Terms of Service

Last updated: 7/28/2025

Welcome to PotomacLoop.com (“we,” “us,” “our,” or “Potomac Loop”). By accessing or using our website, newsletter, or related services, you agree to the following terms and conditions. If you do not agree, please do not use our site or services.

1) Use of Our Site and Newsletter

Potomac Loop provides hyper-local news, events, and community content for Potomac, Maryland. You may use our site and newsletter for personal, non-commercial purposes. Republishing, redistributing, or altering our content without permission is prohibited.

2) Intellectual Property

All content on PotomacLoop.com — including but not limited to text, images, graphics, branding, and logos — is the property of Loop Media, LLC or our content creators. Unauthorized use of our materials may violate copyright, trademark, and other laws.

3) Newsletter Subscriptions

By subscribing to Potomac Loop, you consent to receive periodic emails with local news, events, promotions, and sponsored content. You may unsubscribe at any time using the link at the bottom of each email.

We do not sell, rent, or share your email address with third parties without your explicit consent, except when required by law.

4) GDPR Compliance

If you are a resident of the European Union or European Economic Area, you have specific rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). These include:

  • The right to access, correct, or delete your personal data
  • The right to object to processing or restrict data use
  • The right to data portability
  • The right to withdraw consent at any time

To exercise any of these rights, email us at [email protected] with the subject line “GDPR Request.” We will respond within 30 days.

5) CCPA Compliance

If you are a California resident, the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) provides you with additional rights regarding your personal information:

  • Right to Know – You have the right to request details about the personal information we collect and how we use it.
  • Right to Delete – You may request that we delete your personal information.
  • Right to Opt-Out – You may request that we do not sell your personal information (note: Potomac Loop does not sell personal information).
  • Right to Non-Discrimination – You have the right to equal service and pricing, even if you exercise your privacy rights.

To submit a CCPA request, email us at [email protected] with the subject line “CCPA Request.” Please include your name, email address, and the specific request you’re making. We will verify your identity before proceeding.

6) Advertiser & Sponsor Content

Some of our content is sponsored or includes affiliate links. Sponsored placements will be clearly marked. While we curate these partnerships carefully, we are not liable for the quality or performance of third-party services or products.

7) External Links

Our content may contain links to third-party websites for your convenience. Potomac Loop is not responsible for the content, policies, or privacy practices of those sites.

8) Limitation of Liability

Potomac Loop is provided “as is” without warranties of any kind. We are not liable for any direct or indirect damages resulting from your use of our site, newsletter, or reliance on any information provided.

9) Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms of Service occasionally. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised date. Your continued use of our services constitutes acceptance of any changes.

10) Contact Us

We may update these Terms of Service occasionally. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised date. Your continued use of our services constitutes acceptance of any changes.