Terms of Service

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using ProjectLIGTAS ("the Service"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you disagree with any part of these terms, you may not access the Service.

ProjectLIGTAS is an emergency response and disaster management platform designed to help Filipino communities stay safe during natural disasters, emergencies, and daily hazards.

2. Description of Service

Emergency Response Features

• Emergency reporting system (SOS requests)
• Real-time weather alerts and typhoon tracking
• Flood monitoring and reporting
• Evacuation center locator
• Traffic and transportation updates

Data Sources

Our service integrates data from PAGASA, MMDA, various government agencies, and user-generated reports to provide comprehensive emergency information.

3. User Responsibilities

Emergency Reporting

• Report emergencies accurately and truthfully
• Do not submit false or misleading emergency reports
• Use the emergency features only for legitimate emergencies
• Provide clear location information when reporting incidents

Account Conduct

• Maintain the confidentiality of your account credentials
• Accept responsibility for all activities under your account
• Notify us immediately of unauthorized use of your account

4. Emergency Services Disclaimer

While we strive to provide accurate and timely information, ProjectLIGTAS:

• Cannot guarantee immediate response to emergency reports
• Is not a substitute for official emergency services
• Depends on third-party data sources that may be delayed or inaccurate
• May experience service interruptions during extreme weather events

5. Data Accuracy and Liability

Weather and Disaster Information

Weather data, typhoon tracks, and flood predictions are provided for informational purposes only. Always refer to official PAGASA advisories for authoritative weather information.

Limitation of Liability

ProjectLIGTAS and its operators shall not be liable for any damages arising from:

• Delays in emergency response coordination
• Inaccurate weather or disaster information
• Service interruptions during critical situations
• User-generated content or false reports

6. Privacy and Data Protection

Your privacy is important to us. Our collection and use of personal information is governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference.

Emergency Data Sharing

During emergencies, we may share your location and contact information with authorized emergency responders, government agencies, and relief organizations to facilitate rescue and assistance operations.

7. Prohibited Uses

You may not use ProjectLIGTAS to:

• Submit false emergency reports or information
• Interfere with emergency response operations
• Violate any local, national, or international laws
• Harass, abuse, or harm other users
• Distribute malware or engage in cyber attacks
• Circumvent our security measures

8. Intellectual Property

The ProjectLIGTAS platform, including its design, features, and original content, is protected by intellectual property laws. Users retain ownership of content they submit but grant us necessary licenses to operate the service.

9. Service Availability

We strive to maintain 99.9% uptime but cannot guarantee uninterrupted service, especially during:

• Natural disasters and extreme weather events
• Planned maintenance and updates
• Infrastructure failures beyond our control
• Cyber attacks or security incidents

10. Termination

We may terminate or suspend your access to ProjectLIGTAS at any time for violation of these Terms, illegal activity, or other reasons we deem necessary to protect the service and other users.

11. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the Republic of the Philippines. Any disputes shall be resolved in the appropriate courts of the Philippines.

12. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Significant changes will be communicated through the platform or via email. Continued use of the service after changes constitutes acceptance of the new Terms.