Legal Terms & Privacy Policy

Last updated: May 2026

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END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT (EULA)

All Rights Reserved


Ownership: camelMaps, including its unique database of "Hidden Corners," original curated descriptions, and source code, is the exclusive intellectual property of the Licensor (Valencia, Spain). This application is protected by copyright and international intellectual property laws.

Intellectual & Industrial Property: The Erg Chebbi photographic image displayed below is the original work and exclusive property of the Licensor. It serves as the primary figurative trademark of camelMaps™.

camelMaps Trademark Logo - Official Branding

Any unauthorized reproduction, modification, distribution, or use of this image—including its use in meta-tags or third-party commercial projects—is strictly prohibited under the Spanish Intellectual Property Law (Ley de Propiedad Intelectual) and Trademark Law (Ley de Marcas). All rights are reserved.

Permitted Use: You are granted a personal, limited, non-transferable, and revocable license to use camelMaps for individual discovery and non-commercial purposes. Any form of automated data collection, "scraping," commercial redistribution, or unauthorized duplication of our curated database is strictly prohibited and constitutes a violation of our intellectual property rights.

AI-Generated Content: To provide comprehensive travel insights, place and event descriptions on camelMaps may be generated or assisted by Artificial Intelligence (including Anthropic Claude and Google Gemini). This content is provided for informational and inspirational purposes only. While we strive for quality, we do not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or safety of AI-generated suggestions.

Limitation of Liability: To the maximum extent permitted by Spanish law, camelMaps and its operators shall not be liable for any loss, injury, or travel mishaps resulting from the use of this application or reliance on its content. Users are solely responsible for verifying travel conditions, opening hours, and safety advisories with official government sources and local authorities before visiting any location.

Jurisdiction: This agreement and any disputes arising from the use of camelMaps shall be governed exclusively by the laws of Spain. You hereby consent to the jurisdiction of the courts located in Valencia, Spain, for the resolution of any legal matters related to this license.

Contact: For inquiries regarding licensing or permissions, please contact: Youssef Javadi at admin@camelmaps.org, Valencia, Spain

PRIVACY POLICY

Introduction

This privacy policy explains how we collect and use information when you visit camelMaps.

We operate as a Data Controller under the UK GDPR and the EU GDPR. Our guiding principle is "Privacy by Design": we only collect what is strictly necessary to run the site.

We are committed to protecting your privacy and keeping data collection to a minimum. We do not sell or share your personal data with third parties for marketing purposes.

Cookies We Use

PHPSESSID
NecessarySession
Standard PHP session cookie. Used for essential site functions. No personal data is stored.
camelmaps_cookie_consent
LocalStorage30 Days
Stores your choice (Accepted/Declined) and a timestamp so we respect your preference on future visits.
_ga, _ga_*
AnalyticsUp to 14 months
Google Analytics GA4. Measures site usage. Only active if you opt-in. Data is anonymized before processing.

Google Analytics

If you accept cookies, we use Google Analytics 4 (GA4) to understand how visitors use camelMaps — for example, which pages are visited and how long people stay. This helps us improve the site.

Google Analytics does not collect personally identifiable information. IP addresses are anonymized before processing. Data is processed by Google in accordance with their Privacy Policy.

International Transfers: Data may be processed by Google in the USA. We ensure this is protected via Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) to meet EU/UK adequacy standards.

If you decline cookies, Google Analytics is not loaded and no analytics data is collected from your visit.

AI-Generated Content

Place descriptions and travel advisories on camelMaps are generated using AI (Anthropic Claude & Google Gemini). While we review content where indicated, AI-generated text may contain errors, inaccuracies, or outdated information.

Always verify information from official sources before making travel or health decisions. Travel advisories should be cross-checked with your national government’s foreign travel advice.

User Accounts

You may optionally create an account on camelMaps to save places across devices. Creating an account is entirely voluntary — all core map features remain available without one.

When you register, we collect and store the following:

Email address
Account identification, password reset emails, email verification
Retained until account is deleted
First and last name
Display name on your profile
Retained until account is deleted
Password (bcrypt hash)
Account authentication. We never store your password in plain text.
Retained until account is deleted
Saved places (Want to Go / Been Here)
Cross-device sync of your personal place lists
Retained until removed by you or account is deleted
Account creation date
Displayed on your profile
Retained until account is deleted
Last login date
Security and account management
Retained until account is deleted

Google Sign-In

You may sign in using your Google account. If you do, we receive your name and email address from Google solely for the purpose of creating or identifying your camelMaps account. We do not receive access to your Google Drive, Gmail, contacts, or any other Google data.

Google Sign-In is governed by Google’s Privacy Policy. We request only the minimum scopes required (email and profile).

Account Deletion

You can permanently delete your account at any time from your profile page. Deletion immediately and permanently removes your account details and all saved places from our database. This action cannot be undone.

If you registered via Google Sign-In, deleting your camelMaps account does not affect your Google account in any way.

Session Data

When you are signed in, your user ID and name are stored in a server-side PHP session (PHPSESSID cookie). This session expires when you close your browser or sign out. No sensitive account data is stored in browser localStorage beyond what is needed to display your account state.

Your Choices

You can withdraw your cookie consent at any time by:

After clearing, the cookie consent banner will reappear on your next visit and you can make a new choice.

Contact

For inquiries regarding licensing or permissions, please contact: Youssef Javadi at admin@camelmaps.org, Valencia, Spain

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