Effective Date: December 11, 2023
Welcome to Trailblaze, an open-source project aimed at empowering users to create, share, and discover routes that offer captivating experiences, whether for scenic cycling adventures, hiking trails, or any other chosen mode of travel. These terms and conditions govern your use of the Trailblaze mobile application and its associated resources, encompassing both contributors and end-users utilizing the application.
The purpose of these terms and conditions is to establish guidelines for using, contributing to, and interacting with the Trailblaze project. Whether you are a developer contributing code or an individual utilizing the Trailblaze application, these terms outline the expectations and guidelines for your participation.
These terms cover various aspects of engagement with Trailblaze, including but not limited to:
- Utilizing the Trailblaze application as an end-user, whether by downloading, installing, or interacting with its functionalities.
- Accessing and using the Trailblaze codebase and application.
- Making contributions, including code submissions, bug reports, feature requests, and documentation improvements.
These terms and conditions apply to all users, contributors, and individuals interacting with the Trailblaze project, fostering a collaborative and respectful environment for both contributors and users.
The Trailblaze project is released under the Apache License 2.0. By accessing, contributing to, or utilizing the Trailblaze project, you agree to comply with the terms and conditions set forth in the Apache License 2.0.
Under the Apache License 2.0:
- Use: You are granted the right to use, modify, copy, and distribute the Trailblaze project's code, whether for personal, commercial, or open-source projects.
- Derivative Works: You can create and distribute derivative works based on the Trailblaze project's code under the terms of the Apache License 2.0.
- Attribution: You are required to retain and reproduce the original copyright notices, license terms, and disclaimer notices included with the Trailblaze project in all distributions and derivative works.
When contributing code or other materials to the Trailblaze project:
- License Grant: By submitting contributions, you automatically grant a license to the Trailblaze project under the terms of the Apache License 2.0, allowing the project to use, modify, and distribute your contributions.
- Compatibility: Contributions must be compatible with the Apache License 2.0. Please ensure that any submitted code or materials do not infringe on third-party rights or licenses.
Contributors and users of the Trailblaze project are encouraged to maintain an inclusive, collaborative, and respectful environment for interaction and collaboration.
The Apache License 2.0 provides permissions and limitations outlined in the license text. Please refer to the full text of the Apache License 2.0 for detailed information on your rights and obligations under this license.
Trailblaze is provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis without any warranties or guarantees, express or implied. We do not make any representations or warranties of any kind concerning the completeness, accuracy, reliability, suitability, or availability of the project or its content.
We, the contributors, maintain no liability to any party for direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or exemplary damages arising out of the use or inability to use Trailblaze, including but not limited to damages for loss of profits, goodwill, data, or other intangible losses.
Users and contributors agree to indemnify and hold Trailblaze, its maintainers, contributors, and affiliates harmless from any claims, damages, or liabilities, including reasonable attorneys' fees, arising from their use of or contributions to the project.
Trailblaze might contain links to third-party websites or resources. We do not endorse or assume any responsibility for the content, privacy practices, or activities of these linked sites or resources.
Any information, guidance, or content provided within Trailblaze should not be construed as professional advice. Users should seek professional advice or assistance as needed.
Users may terminate their usage or contributions to Trailblaze at any time by discontinuing use and ceasing contributions to the project.
Trailblaze reserves the right to terminate or suspend access to the project for any user or contributor found in breach of these terms and conditions.
In cases of termination or suspension, Trailblaze may provide notice to the affected user or contributor via the provided contact information.
Upon termination, users must cease using the project and may lose access to associated services, contributions, or content linked to their account.
Sections related to liability, indemnification, and any ongoing obligations will survive termination to the extent necessary.
These terms and conditions shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Canada, without regard to its conflict of law principles.
Any dispute, controversy, or claim arising out of or relating to these terms and conditions shall be resolved through negotiation in good faith between the parties.
In the event of failure to resolve through negotiation, both parties agree to submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Canada to resolve any disputes arising from these terms and conditions.
The official language governing these terms and conditions shall be English. Any translation of these terms is provided for convenience and should not alter the interpretation of the original English version.
Trailblaze reserves the right to modify, revise, or update these terms and conditions at any time without prior notice.
Changes to these terms will be communicated through prominent notifications within the Trailblaze mobile application or by other means deemed appropriate.
Continued use of Trailblaze after modifications to the terms indicate acceptance of the updated terms and conditions.
Users and contributors are encouraged to review the terms periodically to stay informed about any updates or modifications.
Modifications to the terms will apply prospectively from the date of their update and will not have retrospective application to actions or contributions made prior to the modifications.
If you have any questions, concerns, or inquiries regarding these terms and conditions or Trailblaze, please contact us at trailblaze.team@outlook.com.
In case of modifications to these terms or updates regarding Trailblaze, users and contributors will be notified through the provided contact information or through announcements on the platform.
Your use of Trailblaze signifies your agreement to abide by these terms and conditions. If you do not agree to these terms, please refrain from using Trailblaze. Thank you for being part of our community.