Terms of Service

Last Updated: December 2, 2025

Welcome to melissaortendahlweddings.com (“Site”), owned and operated by Melissa Ortendahl Weddings (“we,” “us,” or “our”). By accessing or using this Site, you agree to the following Terms of Service. Please read them carefully.

1. Use of the Site

You may use this Site for lawful purposes only. You agree not to use the Site in a way that:

Violates any local, state, national, or international law
Attempts to gain unauthorized access to the Site or its systems
Interferes with the security, performance, or functionality of the Site
We may restrict or terminate your access to the Site at our discretion if these terms are violated.

2. Intellectual Property

All content on this Site — including images, text, graphics, logos, and design — is the property of Melissa Ortendahl Weddings unless otherwise noted.

You may not:

Copy, reproduce, or distribute Site content without written permission
Use our content for commercial purposes
Claim ownership or authorship over our materials
We reserve all rights not expressly granted.

3. Contact Forms and User Submissions

When you submit information through contact forms, email, or other communication channels, you agree that:
All information submitted is accurate and belongs to you
We may use your information to respond to inquiries or provide services
We may store your information in systems such as Sprout Studio
You may not submit content that is unlawful, harmful, defamatory, or infringing on any third party’s rights.

4. Email Communications

If you sign up for our email newsletter, you consent to receive periodic emails from us.
You may unsubscribe at any time by clicking the link included in email communications or by contacting us directly.

5. Third-Party Services

We use third-party tools and systems to operate portions of this Site and our services, including:

Website analytics tools
Email marketing platforms
Sprout Studio for client communication, galleries, and administrative processes

These third parties have their own terms and privacy practices, which you are responsible for reviewing.

We are not liable for the actions, performance, or content of any third-party service.

6. Links to External Websites

The Site may include links to other websites. We are not responsible for the content, availability, or policies of any external sites. Accessing third-party websites is at your own risk.

7. No Guarantees or Warranties

The Site is provided “as is” and “as available.”
We do not guarantee:

The Site will be error-free or uninterrupted
All content will be current, accurate, or complete
Any results from using the Site

To the fullest extent permitted by law, we disclaim all warranties, express or implied.

8. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, Melissa Ortendahl Weddings is not liable for any:

Direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages
Loss of data, revenue, profits, or business opportunities
Issues arising from your use or inability to use the Site
Actions of third-party services or providers

Your use of the Site is at your own risk.

9. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Melissa Ortendahl Weddings from any claims, losses, damages, liabilities, and expenses (including legal fees) arising out of your use of the Site or violation of these Terms.

10. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
Any disputes arising from or related to the Site or these Terms will be resolved exclusively in the state or federal courts located in Massachusetts.

11. Changes to These Terms

We may update or modify these Terms from time to time. Changes are effective immediately upon posting. Your continued use of the Site constitutes acceptance of any updated terms.

12. Contact Information

If you have questions about these Terms, please contact:

Melissa Ortendahl Weddings
Website: melissaortendahlweddings.com
Email: melissa@melissaortendahlphotography.com