1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing or using Locate-a-Quake ("the Service"), you agree to these Terms of Service and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please discontinue use.
2. Service Overview
Locate-a-Quake provides earthquake search, mapping, and educational content based on publicly available data from third-party providers. The Service is offered on an "as is" basis without warranties of any kind.
3. Permitted Use
- Use the Service only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these terms.
- Do not attempt to disrupt, overload, or interfere with the operation of the Service or supporting infrastructure.
- Do not reverse engineer, decompile, or attempt to access source code except where permitted by applicable law.
4. Accounts and Access
The Service currently operates without user accounts. If future features introduce account-based experiences, additional terms or registration requirements may apply. You are responsible for safeguarding any credentials provided to you.
5. Third-Party Data and Services
Locate-a-Quake integrates data and tools from the USGS Earthquake Hazards Program, OpenStreetMap, CARTO, Esri, and other providers. Each third party retains ownership of its datasets and may enforce separate terms or attribution requirements. Your use of those services is subject to the respective provider's policies.
6. Disclaimers
- The Service does not provide emergency alerts or guarantees of real-time accuracy. Always rely on official emergency channels for life-safety decisions.
- We make no warranty that the Service will be uninterrupted, error free, or free from security vulnerabilities.
- Content is provided for informational purposes only and should not be interpreted as professional advice.
7. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Locate-a-Quake and its contributors will not be liable for direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or exemplary damages arising from your use of the Service.
8. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Locate-a-Quake, its maintainers, and partners from any claims, damages, losses, or expenses arising from your use of the Service or violation of these terms.
9. Changes to the Service
We may modify, suspend, or discontinue the Service (in whole or part) at any time without notice. We may also update these terms, and continued use constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.
10. Governing Law
These terms are governed by the laws of the United States and the state or jurisdiction in which the Service is primarily operated, without regard to conflict of law principles.
11. Contact
For questions regarding these terms, email [email protected]. We aim to respond within five business days.
Last Updated: June 2025