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Terms of Use

Welcome to mapped.la (the “Service”), a read-only web application that visualizes various geographic information for Los Angeles County. By accessing or using the Service you agree to these Terms of Use (the “Terms”). If you do not accept them, you must not use the Service.

1. Acceptance & Eligibility

You confirm you are at least 18 years of age (or the age of digital consent where you reside) and legally able to enter into a binding contract. If you use the Service on behalf of an organization, you represent you have authority to bind that organization.

2. Data Sources & Licensing

The maps, statistics and other content displayed (collectively, “Data”) originate from multiple public-sector and open-data providers, the full list can be found at mapped.la/data. The Data is provided under various open licenses, including but not limited to U.S. Government Works (17 U.S.C. § 105), Creative Commons CC BY 1.0, and equivalent public domain or open-data licenses.

Each dataset remains © or public domain of its original provider and is redistributed here under the same license terms (e.g., U.S. Government Works under 17 U.S.C. § 105, CC BY 1.0, or equivalent). You must comply with all license conditions—including attribution, share-alike, or notice requirements—when copying, sharing or remixing any Data.

3. Compilation Copyright

The selection, arrangement and visual presentation of the Data constitute a distinct database and user interface owned by mapped.la and protected by U.S., California, U.K. and E.U. database-rights and copyright laws. Except for rights granted by the original licenses, you may not reproduce the compilation without our prior written consent.

4. Attribution Requirement

Where license terms require attribution (e.g., CC BY 1.0) you must visibly credit the original source and mapped.la as follows (or in a manner reasonably suited to your medium):“Map data © contributors, LA County Open Data, U.S. Census Bureau; visualization © mapped.la 2025.”

5. Data Provided “As-Is”

ALL DATA AND THE SERVICE ARE PROVIDED “AS IS” WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND. We do not guarantee accuracy, completeness, reliability, currency, or suitability for any purpose. You assume all risk arising from use of the Data.

6. GIS Accuracy Disclaimer

Spatial layers may be generalized, projected, or contain positional errors. They do not replace professional or legal surveys. You are solely responsible for verifying fitness for your intended use.

7. No Warranty

To the maximum extent permitted by applicable U.S., California, and U.K. law, we disclaim all express and implied warranties, including merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, title and non-infringement. Nothing herein limits non-waivable statutory rights (e.g., under the U.K. Consumer Rights Act 2015).

8. Prohibited Conduct

You must NOT:

9. Intellectual Property

The software, design, logos, and trademarks are the exclusive property of mapped.la or its licensors. Third-party trademarks and data remain the property of their respective owners.

10. Uptime & Maintenance

We strive for reasonable availability but do not guarantee uninterrupted Service. Planned or emergency maintenance may occur without notice.

11. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent allowed by law, mapped.la will not be liable for indirect, consequential, incidental, special, punitive or exemplary damages, or for loss of profits, revenues, goodwill, or data, arising from or related to your use of the Service. Our total cumulative liability shall not exceed US $100 (or the minimum greater amount required by law).

12. Indemnity

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless mapped.la, its directors, employees, and affiliates from any claim, demand, or loss arising out of your: (a) use of the Service; (b) breach of these Terms; or (c) violation of any law or third-party right.

13. Compliance, Export & Sanctions

You are responsible for compliance with all local, state, federal, and international laws—including U.S. and U.K. export controls and sanctions—that govern your use of the Service.

14. Governing Law & Venue

U.S. Users: Governed by California law; exclusive jurisdiction in the state or federal courts of Los Angeles County.

U.K. & Other Users: Governed by English law; proceedings may be brought in England & Wales or your local consumer court if mandatory law requires.Mandatory consumer protections of your residence continue to apply.

15. Modifications to Terms

We may update these Terms at any time by posting a revised version with a new “Last updated” date. Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance.

16. Severability & Waiver

If any provision is held unenforceable, the remaining provisions remain effective. Our failure to enforce any right is not a waiver.

17. Contact

For questions or DMCA/UK copyright notices, email admin@mapped.la.

Last updated

These terms of use were last updated on 29 June 2025.

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