Last Updated: October 21, 2025
Welcome to photoawards.io (“we,” “our,” “us”). By accessing or using our website https://photoawards.io (the “Site”), you agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms & Conditions (“Terms”). Please read them carefully before using our platform.
If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, please do not use the Site or any services offered through it.
1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing or using photoawards.io, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to these Terms, as well as our Privacy Policy, Cookies Policy, and other related policies referenced herein.
2. Eligibility
Participation in contests or awards hosted on photoawards.io is open to photographers, artists, and creative professionals worldwide, subject to applicable laws. By submitting entries, you confirm that:
You are at least 18 years old (or have parental consent if under 18).
You own the rights to the images or content you submit.
You agree that all information provided is accurate and complete.
3. User Accounts
To participate in certain events, you may be required to create an account. You are responsible for:
Maintaining the confidentiality of your login credentials.
Ensuring that all information provided during registration is truthful and up to date.
Any activity that occurs under your account.
We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts found in violation of these Terms.
4. Content Ownership & License
When you upload or submit content (e.g., photographs, descriptions, or portfolio links), you:
Retain full ownership and copyright of your work.
Grant photoawards.io a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free license to display, publish, and promote your submission for award-related purposes, exhibitions, or promotional materials (with proper credit given).
We do not claim ownership of your intellectual property.
5. Prohibited Activities
You agree not to:
Post or submit any unlawful, offensive, or defamatory material.
Infringe upon the rights of others, including copyrights and trademarks.
Attempt to hack, disrupt, or manipulate any part of the Site.
Use automated tools (bots, crawlers, etc.) to access or scrape content.
Violation of these rules may result in account suspension, disqualification from awards, or legal action.
6. Fees and Payments
Certain contests or services may require entry fees.
All payments must be made through authorized payment gateways (e.g., PayPal, Stripe).
Fees are non-refundable, except in cases of event cancellation or technical errors on our part.
We do not store your payment card information.
7. Award Judging & Results
Judging is conducted by independent experts selected by photoawards.io.
All decisions made by the jury are final and binding.
We reserve the right to modify categories, deadlines, or rules if necessary.
Winners may be featured on our website, social channels, or partner publications with due credit.
8. Intellectual Property Rights
All materials on photoawards.io, including text, graphics, logos, and layout, are owned or licensed by us.
Unauthorized reproduction, distribution, or commercial use of any part of the Site without written consent is strictly prohibited.
9. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, photoawards.io shall not be liable for:
Any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from your use of the Site.
Data loss, system errors, or unauthorized access to your information.
Your use of the Site is at your own risk.
10. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless photoawards.io, its affiliates, employees, and partners from any claims, damages, or liabilities arising out of your breach of these Terms or misuse of the Site.
11. Modifications to the Terms
We may update or revise these Terms at any time without prior notice. The updated version will be posted on this page with the revised “Last Updated” date. Continued use of the Site after such changes constitutes your acceptance.
12. Termination
We reserve the right to terminate or suspend access to our services without notice if we believe you have violated these Terms or engaged in conduct harmful to the Site or other users.
13. Governing Law
These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the United States, without regard to conflict of law principles. Any disputes shall be resolved exclusively in the competent courts of the relevant jurisdiction.
14. Contact Us
For any questions regarding these Terms & Conditions, please contact us at:
📧 Email: hello@photoawards.io
🌐 Website: https://photoawards.io
