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Terms of Service

Rules and conditions for using SkiesLIVE websites, accounts, observatory services, and applications.

Effective date: May 20, 2026
Applies to: skieslive.com, SkiesLIVE user accounts, SkiesLIVE mobile apps (Android and iOS), the SkiesLIVE Windows application, observatory services at account.skieslive.com, and installed web apps (PWAs) offered by SkiesLIVE.

1. Agreement to these terms

These Terms of Service (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of SkiesLIVE services operated by SkiesLIVE (also known as SeeTheSkies). By accessing or using our website, creating an account, installing our applications, or connecting third-party accounts (such as Google/YouTube), you agree to these Terms and to our Privacy Policy.

If you do not agree, do not use our services. If you are using SkiesLIVE on behalf of an organization, you represent that you have authority to bind that organization to these Terms.

2. Who we are

SkiesLIVE provides astronomy education, live observatory experiences, gallery content, member accounts, and companion applications. Our public website is available at skieslive.com. Community support is available through Discord and YouTube @skieslive.

3. Our services

SkiesLIVE may offer, now or in the future:

  • A public website with gallery, observatory, sensor, and sky-information features.
  • User accounts with profile settings and cross-device application preference sync.
  • Android, iOS, and Windows SkiesLIVE applications.
  • Live and historical observatory data, WebSocket feeds, and optional notifications.
  • Staff-only tools for content and site management (authorized roles only).
  • Integration with third-party platforms such as Google/YouTube, Discord, and app stores.

Features may change, be added, or be discontinued. Beta or preview features may be less reliable and are provided as-is.

4. Accounts & eligibility

4.1 Creating an account

To use certain features you must register at account.html. You agree to provide accurate information, keep your credentials confidential, and notify us if you suspect unauthorized access to your account.

4.2 Eligibility

You must be old enough to consent to these Terms in your jurisdiction. If you are under 18, you may use SkiesLIVE only with permission from a parent or legal guardian who accepts these Terms on your behalf.

4.3 Account security

You are responsible for activity that occurs under your account unless you promptly report unauthorized use. We may require email verification, password resets, or additional checks to protect accounts.

4.4 Staff and elevated roles

Authorized staff accounts (owner, admin, moderator, editor, or similar roles) may access additional tools. Misuse of staff privileges is grounds for immediate suspension or termination.

5. Acceptable use

You agree not to:

  • Use SkiesLIVE for unlawful, harmful, fraudulent, or abusive purposes.
  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to accounts, APIs, observatory systems, staff areas, or infrastructure.
  • Scrape, overload, reverse engineer, or interfere with services except as permitted by law or with our written permission.
  • Upload malware, spam, or content that infringes others’ rights or violates applicable law.
  • Harass, threaten, or impersonate others in community channels associated with SkiesLIVE.
  • Circumvent membership checks, entitlements, rate limits, or security controls.
  • Resell, sublicense, or commercially exploit SkiesLIVE services without our permission.

We may investigate violations and cooperate with law enforcement when appropriate.

6. YouTube linking & membership

If you choose to link a Google/YouTube account or use features that verify @skieslive channel membership:

  • You authorize SkiesLIVE to access limited YouTube-related information through Google OAuth, as described in our Privacy Policy.
  • Membership status and tier information are provided for feature access and perks in SkiesLIVE apps. We do not guarantee uninterrupted verification if Google, YouTube, or network services are unavailable.
  • You may unlink YouTube from your SkiesLIVE account at any time in Account settings.
  • Staff authorization for channel membership verification is performed separately and is limited to authorized SkiesLIVE operators.

Your use of Google and YouTube is also subject to Google’s terms and policies.

7. Content & intellectual property

7.1 SkiesLIVE content

SkiesLIVE logos, branding, website design, software, observatory data presentations, and original materials are owned by SkiesLIVE or our licensors and protected by intellectual property laws. You may not copy, modify, or redistribute them except as allowed by these Terms or with our permission.

7.2 Gallery and community content

Images and media in our gallery may originate from community contributors or connected services. Rights remain with their respective owners. Do not reuse gallery content without permission from the rights holder.

7.3 Your content

If you submit content to SkiesLIVE (for example through Discord, staff uploads, or feedback), you grant us a non-exclusive, worldwide license to host, display, and use that content to operate and promote our astronomy services. You represent that you have the rights to grant this license.

8. Third-party services

SkiesLIVE integrates with or links to third parties including Google/YouTube, Discord, Apple App Store, Google Play, Microsoft Store, weather and astronomy data providers, and email delivery services. We do not control third-party services and are not responsible for their content, policies, or availability.

Your use of third-party services is governed by their terms. App store purchases, refunds, and platform rules are handled by the relevant store operator.

9. Availability & astronomy disclaimer

SkiesLIVE provides astronomy information, forecasts, sensor readings, and live telescope views for educational and entertainment purposes. Observing conditions, weather, equipment status, and live streams may change without notice due to weather, maintenance, connectivity, or safety constraints.

Do not rely on SkiesLIVE as a sole source for safety-critical decisions (for example lightning risk, travel, or emergency response). Sensor data and alerts may be delayed, incomplete, or unavailable. Always follow local authorities and your own judgment when observing outdoors.

10. Suspension & termination

You may stop using SkiesLIVE at any time and may request account deletion by contacting us. We may suspend or terminate access if you violate these Terms, if required by law, if your account poses a security risk, or if we discontinue a service.

Upon termination, your right to use the services ends. Provisions that by their nature should survive (including disclaimers, limitations of liability, and dispute terms) will survive termination.

11. Disclaimers

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, SKIESLIVE SERVICES ARE PROVIDED “AS IS” AND “AS AVAILABLE” WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, WHETHER EXPRESS, IMPLIED, OR STATUTORY, INCLUDING IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, TITLE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT.

We do not warrant that services will be uninterrupted, error-free, secure, or free of harmful components, or that observatory feeds, membership checks, or notifications will always be accurate or timely.

12. Limitation of liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, SKIESLIVE AND ITS OPERATORS, CONTRIBUTORS, AND AFFILIATES WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, OR ANY LOSS OF PROFITS, DATA, GOODWILL, OR OTHER INTANGIBLE LOSSES, ARISING FROM YOUR USE OF OR INABILITY TO USE THE SERVICES.

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, OUR TOTAL LIABILITY FOR ANY CLAIM RELATING TO THE SERVICES WILL NOT EXCEED THE GREATER OF (A) THE AMOUNT YOU PAID US FOR THE SERVICES IN THE TWELVE (12) MONTHS BEFORE THE CLAIM OR (B) US $100.

Some jurisdictions do not allow certain limitations; in those cases, the above limits apply to the fullest extent permitted.

13. Indemnity

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless SkiesLIVE and its operators from claims, damages, losses, and expenses (including reasonable legal fees) arising from your use of the services, your content, your violation of these Terms, or your violation of any third-party rights or applicable law.

14. Changes to these terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. We will post the revised version on this page and update the effective date above. Material changes may be communicated through the website or applications. Continued use after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.

15. General

  • Entire agreement. These Terms and the Privacy Policy are the entire agreement between you and SkiesLIVE regarding the services.
  • Severability. If any provision is unenforceable, the remaining provisions remain in effect.
  • No waiver. Failure to enforce a provision is not a waiver of our right to enforce it later.
  • Assignment. You may not assign these Terms without our consent. We may assign them in connection with a merger, acquisition, or asset sale.
  • Governing law. These Terms are governed by the laws of the United States and the State of Missouri, without regard to conflict-of-law rules, except where mandatory local consumer protection laws apply.

16. Contact

For questions about these Terms:

When contacting us, describe your question and the service you use (website account, Android, iOS, or Windows app). We will respond within a reasonable timeframe.