Terms of Service

Last Updated: May 13, 2025

1. Agreement to Terms

By accessing or using HantaTrack at https://hantavirus.run/ (the "Site"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you do not agree with these Terms, please do not use the Site. These Terms apply to all visitors and users of the Site. We reserve the right to change or modify these Terms at any time.

2. Description of Service

HantaTrack is an informational website that provides publicly accessible data, maps, and information relating to hantavirus cases, distributions, risk areas, and related public health information. The Site is intended for general informational and educational purposes only. The Site is provided free of charge and does not require registration or account creation.

3. Intellectual Property

All content on the Site — including but not limited to text, graphics, maps, data visualizations, logos, icons, images, and the overall look and feel — is the property of HantaTrack or its content suppliers and is protected by applicable copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to access and use the Site for personal, non-commercial, informational purposes. You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or commercially exploit any content without our prior written permission. Some data may be sourced from third-party providers and remains the property of its respective owners.

4. Disclaimer of Warranties

THE SITE AND ALL ITS CONTENT ARE PROVIDED ON AN "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" BASIS, WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND. We make no representations or warranties that the information on the Site is accurate, complete, current, or free from errors. We make no warranty that the Site is suitable for any particular purpose, including medical, clinical, research, or public health decision-making. We do not warrant that the Site will be uninterrupted, timely, secure, or error-free.

5. Not Medical or Professional Advice

THE INFORMATION ON THIS SITE IS FOR GENERAL INFORMATIONAL AND EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY AND DOES NOT CONSTITUTE MEDICAL, CLINICAL, EPIDEMIOLOGICAL, VETERINARY, OR ANY OTHER PROFESSIONAL ADVICE. Nothing on the Site should be construed as a diagnosis or treatment recommendation, a substitute for professional medical advice, or an authoritative public health assessment. Always seek the advice of a qualified healthcare professional with any questions regarding a medical condition. In case of a medical emergency, contact your local emergency services immediately.

6. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, HantaTrack and its owners, operators, affiliates, employees, agents, or licensors shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, exemplary, or punitive damages arising out of or in connection with your use of the Site. In no event shall the total liability exceed one hundred US dollars (USD $100).

7. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless HantaTrack and its owners, operators, affiliates, employees, agents, and licensors from and against any and all claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, and expenses arising out of or in connection with your use of the Site, your violation of these Terms, or your violation of any applicable law or regulation.

8. Prohibited Conduct

You agree not to use the Site to: violate any applicable law or regulation, transmit unlawful or harmful material, impersonate any person or entity, interfere with the integrity or performance of the Site, attempt to gain unauthorized access, upload viruses or malicious code, distribute unsolicited commercial communications, or collect personal data without authorization.

9. Third-Party Links and Content

The Site may contain links to third-party websites. These links are provided for convenience only. We have no control over third-party sites and assume no responsibility for them. The inclusion of any link does not imply endorsement.

10. Privacy

Your use of the Site is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated herein by reference. By using the Site, you consent to the collection and use of information as described in our Privacy Policy.

11. Modifications to the Site

We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue the Site (or any part thereof) at any time, with or without notice. We shall not be liable for any modification, suspension, or discontinuation of the Site.

12. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with applicable law. Any dispute arising under these Terms shall be resolved exclusively in the appropriate courts of competent jurisdiction. For EU users: nothing in these Terms limits your rights as a consumer under applicable EU consumer protection law.

13. Dispute Resolution

We encourage you to contact us first at contact@hantavirus.run if you have any concern or dispute regarding the Site or these Terms. We will make reasonable efforts to resolve any dispute amicably.

14. Contact Us

If you have any questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us at contact@hantavirus.run.