Terms of Service

Last updated: March 6, 2026. Please read these Terms carefully before using TouristBeware.

Important Legal Notice

By accessing or using TouristBeware, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you disagree with any part of these terms, you may not use our services.

1. Acceptance of Terms

TouristBeware ("we," "us," or "our") provides a platform for reporting and discovering travel scams. These Terms govern your use of our website, services, and applications.

By creating an account, submitting reports, or accessing our content, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms.

Minimum Age Requirement

You must be at least 18 years old to use TouristBeware. By using our services, you represent that you meet this requirement.

2. User Accounts & Responsibilities

Account Creation

You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and for all activities that occur under your account.

Accurate Information

You agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information during registration and to update such information to keep it accurate.

Account Security

You must notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account or any other breach of security.

Prohibited Activities

  • Creating multiple accounts to evade restrictions
  • Impersonating others or providing false identity information
  • Sharing account credentials with third parties
  • Using automated systems to access our services without permission

3. Scam Report Guidelines

Content Standards

All scam reports must be truthful, accurate, and based on personal experience or verifiable information.

✅ Acceptable Content

  • First-hand experiences with travel scams
  • Verifiable information with supporting evidence
  • Objective descriptions of fraudulent activities
  • Helpful warnings for other travelers

❌ Prohibited Content

  • False or misleading information
  • Defamatory statements about individuals
  • Personal disputes unrelated to travel scams
  • Commercial promotions or advertisements

Verification Process

All submitted reports undergo a verification process. We reserve the right to:

  • Review and moderate all content before publication
  • Request additional evidence or clarification
  • Reject reports that don't meet our guidelines
  • Remove published reports that violate our policies

Legal Responsibility

You are solely responsible for the content of your reports. You agree to indemnify and hold harmless TouristBeware from any claims arising from your submissions.

4. Intellectual Property

Our Content

All TouristBeware website content, logos, designs, and software are protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works without permission.

Your Content

By submitting scam reports, you grant TouristBeware a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, display, and distribute your content for the purpose of operating and improving our services.

Third-Party Content

Our platform may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of these external sites.

5. Limitation of Liability

TouristBeware is provided "as is" and "as available" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied.

No Guarantee of Accuracy

While we strive to verify all reports, we cannot guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of user-submitted content. Use our platform at your own discretion.

Travel Decisions

Information on TouristBeware should not be the sole basis for travel decisions. Always conduct your own research and consult official travel advisories.

Limitation of Damages

To the maximum extent permitted by law, TouristBeware shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages resulting from your use of our services.

6. Termination & Suspension

Our Rights

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your account at our discretion if you violate these Terms or engage in harmful activities.

Your Rights

You may terminate your account at any time by contacting us or using account deletion features in your settings.

7. Changes to Terms

We may modify these Terms at any time. We will provide notice of significant changes by:

  • Posting the updated Terms on this page
  • Updating the "Last updated" date
  • Sending notifications to registered users (for major changes)

Your continued use of TouristBeware after changes constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

8. Governing Law & Dispute Resolution

Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Spain, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

Dispute Resolution

Any disputes arising from these Terms shall first be attempted to be resolved through good-faith negotiations. If unresolved, disputes may be submitted to mediation in Madrid, Spain.