Terms & Conditions

Last Updated: November 23, 2025

1. Introduction

Welcome to GravelFinder. By accessing and using this website, you accept and agree to be bound by the terms and conditions outlined below. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use this website.

2. About This Website

GravelFinder is a free, non-commercial web-based tool designed to help cyclists discover gravel roads and plan cycling routes. This is a personal project operated by a Belgian student.

Website: GravelFinder
Nature: Personal project / Non-commercial publisher
Location: Belgium
Email: [email protected]

Hosting: This website is hosted by ULYSSIS with servers in Belgium. Cloudflare CDN is used for performance and security.

Important: GravelFinder does not sell products or services. This is a free tool for the cycling community.

📢 Promotional Partnership Disclosure (Belgian Advertising Law Compliance)

#Advertisement #Collaboration #Sponsored

This website contains promotional content. The operator of GravelFinder is a Belgian student who received Vittoria tires free of charge from Vittoria in exchange for honest reviews and promotional content on this website and on social media.

Important transparency statements:

The Vittoria tires were provided at no cost for promotional purposes
Any reviews, recommendations, or content about Vittoria products reflect genuine personal experience
Editorial independence is maintained in all opinions and assessments
No false or unverified performance claims are made
This collaboration does not influence content about other brands or products
Users are encouraged to conduct their own research before making purchasing decisions

This disclosure complies with Belgian law regarding influencer marketing and sponsored content transparency.

3. Intellectual Property

3.1 Website Content Ownership

All original content on this website is owned by the GravelFinder operator, including:

Photographs and images created by the operator
Videos and multimedia content
Written articles, reviews, and descriptions
Website design and layout
Original source code

3.2 Third-Party Content

This website uses the following third-party resources:

OpenStreetMap: Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors, licensed under ODbL
Leaflet.js: Open-source mapping library
Overpass API: For querying road data
Open-Elevation API: For elevation data

3.3 Vittoria Content Usage Rights

Important: Vittoria does NOT have automatic rights to reuse my images, videos, or written content unless:

Explicitly agreed in writing on a case-by-case basis
Proper attribution is provided
Usage terms are negotiated and documented

For licensing requests, contact: [email protected]

4. Use of This Website

4.1 Permitted Use

You may use GravelFinder free of charge for personal purposes to:

Discover gravel roads in your area
Plan cycling routes
View elevation profiles
Export routes in GPX format

Note: This is a free service. There are no paid features, subscriptions, or commercial transactions.

4.2 Prohibited Use

You may NOT:

Copy, redistribute, or republish website content without permission
Use the website for commercial purposes without authorization
Attempt to hack, disrupt, or damage the website
Collect user data or scrape content with automated tools
Remove or modify copyright notices or attributions

5. Accuracy of Information

⚠️ Important Disclaimer:

While we strive to provide accurate information, GravelFinder relies on third-party data sources (OpenStreetMap, Overpass API, elevation services). We cannot guarantee:

Complete accuracy of road surface information
Real-time road conditions or closures
Safety or accessibility of suggested routes
Accuracy of elevation data

Users are responsible for verifying route conditions and assessing safety before cycling.

6. Product Reviews and Recommendations

6.1 Honest Reviews Policy

All product reviews on this website, including reviews of Vittoria tires, are based on:

Genuine personal experience and testing
Honest assessment of performance and quality
My own opinions and preferences

6.2 No Unverified Claims

I do not make:

False or misleading performance claims
Unverified technical specifications
Comparisons without actual testing
Safety claims that haven't been personally verified

7. Limitation of Liability

7.1 Use at Your Own Risk

GravelFinder is a free personal project provided "as is" without warranties of any kind. As a non-commercial service, we are not liable for:

Injuries or accidents occurring while cycling routes found on this website
Damage to bikes or equipment
Inaccurate road surface information
Technical errors or website downtime
Loss of data or routes
Decisions made based on product reviews or recommendations

This is a free community tool. Users must exercise their own judgment and take responsibility for their safety.

7.2 Cycling Safety

You are responsible for:

Assessing your own cycling ability and fitness level
Wearing appropriate safety equipment (helmet, lights, etc.)
Checking weather conditions before riding
Verifying route conditions and accessibility
Following traffic laws and regulations
Ensuring your bike is properly maintained and suitable for gravel riding

8. External Links

This website contains links to external websites (including promotional links to Vittoria as part of our partnership disclosure). We are not responsible for:

Content on external websites
Privacy practices of linked sites
Products or services offered by third parties
Transactions made through external links

Note: GravelFinder does not process payments or sell products. Any purchases are made directly with third-party vendors.

9. Privacy and Data Protection

Your use of this website is also governed by our Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy. Please review these documents to understand how we collect and use your data.

10. Changes to These Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms & Conditions at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting. Your continued use of the website after changes constitutes acceptance of the modified terms.

We recommend that you review these Terms periodically to stay informed of any updates. The "Last Updated" date at the top of this page indicates when changes were last made.

11. Governing Law

These Terms & Conditions are governed by Belgian law. Any disputes arising from the use of this website will be subject to the jurisdiction of Belgian courts.

12. Contact Information

For questions about these Terms & Conditions, please contact:

Email: [email protected]
Response Time: We aim to respond within 5 business days

13. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue to be valid and enforceable.

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