1.Acceptance of Terms
Welcome to Photomaster. These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your use of our website and services provided by Kintiq, Pvt. Ltd. ("we," "our," or "us").
By accessing or using Photomaster, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you disagree with any part of these terms, you may not use our services.
2.Description of Service
Photomaster is a digital marketplace that enables photographers to sell their work and buyers to purchase high-quality photography. Our platform facilitates:
- Photo uploads and portfolio management for photographers
- Browse and search functionality for buyers
- Secure payment processing and digital delivery
- User accounts and profile management
- Community features including likes and collections
3.User Accounts
Account Creation
To use our services, you must create an account and provide accurate information. You are responsible for maintaining the security of your account credentials.
Account Types
- Buyer Account: Purchase and download photos
- Photographer Account: Upload, sell, and manage photo portfolios
Account Responsibilities
You agree to:
- Provide accurate and current information
- Maintain the security of your account
- Notify us immediately of any unauthorized use
- Not share your account with others
4.Content and Intellectual Property
User Content
Photographers retain ownership of their uploaded photos. By uploading content, you grant Photomaster a license to display, distribute, and process your content for the purpose of operating our marketplace.
Content Standards
All uploaded content must:
- Be original work or properly licensed
- Not infringe on third-party rights
- Comply with applicable laws and regulations
- Meet our quality and content guidelines
- Not contain inappropriate, offensive, or harmful material
License to Buyers
When you purchase a photo, you receive a non-exclusive license to use the image according to the license terms specified at the time of purchase.
5.Payments and Transactions
Pricing
Photographers set their own prices for photos. All prices are displayed in our virtual currency (coins). Buyers must purchase coins to make transactions.
Payment Processing
We use secure third-party payment processors. All transactions are final, though refunds may be issued at our discretion for technical issues.
Photographer Earnings
Photographers earn a percentage of each sale. Earnings can be withdrawn according to our payout schedule and minimum withdrawal requirements.
6.Prohibited Activities
You agree not to:
- Upload content you don't own or have rights to
- Engage in fraudulent or deceptive practices
- Circumvent our payment or security systems
- Use automated tools to access our platform
- Spam, harass, or abuse other users
- Upload inappropriate, offensive, or illegal content
- Violate any applicable laws or regulations
- Interfere with the operation of our platform
7.Platform Policies
Content Moderation
We reserve the right to review, moderate, and remove content that violates our terms or community guidelines. Content approval may take time.
Account Suspension
We may suspend or terminate accounts that violate these Terms or engage in prohibited activities. Suspended users forfeit access to earnings.
8.Privacy and Data Protection
Your privacy is important to us. Please review our Privacy Policy to understand how we collect, use, and protect your information.
By using our services, you consent to our privacy practices as outlined in our Privacy Policy.
9.Disclaimers and Limitation of Liability
Service Availability
Our services are provided "as is" without warranties. We don't guarantee uninterrupted access or error-free operation of our platform.
Content Quality
While we moderate content, we don't guarantee the accuracy, quality, or legality of user-uploaded content.
Limitation of Liability
Our liability is limited to the amount you paid for services in the 12 months preceding any claim. We're not liable for indirect or consequential damages.
10.Termination
Either party may terminate this agreement at any time. Upon termination:
- Your access to the platform will be revoked
- Purchased content remains accessible according to license terms
- Pending earnings may be forfeited for policy violations
- Some provisions of these Terms will survive termination
11.Changes to Terms
We may modify these Terms at any time. Material changes will be communicated through our platform or by email. Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance.
We encourage you to review these Terms periodically to stay informed of any updates.
12.Governing Law and Disputes
These Terms are governed by the laws of the Republic of Maldives. Any disputes will be resolved through the appropriate courts in the Maldives.
If any provision of these Terms is found unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue in full force.
13.Contact Information
If you have questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us:
Email: legal@photomaster.com
Company: Kintiq, Pvt. Ltd.
Address: Jewel, Dh.Kudahuvadhoo
Boduthakurufaanu Magu, Dhaalu Atoll
13080, Maldives
For general support inquiries, please use support@photomaster.com