Terms of Service

Last updated: June 30, 2026

These Terms of Service govern your use of royaltypool and its services. By accessing and using our website, you agree to be bound by these terms and all applicable laws and regulations. If you do not agree with any part of these terms, you may not use our services.

Acceptance of Terms

Your use of our website constitutes your acceptance of these Terms of Service. We reserve the right to modify these terms at any time without notice. It is your responsibility to review these terms periodically for changes. Your continued use of our services following any modifications constitutes your acceptance of the updated terms. If any changes are unacceptable to you, you must discontinue use of our website immediately. We provide information about hiking trails and outdoor activities for educational and informational purposes only. By using our services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by all provisions outlined herein.

User Obligations

As a user of our website, you agree to use our services only for lawful purposes and in a way that does not infringe upon the rights of others or restrict their use and enjoyment of our website. Prohibited behavior includes harassment, causing damage or injury to property or persons, illegal activity, and disrupting the normal flow of dialogue within our website. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of any account information you may have with us. You agree not to provide false or misleading information when using our services. You acknowledge that you are solely responsible for your own safety when engaging in any hiking activities, and that you will follow all local regulations, park guidelines, and safety precautions. We encourage you to assess your fitness level and physical capabilities before undertaking any trails.

Intellectual Property Rights

All content on our website, including text, graphics, images, videos, and trail descriptions, is the property of royaltypool or its content suppliers and is protected by international copyright laws. This includes but is not limited to photographs, maps, hiking guides, and route information. You may not reproduce, distribute, transmit, or display any content without our prior written permission. You may view and print content for personal, non-commercial use only. Any unauthorized use of our content may violate copyright, trademark, and other applicable laws. We grant you a limited license to access our website for informational purposes. All trademarks, logos, and brand names are the exclusive property of their respective owners. You may not use any of our intellectual property without express written consent.

Limitation of Liability

We provide our website and services on an "as-is" basis without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. We do not warrant that our services will be uninterrupted, error-free, or that any defects will be corrected. To the fullest extent permitted by law, we disclaim all warranties, including implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. We shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising from your use of or inability to use our website or services. This includes damages for loss of profits, data, or other intangibles. Hiking trails involve inherent risks including but not limited to uneven terrain, weather changes, wildlife encounters, and physical exertion. You assume all risks associated with any outdoor activities recommended on our website.

Termination

We reserve the right to terminate or suspend your access to our website at any time for any reason without notice or liability. This includes violation of these Terms of Service, illegal activity, or misuse of our platform. Upon termination, your right to use our services ceases immediately. All provisions of these Terms of Service that by their nature should survive termination, including limitations of liability, intellectual property rights, and disclaimers, shall survive. We may also terminate or modify our services at any time. Any termination does not affect your rights to information you have previously obtained from our website. If you wish to terminate your use of our services, you may do so by ceasing to access our website. We encourage users to provide feedback or report concerns about our services through appropriate channels.