Terms of Use

1. Acceptance of Terms

These Terms of Use (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of Golden Hour Now, including our website, tools, and related services (collectively, the “Service”). By accessing or using the Service, you agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, do not use the Service.

2. Changes to the Service & Terms

We may update the Service and these Terms from time to time. If we make material changes, we will update the “Effective date” above and may provide additional notice as appropriate. Your continued use of the Service after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

3. Eligibility & Accounts

You must be at least 13 years old (or the age of digital consent in your jurisdiction) to use the Service. If you create an account or submit information, you agree to provide accurate, complete details and to maintain the confidentiality of any credentials. You are responsible for all activity under your access.

4. Acceptable Use

You agree to use the Service only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. You may not (and may not attempt to):

• reverse engineer, decompile, or otherwise access source code;
• circumvent technical limitations, rate limits, or security measures;
• use automated means (scrapers, bots) without our prior written permission;
• interfere with the operation of the Service or other users’ enjoyment;
• upload or transmit malware, harmful code, or illegal content;
• misrepresent your identity or affiliation, or infringe any third‑party rights.

5. Intellectual Property

All content and materials on the Service—including text, graphics, logos, icons, images, software, and data—are owned by Golden Hour Now or our licensors and are protected by intellectual property laws. Except as expressly permitted, you may not copy, modify, distribute, or create derivative works from any part of the Service.

6. User Content

If the Service allows you to submit content (e.g., feedback, messages, or listings), you retain ownership of your content. You grant Golden Hour Now a worldwide, royalty‑free, non‑exclusive license to host, use, reproduce, modify, and display your content for the purpose of operating and improving the Service. You represent that you have all rights necessary to grant this license and that your content does not violate any law or third‑party rights.

7. Third‑Party Services & Links

The Service may link to or integrate third‑party websites, APIs, or services (including map, geocoding, or form services). We do not control and are not responsible for third‑party content, policies, or practices. Your use of third‑party services is governed by their terms.

8. No Advice; Accuracy & Availability

The Service provides informational timing estimates related to golden hour and blue hour. We do not guarantee accuracy under all conditions (e.g., local weather, obstructions, time‑zone changes, or data outages). The Service is not a substitute for professional advice, and you should verify critical details independently.

9. Disclaimers

THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED “AS IS” AND “AS AVAILABLE.” TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, GOLDEN HOUR NOW DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND NON‑INFRINGEMENT. WE DO NOT WARRANT THAT THE SERVICE WILL BE ERROR‑FREE, SECURE, OR UNINTERRUPTED.

10. Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, GOLDEN HOUR NOW AND ITS OWNERS, DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, AND PARTNERS WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, OR ANY LOSS OF PROFITS, DATA, OR USE, ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH YOUR USE OF THE SERVICE, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. OUR TOTAL LIABILITY FOR ANY CLAIM RELATING TO THE SERVICE WILL NOT EXCEED ONE HUNDRED U.S. DOLLARS (US$100).

11. Indemnification

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless Golden Hour Now from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) arising out of or related to your use of the Service or violation of these Terms.

12. Suspension & Termination

We may suspend or terminate access to the Service at any time, with or without notice, including if we believe you have violated these Terms. Upon termination, your right to use the Service will cease immediately.

13. Governing Law & Dispute Resolution

These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of California, without regard to its conflict of law principles. Any disputes arising out of or relating to the Service or these Terms will be resolved in the state or federal courts located in Ventura County, California, and you consent to the jurisdiction of such courts. Where permitted, you and Golden Hour Now agree to waive any right to a jury trial.

14. Privacy

Your use of the Service is subject to our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use, and share information.

15. Contact

Questions about these Terms? Contact us at customerservice@goldenhournow.com or visit our Contact page.