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Terms of use

Last updated: 3 October 2026

By using landofmaps.com (the “site”) you agree to these terms. If you do not agree, please do not use the site.

Use of the site

The site is provided for general information and education. You may read, share links to and print pages for personal, non-commercial use. You may not copy substantial parts of the site, scrape it in bulk or republish our written content without permission.

Maps and images

Many maps shown on the site are public-domain works or are published under open licences by their creators. Rights in those images remain with their respective owners and licensors, and re-use is governed by the original licence. If you believe an image has been used incorrectly, please contact us at info@landofmaps.com and we will review it promptly.

No professional advice

Maps on the site are illustrative. They are not suitable for navigation, surveying, legal boundary determination or any purpose where accuracy is critical. Historical maps reflect the knowledge and viewpoints of their time. While we aim for accuracy, we make no guarantee that the content is complete, current or error-free.

Advertising and external links

The site displays advertising, including ads served by Google AdSense, and may link to third-party websites. We do not control and are not responsible for third-party content, products or services. See our privacy policy for information about advertising cookies.

Limitation of liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Land of Maps is not liable for any loss or damage arising from your use of the site or reliance on its content.

Changes

We may update these terms from time to time. Continued use of the site after changes are published means you accept the revised terms.

Contact

Questions about these terms can be sent to info@landofmaps.com.