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Terms of Service

Last Updated: October 20, 2026

Terms Summary in 30 Seconds

  • Free to Explore & Share: Anyone can search, explore, and bookmark publicly accessible Google My Maps for free without creating an account.
  • Google Sign-In & My Page: Signing in with Google allows you to manage and edit your submitted maps and sync your bookmarks across devices.
  • Compliance with Google Policies: Map Finder utilizes the official Google My Maps embed and sharing features. Users must comply with Google terms of service.
  • Content Takedown Policy: If you are the original creator of a map and wish to have it removed from Map Finder, contact us anytime and we will promptly delete it.
  • Verify Before Your Trip: Store hours, spots, and routes may change. Please verify the latest information on official websites before visiting.

These Terms of Service govern your use of the personal project "Map Finder by Gurutai" (the "Service"). By accessing or using the Service, you agree to be bound by these Terms.

Article 1 (General Terms)

  1. The Service is provided free of charge for browsing, searching, bookmarking, and submitting maps.
  2. By using the Service, you are deemed to have agreed to these Terms.

Article 2 (User Accounts & Google Sign-In)

  1. Users may sign in using a Google account to access account features, including editing and managing submitted maps on My Page and syncing bookmarks across devices.
  2. Users are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality and security of their linked accounts. Transferring or lending account access to third parties is strictly prohibited.
  3. In the event of unauthorized access or violation of these Terms, we reserve the right to suspend or terminate account access without prior notice.

Article 3 (Google Terms Compliance)

  1. The Service is a community directory that uses official Google My Maps embed and sharing features.
  2. Users must adhere to the Google Maps/Google Earth Additional Terms of Service and content policies.

Article 4 (Map Submissions & Rights Protection)

  1. Users may submit publicly accessible Google My Maps. Please do not submit private or restricted maps.
  2. Creator Commitment: If an original creator requests the removal of their map, we will promptly review and take it down upon request.

Article 5 (Prohibited Activities)

  • Violation of applicable laws or regulations
  • Infringement of intellectual property, privacy, or rights of others
  • Placing excessive burden on our servers or automated scraping/spam
  • Unauthorized tampering with other users' accounts or submissions

Article 6 (Disclaimer)

  1. We do not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of map data. Please check official venue sites.
  2. We assume no liability for any loss or damages resulting from the use of the Service.

Article 7 (Modifications of Terms)

We reserve the right to modify these Terms as necessary. Revised Terms become effective immediately upon posting to the Service.

Article 8 (Contact & Inquiries)

For questions or takedown requests, please reach out via our Contact Form.

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