Terms of Service

Last updated: March 21, 2024

Agreement to Terms

By accessing or using MinnesotaPics, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service and all applicable laws and regulations.

Definitions

  • "Platform" refers to MinnesotaPics website and services
  • "Content" refers to photographs, images, and related materials
  • "User" refers to anyone who accesses or uses the Platform
  • "Contributor" refers to photographers who upload Content
  • "License" refers to the terms under which Content may be used

User Accounts

Account Requirements

  • Must be 18 years or older
  • Provide accurate information
  • Maintain account security
  • Not share account credentials

Account Termination

  • We may suspend or terminate accounts for violations
  • Users may delete their account at any time
  • Some obligations survive account termination

Content Licenses

Personal License

  • Non-commercial use only
  • No redistribution rights
  • Personal printing allowed
  • Social media sharing permitted with attribution

Commercial License

  • Business and commercial use
  • Marketing and advertising rights
  • Multiple-use authorization
  • Extended usage rights

Enterprise License

  • Unlimited usage rights
  • Custom modifications allowed
  • Extended distribution rights
  • Priority support included

Contributor Terms

Rights and Ownership

  • Contributors retain copyright ownership
  • Grant platform license to distribute
  • Responsible for content accuracy
  • Must have necessary rights and permissions

Revenue Sharing

  • Commission structure defined in contributor agreement
  • Monthly payment processing
  • Minimum payout thresholds apply
  • Tax documentation requirements

Prohibited Activities

  • Unauthorized content distribution
  • Copyright infringement
  • Account sharing or resale
  • Automated downloading
  • Misrepresentation of rights
  • Platform manipulation

Limitation of Liability

MinnesotaPics provides the platform "as is" and makes no warranties, express or implied, regarding the platform's availability, accuracy, or fitness for a particular purpose.

We shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of the platform.

Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these terms at any time. Users will be notified of significant changes, and continued use of the platform constitutes acceptance of modified terms.

Contact Information

For questions about these terms, please contact us:

  • Email: legal@minnesotapics.com
  • Address: Minneapolis, MN, USA

By using MinnesotaPics, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service.