Terms of Service

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using PickyMap (https://pickymap.com), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use the site. Your continued use of PickyMap following any changes to these terms constitutes your acceptance of the revised terms.

2. About PickyMap

PickyMap is an informational website that curates restaurant and café recommendations in South Korea, sourced from publicly available content created by food YouTubers. PickyMap is operated by Openeight, a company registered in South Korea.

PickyMap is a non-commercial information service. We do not sell products, process payments, or offer reservations. All content is provided for informational and travel planning purposes only.

3. Use of Content

All content on PickyMap — including restaurant names, descriptions, locations, and associated media — is provided for informational purposes only.

• Accuracy: We do not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of any restaurant information. Operating hours, menus, prices, and availability are subject to change without notice.
• Verification: We strongly recommend that you verify current information directly with the restaurant before visiting, including hours of operation, address, and menu availability.
• User Responsibility: You are solely responsible for any decisions made based on the information provided on PickyMap.

4. Third-Party Content

PickyMap embeds video content from YouTube and links to external websites. Please be aware of the following:

• YouTube videosembedded on this site are the property of their respective channel owners and are subject to YouTube's Terms of Service and the individual creators' rights.
• External linksmay direct you to third-party websites that are not under PickyMap's control. We are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or accuracy of any external site.
• PickyMap accepts no liability for any content, services, or products offered by third parties.

5. Intellectual Property

The PickyMap name, logo, design, and overall site structure are owned by Openeight. All rights are reserved.

• Restaurant photos, videos, and related media remain the intellectual property of their original creators (YouTubers and other content owners).
• You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or commercially exploit any content from PickyMap without prior written permission from the respective rights holder.
• Personal, non-commercial use of content (such as sharing a link) is permitted, provided you give appropriate credit.

6. Restaurant Information Disclaimer

Restaurant recommendations on PickyMap reflect the opinions of the food content creators featured on the site and the editorial judgment of our curators. They do not constitute professional advice of any kind.

• Food allergies and dietary restrictions: Always consult directly with the restaurant regarding allergens, ingredients, and dietary options. PickyMap is not responsible for any adverse reactions.
• Hygiene and safety: Food safety standards at restaurants are the responsibility of the restaurant operators. PickyMap does not inspect or certify any listed establishments.
• Visit outcomes: PickyMap is not liable for any dissatisfactory experience, financial loss, or harm resulting from visiting a listed restaurant.

7. Affiliate Disclosure & Advertising

PickyMap may display advertisements served through Google AdSense. These ads are selected automatically based on site content and user context. PickyMap does not control the specific ads displayed.

Some links on PickyMap may be affiliate links. If you click an affiliate link and make a purchase, PickyMap may receive a commission at no additional cost to you. Affiliate relationships do not influence our editorial recommendations — we only feature restaurants that have been independently covered by food content creators.

8. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, Openeight and PickyMap shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising from:

• Your use of or inability to use the site
• Inaccurate or outdated restaurant information
• Content provided by third parties, including embedded videos
• Temporary or permanent interruptions to site availability
• Any decisions made based on information found on PickyMap

Your use of PickyMap is at your own risk. The site and its content are provided "as is" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied.

9. User Conduct

When using PickyMap, you agree not to:

• Use automated tools to scrape, crawl, or harvest data from the site
• Attempt to interfere with or disrupt the normal operation of PickyMap
• Use the site for any unlawful purpose or in violation of applicable regulations
• Reproduce or redistribute site content for commercial purposes without permission

10. Modifications to Terms

Openeight reserves the right to update or modify these Terms of Service at any time. When changes are made, the "Last updated" date at the top of this page will be revised. Your continued use of PickyMap after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated terms. We encourage you to review this page periodically.

11. Governing Law

These Terms of Service shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Republic of Korea, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Any disputes arising from or related to these terms or your use of PickyMap shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of South Korea.

12. Contact

If you have any questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us: