Legal Information on Google Earth
I just want to know if Google earth can be used for any malignant intent or stalking?
Your concern is natural But you need not worry because Google earth collects its sources from commercial and public sources. It is as good as flying over a land.
Why am I being asked for my email address?
You have been asked for your email Id just for any correspondence related to Google earth. It is not shared with anyone else.
Can I post any images to the web?
As long as the copy writes are preserved, you can take any image for a personal use. You can use it on a blog, on a web site or in a word file. The Google logo attribution should also be preserved. However it is not possible to sell these attributions or give them as a service to anyone. It cannot be used directly in a TV show or in any book. You are required the necessary from Google for that. You can get it from the Contact us link. The request can be submitted through the "I'm experiencing a problem" link.
Can the trademark info be removed?
If you are displaying any Google earth imagery then you should keep the trademark info intact. Google logo is actually the brand. Since the data is streamed from the data providers their information has to be there.
I wish to use Google earth for educational purposes. Is it possible?
It is a very good idea to use Google earth to educate people. You can use it in the primary schools, secondary schools and other educational institutions.
Can someone use Google earth imagery for any professional purposes?
You can use Google earth imagery for any good purpose. Only thing is that you have to take permission. You can take the permission from the Google earth web site. Whatever use you are making of Google earth, should be in accordance with the Terms and Conditions of Google earth.
Where do I look for any billing related query?
If you have any question related to billing, you should follow these steps. First you need to go to the support request page. Then select the option "I'm experiencing a problem" and later on click the "Continue” option. You will see a drop down menu from where you have to choose "Billing/Purchasing Issue" option. After filling out the form just click on Submit.
What do I do if there are more than one charges for Google earth?
It may happen that the online credit cards have multiple "attempts" (authorizations) and "paid transactions" for a period of 24 hours. If the user does not read the fine print carefully, he or she can misinterpret it as multiple paid transactions. In such a case the user should check with his or her online credit statement or Credit Card Company. In case it is actually showing multiple paid transactions, then you can register this problem using the "I'm experiencing a problem" option and after than opting the "Billing/Purchasing Issue" option.
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