TERMS OF SERVICE

Last Updated: March 16, 2026

1. Acceptance of Terms

This website (the “Site”) and any related digital applications, services, or platforms (collectively, the “Platforms”) are operated by RMS Media Group, Inc. (“RMS,” “we,” “our,” or “us”).

By accessing or using this Site or any related Platforms, you agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree with these Terms, you should not access or use the Site.

We reserve the right to update or modify these Terms at any time. Any updates will become effective immediately upon posting. Your continued use of the Site after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of those changes.

We may also limit or restrict access to any part of the Site, content, services, or products at our sole discretion.

Your use of the Site and related Platforms is at your own risk, and you agree that you are responsible for all activity conducted under your use of the Site.

2. Content and Intellectual Property

All content available on this Site and related Platforms—including but not limited to text, articles, graphics, photographs, images, logos, audio, video, software, design elements, and other materials (collectively, the “Content”)—is owned by RMS Media Group, Inc. or its licensors and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

You may access and view Content for personal, non-commercial use only.

You may not:

reproduce or distribute Content without permission

republish or commercially exploit Content

use Content for advertising or revenue-generating purposes without authorization

copy or download Content for the benefit of a third party

frame or mirror any portion of the Site without written consent

Unauthorized use of Content may result in termination of your access to the Site.

RMS Media Group encourages responsible indexing of publicly available content by search engines and discovery technologies to improve visibility and accessibility of our publications. However, commercial redistribution or republication of Content without permission is prohibited.

3. Registration and Account Security

Certain features of the Site may require user registration.

When registering, you agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information.

Registration is not permitted for individuals under the age of 13.

If you create an account, you are responsible for:

maintaining the confidentiality of your login credentials

all activities that occur under your account

You must notify us immediately if you suspect unauthorized access to your account.

Support contact:
support@rmsmg.com

4. Event Ticketing, Releases, and Waivers

By purchasing a ticket or attending an event hosted by RMS Media Group or its publications, including Northshore Magazine, you agree to the following:

You confirm that you are 21 years of age or older, and you consent to age verification at the event entrance.

You consent to receive marketing communications from RMS Media Group and its affiliated publications and partners.

By attending an event, you grant permission to be photographed, filmed, or recorded, and consent to the use of your name, image, or likeness in print, digital, promotional, and marketing materials produced by RMS Media Group and its affiliates without compensation.

You release and hold harmless RMS Media Group, its affiliates, sponsors, partners, officers, employees, and representatives from any claims, damages, or liabilities arising from your participation in the event.

This release applies to any claims now known or unknown and extends to your heirs, executors, and administrators.

5. SMS Messaging Terms

By opting into our SMS messaging services, you agree to receive text messages from RMS Media Group, Inc.

These messages may include:

promotional offers

marketing communications

customer service messages

order confirmations

event updates

account or service notifications

Message Frequency

Message frequency may vary depending on your interaction with our services. Users may receive periodic messages, generally no more than 4 messages per month, though frequency may vary.

Message and Data Rates

Standard message and data rates may apply depending on your mobile carrier plan.

Help Information

For assistance, reply HELP to any message or contact:

digital@rmsmg.com

(978) 623-8020

Opt-Out Instructions

You may opt out at any time by replying STOP to any message. After opting out, you will receive one final confirmation message.

Privacy

For more information about how we collect and use personal information, please review our Privacy Policy.

6. Advertising and Insertion Orders

Submission of an advertisement, insertion order, space reservation, or position commitment constitutes acceptance of RMS Media Group’s Advertising Terms and Conditions.

Key provisions include:

Insertion orders expire if not signed and returned within 15 days.

Payment is due upon signing unless otherwise agreed.

Advertisers authorize RMS Media Group to charge the provided payment method according to the agreed schedule.

Advertisers are responsible for submitting advertising materials by the specified deadlines.

Failure to provide materials by the deadline may result in forfeiture of payments.

Cancellation of advertisements after the space commitment deadline is not permitted.

Ad design services may incur additional fees as outlined in the rate card.

RMS Media Group is not responsible for errors in advertisements once approved by the client.

Final acceptance of advertisement placement remains at the discretion of the publisher.

7. Third-Party Links

The Site may contain links to third-party websites or services that are not operated by RMS Media Group.

We are not responsible for the content, availability, privacy policies, or practices of these external websites.

Accessing third-party websites is done at your own risk.

8. User Submissions

Users may submit content to RMS Media Group including editorial materials, comments, photos, contest entries, or other materials.

By submitting content, you grant RMS Media Group a non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual, worldwide license to use, reproduce, publish, distribute, and display such content in any media format.

You represent that:

you own or have rights to the submitted content

the content does not infringe any third-party rights

the content complies with applicable laws

RMS Media Group reserves the right to remove or edit submitted content at its discretion.

9. Copyright Complaints (DMCA)

If you believe that content on this Site infringes your copyright, please send a notice containing:

identification of the copyrighted work

identification of the infringing material

contact information

a good faith statement regarding unauthorized use

a statement made under penalty of perjury that the notice is accurate

Notices should be sent to:

RMS Media Group, Inc.
21 Middle Street
Newburyport, MA 01950

Phone: (978) 623-8020
Email: info@rmsmg.com

False claims may result in legal penalties.

10. Disclaimers

This Site and all content are provided “AS IS” and “AS AVAILABLE.”

RMS Media Group makes no warranties, express or implied, including:

accuracy of information

uninterrupted service

fitness for a particular purpose

security of the Site

Users are responsible for maintaining their own devices and internet connections necessary to access the Site.

11. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, RMS Media Group and its affiliates shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising from use of the Site.

Your sole remedy for dissatisfaction with the Site is to discontinue use.

12. Indemnification

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless RMS Media Group and its affiliates from any claims, damages, or expenses resulting from:

your violation of these Terms

your misuse of the Site

infringement of any third-party rights

13. Governing Law

These Terms of Service are governed by the laws of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.

Any disputes arising under these Terms shall be resolved exclusively in the courts located in Essex County, Massachusetts.

14. Entire Agreement

These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and RMS Media Group regarding use of the Site and supersede any prior agreements.

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.

15. Contact Information

If you have questions regarding these Terms of Service, please contact:

RMS Media Group, Inc.
21 Middle Street
Newburyport, MA 01950

Phone: (978) 623-8020
Email: digital@rmsmg.com