SpotterHub.net Terms of Service

Last updated: 2025-05-29

1. Introduction

Welcome to SpotterHub.net (the “Service”). These Terms of Service (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of our website, applications, and related services (collectively, “SpotterHub.net”). By creating an account, uploading content, or otherwise interacting with SpotterHub, you agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, please do not use our Service.

2. Account Registration

To upload photos, leave feedback, or participate in community features, you must register an account. During registration, you will be asked to provide:

  • A chosen display name (username)
  • A valid email address
  • A secure password

You certify that you are at least the minimum legal age in your jurisdiction to form a binding contract. You are responsible for keeping your password and account information confidential and for all activity under your account. If you suspect unauthorized use, please contact us immediately at privacy@spotterhub.net.

3. User Conduct and Content

SpotterHub.net allows users to share aviation-related photos, comments, and other content (together, “User Content”). By posting User Content, you agree that:

  • You have all intellectual property rights or necessary permissions to share the content;
  • You grant SpotterHub.net a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free, sublicensable license to host, display, distribute, and create derivative works of your content in connection with operating and promoting the Service;
  • Your content is not unlawful, defamatory, obscene, harassing, or otherwise objectionable;
  • You will not impersonate any person or entity or misrepresent your affiliation with any organization;
  • You will not upload viruses, malware, or any code intended to disrupt or interfere with the Service;
  • You will not spam, solicit, or advertise commercial products or services without our prior written approval.

SpotterHub.net reserves the right to remove, refuse, or disable any content at our discretion, including content that violates these Terms or may harm the community. We also reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate these Terms.

4. Intellectual Property

All text, images, code, graphics, and other materials provided by SpotterHub.net (excluding User Content) are owned by or licensed to SpotterHub.net and are protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. You may not copy, modify, distribute, or create derivative works of SpotterHub.net’s proprietary content without prior written consent.

Any trademarks, service marks, or logos used on the Site are the property of their respective owners. Unauthorized use is strictly prohibited.

5. Privacy and Data Collection

Our collection and processing of personal data is explained in our Privacy Policy. By using SpotterHub.net, you consent to the collection and use of your information as described therein.

6. Photo Screening and Moderation

All uploaded images undergo an automated screening process to ensure basic image quality standards (size, resolution) and to detect prohibited content. Community moderators or administrators may remove or reject photos that:

  • Depict illegal, violent, or harassing content;
  • Violate intellectual property rights;
  • Are excessively low-quality (blurry, too dark, etc.); or
  • Fail to meet SpotterHub.net’s content guidelines.

Photos accepted into the gallery become viewable by all Site visitors. If you wish to remove a photo you uploaded, please use the “Delete” option on your account dashboard or contact contact@spotterhub.net.

7. Community Features and Forums

SpotterHub.net offers community-driven features such as comments, forums, and messaging. When you participate:

  • You grant SpotterHub.net a royalty-free license to display and distribute any posts or comments you make;
  • You agree not to post anything unlawful, defamatory, obscene, harassing, or infringing on the rights of others;
  • SpotterHub.net may remove or edit content that violates these Terms or our Community Guidelines;
  • SpotterHub.net does not endorse or verify the accuracy of any user-generated content; any opinions expressed are solely those of the individual user.

8. No Warranty

The Service is provided “as is” and “as available” without warranties of any kind, whether express or implied. SpotterHub.net disclaims all warranties, including implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement. We do not guarantee uninterrupted access, error-free operation, or the accuracy of any content. Use the Service at your own risk.

9. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, SpotterHub.net and its officers, directors, employees, agents, and affiliates will not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or exemplary damages arising from your use of the Service or any content, whether based on warranty, contract, tort (including negligence), or any other legal theory, even if advised of the possibility of such damages.

In jurisdictions that do not allow the exclusion of certain warranties or limitations of liability, some of the above disclaimers or limitations may not apply to you, and you might have additional rights under local law.

10. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless SpotterHub.net, its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, and agents from and against any and all claims, damages, liabilities, costs, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) arising out of or related to:

  • Your use of or inability to use the Service;
  • Your breach of these Terms;
  • Your violation of any rights of another party, including intellectual property or privacy rights;
  • Your User Content or interactions with other users.

11. Changes to the Service and Terms

SpotterHub.net reserves the right to modify or discontinue the Service (or any part of it) at any time, temporarily or permanently, with or without notice. We also reserve the right to update these Terms from time to time. When we make material changes, we will post the updated Terms on this page and update the “Last updated” date. Your continued use of the Service after any changes signifies your acceptance of those changes.

12. Termination

We may suspend or terminate your access to the Service immediately, without prior notice or liability, if you breach these Terms, engage in fraudulent or illegal activity, or for any other reason at our sole discretion. Upon termination, your right to use the Service will cease, and we may delete or disable all information associated with your account.

13. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

These Terms and any dispute arising out of or related to them will be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State or Province where SpotterHub.net is headquartered (wherever located), without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Any legal action or proceeding arising under these Terms will be brought exclusively in the courts located in that jurisdiction and you consent to the jurisdiction and venue of those courts.

14. International Access

SpotterHub.net servers are based in US and managed from Germany, and the Service is intended for users in regions where we lawfully offer services. If you access the Service from outside that region, you do so at your own risk and are responsible for compliance with local laws.

15. Contact Information

If you have any questions or concerns about these Terms, please contact us at:

Email: contact@spotterhub.net