terms_of_service

Last Updated: December 13, 2025

Welcome to OpenRue. By accessing or using our website, you agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms of Service. Please read them carefully.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using OpenRue ("the Service"), you accept and agree to be bound by the terms and provisions of this agreement. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use this Service.

These Terms of Service apply to all users of the site, including but not limited to visitors, browsers, and contributors of content.

2. Description of Service

OpenRue is a free, web-based street directory and local business finder that provides:

• Street Information: Comprehensive listings of streets in cities worldwide
• Business Directories: Categorized listings of local businesses and services
• Interactive Maps: Visual representation of geographic data using Leaflet and OpenStreetMap
• Transportation Data: Information about public transport stops and routes

All geographic data is sourced from OpenStreetMap, a collaborative open-source mapping project. OpenRue does not create or verify this data independently.

3. User Responsibilities

When using OpenRue, you agree to:

• Use Legally: Access and use the Service only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms
• Not Misuse: Refrain from attempting to interfere with, disrupt, or damage the Service
• Respect Resources: Not overload our servers with automated requests or scraping
• Accurate Information: Provide truthful information when contacting us
• No Harmful Content: Not upload, post, or transmit any harmful, offensive, or illegal content

4. Prohibited Uses

You may NOT use OpenRue to:

• Violate any applicable local, state, national, or international law
• Transmit any material that is unlawful, harmful, threatening, abusive, harassing, or otherwise objectionable
• Impersonate any person or entity, or falsely represent your affiliation with any person or entity
• Interfere with or disrupt the Service or servers or networks connected to the Service
• Use automated systems (bots, scrapers) to access the Service without prior written permission
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any portion of the Service
• Use the Service for commercial purposes without explicit permission

5. Intellectual Property Rights

5.1 OpenRue Content

The OpenRue website design, logo, branding, and original content are owned by OpenRue and protected by copyright laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works without permission.

5.2 OpenStreetMap Data

All geographic and street data is © OpenStreetMap contributors and available under the Open Database License (ODbL).

If you use data from OpenRue (which originates from OpenStreetMap), you must:

• Attribute OpenStreetMap contributors
• Comply with the ODbL license terms
• Share any improvements under the same license

Read more about OpenStreetMap attribution requirements at openstreetmap.org/copyright.

6. Disclaimer of Warranties

THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT ANY WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED.

OpenRue makes no warranties or representations about:

• The accuracy, completeness, or reliability of data presented
• The availability or uninterrupted operation of the Service
• The fitness of the Service for any particular purpose
• The absence of errors, bugs, or viruses

Data Accuracy: While we strive to provide accurate information, all data comes from OpenStreetMap, a community-edited resource. We cannot guarantee 100% accuracy. Always verify critical information independently.

7. Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, OPENRUE SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES ARISING FROM:

• Use or inability to use the Service
• Inaccurate, incomplete, or outdated information
• Unauthorized access to or alteration of your transmissions or data
• Statements or conduct of any third party on the Service
• Any other matter relating to the Service

This includes, without limitation, direct, indirect, incidental, punitive, and consequential damages.

Navigation Disclaimer: DO NOT rely solely on OpenRue for navigation or emergency services. Always use official, verified sources for critical decisions.

8. Third-Party Links and Content

OpenRue contains links to third-party websites and services, including OpenStreetMap. We are not responsible for:

• The content, privacy policies, or practices of third-party sites
• The accuracy of information on external sites
• Any loss or damage caused by your use of third-party services

Your use of third-party websites is at your own risk.

9. User-Generated Content

If you contact us or submit feedback:

• You grant OpenRue a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use your feedback to improve the Service
• You represent that you own or have the right to submit the content
• You agree not to submit confidential or proprietary information

We reserve the right to remove any content we deem inappropriate or in violation of these Terms.

10. Privacy

Your use of OpenRue is also governed by our Privacy Policy. Please review it to understand how we collect, use, and protect your data.

11. Modifications to Service and Terms

11.1 Service Changes

We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue the Service (or any part thereof) at any time, with or without notice, and without liability to you.

11.2 Terms Changes

We may update these Terms of Service from time to time. Your continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the new Terms. We will notify users of material changes by posting a notice on the website.

12. Termination

We reserve the right to terminate or suspend access to the Service immediately, without prior notice or liability, for any reason, including breach of these Terms.

Upon termination, your right to use the Service will immediately cease. All provisions of the Terms which by their nature should survive termination shall survive, including ownership provisions, warranty disclaimers, and limitations of liability.

13. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless OpenRue, its officers, employees, and agents from any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses arising from:

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

14. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with applicable laws. Any disputes arising from these Terms or use of the Service shall be resolved in the appropriate courts of the jurisdiction where OpenRue operates.

15. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is held to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

16. Entire Agreement

These Terms of Service, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and OpenRue regarding the use of the Service.

17. Contact Information

If you have questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us:

• Email: contact@openrue.com
• Contact Page: Visit our contact page