Terms of Service

Acceptance of Terms

These Terms of Service ("Terms") constitute a legally binding agreement between you ("User," "you," or "your") and GeoInfer ("Company," "we," "us," or "our") regarding your use of our AI-powered geolocation service and related website (collectively, the "Service").

By accessing, browsing, or using our Service, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to these Terms, you must not access or use our Service.

Description of Service

GeoInfer provides an AI-powered geolocation service that analyzes images to predict their geographic location. Our Service includes:

Image Analysis: Upload images for AI-powered location prediction
Geolocation Results: Receive location estimates with confidence scores
API Access: Programmatic access to our geolocation capabilities
Web Interface: User-friendly web application for image analysis
Support Services: Customer support and technical assistance

Our Service is designed for professional use cases including OSINT investigations, law enforcement, journalism, and security applications.

Eligibility

To use our Service, you must:

Be at least 18 years of age or the age of majority in your jurisdiction
Have the legal capacity to enter into binding contracts
Not be prohibited from using the Service under applicable laws
Provide accurate and complete registration information
Maintain the security and confidentiality of your account credentials

By using our Service, you represent and warrant that you meet these eligibility requirements.

User Accounts

Account Creation

To access certain features of our Service, you must create an account by providing:

Valid email address
Secure password meeting our security requirements
Accurate profile information
Acceptance of these Terms and our Privacy Policy

Account Security

You are responsible for:

Maintaining the confidentiality of your login credentials
All activities that occur under your account
Notifying us immediately of any unauthorized use
Using strong, unique passwords and enabling two-factor authentication when available

Account Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your account if you:

Violate these Terms or our Acceptable Use Policy
Engage in fraudulent or illegal activities
Fail to pay applicable fees
Remain inactive for an extended period (12+ months)

Acceptable Use Policy

Permitted Uses

You may use our Service for legitimate purposes, including:

OSINT Investigations: Open source intelligence gathering and analysis
Law Enforcement: Criminal investigations and evidence analysis (with proper authorization)
Journalism: News reporting and fact-checking activities
Security Research: Academic and professional security research
Personal Use: Non-commercial analysis of your own images

Prohibited Uses

You may not use our Service to:

Illegal Activities: Any unlawful purpose or activity
Privacy Violations: Stalking, harassment, or unauthorized surveillance
Harmful Content: Analyze images containing illegal, harmful, or exploitative content
System Abuse: Attempt to reverse engineer, hack, or compromise our systems
Spam or Abuse: Send unsolicited communications or abuse our support systems
Competitive Intelligence: Use our Service to develop competing products

Content Policies

When using our Service, you must not upload images that:

Contain illegal content or violate applicable laws
Infringe on intellectual property rights of others
Contain malware, viruses, or malicious code
Depict minors in inappropriate contexts
Violate privacy rights of individuals

Intellectual Property Rights

Our Intellectual Property

The Service and all related technology, including but not limited to:

AI models and algorithms
Software code and architecture
User interface and design elements
Trademarks, logos, and branding
Documentation and training materials

Are owned by GeoInfer and protected by intellectual property laws. No rights are granted to you except as expressly set forth in these Terms.

User Content

You retain ownership of images you upload to our Service. However, you grant us a limited license to:

Process images to provide geolocation analysis
Use aggregated, anonymized data to improve our Service
Store analysis results and metadata as described in our Privacy Policy

Important: Uploaded images are processed in real-time and are not stored on our servers.

License Grants

Subject to these Terms, we grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to use our Service for your intended purposes. This license does not include the right to:

Sublicense, sell, or distribute our Service
Modify, reverse engineer, or create derivative works
Remove or alter proprietary notices
Use our Service beyond your subscription limits

Privacy and Data Protection

Your privacy is important to us. Our collection, use, and protection of your personal information is governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference.

Key privacy commitments:

No Image Storage: Uploaded images are processed in real-time and immediately discarded
Data Minimization: We collect only the information necessary to provide our Service
Security: Industry-standard security measures protect your data
Transparency: Clear information about our data practices

Payment Terms

Subscription Plans

We offer various subscription plans with different features and usage limits. Current pricing and plan details are available on our website. All fees are quoted in US Dollars unless otherwise specified.

Billing and Payment

Payment Methods: We accept major credit cards and other payment methods as displayed at checkout
Recurring Billing: Subscription fees are billed in advance on a recurring basis
Price Changes: We may change our pricing with 30 days' notice
Taxes: You are responsible for applicable taxes
Failed Payments: Failed payments may result in service suspension

Refunds and Cancellation

Cancellation: You may cancel your subscription at any time through your account settings
Effective Date: Cancellations take effect at the end of the current billing period
Refunds: We do not provide refunds for partial months or unused services
Free Trials: Free trial terms are specified at signup and may be modified

Service Availability

Uptime and Maintenance

We strive to maintain high service availability but cannot guarantee uninterrupted access. We may:

Perform scheduled maintenance with advance notice
Implement emergency maintenance as needed
Experience temporary outages due to technical issues
Modify or discontinue features with reasonable notice

API Usage

API access is subject to:

Rate Limits: Usage limits based on your subscription plan
Authentication: Valid API keys required for all requests
Monitoring: We monitor API usage for compliance and performance
Changes: API specifications may change with reasonable notice

Disclaimers

THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND. We disclaim all warranties, express or implied, including:

Accuracy: We do not guarantee the accuracy of geolocation predictions
Availability: Continuous, uninterrupted access to the Service
Fitness: Suitability for any particular purpose
Non-Infringement: That the Service will not infringe third-party rights
Security: Complete security against all threats

AI Limitations: Our AI models provide predictions based on visual analysis. Results should be verified through additional means for critical applications.

Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, GEOINFER SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR:

Indirect Damages: Consequential, incidental, or punitive damages
Business Losses: Lost profits, revenue, or business opportunities
Data Loss: Loss or corruption of data or information
Service Interruption: Damages from service outages or maintenance
Third-Party Actions: Actions of third-party service providers

Damage Cap: Our total liability shall not exceed the amount paid by you for the Service in the 12 months preceding the claim.

Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless GeoInfer and its officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, losses, or expenses arising from:

Your use of the Service in violation of these Terms
Your violation of applicable laws or regulations
Infringement of third-party rights by your content or activities
Your negligent or wrongful conduct

Termination

Termination by Us

We may terminate or suspend your access immediately if you:

Breach these Terms or our policies
Engage in illegal or harmful activities
Fail to pay required fees
Abuse or misuse the Service

Termination by You

You may terminate your account at any time by:

Canceling your subscription through account settings
Contacting our support team
Following the cancellation procedures provided

Effect of Termination

Upon termination:

Your access to the Service will cease immediately
All data associated with your account may be deleted
Outstanding fees remain due and payable
Certain provisions of these Terms will survive termination

Governing Law

These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of [Jurisdiction], without regard to conflict of law principles. Any legal action or proceeding arising under these Terms will be brought exclusively in the courts located in [Jurisdiction].

Dispute Resolution

Before filing any legal action, you agree to:

Direct Communication: Contact us directly to resolve disputes
Good Faith Negotiation: Engage in good faith discussions for 30 days
Mediation: Consider mediation before litigation
Individual Claims: Pursue claims individually, not as part of a class action

General Provisions

Entire Agreement: These Terms constitute the complete agreement between us
Severability: Invalid provisions do not affect the validity of remaining terms
No Waiver: Failure to enforce any provision does not constitute a waiver
Assignment: We may assign these Terms; you may not without our consent
Force Majeure: Neither party is liable for delays due to circumstances beyond their control

Changes to Terms

We may modify these Terms at any time. We will notify you of material changes by:

Posting updated Terms on our website
Sending email notifications to registered users
Displaying prominent notices in our Service
Providing at least 30 days' notice for material changes

Your continued use of the Service after changes take effect constitutes acceptance of the modified Terms.

Contact Information

For questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us:

Legal Team

legal@geoinfer.com

General Support

support@geoinfer.com

Mailing Address

GeoInfer Legal Department
[Company Address]
[City, State, ZIP Code]

Business Hours

Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM [Time Zone]

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