Terms of Service

By accessing or using HalalMaps ("we", "us", "our", "the Service"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, you may not access or use our Service.

HalalMaps is operated from Australia and these Terms are governed by Australian law, including the Australian Consumer Law (ACL) and the Competition and Consumer Act 2010 (Cth).

We may modify these Terms at any time. We will notify users of material changes via email or prominent notice on our Service. Your continued use of the Service after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

HalalMaps is a digital platform that helps users discover halal restaurants and food establishments. Our Service includes:

• Restaurant discovery and search functionality
• User reviews and ratings system
• Restaurant information and details
• Image and content sharing features
• Business listing services for restaurant owners

We provide this Service "as is" and make no warranties about the accuracy, completeness, or availability of information on our platform.

All Users Must:

• Provide accurate and truthful information
• Respect other users and maintain civility in all interactions
• Comply with all applicable Australian laws and regulations
• Not use the Service for any illegal, harmful, or fraudulent activities
• Protect their account credentials and not share access with others
• Report inappropriate content or behavior to our moderation team

Prohibited Activities:

• Posting false, misleading, or defamatory content
• Harassment, threats, or abusive behavior toward other users
• Attempting to manipulate ratings or reviews
• Scraping, data mining, or unauthorized automated access
• Impersonating others or creating fake accounts
• Violating intellectual property rights
• Uploading malicious code, viruses, or harmful software

If you are a restaurant owner or represent a business, additional terms apply:

Business Information Requirements:

• All business information must be accurate and current
• Operating hours, contact details, and location must be truthful
• Halal certification status must be accurately represented
• Menu items and pricing should be kept up-to-date
• You must have legal authority to list the business

Business Obligations:

• Maintain accurate halal compliance as advertised
• Respond professionally to customer reviews and feedback
• Update business information when changes occur
• Comply with all relevant food safety and business regulations
• Honor any special offers or promotions listed on the platform

Our Rights Regarding Business Listings:

• We may verify business information and halal compliance
• We reserve the right to remove or modify inaccurate listings
• We may contact businesses to verify information
• We can suspend listings that violate these terms

Image Upload Requirements:

• All images must be appropriate and family-friendly
• Images must accurately represent the restaurant or food
• You must own the rights to images you upload or have permission to use them
• No sexually explicit, violent, or offensive imagery
• No copyrighted images without proper authorization
• Images should be clear, well-lit, and of reasonable quality

Prohibited Content:

• Inappropriate, offensive, or disturbing images
• Content that violates Australian classification laws
• Images of people without their consent
• Misleading or false representations of food or venues
• Content that promotes discrimination or hatred
• Spam, advertising, or promotional content (unless authorized)

Content Moderation:

• We review reported content and may remove inappropriate material
• Automated systems may flag potentially problematic content
• We reserve the right to remove content that violates these policies
• Repeat violations may result in account restrictions

Accuracy Requirements:

• All restaurant information must be accurate and verifiable
• Halal certification claims must be truthful and current
• Operating hours, contact information, and addresses must be correct
• Menu items and pricing should reflect current offerings
• Reviews must be based on genuine experiences

Verification Process:

• We may contact businesses to verify submitted information
• Halal certification may be verified with certifying bodies
• User-reported inaccuracies will be investigated
• Persistent inaccuracies may result in listing suspension

User Reporting:

• Users can report inaccurate information through our contact form
• We encourage community-driven accuracy through user feedback
• False reporting may result in account penalties

Your privacy is important to us. Our data collection and use practices are governed by ourPrivacy Policywhich complies with the Australian Privacy Principles under the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth).

• We collect only necessary information to provide our Service
• Your personal information is protected and not sold to third parties
• You have rights to access, correct, and delete your personal data
• We use reasonable security measures to protect your information

Our Rights:

• HalalMaps owns all rights to the platform, software, and branding
• Our content, design, and features are protected by copyright and trademark law
• Users may not copy, reproduce, or create derivative works without permission

User Content:

• You retain ownership of content you create and upload
• You grant us a license to use, display, and distribute your content on our platform
• You are responsible for ensuring you have rights to content you upload
• We may remove content that infringes on intellectual property rights

Service Availability: We strive to maintain service availability but do not guarantee uninterrupted access. We may temporarily suspend the Service for maintenance or updates.

Third-Party Content: We are not responsible for the accuracy of user-generated content, including reviews, ratings, and restaurant information. Users should verify information independently.

Australian Consumer Law: Nothing in these Terms excludes, restricts, or modifies any consumer rights under the Australian Consumer Law or other applicable consumer protection laws.

Limitation: To the maximum extent permitted by law, our liability is limited to the re-supply of services or payment of the cost of re-supply.

Grounds for Termination:

• Violation of these Terms of Service
• Fraudulent or misleading activity
• Harassment or abuse of other users
• Repeated uploading of inappropriate content
• Attempting to manipulate reviews or ratings

Termination Process:

• We may suspend accounts temporarily for investigation
• Serious violations may result in immediate permanent termination
• Users may close their accounts at any time through our contact form
• Upon termination, access to the Service will be discontinued

Governing Law:

These Terms are governed by the laws of Australia, including the Competition and Consumer Act 2010 (Cth), Australian Consumer Law, and Privacy Act 1988 (Cth). Any disputes will be subject to the jurisdiction of Australian courts.

Contact Us:

For questions about these Terms of Service, please use ourcontact form. We will respond to all inquiries within 48 hours.