Terms of Use

Effective Date: April 15, 2025
Last Updated: April 15, 2025

Welcome to PhotogHQ! These Terms of Use ("Terms") govern your access to and use of the PhotogHQ website, mobile app, platform, and services ("Service"). By accessing or using our Service, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, please do not use our Service.

1. Definitions

"We", "us", "our" refers to PhotogHQ, its owners, and operators.

"You", "your", "User" refers to any individual or entity using our Service.

"Service" refers to the PhotogHQ software, tools, website, mobile applications, features, and support.

2. Eligibility

To use PhotogHQ, you must:

  • Be at least 18 years of age (or have legal capacity to enter into contracts)
  • Use the Service in accordance with applicable laws and these Terms
  • Provide accurate, complete registration information

3. Account Registration & Responsibilities

When creating an account, you agree to:

  • Provide accurate and complete information
  • Maintain the confidentiality of your login credentials
  • Notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account
  • Be solely responsible for any activity that occurs under your account

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your account if we suspect any breach of these Terms.

4. Use of the Service

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

  • Reverse-engineer, copy, modify, or distribute the software
  • Upload viruses or malicious code
  • Collect or store other users' data without permission
  • Use the platform to harass, impersonate, or harm others
  • Use the platform for activities that violate photography or data privacy laws

We reserve the right to suspend accounts violating these rules without notice.

5. Intellectual Property

All content, software, design, graphics, and logos on the platform are the intellectual property of PhotogHQ or its licensors. You may not use, copy, or distribute any part of the Service without our express written consent.

You retain ownership of all content (including images, client information, and business documents) that you upload to the platform.

By using our Service, you grant us a limited license to use, store, backup, and process your data solely to operate and improve the Service.

6. Subscription & Payments

PhotogHQ is a subscription-based service. By subscribing, you agree to:

  • Pay all applicable fees for your chosen plan
  • Allow recurring billing unless canceled
  • Provide accurate payment information

All fees are non-refundable except where required by law. Failure to pay may result in suspension or termination of your access.

7. Cancellation & Termination

You may cancel your subscription at any time through your account settings.

Upon cancellation:

  • Your access to premium features will be revoked at the end of the billing period
  • Your data will remain available for 30 days, after which it may be permanently deleted

We may suspend or terminate your account for violating these Terms, failing to pay, or engaging in unlawful behavior.

8. Data Privacy & Security

We take data privacy seriously. Your information is collected, stored, and processed in accordance with our Security & Privacy Policy.

We implement industry-standard security protocols, but you acknowledge that no system is 100% secure and agree to use the Service at your own risk.

9. Third-Party Services

PhotogHQ may integrate with third-party tools (e.g., Stripe, Google Calendar, etc.). Use of those services is subject to their own terms and privacy policies. We are not responsible for third-party content or services.

10. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, PhotogHQ shall not be liable for:

  • Any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages
  • Loss of data, revenue, or business opportunity
  • Any claims arising from user content or misuse of the platform

Our total liability for any claim arising out of or relating to the use of the Service shall not exceed the amount you paid us in the past 12 months.

11. Disclaimer of Warranties

The Service is provided "as is" and "as available" without warranties of any kind, express or implied. We do not guarantee:

  • That the platform will be uninterrupted or error-free
  • That data will not be lost or corrupted
  • That the Service will meet your expectations

12. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless PhotogHQ and its team from any claims, losses, damages, or legal fees arising out of:

  • Your use of the Service
  • Your violation of these Terms
  • Your violation of any third-party rights

13. Changes to the Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. If we make significant changes, we will notify you via email or through the platform.

Your continued use of the Service after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms.

14. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of Victoria, Australia, without regard to conflict of law principles.

Any disputes shall be resolved in the courts of Victoria, Australia.

15. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about these Terms, please contact us at:

PhotogHQ
Email: support@photoghq.com
Business Address: 123 Photography Street, Melbourne, Victoria 3000, Australia