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Terms of Service

Last updated: October 2025

Welcome to MAPHRODITE ("the App"). By downloading, accessing, or using our application, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, do not use the App.

1. Description of Service

MAPHRODITE is an educational location analysis tool. The App performs precise astronomical calculations based on the temporal and geographic data you provide (your "Origin Data") to generate a personalized map. This map illustrates the geometric relationships between celestial bodies and specific locations on Earth.

2. Permitted Use

You may use MAPHRODITE for the following purposes:

  • Personal educational exploration of celestial-geographic mapping principles.
  • Analyzing the computed characteristics of different geographical locations.
  • As a supplementary tool for planning travel or considering relocation.
  • As the official digital companion to the book "Astrocartography" (DK Publishing, 2025).

Important Disclaimer: For Educational & Entertainment Purposes Only

The information, data, and analysis provided by MAPHRODITE are intended for educational and entertainment purposes only. The App is not a substitute for professional advice. Do not rely on the App's analysis as the sole basis for making significant life decisions, including but not limited to:

  • Medical, psychological, financial, or legal decisions.
  • Decisions regarding personal safety or well-being.
  • Any major financial commitments or investments.

You are solely responsible for your decisions and actions.

3. Intellectual Property

All content and software associated with the App, including its design, branding, text, graphics, data, and the underlying calculation engine (utilizing the Swiss Ephemeris), are the exclusive property of MAPHRODITE and its licensors. You may not copy, modify, distribute, sell, or lease any part of our service or software.

4. User Responsibilities

You agree to use the App responsibly and in accordance with all applicable laws. You agree not to attempt to reverse-engineer, decompile, or otherwise access the source code of the App.

5. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, MAPHRODITE and its developers shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, or any loss of profits or revenues, whether incurred directly or indirectly, or any loss of data, use, goodwill, or other intangible losses, resulting from your access to or use of or inability to access or use the service.

6. Privacy

Your privacy is fundamental to us. All data you enter remains on your device. Please review our Privacy Policy for detailed information.

7. Contact Us

If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us at support@maphrodite.app.