Terms of Usage

1. Nature and Scope of Services

  1. StoryMapp is a service that displays an open knowledge map highlighting interesting stories about events, persons, or objects.
  2. StoryMapp provides users with the ability to explore and discover stories through an interactive map interface.
  3. Users have the ability to:
    • View stories and content on the map
    • Save favorite stories
    • Share stories with other users
    • Access their usage history when logged in

2. Contracting Parties

The contract for the use of StoryMapp is concluded between you and Location Science GmbH.

3. Costs and Advertisements

  1. StoryMapp is provided free of charge to all users.
  2. The service is supported by advertisements displayed within the application.
  3. Users may incur data transmission charges from their internet service provider or mobile carrier when using the app.

4. Formation of the Usage Contract

  1. By using StoryMapp, you accept these Terms of Usage and the associated conditions.
  2. To save favorites and access usage history, registration is required. The following access data must be provided:
    • Personal email address (Google) or Facebook account

5. User Obligations

You agree to:

  • Use the app in compliance with all applicable laws
  • Not misuse or abuse the app’s features
  • Respect intellectual property rights
  • Not attempt to reverse engineer or modify the app
  • Not use automated systems to access the service

6. Content Disclaimer and Licenses

  1. Location Science GmbH:
    • Does not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of the content
    • Is not liable for any errors or omissions in the content
    • Reserves the right to modify or remove content at any time
    • Does not endorse or verify the accuracy of user-generated content
    • Is not responsible for third-party content or linked resources
  2. Content Licenses:
    • The content presented in StoryMapp is subject to various open source and creative commons licenses
    • Detailed information about content sources and their respective licenses can be found on our Sources and Licenses page
    • Users are responsible for complying with the terms of these licenses when using or sharing content

7. Intellectual Property

  1. All intellectual property rights in the app and its content (excluding user-generated content) belong to Location Science GmbH.
  2. You may not copy, modify, or distribute the app or its content without express permission.
  3. User-generated content remains the property of the respective users.
  4. Third-party content is subject to the licenses specified on our Sources and Licenses page.

8. Data Protection

Our handling of your personal data is governed by our Data Privacy Policy. By using the app, you consent to the collection and use of your data as described in our Privacy Policy.

9. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, Location Science GmbH:

  • Is not liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages
  • Does not guarantee uninterrupted or error-free operation of the app
  • Is not responsible for any third-party content or services
  • Is not liable for any loss of data or content

10. Changes to Terms

  1. We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time.
  2. We will notify users of significant changes through the app or via email.
  3. Continued use of the app after changes constitutes acceptance of the modified Terms.

11. Termination

  1. You may stop using the app at any time.
  2. We reserve the right to terminate or restrict access to the app for violations of these Terms.
  3. Upon termination, we will delete your personal data in accordance with our Privacy Policy.

12. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by German law. Any disputes shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Germany.

13. Contact Information

For questions about these Terms, please contact us at: contact@locationscience.com