Terms & Conditions for CoasterMedia
Effective Date: May 13, 2026
Welcome to CoasterMedia. By accessing or using this website, you agree to the following Terms & Conditions. Please read them carefully before using the site.
1. About CoasterMedia
CoasterMedia is an independent digital media publication operated by Jeff Guilkey based in Lake County, Florida, USA.
Contact: support@coastermedia.net
CoasterMedia provides news, commentary, travel features, theme park coverage, entertainment reporting, videos, photography, editorial content, affiliate content, and fan-focused media experiences.
2. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing this website, you agree to comply with these Terms & Conditions and all applicable laws and regulations.
If you do not agree with these terms, please discontinue use of the website.
3. Intellectual Property & Content Ownership
Unless otherwise stated, all content published on CoasterMedia — including articles, branding, graphics, logos, videos, layouts, design elements, photography, and original media — is the property of CoasterMedia and/or its respective creators and is protected under copyright and intellectual property laws.
This includes:
- Written editorial content
- Original photography and graphics
- Custom branding and logos
- Website design elements
- AI-assisted creative content produced for CoasterMedia
- Video and social media content created by CoasterMedia
You may:
- Share article links on social media
- Quote limited excerpts with proper credit and backlink attribution
You may not:
- Copy full articles
- Repost CoasterMedia content without permission
- Republish images, graphics, or videos without authorization
- Scrape or mass-download site content
- Use CoasterMedia branding in a misleading way
Guest contributors retain ownership of their original work unless otherwise agreed upon in writing.
4. AI-Generated Content & Imagery
CoasterMedia may occasionally use AI-assisted tools to help create:
- Concept artwork
- Feature imagery
- Creative graphics
- Visual mockups
- Editorial assistance
AI-generated or AI-assisted content is reviewed and curated before publication. While we strive for accuracy and originality, some AI-generated visuals or references may be interpretive or stylized in nature.
5. Editorial Disclaimer
CoasterMedia is an independent fan-focused media publication and is not officially affiliated with or endorsed by companies including but not limited to:
- The Walt Disney Company
- Universal Destinations & Experiences
- SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment
- LEGO, Lucasfilm, Marvel, or other referenced brands unless explicitly stated.
Opinions expressed on CoasterMedia are editorial in nature and may include speculation, commentary, or fan perspectives.
Theme park projects, attractions, announcements, pricing, operating hours, entertainment offerings, and travel information may change without notice.
Users should verify important details directly with official sources before making travel or purchasing decisions.
6. Affiliate Links & Sponsored Content
CoasterMedia participates in affiliate marketing programs, including the Awin Affiliate Network and other potential affiliate partnerships.
This means CoasterMedia may earn commissions from qualifying purchases made through certain links on the website at no additional cost to you.
Sponsored content, paid collaborations, or promotional partnerships will be identified where appropriate in accordance with FTC guidelines.
Affiliate relationships do not influence our editorial integrity or opinions.
7. Advertising
This website may display third-party advertisements, sponsored placements, or promotional content.
CoasterMedia is not responsible for:
- Third-party claims
- External products or services
- Availability of advertised offers
- Content hosted on external websites
Interactions with third-party advertisers are solely between you and the advertiser.
8. Community Conduct
Users interacting with CoasterMedia through comments, submissions, social platforms, or future community features agree not to:
- Harass or threaten others
- Post hateful or discriminatory content
- Spam or promote unauthorized advertising
- Impersonate individuals or organizations
- Upload malicious files or harmful code
- Violate copyright laws
- Attempt unauthorized access to the website
CoasterMedia reserves the right to remove content or restrict access at its discretion.
9. User Submissions
By submitting content to CoasterMedia — including photos, event tips, trip reports, comments, or directory submissions — you grant CoasterMedia a non-exclusive right to display, publish, modify, and promote that content unless otherwise agreed upon.
Users must only submit content they own or have permission to share.
10. Event Directory & Future Services
CoasterMedia may introduce directories, event listings, sponsored experiences, or community resources in the future.
Listings may contain third-party information that can change without notice. Inclusion in a directory does not constitute endorsement unless explicitly stated.
CoasterMedia reserves the right to edit, remove, reject, or feature listings at its discretion.
11. Embedded Content & Third-Party Platforms
Articles on CoasterMedia may include embedded content from platforms such as:
Embedded content behaves the same as if the visitor accessed those platforms directly and may collect data according to their own privacy policies.
12. Analytics & Cookies
CoasterMedia uses analytics and tracking technologies, including Google Analytics, to better understand visitor behavior and improve the website experience.
The website may use cookies or similar technologies for:
- Site functionality
- Performance measurement
- Advertising insights
- Embedded media features
- Affiliate tracking
By using the site, you consent to the use of these technologies.
13. Limitation of Liability
CoasterMedia and its operators are not liable for:
- Inaccuracies or outdated information
- Errors or omissions
- Travel disruptions
- Technical interruptions
- Third-party services
- User-generated content
- Damages arising from use of the website
All content is provided “as is” without warranties of any kind.
14. External Links
CoasterMedia may link to external websites for informational or affiliate purposes.
We are not responsible for:
- Content on external websites
- Privacy practices
- Product availability
- Accuracy of third-party information
Users access third-party sites at their own risk.
15. Changes to These Terms
CoasterMedia may update or modify these Terms & Conditions at any time without prior notice.
Continued use of the website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised terms.
16. Contact Information
Questions regarding these Terms & Conditions may be directed to:
Jeff Guilkey
CoasterMedia
Lake County, Florida, USA
support@coastermedia.net
