Terms of Service

1. Introduction

Welcome to Dog Atlas. These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your access to and use of the Dog Atlas website and services (collectively, the "Service"), operated by Gustavo Del Prato("we," "us," or "our").

By accessing or using Dog Atlas, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use our Service.

2. Service Description

Dog Atlas is a platform that helps dog owners discover dog-friendly places including cafés, restaurants, parks, beaches, and other venues where dogs are welcome. Our Service includes:

• Directory of dog-friendly locations worldwide
• User-generated reviews and ratings
• Photo uploads and location information
• Search and filtering capabilities
• User accounts and community features

3. User Accounts and Registration

3.1 Account Creation

To access certain features, you may need to create an account. You agree to:

• Provide accurate, current, and complete information
• Maintain and update your information to keep it accurate
• Maintain the security of your password and account
• Accept responsibility for all activities under your account
• Notify us immediately of any unauthorized use

3.2 Age Requirement

You must be at least 13 years old to use Dog Atlas. By using the Service, you represent that you meet this age requirement.

4. User Content and Conduct

4.1 Content Submission

By submitting content (reviews, photos, place suggestions, etc.) to Dog Atlas, you:

• Grant us a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, display, and distribute your content
• Represent that you own or have the right to submit the content
• Agree that your content does not violate any third-party rights
• Agree to submit accurate and truthful information

4.2 Prohibited Content and Conduct

You agree NOT to:

• Submit false, misleading, or inaccurate information
• Post content that is illegal, harmful, threatening, abusive, harassing, defamatory, or obscene
• Violate any intellectual property rights
• Upload malicious code or viruses
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems
• Use the Service for commercial spam or advertising without permission
• Impersonate others or misrepresent your affiliation
• Harass, bully, or harm other users

4.3 Content Moderation

We reserve the right to review, moderate, edit, or remove any user content that violates these Terms or is deemed inappropriate, at our sole discretion, without notice.

5. Intellectual Property Rights

5.1 Our Content

The Dog Atlas Service, including its design, features, graphics, and content (excluding user content), is owned by Gustavo Del Prato and protected by copyright, trademark, and other laws. You may not copy, modify, distribute, or create derivative works without our written permission.

5.2 Trademarks

"Dog Atlas" and related logos are trademarks of Gustavo Del Prato. You may not use these marks without prior written permission.

6. Disclaimer of Warranties

7. Limitation of Liability

8. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Gustavo Del Prato and Dog Atlas from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, and expenses (including legal fees) arising from:

• Your use of the Service
• Your content submissions
• Your violation of these Terms
• Your violation of any third-party rights

9. Privacy and Data Protection

Your use of Dog Atlas is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information in compliance with GDPR and other applicable data protection laws.

Please review our Privacy Policy to understand our data practices.

10. Termination

10.1 By You

You may stop using the Service and delete your account at any time by contacting us at inksky11@gmail.com.

10.2 By Us

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access to the Service at any time, with or without cause, with or without notice, including for:

• Violation of these Terms
• Fraudulent or illegal activity
• Abuse of the Service or other users
• Extended periods of inactivity

10.3 Effect of Termination

Upon termination, your right to use the Service ceases immediately. Sections of these Terms that by their nature should survive termination will survive, including warranty disclaimers, limitations of liability, and dispute resolution provisions.

11. Third-Party Links and Services

Dog Atlas may contain links to third-party websites, services, or businesses (e.g., Google Maps, social media). We are not responsible for:

• The content, privacy policies, or practices of third-party sites
• Any transactions between you and third parties
• The accuracy of information provided by external sources

12. Dispute Resolution

12.1 Informal Resolution

If you have any dispute with us, please contact us first at inksky11@gmail.com to attempt to resolve the matter informally.

12.2 Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the jurisdiction where the operator is based, without regard to conflict of law provisions.

12.3 Jurisdiction

You agree to submit to the personal jurisdiction of the courts located in the operator's jurisdiction for any legal proceedings.

13. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will notify users of material changes by:

• Updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page
• Posting a notice on the website
• Sending an email to registered users (for significant changes)

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

14. General Provisions

14.1 Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Dog Atlas regarding the Service.

14.2 Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in full effect.

14.3 Waiver

Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms will not be considered a waiver of those rights.

14.4 Assignment

You may not assign or transfer these Terms without our prior written consent. We may assign our rights and obligations without restriction.

15. Contact Information

If you have questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us: