Terms of Service

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using eatmap.com.au ("EatMap", "we", "us", or "our"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, you must not use our website or services.

2. Description of Service

EatMap is a Melbourne-based food and venue review platform. We provide original reviews and blog content about cafes, restaurants, and dining venues across Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. Registered users may also contribute reviews and upload photos of venues and food.

3. User Accounts

To access certain features of EatMap, you may need to create an account. When creating an account, you agree to:

• Provide accurate and complete information during registration
• Maintain the security and confidentiality of your login credentials
• Accept responsibility for all activities that occur under your account
• Notify us immediately of any unauthorised use of your account

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate these Terms.

4. User-Generated Content

By submitting content to EatMap (including reviews, comments, and photos), you:

• Confirm that you own or have the necessary rights to the content you submit
• Grant EatMap a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide licence to use, display, reproduce, and distribute your content on our platform
• Accept that your content may be visible to other users and the public
• Agree not to submit content that is false, misleading, defamatory, or violates any third party's rights

We reserve the right to remove any content that violates these Terms or that we deem inappropriate, without prior notice.

5. Photo Uploads

When uploading photos to EatMap, you agree that:

• You are the original photographer or have obtained permission to use and share the photo
• The photo does not contain inappropriate, offensive, or illegal content
• The photo is relevant to the venue or food being reviewed
• You will not upload photos that infringe on any person's privacy or intellectual property rights

6. Acceptable Use

You agree not to use EatMap to:

• Post spam, advertisements, or promotional material without authorisation
• Harass, abuse, or harm other users
• Impersonate any person or entity
• Upload viruses, malware, or any harmful code
• Attempt to gain unauthorised access to our systems or other users' accounts
• Use automated tools (bots, scrapers) to access or collect data from our website
• Post false or misleading reviews
• Violate any applicable Australian laws or regulations

7. Intellectual Property

All original content on EatMap, including but not limited to blog posts, reviews, graphics, logos, and website design, is the property of EatMap and is protected by Australian and international copyright laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works from our content without our prior written consent.

8. Third-Party Advertisements

EatMap may display third-party advertisements through Google AdSense. We are not responsible for the content or accuracy of these advertisements. Clicking on advertisements may redirect you to third-party websites that have their own terms and privacy policies. We encourage you to review them before engaging with those sites.

9. Disclaimer of Warranties

EatMap is provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis. We make no warranties or representations, express or implied, regarding:

• The accuracy, reliability, or completeness of any reviews or content on the platform
• The availability or uninterrupted operation of the website
• The quality, safety, or legality of any venue reviewed on EatMap

Reviews and opinions expressed on EatMap, whether by us or by users, are subjective and should not be taken as professional advice. Always use your own judgement when visiting any venue.

10. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by Australian law, EatMap and its owner shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of or inability to use the website or services, including but not limited to loss of data, revenue, or profits.

Nothing in these Terms excludes or limits liability that cannot be excluded or limited under Australian Consumer Law.

11. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless EatMap and its owner from any claims, damages, losses, or expenses (including legal fees) arising from your use of the website, your violation of these Terms, or your infringement of any third party's rights.

12. Modifications to the Service

We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any part of EatMap at any time without prior notice. We may also update these Terms from time to time. Continued use of the website after changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms.

13. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Victoria, Australia. Any disputes arising from these Terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Victoria, Australia.

14. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

15. Contact Us

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

Email: eatmapau@gmail.com

Website: eatmap.com.au