Terms of Service

Last updated: January 2026

Please read these Terms of Service ("Terms") carefully before using https://firstinstrumentguide.com (the "Site") operated by FirstInstrumentGuide ("us", "we", or "our").

Agreement to Terms

By accessing or using our Site, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you disagree with any part of these Terms, you may not access the Site.

Use of Our Site

Permitted Use

You may use our Site for lawful purposes only. You may access, view, and print content from our Site for your personal, non-commercial use.

Prohibited Use

You agree not to:

  • Use the Site in any way that violates applicable laws or regulations
  • Copy, reproduce, or redistribute our content without permission
  • Use automated systems (bots, scrapers) to access the Site
  • Attempt to interfere with or compromise the Site's functionality
  • Impersonate others or misrepresent your affiliation with any person or entity

Content and Information

Our Content

The content on our Site, including text, graphics, images, and other material, is provided for informational purposes only. While we strive to provide accurate and up-to-date information, we make no warranties about the completeness, reliability, or accuracy of this information.

Not Professional Advice

Our content is for general informational purposes and should not be considered professional advice. Always consult with qualified professionals (such as music teachers) for personalized guidance. Purchasing decisions should be based on your own research and judgment.

Product Information

Product prices, availability, and specifications may change without notice. We do our best to keep information current, but we cannot guarantee accuracy. Always verify details with retailers before purchasing.

Affiliate Relationships

Our Site participates in affiliate programs, which means we may earn commissions on purchases made through links on our Site. This does not affect the price you pay. For complete details, please see our Affiliate Disclosure.

Third-Party Links

Our Site contains links to third-party websites. We have no control over, and assume no responsibility for, the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party sites. You acknowledge and agree that we shall not be responsible or liable for any damage or loss caused by your use of any third-party websites.

Intellectual Property

The Site and its original content (excluding user-provided content and content from third parties) are owned by FirstInstrumentGuide and are protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

Our trademarks and trade dress may not be used in connection with any product or service without our prior written consent.

Disclaimer of Warranties

THE SITE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT.

We do not warrant that the Site will be uninterrupted, secure, or error-free, or that any defects will be corrected.

Limitation of Liability

TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, FIRSTINSTRUMENTGUIDE SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, OR ANY LOSS OF PROFITS OR REVENUES, WHETHER INCURRED DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY, OR ANY LOSS OF DATA, USE, GOODWILL, OR OTHER INTANGIBLE LOSSES.

Our total liability for any claims arising from your use of the Site shall not exceed the amount you paid us (if any) in the twelve months preceding the claim.

Indemnification

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless FirstInstrumentGuide and its officers, directors, employees, and agents from and against any claims, damages, obligations, losses, liabilities, costs, or expenses arising from your use of the Site or violation of these Terms.

Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify or replace these Terms at any time. We will provide notice of material changes by posting the updated Terms on this page with a new "Last updated" date.

Your continued use of the Site after any changes constitutes acceptance of the new Terms.

Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the United States, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

Severability

If any provision of these Terms is held to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us.