions outline the rules and regulations for the use of Matt’s Next Steps’ website, located at mattsnextsteps.com.

By accessing this website, we assume you accept these terms and conditions. Do not continue to use Matt’s Next Steps if you do not agree to all the terms and conditions stated on this page.

1. Definitions

  • “Website” refers to Matt’s Next Steps, accessible via mattsnextsteps.com.
  • “I”, “me”, or “my” refers to Matt, the owner and creator of the website.
  • “You” refers to any person accessing or using the website.
  • “Content” refers to all text, images, videos, blog posts, and other materials published on this website.

2. Use of the Website

By using this website, you agree to the following:

  • You will not use the website for any unlawful purpose or in a way that could harm, damage, or impair the functionality of the website.
  • You will not attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the website, server, or any connected system.
  • You may view, download, and print pages for personal use only. You must not republish, sell, rent, or duplicate content from the website without explicit written permission.

3. Intellectual Property Rights

Unless otherwise stated, I own the intellectual property rights for all content on this website, including text, images, logos, and design. All intellectual property rights are reserved.

You may not:

  • Reproduce, redistribute, or republish content without prior written consent.
  • Edit or modify any content that you download from this website.

Sharing Content

Matt’s Next Steps was created to provide support and inspiration to fellow travellers around the world. You are welcome to reference and share any of my content on your own websites or social media platforms under the following conditions:

  • You must give full credit to Matt’s Next Steps, including a clear link back to mattsnextsteps.com.
  • Content must not be presented as your own work.
  • Images, text, or other materials may not be plagiarized, altered, or used in a way that misrepresents my brand or work.

I reserve the right to request the removal of my content if I believe these conditions have been violated.

4. User Comments and Contributions

Parts of this website may allow users to post comments or submit content.

By posting comments or content, you agree that:

  • You are solely responsible for the content you post.
  • Your comments will not violate any third-party rights, including copyright, trademark, or privacy.
  • Your comments will not contain defamatory, offensive, or unlawful material.

I reserve the right to remove any comments or user-generated content that I deem inappropriate, offensive, or in violation of these terms.

5. Affiliate Links and Sponsored Content

This website may contain affiliate links, advertisements, and sponsored content. If you click on these links or engage with sponsored material, I may earn a commission or receive compensation.

What you need to know:

  • I only recommend products, services, or experiences that I personally use or believe are valuable to my audience.
  • Sponsored content and affiliate links are always disclosed in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.

For more information, please see my Disclosure Policy.

6. Third-Party Links

This website may include links to third-party websites. I have no control over the content or availability of those sites and am not responsible for any loss or damage that may arise from your use of them. Visiting external sites linked from this website is done at your own risk.

7. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Matt’s Next Steps shall not be held liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising out of your use of this website or reliance on any content found here.

While I strive to provide accurate, up-to-date information, I make no guarantees about the completeness, reliability, or accuracy of the content. Travel experiences, prices, and conditions may change, and you are responsible for verifying any information before relying on it

8. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Matt’s Next Steps, its owner, and affiliates from any claims, liabilities, damages, or expenses (including legal fees) arising from your breach of these terms or your use of the website

9. Changes to These Terms

I reserve the right to update or change these terms and conditions at any time. Any updates will be posted on this page. Your continued use of the website after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the new terms.

10. Governing Law

These terms and conditions are governed by applicable laws and legal standards. Any disputes arising in connection with these terms will be resolved in accordance with applicable legal regulations.

11. Contact Information

If you have any questions or concerns about these Terms and Conditions, please contact me using the form on my Contact Page.