Copyright & Usage Policy: Intellectual Property Notice

 

1. Ownership of Content All content on HikingWalking.com, including but not limited to text, photographs, custom topographic maps, elevation profiles, graphics, code, and videos, is the exclusive property of HikingWalking.com and Diane Greer (unless otherwise credited) and is protected by United States and international copyright laws.
2. Permitted Use (Personal Only) You are granted a limited license to access and use this website for personal, non-commercial planning and research purposes only. You may print a copy of a trail guide or map for your own personal use while hiking.
3. Prohibited Uses Without express written permission from Diane Greer / HikingWalking.com, you may not:
• Republish any content (text, maps, or photos) on another website, blog, or print publication.
• Modify or Edit our maps or photos for distribution.
• Scrape or Harvest data from this site for use in AI training, machine learning models, or large-scale databases.
• Embed or "Hotlink" images or maps directly on other servers.
4. Commercial Licensing: If you wish to use our photography, maps, or trail descriptions for commercial purposes (including guidebooks, magazines, or commercial websites), please contact us to discuss licensing rates and permission.
5. DMCA / Contact: If you have questions about usage or wish to request permission, please contact us.