Legal

Terms & Conditions

Effective date: September 5, 2026

1. Agreement to terms

By accessing or using the Groundwork Media website (thegroundwork.media) and any related services, you agree to be bound by these Terms & Conditions. If you do not agree with any part of these terms, please do not use the site or submit inquiries through our forms.

2. Services described

The site describes digital marketing services including, but not limited to, local SEO, paid advertising, website design, analytics, reputation management, and AI search visibility consulting. Specific deliverables, timelines, and fees are defined in a separate proposal or service agreement before work begins.

3. Use of the website

You agree to use this site only for lawful purposes and in a way that does not infringe the rights of others or restrict their use of the site. You may not attempt to gain unauthorized access to any portion of the site or its underlying systems.

4. Intellectual property

All content on this site — including text, graphics, logos, images, and code — is the property of Groundwork Media or its licensors and is protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws. You may view and share links to the site, but you may not reproduce, distribute, or modify our content without prior written permission.

5. Client responsibilities

Clients are responsible for providing timely access, materials, feedback, and approvals needed to complete work. Delays caused by incomplete or late client input may affect timelines and deliverables. You are also responsible for ensuring you have the right to share any assets, credentials, or data you provide to us.

6. Limitation of liability

Groundwork Media provides services on a best-effort basis and does not guarantee specific business outcomes, rankings, or revenue results. To the fullest extent permitted by law, our liability is limited to the amount paid for the services giving rise to the claim. We are not liable for indirect, incidental, or consequential damages.

7. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Groundwork Media, its team members, and partners from any claims, damages, or expenses arising out of your use of the site, your breach of these terms, or content or materials you provide to us.

8. Governing law

These terms are governed by the laws of the State of Tennessee, United States, without regard to conflict of law principles. Any disputes shall be resolved in the courts located in Shelby County, Tennessee.

9. Changes to these terms

We may update these Terms & Conditions from time to time. The latest version will be posted here with the effective date above. Continued use of the site after changes means you accept the revised terms.

10. Contact us

Questions about these terms can be sent to admin@thegroundwork.media or to Groundwork Media, Collierville, TN.