Terms of Service

Service Description

OnlyBarks.org is a web-based directory service that helps dog owners find dog parks and off-leash areas. Our service includes:

• Searchable database of dog parks across the United States
• Interactive maps and location-based search
• Park details including amenities, hours, and contact information
• User-generated content submission and reporting features
• Park photos, reviews, and ratings

User Responsibilities

When using OnlyBarks.org, you agree to:

• Provide accurate information when submitting parks or reviews
• Use the service only for lawful purposes
• Respect other users and maintain a friendly community
• Not submit false, misleading, or spam content
• Follow all applicable local laws and park regulations
• Not attempt to damage or disrupt the service

Content and Submissions

User-Generated Content

When you submit content to OnlyBarks.org (park information, reviews, photos), you:

• Grant us a license to use, display, and distribute your content
• Confirm you have the right to submit the content
• Take responsibility for the accuracy of your submissions
• Understand that submissions become part of our public directory

Content Moderation

We reserve the right to review, edit, or remove content that violates these terms, including content that is inappropriate, inaccurate, or harmful.

Important Disclaimers

Information Accuracy

• Park information is provided "as is" and may not always be current
• We aggregate data from multiple sources and cannot guarantee accuracy
• Hours, rules, and amenities may change without notice
• Users should verify information directly with park authorities

No Liability

OnlyBarks.org and its operators are not liable for any damages, injuries, or losses that may occur from using our service or visiting parks listed in our directory.

Prohibited Uses

You may not use OnlyBarks.org to:

• Submit false or misleading park information
• Post inappropriate, offensive, or harmful content
• Spam or repeatedly submit duplicate content
• Attempt to hack, scrape, or reverse engineer our service
• Violate any applicable laws or regulations
• Infringe on intellectual property rights
• Impersonate others or misrepresent your identity

Intellectual Property

OnlyBarks.org and its content are protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws:

• The OnlyBarks.org website, design, and software are our property
• User-submitted content remains owned by the submitter
• Park data is aggregated from public sources and user contributions
• Maps and images may be subject to third-party copyrights

Service Availability

We strive to keep OnlyBarks.org available 24/7, but we cannot guarantee uninterrupted service. We may temporarily suspend service for maintenance, updates, or technical issues without prior notice.

Privacy

Your privacy is important to us. Please review our Privacy Policy to understand how we collect, use, and protect your information.

Termination

We reserve the right to terminate or suspend access to our service for users who violate these terms. You may stop using our service at any time.

Changes to Terms

We may update these terms periodically. We will post the updated terms on our website with a new "Last updated" date. Continued use of our service after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.

Governing Law

These terms are governed by the laws of the United States. Any disputes will be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with applicable arbitration rules.