Terms of Service

Effective Date: 03/19/2026

Welcome to Media by Michelli. By accessing, browsing, or purchasing from this website or any associated platforms, you agree to be bound by the following Terms of Service. Please read them carefully.

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1. Intellectual Property & Copyright

All photographs, images, designs, logos, and content created by Media by Michelli are the exclusive property of Media by Michelli and are protected under United States copyright law.

Unauthorized use is strictly prohibited. This includes, but is not limited to:

    •    Copying, downloading, or reproducing images without permission

    •    Editing, altering, or manipulating images in any way

    •    Removing or modifying watermarks or logos

    •    Screenshotting or redistributing altered images without purchase

Any violation will be considered copyright infringement and may result in legal action.

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2. Image Usage & Licensing

Purchasing a photo does not transfer copyright ownership.

When you purchase an image, you are granted a limited, non-transferable license for personal use only, unless otherwise agreed upon in writing.

Personal use includes:

    •    Social media posting (with credit when possible)

    •    Personal printing

Commercial use is prohibited unless explicitly licensed.

For extended usage rights, branding, or commercial licensing, please contact Media by Michelli directly.

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3. Editing & Alterations

Clients and users may not edit, filter, crop, or alter any images in any way without prior written permission.

This includes:

    •    Applying filters

    •    Changing colors or tones

    •    Removing logos or watermarks

Maintaining the integrity of the work is essential to the Media by Michelli brand.

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4. Payments & Purchases

All purchases are final unless otherwise stated.

    •    Digital products are non-refundable once delivered

    •    Prices are subject to change at any time

    •    Orders will be fulfilled after full payment is received

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5. Booking & Services

When booking photography services:

    •    A deposit may be required to secure your session

    •    Remaining balances must be paid by the agreed deadline

    •    Cancellations or rescheduling policies will be communicated at booking

Media by Michelli reserves the right to refuse service if necessary.

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6. Turnaround Time

Delivery timelines may vary depending on the event, workload, and project scope.

Estimated turnaround times will be communicated but are not guaranteed.

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7. Limitation of Liability

Media by Michelli is not liable for:

    •    Loss of images due to unforeseen technical issues

    •    Delays caused by circumstances beyond control

    •    Third-party misuse of images once delivered

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8. Social Media & Promotion

Media by Michelli reserves the right to use any images captured for:

    •    Portfolio display

    •    Social media promotion

    •    Marketing and advertising

If you wish to request privacy, please notify directly.

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9. Changes to Terms

Media by Michelli reserves the right to update or modify these Terms of Service at any time without prior notice.

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10. Contact Information

For questions, licensing inquiries, or permissions, please contact:

Media by Michelli

cmichelli@yahoo.com

(337) 930-2266

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By using this site or purchasing services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to these Terms of Service.