Terms and Conditions

Last updated: 28/01/2026

1. Introduction

Welcome to Lanzarote Wind Hunters ("the Service"). These Terms and Conditions ("Terms") govern your access to and use of the website located at windhunters.lanzaroteparagliding.com (the "Website").

By accessing or using the Website, you agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use the Website.

2. Service Description

Lanzarote Wind Hunters provides information about paragliding and hang gliding locations, including:

  • Interactive maps of flying sites
  • Weather and wind condition data
  • Site descriptions and access information
  • Community condition reports

The Service is provided free of charge for informational purposes only.

Liability Disclaimer and Data Accuracy

IMPORTANT: Paragliding and hang gliding are inherently dangerous activities that can result in serious injury or death.

No Liability for Information Accuracy

All weather data, wind conditions, site information, user reports, and any other data provided on this Website are for informational purposes only and may be:

  • Inaccurate, incomplete, outdated, or delayed
  • Subject to technical errors, sensor malfunctions, or data transmission failures
  • Based on third-party sources beyond our control
  • Not verified, validated, or confirmed by qualified professionals
  • Unable to reflect real-time or localized conditions at flying sites

User Responsibility

By using this Service, you acknowledge and agree that:

  • YOU ARE SOLELY RESPONSIBLE for all flying decisions and risk assessments
  • You must have appropriate training, certification, licensing, insurance, and experience
  • You must independently verify all information before making any flying decisions
  • The Service does not replace proper preflight checks, personal assessment, or professional judgment
  • Weather and site conditions can change rapidly and without warning
  • You must comply with all local aviation regulations and land access restrictions

Exclusion of Warranties

The Website and all information are provided "AS IS" and "AS AVAILABLE" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to:

  • Warranties of accuracy, reliability, completeness, or timeliness
  • Warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose
  • Warranties of non-infringement or error-free operation
  • Any warranties arising from course of dealing or usage of trade

Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by Spanish and European law:

  • WE ARE NOT LIABLE for any injuries, death, damages, or losses of any kind resulting from your use of this Website or reliance on any information provided
  • We are not liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, special, or punitive damages
  • We are not liable for loss of profits, data, goodwill, or any other intangible losses
  • We are not liable for errors, omissions, interruptions, delays, or failures in data transmission
  • We are not responsible for third-party content, weather stations, or external data sources

Assumption of Risk

You expressly assume all risks associated with paragliding, hang gliding, and related activities. You acknowledge that these activities involve significant risks including, but not limited to, serious injury, paralysis, and death. By using this Website, you voluntarily assume all such risks and waive any claims against the Website owner, operators, contributors, and affiliated parties.

4. User Conduct

You agree not to:

  • Submit false or misleading condition reports
  • Use the Service for any illegal purposes
  • Attempt to interfere with the Website's operation
  • Collect user data without authorization
  • Reproduce or redistribute content without permission

5. Intellectual Property

The Website and its content, including text, graphics, logos, and software, are protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws. You may not copy, modify, distribute, or create derivative works without our express written permission.

6. Third-Party Data and User-Generated Content

6.1 Third-Party Data Sources

The Website integrates data from external sources including weather stations, mapping services, and other third-party providers. We have no control over and make no representations regarding:

  • The accuracy, reliability, or timeliness of third-party data
  • The availability or continuity of third-party services
  • Technical failures, sensor errors, or calibration issues in weather stations
  • Data transmission delays or interruptions

We are not responsible for any errors, omissions, or inaccuracies in third-party data. You must independently verify all information from multiple sources before relying on it.

6.2 User-Generated Condition Reports

Condition reports submitted by users are subjective opinions based on individual experience and skill levels:

  • We do not verify, validate, or endorse user-submitted reports
  • Reports may be outdated, inaccurate, or based on conditions different from your situation
  • Conditions described as "safe" by one pilot may be dangerous for another
  • We are not liable for any consequences resulting from reliance on user reports

User reports should only be considered as one of many information sources. You must conduct your own independent assessment of all conditions before flying.

Independent Verification Required

YOU MUST VERIFY ALL INFORMATION INDEPENDENTLY BEFORE FLYING

This Website is a supplementary information tool only. Before any flight, you must:

  • Check multiple independent weather sources and forecasts
  • Personally assess on-site conditions (wind, thermals, turbulence, visibility)
  • Verify that you have the required skills, certification, and equipment for the conditions
  • Confirm land access permissions and local regulations
  • Assess hazards including power lines, obstacles, terrain, and air traffic
  • Consider personal factors (fatigue, health, currency, equipment condition)
  • Consult with local pilots and clubs when flying unfamiliar sites
  • Make a personal go/no-go decision based on your own judgment and risk tolerance

No information on this Website substitutes for proper training, certification, personal assessment, or professional judgment. Paragliding is inherently risky - you accept all risks when you choose to fly.

8. Airspace Data Disclaimer

ALL AIRSPACE DATA DISPLAYED ON THIS WEBSITE IS UNOFFICIAL.

The use of airspace information on this Website does not release the pilot from their legal obligation of thorough and orderly preflight planning, nor from the use of all required and official means of navigation. You must:

  • Consult official aeronautical charts (e.g., ICAO 1:500,000) and current NOTAMs before any flight
  • Verify airspace boundaries, restrictions, and requirements with official aviation authorities
  • Check for temporary flight restrictions (TFRs) and other dynamic airspace changes
  • Understand that airspace data on this Website may be outdated, incomplete, or inaccurate
  • Comply with all applicable aviation regulations in your jurisdiction

We are not responsible for any airspace violations, fines, or incidents resulting from reliance on airspace data displayed on this Website. The pilot in command is solely responsible for ensuring compliance with all airspace regulations.

9. Privacy

Your use of the Website is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect and use your personal data in compliance with Spanish and European data protection regulations (GDPR and LOPDGDD).

10. Account Security

If you create an account on this Website, you are responsible for maintaining the security of your account credentials. You agree to:

  • Keep your login credentials confidential and not share them with any third party
  • Not allow others to access your account or use your account on your behalf
  • Notify us immediately if you become aware of any unauthorized use of your account or any security breach
  • Accept responsibility for all activities that occur under your account

Password and account sharing is strictly prohibited. Your account is intended for personal use only. If we discover that your account has been shared or accessed by unauthorized parties, we reserve the right to immediately suspend or terminate your account without prior notice. In such cases, any subscription fees already paid will be forfeited and will not be refunded.

We are not liable for any loss or damage resulting from your failure to maintain the security of your account credentials.

11. Prohibition on AI Training and Data Usage

The use of data from this Website for training, developing, or enhancing artificial intelligence (AI) systems is strictly forbidden.

This prohibition applies to all data on this Website, including publicly accessible information, regardless of whether access requires authentication. In particular, it is not permitted to:

  • Input data, including text, images, weather data, or other content from this Website, into any AI system
  • Use Website data for training, refining, or improving AI models, machine learning algorithms, or related technologies
  • Use Website data, in whole or in part, to create, provide, or support competing or derivative services
  • Scrape, crawl, or otherwise collect data from this Website using automated tools for any purpose related to AI or machine learning

Any violation of this clause may result in legal action, including but not limited to claims for damages or injunctive relief, to protect the intellectual property and data integrity of Lanzarote Wind Hunters.

12. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to the Website. Your continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the modified Terms.

13. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms are governed by the laws of Spain. Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of the Website shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Canary Islands, Spain.

You irrevocably consent to the exclusive jurisdiction and venue of such courts and waive any objection to such jurisdiction or venue.

14. Severability and Entire Agreement

If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect. These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Lanzarote Wind Hunters regarding use of the Website.

15. Contact Information

If you have questions about these Terms, please contact us through our website at lanzaroteparagliding.com.

By using this Website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions. You acknowledge that paragliding is inherently dangerous and that you are solely responsible for your safety and all flying decisions.

User Account

You will use Google OAuth to sign in to the Service. By signing in, you agree to:

  • Provide accurate and current information
  • Maintain the security of your account
  • Notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account
  • Be responsible for all activities that occur under your account

Prohibited Activities

This platform is intended solely for non-commercial, community-based sharing of wind conditions and related information. The following activities are strictly prohibited:

  • Commercial Use: Using the Service for any commercial, promotional, or advertising purposes without explicit written permission
  • Spam: Posting unsolicited messages, repeated content, or any form of spam
  • Marketing and Advertising: Promoting products, services, businesses, or commercial ventures
  • Automated Activity: Using bots, scripts, or automated tools to access or interact with the Service
  • Data Harvesting: Collecting user information, content, or data for commercial or unauthorized purposes
  • Bulk Messaging: Sending mass messages or communications to multiple users

Violation of these prohibitions may result in immediate account suspension or termination without prior notice.

Community Guidelines

As a user, you agree to:

  • Provide accurate and honest reports about wind conditions
  • Respect other community members and their contributions
  • Not post misleading, false, or intentionally inaccurate information
  • Not abuse the voting, reporting, or reputation system
  • Not engage in harassment or abusive behavior
  • Not impersonate other users or provide false identity information

Account Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts that:

  • Violate these Terms, including the Prohibited Activities listed above
  • Engage in spam, commercial activities, or unauthorized promotional use
  • Engage in abusive, harassing, or harmful behavior
  • Post false or misleading information repeatedly
  • Attempt to manipulate the reputation or voting system
  • Use automated tools or bots to access or interact with the Service