Terms of Service

Welcome to StreetArtWorldMap ("StreetArtWorldMap", "we", "our", or "us").

StreetArtWorldMap is a global platform for discovering, documenting, sharing, and celebrating street art and public art culture around the world.

By accessing or using our website, applications, or services, you agree to these Terms of Service.

If you do not agree with these terms, you may not use the platform.

1. Eligibility

You must:

• be at least 13 years old,
• comply with local laws,
• provide accurate account information.

If you create an account on behalf of an organization, you confirm that you have authority to do so.

2. User Accounts

You are responsible for:

• maintaining account security,
• safeguarding passwords,
• activity occurring under your account.

We reserve the right to suspend, restrict, or terminate accounts that violate these Terms or applicable laws.

3. User Content

Users may upload photographs, comments, collections, artist information, geo locations, and other content ("User Content").

You retain ownership of your User Content.

However, by uploading content to StreetArtWorldMap, you grant us a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to host, store, reproduce, display, distribute, and promote your content in connection with operating and promoting the platform.

This license ends when content is deleted, except where:

• backups exist,
• legal retention is required,
• or content has been shared publicly by others.

4. Responsibility for Uploaded Content

You confirm that you own the content you upload, or you have the legal right to upload and share it.

You may not upload content that:

• infringes copyrights,
• violates privacy rights,
• contains illegal material,
• promotes hate or violence,
• or violates applicable law.

5. Street Art & Copyright

StreetArtWorldMap respects artists and copyright holders.

Uploading a photograph of street art does not transfer ownership of the artwork itself.

Artists retain rights to their original works where applicable under copyright law.

If you believe content infringes your rights, please contact: hello@streetartworldmap.com

6. Moderation & Removal

We may remove content, restrict visibility, disable accounts, or moderate submissions at our discretion.

We are not obligated to monitor all content proactively.

7. Platform Availability

We do not guarantee uninterrupted availability.

Features may change, be modified, or removed without notice.

8. Third-Party Services

The platform may integrate with:

• Google Maps,
• Apple login,
• analytics providers,
• payment providers,
• social platforms,
• and other third parties.

Their terms and policies apply separately.

9. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, StreetArtWorldMap shall not be liable for:

• indirect damages,
• lost profits,
• data loss,
• user-generated content,
• or actions of third parties.

Use of the platform is at your own risk.

10. Termination

You may stop using the platform at any time.

We may suspend or terminate access if:

• these Terms are violated,
• illegal behavior occurs,
• platform abuse occurs.

11. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by Danish law.

Disputes shall be handled by the courts of Denmark unless mandatory EU consumer protections require otherwise.

12. Contact

Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

StreetArtWorldMap respects your privacy and processes personal data in accordance with the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

This Privacy Policy explains:

• what data we collect,
• why we collect it,
• how we use it,
• and your rights.

2. Data We Collect

We may collect:

• account information,
• email address,
• username,
• profile information,
• uploaded content,
• device/browser information,
• IP address,
• approximate location,
• analytics data,
• cookie identifiers,
• interactions with the platform.

3. Legal Basis

We process personal data based on:

• contract performance,
• legitimate interests,
• consent,
• legal obligations.

4. How We Use Data

We use data to:

• operate the platform,
• manage accounts,
• provide maps and location features,
• improve services,
• prevent abuse,
• communicate with users,
• analyze usage,
• comply with legal obligations.

5. Cookies & Analytics

We use cookies and similar technologies.

Non-essential cookies are only activated after consent where legally required.

See our Cookie Policy for details.

6. Sharing of Data

We may share data with trusted providers including:

• hosting providers,
• analytics providers,
• authentication providers,
• map providers,
• cloud infrastructure providers.

We do not sell personal data.

7. International Transfers

Some providers may process data outside the EU/EEA.

Where applicable, we rely on:

• EU adequacy decisions,
• Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs),
• or equivalent safeguards.

8. Retention

We retain data only as long as necessary for:

• platform operation,
• legal compliance,
• dispute resolution,
• security purposes.

9. Your Rights

Under GDPR, you may have rights to:

• access your data,
• correct inaccuracies,
• request deletion,
• restrict processing,
• object to processing,
• data portability,
• withdraw consent.

Requests may be sent to: hello@streetartworldmap.com

10. Complaints

You may lodge complaints with the Danish Data Protection Agency (Datatilsynet).

11. Contact

Cookie Policy

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device to improve website functionality and user experience.

Essential Cookies

Required for:

• login,
• security,
• session handling,
• platform functionality.

Analytics Cookies

Used to understand:

• traffic,
• feature usage,
• performance.

Preference Cookies

Used to remember:

• settings,
• language,
• display preferences.

Marketing Cookies

Only used with explicit consent.

Managing Consent

Users may accept, reject, or modify cookie preferences at any time.

Third-Party Cookies

Third parties may include:

• Google Analytics,
• Cloudflare,
• embedded services,
• social integrations.

Cookie Declaration

The full list of cookies used on this site is automatically maintained below:

Acceptable Use Policy

Prohibited Content & Behaviour

Users may not:

• upload illegal content,
• upload copyrighted material without rights,
• harass others,
• spread hate speech,
• impersonate others,
• spam,
• scrape the platform,
• abuse APIs,
• upload malware,
• manipulate rankings,
• artificially inflate engagement,
• use bots without permission,
• attempt unauthorized access.

Prohibited Content

Content promoting:

• violence,
• terrorism,
• exploitation,
• discrimination,
• or criminal activity

is strictly prohibited.

Enforcement

We reserve the right to moderate, remove, restrict, or terminate accounts that violate this policy, at our sole discretion and without prior notice.

Copyright & Takedown Policy

StreetArtWorldMap respects creators, photographers, and artists.

Reporting Infringement

If you believe content on StreetArtWorldMap infringes your copyright, please contact us at hello@streetartworldmap.com

Your report must include:

• identification of the copyrighted work,
• URL or location of the infringing content,
• your contact information,
• a good-faith statement that the use is not authorised,
• a statement confirming your ownership or authority to act.

Our Response

Upon receiving a valid report, we may:

• remove the content,
• disable access to it,
• warn the responsible user,
• suspend repeat offenders.

Community Guidelines

StreetArtWorldMap exists to celebrate:

• street art,
• creativity,
• exploration,
• and culture.

We Encourage

• respectful behavior,
• artist attribution,
• constructive participation,
• high-quality uploads,
• authentic discovery.

We Do Not Allow

• harassment,
• hate speech,
• doxxing,
• spam,
• abusive behavior,
• stolen content,
• fake engagement.

Respect artists, local communities, and public spaces.