Terms of Service | PlatePin

1. Agreement to Terms

By accessing or using PlatePin ("Service") operated by Urban Systems Group LLC ("Company," "we," "us," or "our"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, do not use the Service.

2. Description of Service

PlatePin is a community-powered platform that enables users to share and receive real-time information about street-level events, including temporary parking restrictions, vehicle incidents, and other location-based reports.

3. User Accounts

Account Creation

To use certain features, you must create an account. You agree to:

Provide accurate, current, and complete information
Maintain and update your information
Keep your password secure and confidential
Accept responsibility for all activities under your account
Notify us immediately of any unauthorized use

Account Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate these Terms or engage in harmful behavior.

4. Acceptable Use

You agree to use PlatePin only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. You agree NOT to:

Submit false, misleading, or fraudulent reports
Harass, abuse, or harm other users
Use the Service for any illegal or unauthorized purpose
Violate any laws in your jurisdiction
Infringe upon the rights of others
Interfere with or disrupt the Service
Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the Service
Use the Service for commercial purposes without our permission
Collect or harvest user data without consent

5. User Content

Content Ownership

You retain ownership of content you submit to PlatePin. By submitting content, you grant us a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, modify, and distribute your content in connection with the Service.

Content Responsibility

You are solely responsible for the content you submit. You represent and warrant that:

You own or have the right to submit the content
Your content does not infringe any third-party rights
Your content is accurate and not misleading
Your content complies with all applicable laws

Content Moderation

We reserve the right to remove or modify content that violates these Terms or is otherwise objectionable. We are not obligated to monitor all content but may do so at our discretion.

6. Privacy and Data Use

Your use of the Service is also governed by our Privacy Policy. By using PlatePin, you consent to the collection and use of information as described in our Privacy Policy.

7. Subscription Plans and Payments

Free and Paid Plans

PlatePin offers both free and paid subscription plans. Features and limitations vary by plan as described in our pricing page.

Payment Terms

Payments are processed through secure third-party providers
Subscriptions automatically renew unless cancelled
Prices may change with 30 days notice
Refunds are handled according to our refund policy

8. Intellectual Property

The Service and its original content (excluding user content), features, and functionality are owned by Urban Systems Group LLC and are protected by international copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

9. Third-Party Services

PlatePin may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party services.

10. Disclaimers

Service "As Is"

The Service is provided "as is" and "as available" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied.

Information Accuracy

While we strive for accuracy, we cannot guarantee that all user-submitted information is accurate, complete, or current. Users should verify important information independently.

No Professional Advice

PlatePin does not provide legal, financial, or professional advice. Information on the Service should not be relied upon as such.

11. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, Urban Systems Group LLC shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including loss of profits, data, or use, arising from your use of the Service.

12. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Urban Systems Group LLC, its affiliates, and their respective officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from your use of the Service or violation of these Terms.

13. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of California, United States, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

14. Dispute Resolution

Arbitration

Any dispute arising from these Terms or the Service shall be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with the American Arbitration Association rules.

Class Action Waiver

You agree to resolve disputes on an individual basis and waive any right to participate in class actions.

15. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Material changes will be notified through the Service or via email. Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance of the new Terms.

16. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect.

17. Contact Information

For questions about these Terms, please contact us at:

Email: legal@platepin.com
Mail: Urban Systems Group LLC, San Francisco, CA