Terms of Use

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using ADSBiq services, including our website, API, live map, and feeder network (collectively, the "Service"), you agree to these Terms of Use. If you do not agree, please do not use the Service.

2. Description of Service

ADSBiq operates a community-powered ADS-B (Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast) aggregator network. We collect unencrypted, publicly broadcast ADS-B transmissions from volunteer feeders who run radio receivers, aggregate this data in real time, and make it available through a live map and API.

ADS-B signals are broadcast openly by aircraft on the 1090 MHz frequency as required by aviation regulators worldwide. Receiving these signals is lawful in most jurisdictions.

3. Feeder Participation

Volunteer feeders contribute ADS-B data by running receiver equipment (typically a Raspberry Pi with an RTL-SDR dongle) at their location. By joining the feeder network, you agree that:

• You are providing data voluntarily and may stop feeding at any time.
• You have the legal right to operate radio receiving equipment at your location.
• The approximate location of your receiver may be used internally for MLAT (multilateration) calculations and coverage analysis. Your precise location is not displayed publicly unless you opt in.
• You grant ADSBiq a perpetual, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, process, and redistribute the ADS-B data you contribute and any derived data products.
• Active feeders receive enhanced API access as a benefit of participation.

4. API Usage

ADSBiq provides an API for accessing real-time aircraft data. API usage is subject to the following conditions:

• Active feeders (those whose receiver has sent data within the last 24 hours) have unlimited API access.
• Non-feeder API users have no API access. Only active feeders may use the API.
• API keys are personal and must not be shared or transferred.
• You may not use the API to build or operate a substantially similar ADS-B aggregation service that redistributes real-time or near real-time aircraft tracking data derived from the Service.
• Bulk scraping, systematic downloading, or mirroring of the data feed is prohibited.
• Removal, circumvention, or falsification of any integrity markers or anti-abuse mechanisms is prohibited.
• ADSBiq reserves the right to revoke API access for abuse or violation of these terms.

5. Data Accuracy

ADS-B data is provided "as is" from aircraft transponder broadcasts. ADSBiq does not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of any data. Aircraft enrichment data (operator, engine type, registration details) is sourced from public records and third-party databases and may contain errors.

The Service is not intended for use in air traffic control, flight safety, navigation, or any safety-critical application. Do not make safety decisions based on data from ADSBiq.

6. Intellectual Property

Raw ADS-B transmissions are uncopyrightable publicly broadcast signals. However, ADSBiq's aggregated datasets, enrichment layers, software, website design, and branding are proprietary. You may use API data for personal, research, or commercial projects subject to these terms, but you may not republish the aggregated feed in its entirety.

To protect the integrity of the Service and detect unauthorized redistribution, ADSBiq may incorporate subtle, non-material integrity markers into certain outbound data products. These markers do not materially affect the usefulness of the data, but may be used to identify misuse, unauthorized replication, or bulk redistribution of ADSBiq datasets.

7. Acceptable Use

You agree not to:

• Attempt to interfere with, compromise, or disrupt the Service or its infrastructure.
• Use the Service to track individuals without their consent or for stalking, harassment, or surveillance purposes.
• Reverse-engineer or probe the Service's internal systems beyond what the API provides.
• Circumvent rate limiting or authentication mechanisms.
• Violate any applicable local, national, or international law in your use of the Service.

8. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, ADSBiq and its operators shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, or any loss of profits or revenues, arising from your use of the Service. Our total liability for any claim related to the Service shall not exceed the amount you have paid us in the 12 months preceding the claim (if any).

9. Service Availability

ADSBiq is provided on a best-effort basis. We do not guarantee uptime, availability, or uninterrupted service. We may modify, suspend, or discontinue any part of the Service at any time without notice.

10. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless ADSBiq and its operators, affiliates, and service providers from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of or related to:

• (a) your use of the Service or API,
• (b) your violation of these Terms,
• (c) your misuse of ADS-B data, or
• (d) your violation of any applicable law or third-party rights.

11. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Florida, United States, without regard to conflict-of-law principles. Any litigation arising from these Terms shall be brought exclusively in the state or federal courts located in Palm Beach County, Florida.

12. Dispute Resolution

Any dispute arising out of or relating to these Terms or the Service shall be resolved by binding arbitration administered by the American Arbitration Association in Palm Beach County, Florida. You waive any right to participate in a class action lawsuit or class-wide arbitration.

If arbitration is found unenforceable, disputes shall be brought exclusively in the state or federal courts located in Palm Beach County, Florida.

13. Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. Material changes will be posted on this page with an updated date. Continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

14. Contact

Questions about these Terms may be directed to: [email protected]