TERMS AND CONDITIONS

Last Updated: January 17, 2026
Effective Date: January 17, 2026
Website Owner: KTS Strategic Media LLC (DBA: The Digital Malik)
Website Address: https://thedigitalmalik.com

1. ACCEPTANCE OF TERMS

By accessing, browsing, or using The Digital Malik website at https://thedigitalmalik.com (the “Website”), you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions, along with our Privacy Policy and Disclaimer, which are incorporated herein by reference.

If you do not agree to these Terms and Conditions in their entirety, you must not access or use the Website.

2. MODIFICATIONS

We reserve the right to modify, amend, or update these Terms and Conditions at any time without prior notice. Your continued use of the Website after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms and Conditions. It is your responsibility to review these Terms and Conditions periodically for updates.

3. ELIGIBILITY

3.1 Age Requirement

This Website is intended for use by individuals who are at least 18 years of age. By using this Website, you represent and warrant that you are at least 18 years old.

3.2 Geographic Limitations

While our services are primarily designed for businesses in the United States, particularly in the New York City and Long Island areas, we may serve clients internationally. However, we make no representation that our services are appropriate or available for use in all locations.

3.3 European Union Visitors

We do not intentionally market our services to individuals in the European Union as defined by the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). If you are located in the EU, please note that our services are not specifically designed for EU compliance.

4. SERVICES OVERVIEW

The Digital Malik provides premium Local SEO services including:

4.1 Service Packages

Authority Website Design & Development
Local SEO Foundation Setup
Local SEO Domination (ongoing service)
Website Guardian Maintenance
Email Marketing Engine

4.2 Service-Specific Terms

Each service package has specific deliverables, timelines, pricing, and expectations that will be outlined in separate service agreements, statements of work, or on the official service pricing page.

4.3 Performance Guarantees

While we employ proven strategies and best practices, we cannot guarantee specific search engine rankings, traffic numbers, or revenue increases. Search engine algorithms frequently change, and results vary based on numerous factors including market competition, industry, and implementation.

5. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS

5.1 Our Content

All content on this Website, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, audio clips, digital downloads, data compilations, software, and the compilation of all content on the Website is the property of KTS Strategic Media LLC or its content suppliers and is protected by United States and international copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

5.2 Limited License

We grant you a limited, revocable, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and use the Website for personal, non-commercial purposes. This license does not include:

Resale or commercial use of the Website or its contents
Collection and use of any product listings, descriptions, or prices
Derivative use of the Website or its contents
Downloading or copying of account information for the benefit of another party
Any use of data mining, robots, or similar data gathering and extraction tools

5.3 Client-Generated Content

For any content you upload, display, post, transmit, or share on our Website or through our services:

You retain ownership of your original content
You grant us a worldwide, royalty-free, perpetual license to use, display, and distribute such content in connection with our services
You represent and warrant that you have all necessary rights to grant this license

6. ACCEPTABLE USE POLICY

6.1 Prohibited Activities

You agree not to:

Use the Website for any unlawful purpose
Violate any international, federal, provincial, or state regulations, rules, laws, or local ordinances
Infringe upon or violate our intellectual property rights or the intellectual property rights of others
Harass, abuse, insult, harm, defame, slander, disparage, intimidate, or discriminate based on gender, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, race, age, national origin, or disability
Submit false or misleading information
Upload or transmit viruses or any other type of malicious code
Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our Website, servers, or networks
Interfere with or circumvent the security features of the Website

7. THIRD-PARTY LINKS AND AFFILIATES

7.1 Third-Party Websites

Our Website may contain links to third-party websites that are not owned or controlled by us. We have no control over, and assume no responsibility for, the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party websites.

7.2 Affiliate Relationships

We participate in various affiliate marketing programs. This means we may earn commissions on purchases made through our links to retailer sites. For complete details, please review our Affiliate Disclaimer.

7.3 Service Providers

We work with various third-party service providers including:

Payment processors (Stripe, Relayfi Bank)
Email marketing platforms (ConvertKit/ActiveCampaign)
SEO tools and analytics platforms
Web hosting and security services

8. PAYMENT TERMS

8.1 Service Fees

One-Time Services: Payment terms will be specified in the individual service agreement.
Monthly Services: Billed in advance on a monthly basis as outlined in the service agreement.
Payment Methods: We accept major credit cards via Stripe and other designated payment processors.

8.2 Late Payments

Accounts more than 15 days past due may be subject to service suspension. Reinstatement may require payment of a reinstatement fee.

8.3 Refund Policy

Audit Services: 100% refund if audit is not delivered within 5 business days
Monthly Services: Pro-rated refund for unused portion of month
One-Time Services: Case-by-case basis, see service agreement for details

9. CLIENT RESPONSIBILITIES

When engaging our services, you agree to:

Provide accurate and complete information
Grant necessary access to your Google Business Profile, website, and other platforms
Respond to requests for information or approvals in a timely manner
Implement recommended changes on your end when required
Maintain ethical business practices

10. CONFIDENTIALITY

10.1 Our Confidentiality Obligations

We will:

Protect your confidential information with reasonable security measures
Use confidential information only for providing our services
Not disclose confidential information to third parties without your consent, except as required by law

10.2 Your Confidentiality Obligations

You agree not to disclose:

Our proprietary strategies, processes, or methodologies
Pricing structures or service details
Any confidential information shared during our engagement

11. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, KTS Strategic Media LLC shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including without limitation, loss of profits, data, use, goodwill, or other intangible losses, resulting from:

Your access to or use of or inability to access or use the Website
Any conduct or content of any third party on the Website
Any content obtained from the Website
Unauthorized access, use, or alteration of your transmissions or content

12. INDEMNIFICATION

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless KTS Strategic Media LLC and its licensees and licensors, and their employees, contractors, agents, officers, and directors, from and against any and all claims, damages, obligations, losses, liabilities, costs or debt, and expenses (including but not limited to attorney’s fees), resulting from or arising out of:

Your use and access of the Website
Your violation of these Terms and Conditions
Your violation of any third-party right, including without limitation any copyright, property, or privacy right

13. DISPUTE RESOLUTION

13.1 Governing Law

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

13.2 Mandatory Arbitration

Any dispute, claim, or controversy arising out of or relating to these Terms and Conditions or the breach, termination, enforcement, interpretation, or validity thereof, including the determination of the scope or applicability of this agreement to arbitrate, shall be determined by arbitration in Nassau County, New York, before one arbitrator.

13.3 Mediation First

Before initiating arbitration, both parties agree to first attempt to resolve the dispute through informal negotiation and mediation.

14. TERMINATION

We may terminate or suspend your access to our services immediately, without prior notice or liability, for any reason whatsoever, including without limitation if you breach these Terms and Conditions.

15. SEVERABILITY

If any provision of these Terms and Conditions is held to be unenforceable or invalid, such provision will be changed and interpreted to accomplish the objectives of such provision to the greatest extent possible under applicable law, and the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect.

16. ENTIRE AGREEMENT

These Terms and Conditions, together with our Privacy Policy and Disclaimer, constitute the entire agreement between you and KTS Strategic Media LLC regarding our Website and supersede all prior and contemporaneous written or oral agreements between you and us.

17. CONTACT INFORMATION

For questions about these Terms and Conditions, please contact us:

Email: moazzum@thedigitalmalik.com
Mail: KTS Strategic Media LLC, Carle Place, NY 11514
Response Time: We strive to respond to all legal inquiries within 7 business days