Terms and Conditions

Last Updated: December 13, 2024

1. Introduction

Welcome to Photographer Scout ("we," "our," or "us"). By accessing or using our website, mobile application, and photographer directory services (collectively, the "Services"), you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions.

2. Services Description

We provide a comprehensive photographer directory and booking platform, including:

• Photographer profile listings and portfolios
• Search and discovery tools
• Booking and scheduling system
• Secure payment processing
• Messaging and communication tools
• Review and rating system

3. User Accounts

3.1 Registration

To use our Services, you must:

• Be at least 18 years of age
• Register for an account with accurate information
• Maintain the security of your account credentials
• For photographers: provide valid professional credentials and portfolio

3.2 Account Responsibilities

You are responsible for:

• All activities under your account
• Maintaining accurate contact and availability information
• Protecting your account credentials
• Notifying us of unauthorized use
• For photographers: maintaining accurate pricing and availability information

4. Intellectual Property

4.1 Content Ownership

• Photographers retain ownership of their portfolio content
• You grant us a license to display and promote your content on our platform
• You warrant that your content doesn't violate any third-party rights
• Photographers are responsible for obtaining necessary model releases and permissions

4.2 Platform Content

• Our platform's design, logos, and features are protected by intellectual property laws
• Users may not copy or reproduce platform features without permission

5. Usage Guidelines

5.1 Acceptable Use

You agree not to:

• Upload illegal or harmful content
• Attempt to circumvent our security measures
• Use our Services to infringe others' rights
• Resell or redistribute our Services without authorization

5.2 Resource Usage

• We may impose reasonable limitations on processing resources
• Excessive usage may result in additional charges
• We reserve the right to optimize storage and processing

6. Payments and Subscriptions

6.1 Fees

• Subscription fees are billed [monthly/annually]
• Processing credits expire after [time period]
• All fees are non-refundable unless required by law

6.2 Cancellation

• You may cancel your subscription at any time
• Cancellation takes effect at the end of the current billing period
• No partial refunds for unused time

7. Termination

We reserve the right to:

• Suspend or terminate accounts violating these terms
• Remove content violating these terms
• Modify or discontinue Services with reasonable notice

8. Disclaimers and Limitations

8.1 Service Availability

• Services are provided "as is" and "as available"
• We do not guarantee uninterrupted or error-free service
• We may conduct maintenance with reasonable notice

8.2 Limitation of Liability

Our liability is limited to:

• The amount paid for Services in the past 12 months
• Direct damages only
• Excludes consequential or indirect damages

9. Changes to Terms

We may modify these terms with:

• 30 days notice for material changes
• Immediate effect for non-material changes
• Notice via email or in-app notification

10. Contact Information

For questions about these terms, contact us at: [Your Contact Information]

11. Governing Law

These terms are governed by the laws of [Your Jurisdiction]