Last Updated: 23 January 2025
1. Acceptance of Terms Welcome to the websites owned and operated by Fortress Entertainment PTY LTD, including Fortress of Solitude (fortressofsolitude.co.za), Sneaker Fortress (sneakerfortress.com), 23JumpmanStreet (23jumpmanstreet.com), and Lifestyle Fortress (lifestylefortress.com). Fortress Entertainment is a South African business owned and operated by Jarrod Saunders, with support from a small team of independent contractors. Our physical address is Fortress of Solitude Office South Africa, Fortress Entertainment, De Velde Estate, De Beers Avenue, Firgrove Rural, Somerset West, 7130, South Africa. Fortress of Solitude Office USA, Fortress of Solitude LLC, 30 N Gould ST STE R, Sheridan, WY 8280, United States of America. By accessing or using these websites, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use our websites.
2. Use of the Sites
2.1 Content: All information on these websites is for general informational purposes only. While we strive to provide accurate and up-to-date information, the content may be updated, changed, or removed at any time without notice to improve user experience. Some content may become outdated or inaccurate. Any product claim, statistic, price, quote, or representation about a product or service should be independently verified with the manufacturer, provider, or party in question.
2.2 Restrictions: You may not use the sites for any unlawful purpose, to infringe on any party’s rights, or to violate any applicable laws, including but not limited to South African and California consumer protection laws.
2.3 Accessibility: We do not guarantee that the sites will always be available or free of errors. Access may be interrupted for maintenance or other reasons beyond our control.
3. Intellectual Property Rights
3.1 Ownership: All content on these sites, including text, graphics, logos, and images, is the property of Fortress Entertainment or its content suppliers and is protected by international copyright laws.
3.2 Use of Content: Content may not be reproduced, distributed, or used in any way other than as explicitly permitted under these terms.
4. User Responsibilities
4.1 Account Security: If you create an account on any of our sites, you are responsible for maintaining the security of your account and for all activities under your account.
4.2 User Conduct: You agree not to engage in any conduct that could harm the sites, their functionality, or other users. This includes, but is not limited to, introducing malicious software, spamming, or attempting unauthorized access to our systems.
5. Disclaimers The content on Fortress Entertainment websites is provided “as is” and without warranties of any kind, whether express or implied. We do not guarantee the accuracy, reliability, or completeness of any content. Fortress Entertainment is not responsible for decisions made based on the information provided, including product recommendations.
6. Limitation of Liability Fortress Entertainment and its affiliates will not be liable for any damages arising from your use or inability to use the websites, including but not limited to direct, indirect, incidental, punitive, or consequential damages. This limitation applies to the fullest extent permitted by applicable laws, including but not limited to South African and California consumer protection regulations.
7. Advertising and Affiliate Links These sites generate income from various sources, including but not limited to paid advertising, sponsorships, affiliate commissions, and sales of products and services. This income helps cover the costs of running these websites, including hosting, email marketing, product creation and delivery, and team compensation.
7.1 Affiliate Links: Some pages contain affiliate links, which allow us to earn commissions on referred purchases at no additional cost to you. Clicking an affiliate link places a cookie on your device to track referrals. If you make a purchase, we may receive a portion of the sale. For more information on cookies, refer to our Privacy Policy.
7.2 Advertising: Fortress Entertainment is affiliated with CMI Marketing, Inc., d/b/a Raptive (“Raptive”) for placing advertising on the sites. Raptive collects and uses data for advertising purposes. To learn more about Raptive’s data usage, visit https://raptive.com/creator-advertising-privacy-statement. We are also participants in Monotote’s Affiliate Program, which allows us to earn fees by linking to Nike.com and affiliated sites. While compensation influences some content, all views and opinions expressed are our own. We only recommend products and services we would recommend to a trusted friend. All affiliate disclosures comply with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) guidelines.
8. Comments Policy We welcome opinions and friendly debates on our websites and social media platforms. However, comments that are mean-spirited, malicious, or spammy will be removed without notice. By leaving a comment, you grant us the right to use the comment in part or in whole, whether on our sites or promotional materials.
8.1 Email Notifications: If you leave a comment, you may receive email notifications about replies.
8.2 Third-Party Comments: Comments on our sites or social media platforms are created by independent third parties and may not reflect the views of Fortress Entertainment or its owner.
9. AI Policy All content on our websites is created, edited, and fact-checked by real humans. We may use AI tools for tasks such as brainstorming ideas, checking grammar, or analyzing readability. However, no sensitive client or reader data is shared with AI chatbots or services like ChatGPT or Bard.
10. Modifications to Terms We reserve the right to modify these Terms of Service at any time. Continued use of our websites after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the revised terms.
11. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution These Terms are governed by the laws of South Africa. Any disputes arising from the use of our websites will be resolved exclusively in the courts of South Africa. Where applicable, compliance with California consumer protection laws will be ensured.
12. Contact Information For questions about these Terms of Service, conflicts of interest, or advertising policies, please contact us at jarrodsaunders@fortressza.com.