Terms of Use

1. Scope and Application

1.1 Purpose

These Terms of Use define acceptable and prohibited uses of MicroANPR's Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) services. These terms supplement our Terms of Service and must be read together with that agreement.

1.2 Who Must Comply

These terms apply to:

• All users of MicroANPR services
• Organizations using our services on behalf of others
• Third parties accessing our services through customer integrations
• Anyone processing data obtained through our services

2. Lawful and Ethical Use

2.1 Legal Compliance

You must ensure your use of ANPR services complies with:

• Data Protection Laws: UK GDPR, Data Protection Act 2018, and local privacy laws
• Surveillance Regulations: CCTV codes of practice and surveillance legislation
• Human Rights Laws: Right to privacy and freedom of movement
• Industry Regulations: Sector-specific compliance requirements
• Local Laws: All applicable national, regional, and local legislation

2.2 Lawful Basis Requirements

Before using ANPR services, you must establish a proper lawful basis:

• Consent: Explicit consent from data subjects where required
• Contract: Processing necessary for contract performance
• Legal Obligation: Compliance with legal requirements
• Legitimate Interest: Balanced against individual rights and freedoms
• Public Task: Exercise of official authority or public interest
• Vital Interests: Protection of life or physical safety

3. Permitted Use Cases

3.1 Traffic Management

Acceptable traffic management applications include:

• Congestion Monitoring: Analyzing traffic patterns and flow
• Journey Time Measurement: Calculating travel times between points
• Traffic Enforcement: Speed cameras and traffic violation detection (with proper authorization)
• Road Usage Analytics: Understanding road utilization patterns
• Incident Detection: Identifying traffic incidents and emergencies

3.2 Security and Access Control

Legitimate security applications include:

• Facility Access: Controlling entry to private properties and facilities
• Perimeter Security: Monitoring facility boundaries and restricted areas
• Asset Protection: Securing valuable assets and infrastructure
• Emergency Response: Supporting security and emergency services
• Workplace Safety: Ensuring authorized vehicle access only

3.3 Parking Management

Approved parking applications include:

• Payment Enforcement: Ensuring parking fees are paid
• Time Limit Enforcement: Managing parking duration limits
• Permit Validation: Verifying parking permits and authorization
• Space Optimization: Analyzing parking utilization
• Customer Service: Improving parking experience

3.4 Law Enforcement

Law enforcement use requires proper authorization and includes:

• Crime Prevention: Deterring criminal activity (with appropriate legal authority)
• Investigation Support: Assisting in criminal investigations
• Missing Vehicle Recovery: Locating stolen or missing vehicles
• Public Safety: Supporting public safety initiatives
• Border Control: Supporting authorized border security operations

4. Prohibited Uses

4.1 Illegal Activities

You may not use our services for:

• Unauthorized Surveillance: Monitoring without legal basis or proper consent
• Stalking or Harassment: Tracking individuals without authorization
• Discrimination: Using vehicle data for discriminatory purposes
• Privacy Violations: Infringing on reasonable expectations of privacy
• Data Theft: Unauthorized collection or use of personal data

4.2 Misuse of Technology

Prohibited technical uses include:

• System Attacks: Attempting to hack, disrupt, or compromise our services
• Reverse Engineering: Attempting to extract our algorithms or technology
• Data Mining: Extracting data for unauthorized commercial purposes
• Service Abuse: Using services in ways that degrade performance for others
• False Data: Submitting fake or manipulated images

4.3 Unethical Applications

We prohibit use for:

• Mass Surveillance: Indiscriminate monitoring of public spaces without proper authorization
• Political Monitoring: Tracking individuals based on political activities or beliefs
• Social Credit Systems: Creating systems to score or rank individuals
• Biometric Profiling: Attempting to extract biometric data from vehicle occupants
• Predictive Policing: Using ANPR for predictive law enforcement without proper safeguards

5. Data Responsibility

5.1 Data Controller Obligations

As a data controller, you must:

• Privacy Notices: Provide clear privacy notices to data subjects
• Data Minimization: Process only necessary data for your stated purpose
• Retention Limits: Delete data when no longer needed
• Security Measures: Implement appropriate data security
• Individual Rights: Respond to data subject rights requests
• Impact Assessments: Conduct DPIAs for high-risk processing

5.2 Transparency Requirements

You must provide clear information about:

• ANPR Operations: Clearly indicate when ANPR is in use
• Data Processing: Explain what data is collected and why
• Retention Periods: Specify how long data will be kept
• Contact Information: Provide contact details for data protection queries
• Rights Information: Explain individual rights and how to exercise them

6. Geographic and Jurisdictional Considerations

6.1 Cross-Border Data Processing

When processing data across borders, ensure:

• Transfer Legality: Data transfers comply with applicable laws
• Adequacy Decisions: Utilize approved transfer mechanisms
• Safeguarding Measures: Implement appropriate safeguards
• Local Compliance: Comply with laws in all processing locations

6.2 Public Space Considerations

For public space ANPR deployment:

• Proportionality: Ensure measures are proportionate to the objective
• Necessity: Demonstrate that ANPR is necessary for the purpose
• Public Interest: Establish legitimate public interest
• Alternative Measures: Consider less intrusive alternatives
• Regular Review: Periodically review necessity and proportionality

7. Technical and Operational Requirements

7.1 Data Quality and Accuracy

You are responsible for:

• Image Quality: Providing clear, high-quality source images
• Camera Positioning: Proper camera setup for accurate recognition
• Data Validation: Verifying accuracy of processed results
• Error Correction: Implementing processes to handle recognition errors
• Quality Monitoring: Regular assessment of system performance

7.2 System Integration

Integration requirements include:

• Security Standards: Implementing appropriate API security
• Error Handling: Proper handling of service errors and failures
• Rate Limiting: Respecting API rate limits and usage policies
• Data Synchronization: Ensuring data consistency across systems
• Audit Logging: Maintaining logs of system interactions

8. Monitoring and Enforcement

8.1 Usage Monitoring

We monitor service usage to detect:

• Policy Violations: Uses that violate these terms
• Suspicious Patterns: Unusual usage patterns that may indicate misuse
• Technical Issues: Performance problems or system abuse
• Compliance Issues: Potential legal or regulatory violations

8.2 Enforcement Actions

Violations may result in:

• Warnings: Formal notice of policy violations
• Usage Restrictions: Limitations on service access or features
• Service Suspension: Temporary suspension of service access
• Account Termination: Permanent termination for serious violations
• Legal Action: Referral to law enforcement for illegal activities

9. Reporting and Support

9.1 Violation Reporting

Report suspected violations to:

9.2 Compliance Assistance

We provide support for:

• Technical Support: Assistance with proper implementation
• Best Practices: Recommendations for responsible use
• Documentation: Compliance documentation and certifications

10. Updates and Changes

10.1 Policy Updates

We may update these Terms of Use to:

• Legal Changes: Reflect changes in applicable laws
• Technology Evolution: Address new technologies or capabilities
• Best Practices: Incorporate industry best practices
• Clarification: Provide clearer guidance on acceptable use

10.2 Notification Process

Changes will be communicated through:

• Email Notification: Direct notification to account holders
• Dashboard Alerts: Prominent notices in your account dashboard
• Website Updates: Updates to this terms page
• Documentation: Updates to compliance documentation

11. Contact and Resources

11.1 Contact Information

11.2 Additional Resources

• Terms of Service - Full service agreement
• Privacy Policy - How we handle your data
• Security - Our security measures and practices
• Cookie Policy - Our use of cookies