Terms & Conditions
Effective Date: January 1, 2026
These Terms and Conditions ("Terms") govern your access to and use of the Gospel Music Association website (the "Site"), operated by the Gospel Music Association ("GMA," "we," "our," or "us"). By accessing or using the Site, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, please do not use the Site.
1. Use of the Website
You may use the Site for lawful purposes only and in accordance with these Terms. You agree not to:
- Use the Site in any way that violates applicable laws or regulations
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the Site, accounts, or systems
- Interfere with or disrupt the operation or security of the Site
- Use the Site to transmit malicious code, spam, or harmful content
2. Memberships, Events, and Transactions
Certain areas of the Site may allow you to apply for membership, register for events, make donations, or purchase products or services. By completing a transaction, you agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information.
All fees, donations, and payments are non-refundable unless otherwise stated at the time of purchase or required by law.
3. Intellectual Property
All content on the Site, including text, graphics, logos, images, videos, audio, and downloadable materials, is owned by or licensed to GMA and is protected by United States and international copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.
You may view, download, and print content from the Site for personal, non-commercial use only. You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or create derivative works without prior written permission from GMA.
4. User Submissions
If you submit content to the Site (including forms, applications, feedback, or other materials), you grant GMA a non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual license to use, reproduce, and distribute such content for purposes related to our mission and operations.
You represent that you have the right to submit such content and that it does not infringe on the rights of any third party.
5. Third-Party Services and Links
The Site may include links to third-party websites or services, including tools used for analytics, email communications, and payment processing. GMA does not control and is not responsible for the content, policies, or practices of third-party sites. Your use of third-party services is subject to their respective terms and privacy policies.
6. Disclaimer of Warranties
The Site is provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis. GMA makes no warranties, express or implied, regarding the operation or availability of the Site, or the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of its content.
To the fullest extent permitted by law, GMA disclaims all warranties, including implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement.
7. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, GMA shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising out of or related to your use of the Site, even if GMA has been advised of the possibility of such damages.
8. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless GMA, its officers, directors, employees, contractors, and affiliates from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, and expenses arising from your use of the Site or violation of these Terms.
9. Termination
We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access to the Site, without notice, for conduct that we believe violates these Terms or is harmful to GMA or other users.
10. Governing Law
These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Tennessee, without regard to its conflict of law principles.
11. Changes to These Terms
We may update these Terms from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Your continued use of the Site after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.
12. Contact Information
Gospel Music Association
4012 Granny White Pike
Nashville, TN 37204
info@gospelmusic.org
These Terms and Conditions are intended to comply with applicable United States laws and reflect GMA’s commitment to operating the Site responsibly and transparently.