Terms and Conditions

Effective Date: August 5, 2026

Terms and Conditions for Hoosier Hive

Welcome to Hoosier Hive. These Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) govern your use of the Hoosier Hive website, services, and membership offerings. By accessing or using our website, you agree to be bound by these Terms.

If you do not agree with these Terms, please do not use our website or services.

Use of the Website

Hoosier Hive provides an online directory and marketing platform for Indiana-based small businesses. You agree to use this website only for lawful purposes and in a way that does not infringe on the rights of others or restrict their use of the website.

You may not:

  • Use the website for fraudulent or misleading purposes

  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the website or its systems

  • Upload harmful code, spam, or malicious content

  • Misrepresent your business or affiliation with Hoosier Hive

Business Listings

Business owners may submit information to be included in the Hoosier Hive directory.

By submitting a listing, you confirm that:

  • You are authorized to represent the business

  • All information provided is accurate and up to date

  • You grant Hoosier Hive permission to display and promote your listing on our platform

Hoosier Hive reserves the right to edit, reject, or remove any listing at its discretion, including listings that are inaccurate, inappropriate, or violate these Terms.

Memberships and Payments

Hoosier Hive offers paid membership plans for businesses.

  • Payments are processed securely through Stripe

  • Membership fees may be billed on a recurring basis depending on the plan selected

  • You are responsible for keeping your payment information up to date

  • Failure to complete payment may result in suspension or removal of your listing

All fees are non-refundable unless otherwise stated.

Coupons and Promotions

Members may submit coupons, deals, or promotional content.

Hoosier Hive does not guarantee:

  • The accuracy of any coupon or promotion

  • That promotions will result in sales or customer engagement

  • That all submitted promotions will be published

We reserve the right to remove or modify promotional content at any time.

Content Ownership

You retain ownership of the content you submit (such as logos, photos, and business descriptions). However, by submitting content to Hoosier Hive, you grant us a non-exclusive, worldwide license to use, display, and promote that content on our website and marketing materials.

Third-Party Services

Hoosier Hive uses third-party services such as:

  • Stripe for payment processing

  • Wix for website hosting

  • Email and analytics providers

We are not responsible for the actions, policies, or content of third-party services.

Account Suspension and Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate access to the website or membership services at any time, without notice, if we believe:

  • You have violated these Terms

  • You have provided false or misleading information

  • Your actions may harm Hoosier Hive or other users

You may cancel your membership at any time, subject to your billing agreement.

No Guarantees

Hoosier Hive does not guarantee:

  • Increased sales or business growth

  • Website uptime without interruption

  • That listings will appear in search engines or generate traffic

We provide a platform for exposure, but results are not guaranteed.

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Hoosier Hive shall not be liable for any damages arising from:

  • Use or inability to use the website

  • Errors or inaccuracies in listings

  • Business losses or lost revenue

  • Third-party actions or services

Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Hoosier Hive, its owners, and affiliates from any claims, damages, or expenses resulting from your use of the website or violation of these Terms.

Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms at any time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date. Continued use of the website means you accept the updated Terms.

Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Indiana, without regard to conflict of law principles.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about these Terms and Conditions, please contact us through the Contact page on the Hoosier Hive website.

Thank you for supporting local Indiana businesses through Hoosier Hive.