Effective Date: July 14, 2025
Welcome to mountainlake.org, operated by Mountain Lake Public Telecommunications Council, doing business as Mountain Lake PBS (“we,” “us,” or “our”). By accessing or using this website and our services, you agree to these Terms and Conditions. Please read them carefully. If you do not agree, do not use our site or services.
1. Use of Website
You agree to use this site lawfully and not to:
- Violate any applicable laws or regulations
- Infringe on intellectual property or privacy rights
- Disrupt or harm our systems or services
- Use automated tools to scrape or collect data without permission
2. Intellectual Property
All content on this site, including text, images, logos, videos, and software, is owned or licensed by Mountain Lake PBS. You may not copy, distribute, or create derivative works without our express written permission.
3. Donations and Payments
- Donations and purchases made via this site are final unless otherwise specified.
- Payments are processed securely by third parties (Stripe, PayPal, Paya).
- We do not store your payment details. Please review the privacy policies of these providers.
- By donating, you affirm that you are authorized to use the payment method.
4. SMS/MMS Messaging
If you opt in to receive text messages from Mountain Lake PBS (e.g., during pledge drives):
- Message frequency may vary.
- Message and data rates may apply.
- Text STOP to opt out anytime.
- Text HELP for support or contact us at 518-563-9770 or mlpbs@mountainlake.org.
- You certify you are the account holder or have permission to receive messages.
We do not share or sell your mobile information for marketing purposes.
5. User-Generated Content
When you submit comments, stories, photos, or other content:
- You grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual license to use your content.
- We may moderate, edit, or remove content at our discretion.
- You warrant that you own or have rights to all submitted content.
6. Third-Party Services and Links
Our site uses third-party services including analytics, payment processors, and social media plugins. We are not responsible for their privacy practices or content. External links are provided for convenience and do not imply endorsement.
7. Disclaimer and Limitation of Liability
The site and services are provided “as is.” Mountain Lake PBS makes no warranties regarding accuracy or reliability. We are not liable for damages arising from your use of this site or services.
8. Governing Law
These Terms are governed by New York State law. Any disputes will be resolved in courts located in Clinton County, New York.
9. Changes to Terms
We may update these Terms at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Continued use of the site constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.
10. Contact Us
For questions about these Terms, contact:
Mountain Lake PBS
mlpbs@mountainlake.org
518-563-9770
1 Sesame Street, Plattsburgh, NY 12901