Legal Terms

Terms of Service

Last updated: January 1, 2024. These terms govern your use of GeotagEditor.com and our privacy-first GPS photo editing tool.

Key Points Summary

Important highlights before you read the full terms

Free to Use

Our tool is completely free with no hidden charges or subscriptions.

100% Browser-Based

All processing happens in your browser. No image uploads to servers.

No Warranty

Provided "as is" without any warranties. Use at your own risk.

You Own Your Data

You retain full ownership of all images and data you process.

Simple Terms

Unlike many legal documents, we've tried to keep these terms simple and readable. Our goal is transparency, not confusion.

1

Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using GeotagEditor.com, you accept and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service.

These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your access to and use of GeotagEditor.com ("the Service"), including any content, functionality, and services offered on or through the website.

By accessing or using the Service, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, you must not access or use the Service.

Important Notice

These Terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you and GeotagEditor.com. We recommend that you read them carefully.

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Description of Service

What GeotagEditor.com provides and how it works

GeotagEditor.com provides a web-based tool that allows users to:

Add GPS coordinates to JPEG photos

Edit existing GPS metadata in photos

Remove GPS data from photos

2.1 Technical Operation

The Service operates entirely in your web browser using client-side JavaScript. This means:

All image processing happens locally on your device
No images are uploaded to our servers
No personal data collection occurs

2.2 Supported Formats

Currently, the Service supports:

JPEG/JPG files No other formats

We only support JPEG format because it's the only common image format that properly supports EXIF metadata including GPS coordinates.

3

User Responsibilities

Your obligations when using our Service

When using GeotagEditor.com, you agree to:

A

Use Lawfully

Use the Service only for lawful purposes and in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.

B

Respect Privacy

Not use the Service to violate others' privacy rights or process images without proper authorization.

C

Own Your Content

Only process images that you own or have legal rights to modify.

D

Maintain Backups

Keep backups of original images before processing, as the Service modifies image metadata.

Prohibited Uses

You may not use the Service to:

  • Create misleading or fraudulent location data
  • Violate copyright or intellectual property rights
  • Harm or harass others through location data
  • Process illegal or inappropriate content
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Intellectual Property

Who owns what

4.1 Your Content

You retain all ownership rights to the images you process using our Service. We claim no ownership over any images, metadata, or content that you process through GeotagEditor.com.

Your Rights Preserved

Because all processing happens locally in your browser, we never see, access, or store your images. You maintain complete control and ownership of all your content.

4.2 Our Intellectual Property

GeotagEditor.com, including its design, logo, code, documentation, and all associated intellectual property rights, are owned by us or our licensors. You are granted a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and use the Service for personal, non-commercial purposes.

Open Source Components

Our Service may incorporate open-source software components. These components remain subject to their original licenses.

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Privacy and Data

How we handle your information

Our Service is designed with privacy as a core principle:

Client-Side Processing

All image editing occurs in your browser. Images are never uploaded to our servers.

No Image Storage

We do not store, process, or have access to your images at any point.

Minimal Tracking

We use essential cookies only for site functionality. No personal data is collected without consent.

Complete Privacy

For detailed information about data handling, please read our Privacy Policy. It explains in detail how we protect your privacy.

6

Disclaimer of Warranties

Important limitations on our service

THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED ON AN "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" BASIS WITHOUT ANY WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

Warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose
Warranties that the Service will be uninterrupted or error-free
Warranties regarding the accuracy, reliability, or completeness of the Service

Use at Your Own Risk

You acknowledge that you use the Service at your own risk. We recommend keeping backups of original images before using our tool.

6.1 Technical Limitations

The Service may have limitations including:

  • Browser compatibility issues with certain devices or browsers
  • Performance variations based on your device capabilities and image sizes
  • Potential data loss if the browser crashes during processing
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Limitation of Liability

Extent of our responsibility

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, IN NO EVENT SHALL GEOTAGEDITOR.COM, ITS DEVELOPERS, OR AFFILIATES BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION:

Data Loss

Loss of or corruption to images or metadata

Business Interruption

Loss of profits, revenue, or business opportunities

Privacy Issues

Privacy breaches resulting from user error

Technical Problems

Service interruptions or technical failures

Total Liability Cap

Our total liability to you for any claims under these Terms shall not exceed the amount you have paid us for the Service (which is $0, as the Service is free).

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Changes to Terms

How we update these terms

We reserve the right to modify or replace these Terms at any time at our sole discretion. If we make material changes, we will:

Update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page
Provide notice of changes on our website when practical
Obtain consent for significant changes where required by law

Your Responsibility

It is your responsibility to review these Terms periodically for changes. Your continued use of the Service following the posting of changes constitutes acceptance of those changes.

9

Termination

When and how access may be restricted

We may terminate or suspend your access to the Service immediately, without prior notice or liability, for any reason, including but not limited to:

Breach of these Terms of Service
Violation of applicable laws or regulations
Technical or security issues requiring service suspension

Upon termination, your right to use the Service will immediately cease. All provisions of these Terms which by their nature should survive termination shall survive, including ownership provisions, warranty disclaimers, and limitations of liability.

10

Governing Law

Legal jurisdiction for disputes

These Terms shall be governed and construed in accordance with the laws of the United States, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

International Users

Our Service is accessible worldwide. By accessing the Service, you consent to the processing of information in the United States and agree that any disputes shall be resolved in accordance with U.S. law.

10.1 Dispute Resolution

Before filing any legal action, you agree to:

  • Contact us first to attempt to resolve the dispute informally
  • Participate in good faith in any informal resolution process
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Contact Information

How to reach us with questions

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

Email

contact@geotageditor.com

Website

geotageditor.com/contact

Support

Visit our FAQ page

Response Time

We strive to respond to all inquiries within 2-3 business days. For urgent matters, please include "URGENT" in your subject line.

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Acceptance Acknowledgment

Final confirmation of agreement

BY USING GEOTAGEDITOR.COM, YOU ACKNOWLEDGE THAT YOU HAVE READ THESE TERMS OF SERVICE, UNDERSTAND THEM, AND AGREE TO BE BOUND BY THEM.

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