Terms and Conditions

Please read these Terms and Conditions carefully before using Smarterhacks.com. By accessing or using this website, you agree to be bound by these terms. If you do not agree with any part of these terms, do not use this website.

1. About This Website

Smarterhacks.com (“the Site,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) is an informational website owned and operated by Mark Jackson, doing business as Focal Point Dynamic LLC, based in Atlanta, Georgia. The Site publishes content about artificial intelligence tools, productivity systems, automation workflows, and related topics for entrepreneurs and small business owners.

The Site earns revenue primarily through affiliate marketing partnerships. This means we may earn a commission when you click links on this Site and make a purchase from a third-party vendor. This is disclosed clearly on every relevant page.

2. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using Smarterhacks.com, you confirm that you are at least 18 years of age, have read and understood these Terms and Conditions, and agree to be bound by them. If you are accessing the Site on behalf of a business or organization, you represent that you have the authority to bind that entity to these terms.

We reserve the right to update or modify these Terms and Conditions at any time without prior notice. Changes take effect immediately upon posting. Your continued use of the Site after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the new terms. We recommend reviewing this page periodically.

3. Affiliate Disclosure and Relationships

Smarterhacks.com participates in affiliate marketing programs. This means:

  • Some links on this Site are affiliate links. If you click an affiliate link and make a purchase, we may receive a commission at no additional cost to you.
  • Affiliate relationships do not influence our editorial recommendations. We only recommend tools and services we have personally used or thoroughly researched.
  • All posts and pages containing affiliate links include a clear disclosure statement at or near the top of the content, in compliance with FTC guidelines.
  • Commission rates, cookie durations, and program terms are set by the third-party affiliate programs and are subject to change without notice.

Current affiliate partners include but are not limited to: Anthropic (Claude), OpenAI (ChatGPT), Jasper AI, Copy.ai, Notion, Zapier, HubSpot, Beehiiv, Kit (ConvertKit), Canva, ClickUp, and AppSumo. This list is not exhaustive and may change as the Site evolves.

4. Informational Content and No Professional Advice

All content published on Smarterhacks.com is for general informational and educational purposes only. Nothing on this Site constitutes professional advice of any kind, including but not limited to:

  • Legal advice
  • Financial or investment advice
  • Accounting or tax advice
  • Technical consulting or cybersecurity advice
  • Business consulting services

The information on this Site reflects the personal opinions and experiences of the author based on his own use of the tools and services discussed. Results described or implied are not guaranteed. Individual results will vary based on your specific situation, skills, experience, and effort.

Always consult a qualified professional before making business, financial, legal, or technical decisions. Your use of any information on this Site is at your own risk.

5. Accuracy of Information

We make reasonable efforts to ensure the accuracy of content published on this Site, including tool features, pricing, affiliate program details, and recommendations. However:

  • Software tools, pricing, and affiliate program terms change frequently. Information on this Site may not reflect the most current terms at the time you read it.
  • We cannot guarantee that all information is complete, accurate, or current at all times.
  • Always verify pricing, features, and terms directly with the vendor before making a purchase decision.

We are not responsible for any decisions made based on information found on this Site that later proves to be inaccurate, incomplete, or outdated.

6. Email List and Newsletter

Smarterhacks.com collects email addresses from visitors who voluntarily opt in to receive our newsletter and related communications. By subscribing to our email list, you agree to the following:

  • You are providing your email address voluntarily and consent to receive periodic emails from Smarterhacks.com.
  • Our email list is managed through Beehiiv and/or Kit (ConvertKit). Your data is subject to their respective privacy policies in addition to ours.
  • You may unsubscribe from our email list at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link included in every email we send.
  • We do not sell, rent, or share your email address with third parties for their marketing purposes.
  • Emails from Smarterhacks.com may contain affiliate links, which are clearly disclosed.

For full details on how we collect, use, and protect your personal information, please refer to our Privacy Policy.

7. Intellectual Property

All content on Smarterhacks.com — including but not limited to articles, guides, reviews, graphics, logos, and the Smarterhacks brand identity — is the intellectual property of Mark Jackson / Focal Point Dynamic LLC and is protected by applicable copyright and trademark laws.

You may:

  • Read, share, and link to content on this Site for personal, non-commercial purposes.
  • Quote brief excerpts from our content with proper attribution and a link back to the original article.

You may not:

  • Reproduce, republish, or redistribute substantial portions of our content without written permission.
  • Use our content for commercial purposes without written permission.
  • Scrape, copy, or otherwise extract content from this Site for use in competing publications, AI training datasets, or any other purpose without express written consent.
  • Remove or alter any copyright, trademark, or attribution notices from our content.

To request permission for content use beyond these terms, contact us at [INSERT CONTACT EMAIL].

8. Third-Party Links and Resources

Smarterhacks.com contains links to third-party websites, tools, and services. These links are provided for your convenience and do not constitute an endorsement beyond what is explicitly stated in our editorial content.

We have no control over the content, privacy practices, or terms of service of third-party sites. We are not responsible for:

  • The accuracy or reliability of third-party content.
  • Any damages or losses resulting from your use of third-party websites or services.
  • Changes to third-party pricing, features, or availability after the date our content was published.

When you click a link to a third-party site, you leave Smarterhacks.com and are subject to that site’s terms and privacy policy.

9. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, Smarterhacks.com, Mark Jackson, and Focal Point Dynamic LLC shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising from:

  • Your use of or inability to use this Site.
  • Any errors, omissions, or inaccuracies in our content.
  • Any decisions made based on information found on this Site.
  • Any products or services purchased through affiliate links on this Site.
  • Any unauthorized access to or alteration of your data.

Your use of this Site is entirely at your own risk. The Site is provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis without warranties of any kind, either express or implied.

10. Disclaimer of Warranties

Smarterhacks.com makes no warranties or representations about:

  • The accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any content on this Site.
  • The results you may obtain from using any tool, system, or strategy discussed on this Site.
  • The uninterrupted or error-free operation of this Site.
  • The absence of viruses or other harmful components on this Site or any linked third-party site.

We disclaim all warranties, express or implied, including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement.

11. Governing Law

These Terms and Conditions are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Georgia, United States, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Any disputes arising from these terms or your use of this Site shall be resolved in the courts of Fulton County, Georgia.

12. Contact Information

If you have questions about these Terms and Conditions, please contact us:

Email: mark@smarterhacks.com

Website: Smarterhacks.com

Business: Focal Point Dynamic LLC

Location: Atlanta, Georgia, United States