Terms of Service
Last Updated: January 2025
1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing and using the Optrava website ("Site"), you accept and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use our Site.
2. Description of Service
Optrava provides:
- AI Travel Planning: Advanced AI-powered personalized travel guide generation
- Travel Information: Comprehensive destination guides, travel tips, and detailed itineraries
- Blog Content: AI-generated travel articles and destination guides
- Affiliate Services: Links to third-party travel booking services
- Newsletter: Travel updates and promotional content
- Database Storage: Secure storage of generated travel guides and articles
3. User Responsibilities
Acceptable Use
You agree to use our Site only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. You agree NOT to:
- Use the Site for any illegal or unauthorized purpose
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems
- Interfere with the Site's operation or security
- Submit false or misleading information
- Violate any applicable laws or regulations
User-Generated Content
When you submit information through our forms or contact us:
- You retain ownership of your content
- You grant us permission to use it to provide our services
- You confirm the information is accurate and not harmful
- You will not submit copyrighted material without permission
4. AI-Generated Content and Services
AI Technology Usage
Optrava uses advanced artificial intelligence technology to:
- Generate Travel Content: Create personalized travel guides and articles based on user preferences
- Process Travel Data: Analyze travel requirements to provide tailored recommendations
- Content Enhancement: Improve and format generated content for better readability
- Database Storage: Securely store generated content for website display and user access
Content Generation and Storage
When you use our AI travel planning services:
- AI-generated content is created based on your provided preferences and requirements
- Generated content is stored in our secure database for future access
- Personal information is removed from public-facing content for privacy compliance
- AI-generated content may be displayed on our website for other users to access
- You retain rights to your personal data while we maintain rights to anonymized content
Content Accuracy and Liability
While we strive for accuracy:
- AI-generated content is for informational purposes only
- We recommend verifying all travel information independently
- We are not responsible for errors in AI-generated content
- Travel information may change and should be verified before booking
5. Affiliate Links and Third-Party Services
🔗 Important Affiliate Disclosure
Affiliate Relationships: Optrava participates in affiliate marketing programs. When you click on certain links and make purchases, we may receive a commission.
Our Affiliate Partners Include:
- Booking.com: Hotel bookings (3-5% commission)
- Agoda: Hotel bookings (4-7% commission)
- Airbnb: Vacation rentals (3-4% commission)
- Hotels.com: Hotel bookings (3-5% commission)
- Expedia: Travel packages (3-5% commission)
- GetYourGuide: Tours and activities (8-12% commission)
- Klook: Travel experiences (4-8% commission)
- Viator: Tours and attractions (8-12% commission)
- Wise: Currency exchange (referral bonuses)
- Skyscanner: Flight search (commission on bookings)
- Kayak: Travel search (commission on bookings)
- TripAdvisor: Travel reviews (commission on bookings)
- Amazon Associates: Travel products (3-8% commission)
Third-Party Responsibility
Important: We are not responsible for:
- The quality, safety, or legality of third-party services
- Booking errors, cancellations, or disputes with travel providers
- Changes in pricing, availability, or terms by third parties
- Travel disruptions, delays, or cancellations
- Issues with accommodations, tours, or travel gear
6. Travel Information Disclaimer
⚠️ Travel Advisory
All travel information on our Site is for general guidance only:
You Must Verify:
- Visa Requirements: Check current visa and passport requirements
- Health & Safety: Consult travel advisories and health requirements
- Current Conditions: Political situation, weather, and local conditions
- Travel Insurance: Obtain appropriate coverage for your trip
- Local Laws: Understand local customs and regulations
We Recommend:
- Consulting official government travel websites
- Purchasing comprehensive travel insurance
- Registering with your embassy when traveling abroad
- Keeping emergency contacts and documents accessible
7. AI Trip Planning Service
Service Description
Our AI trip planning service provides:
- Automated travel suggestions based on your preferences
- Budget estimates and planning guidance
- Destination recommendations and itineraries
- General travel tips and advice
Limitations
Please understand:
- AI suggestions are automated and may contain errors
- Recommendations are general and may not suit your specific needs
- Budget estimates are approximate and subject to change
- Final travel decisions and bookings are your responsibility
8. Intellectual Property
Our Content
All content on Optrava, including text, graphics, logos, and software, is our property or licensed to us and protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws.
Limited License
We grant you a limited, non-exclusive license to:
- Access and use the Site for personal, non-commercial purposes
- Print or download content for personal reference
- Share our content with proper attribution
Prohibited Uses
You may NOT:
- Reproduce our content for commercial purposes
- Modify, distribute, or create derivative works
- Remove copyright or proprietary notices
- Use our content in competing travel websites
9. Disclaimers and Limitations
🚨 Important Legal Disclaimers
No Warranties
Our Site and services are provided "AS IS" without warranties of any kind, express or implied.
Limitation of Liability
Optrava shall not be liable for:
- Direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages
- Loss of profits, data, or business opportunities
- Travel disruptions, accidents, or emergencies
- Third-party service failures or disputes
- Inaccurate information or technical errors
Maximum Liability
Our total liability to you shall not exceed $100 USD or the amount you paid us (if any) in the 12 months preceding the claim.
10. Privacy and Data
Your privacy is important to us. Please review our Privacy Policy to understand how we collect, use, and protect your information.
11. Modification of Terms
We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting. Your continued use of the Site after changes constitutes acceptance of the new Terms.
12. Termination
By You
You may stop using our Site at any time.
By Us
We may terminate or suspend your access if you:
- Violate these Terms
- Use the Site for illegal purposes
- Attempt to harm our systems or other users
- Provide false information
13. Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of [Your Jurisdiction] without regard to conflict of law principles. Any disputes shall be resolved in the courts of [Your Jurisdiction].
14. Contact Information
Questions About These Terms?
Email: support@optrava.com
Website: https://optrava.com
Response Time: We aim to respond within 48 hours
15. Severability
If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.
16. Entire Agreement
These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Optrava regarding use of our Site.
✅ Acknowledgment
By using Optrava, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service.