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VisitErie Terms of Use

Effective Date: July 20, 2026

These Terms of Use (“Terms”) are between Erie Area Convention and Visitors Bureau D/B/A VisitErie (“VisitErie,” “us,” “we,” or “our”) and you (“you” or “your”). By using our website (“Website”), you accept the Terms, as defined below.

 VisitErie.com is provided as a public resource to help visitors discover attractions, events, accommodations, dining, recreation, and travel information throughout Erie County, Pennsylvania. While we strive to provide accurate and up-to-date information, availability, pricing, schedules, hours of operation, and event details may change without notice. This Website is offered and available to users who are 13 years of age or older.

 Acceptance of Terms. You agree that these Terms form a legally binding agreement between you and us relating to your ability to use the Website and the Services provided therein. By using this Website, you confirm that you have read, understood, and accept these Terms and that you agree to comply with them. If you do not agree with these Terms, do not use our Website. You agree to use the Website only for lawful purposes permitted under these Terms and in accordance with applicable law in your relevant jurisdiction. You may not access, use, or provide any information to the Website if you are barred or restricted from such under the laws of any country in which you are a citizen or resident, or from which you access the Website. You understand and agree that there are additional policies that are also part of these Terms and that they are binding on you as if they were included word for word in these Terms. Such additional policies include but are not limited to the Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy (collectively, an “Additional Policy” or “Additional Policies”).  By using this Website, you confirm that you have read, understood, and accept all of the terms and conditions set forth in each and that you agree to comply with them. Information collected about you by the Website is subject to the Privacy Policy, which may be updated from time to time without notice to you. In the event of any conflict between these Terms and any Additional Policy, the terms of the Additional Policy shall control, but only to the extent expressly provided in the Additional Policy.

Acceptable Use. You may use the Website only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. You may not:

  1. use the Website in violation of any applicable federal, state, local, or international law or regulation (including, without limitation, any laws regarding the export of data or software to and from the US or other countries);
  2. attempt to interfere with the operation or security of the Website;
  3. introduce malicious software or harmful code;
  4. attempt to gain unauthorized access to Website systems or data;
  5. impersonate or attempt to impersonate VisitErie, a VisitErie employee, another user, or any other person or entity (including, without limitation, by using email addresses or screen names associated with any of the foregoing);
  6. engage in any illegal, disruptive, or destructive acts, including “trolling,” “flaming,” “flooding,” or “spamming” (such terms have common meanings within the context of the internet), or cause any unnecessary network usage or violate any service provider’s or carrier’s terms of service; or
  7. otherwise attempt to interfere with the proper working of the Website.

 Third-Party Content and Links. VisitErie.com may include links to third-party websites or information provided by partner organizations, businesses, attractions, or event organizers. These links are provided for your convenience. VisitErie does not control or endorse third-party websites and is not responsible for their content, availability, privacy practices, or services. We do not warrant any such third-party providers or any of their products or services. Any exchange of data or other interaction between you and a third-party provider, and any purchase or use by you of any product or service offered by such third-party provider, is solely between you and such third-party provider. You agree that we will not be liable, directly or indirectly, for any loss or damage of any kind or nature arising out of or related to, or incurred in reliance upon, any such interactions, links, resources, or content. If you share information with third parties via the Website, any information you share with that third party will not be controlled by the Privacy Policy; you do so at your own risk, and we have no liability to you for any misuse or disclosure of your information.

Business Listings and Event Information. VisitErie works with local businesses, attractions, event organizers, and community partners to provide information throughout the website. While we make every effort to keep information current, VisitErie cannot guarantee the accuracy or completeness of all listings. Visitors should confirm operating hours, pricing, reservations, accessibility, and event details directly with the individual business or organizer before making travel plans.

 Intellectual Property. The Website and its entire contents, features, and functionality (including but not limited to all information, software, text, displays, images, video, and audio, and the design, selection, and arrangement thereof) are owned by VisitErie, its licensors, or other providers of such material and are protected by United States and international copyright, trademark, patent, trade secret, and other intellectual property or proprietary rights laws. These Terms permit you to use the Website for your personal, non-commercial use only. You must not reproduce, distribute, modify, create derivative works of, publicly display, publicly perform, republish, download, store, or transmit any of the material on our Website, except as follows:

  1. Your computer may temporarily store copies of such materials in RAM incidental to your accessing and viewing those materials.
  2. You may store files that are automatically cached by your Web browser for display enhancement purposes.
  3. You may print or download a copy of a reasonable number of pages of the Website for your own personal, non-commercial use and not for further reproduction, publication, or distribution.
  4. If we provide desktop, mobile, or other applications for download, you may download a single copy to your computer or mobile device solely for your own personal, non-commercial use, provided you agree to be bound by our end user license agreement for such applications.
  5. If we provide social media features with certain content, you may take such actions as are enabled by such features.

 Disclaimer. YOU EXPRESSLY UNDERSTAND AND AGREE THAT YOUR USE OF THE WEBSITE IS AT YOUR SOLE RISK. THE WEBSITE IS PROVIDED ON AN “AS IS” AND “AS AVAILABLE” BASIS. WE EXPRESSLY DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND RELATING TO THE WEBSITE OR TO ANY INFORMATION OR SERVICES AVAILABLE THROUGH THE WEBSITE, WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, TITLE, NON-INFRINGEMENT, AND ALL WARRANTIES ARISING FROM COURSE OF DEALING, USAGE, OR TRADE PRACTICE. WITHOUT LIMITING THE FOREGOING, WE DISCLAIM ANY AND ALL WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, FOR ANY SERVICES OFFERED VIA THIS WEBSITE. WE MAKE NO WARRANTY OF ANY KIND THAT: (A) THE WEBSITE WILL MEET YOUR OR ANY OTHER PERSON’S REQUIREMENTS OR EXPECTATIONS; (B) THE WEBSITE WILL BE TIMELY, SECURE, ERROR-FREE, OR OPERATE IN AN UNINTERRUPTED FASHION, ACHIEVE ANY INTENDED RESULT, BE COMPATIBLE OR WORK WITH ANY SOFTWARE, SYSTEM, OR OTHER SERVICES, OR BE SECURE, ACCURATE, COMPLETE, FREE OF HARMFUL CODE, OR ERROR-FREE; (C) ANYTHING AVAILABLE THROUGH OR OBTAINED FROM THE WEBSITE WILL BE ACCURATE, RELIABLE, OR USEFUL; AND (D) ANY ERRORS WILL BE CORRECTED. YOU UNDERSTAND THAT YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR INTERPRETING INFORMATION PROVIDED THROUGH THE WEBSITE. IN NO EVENT SHALL WE BE LIABLE FOR ANY LOSS OR LIABILITY THAT MAY ARISE FROM ANY RELIANCE ON, OR INTERPRETATION OF, THE INFORMATION PROVIDED THROUGH THE WEBSITE.

 Limitation of Liability. To the fullest extent permitted by law, VisitErie shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or special damages arising from the use, inability to use, or any downloads from this website or any linked third-party websites.

 Indemnification. You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless VisitErie, its affiliates, licensors, and service providers, and its and their respective officers, directors, employees, contractors, agents, licensors, suppliers, successors, and assigns from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, judgments, awards, losses, costs, expenses, or fees (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of or relating to your violation of these Terms or your use of the Website, including, but not limited to, your user contributions, any use of the Website's content, services, and products other than as expressly authorized in these Terms, or your use of any information obtained from the Website.

 Changes to the Website. VisitErie reserves the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any portion of the Website or its content at any time without prior notice. Your continued use of the Website following the posting of revised Terms of Use means that you accept and agree to the changes. You are expected to check this page from time to time so you are aware of any changes, as they are binding on you.

 User-Submitted Content. If you submit photographs, reviews, comments, contest entries, or other content to VisitErie, you grant VisitErie a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, publish, and promote that content in connection with its tourism marketing efforts, unless otherwise agreed in writing.

 Governing Law. These Terms of Use shall be governed by the laws of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, without regard to its conflict of law principles.

 Contact Us. If you have questions regarding these Terms of Use, please contact:

VisitErie
 208 East Bayfront Parkway, Suite 201
 Erie, PA 16507
 Phone: (814) 454-1000
 Email: info@visiterie.com