Terms and Conditions

Please read these terms and conditions carefully before using our DV Lottery Photo Checker service.

Last Updated: December 2024
Welcome to DV Lottery Photo Checker. These Terms and Conditions ("Terms") govern your use of our website and photo validation services. By accessing or using our service, you agree to be bound by these Terms.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using the DV Lottery Photo Checker service, you accept and agree to be bound by the terms and provision of this agreement. If you do not agree to abide by the above, please do not use this service.

2. Service Description

DV Lottery Photo Checker is a free online tool that validates photos against the official requirements for Diversity Visa (DV) lottery applications. Our service:
  • Analyzes uploaded photos for compliance with U.S. Department of State requirements
  • Provides instant feedback on photo specifications
  • Offers recommendations for photo improvements
  • Does not store or retain uploaded photos

3. User Responsibilities

As a user of our service, you agree to:
  • Use the service only for legitimate DV lottery photo validation purposes
  • Upload only photos that you own or have permission to use
  • Not attempt to circumvent or interfere with the service's security measures
  • Not use the service for any illegal or unauthorized purpose
  • Verify all photo requirements with official U.S. government sources

4. Accuracy and Reliability

While we strive to provide accurate photo validation based on official DV lottery requirements:
  • Our service is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind
  • We cannot guarantee 100% accuracy in all validation scenarios
  • Users should verify requirements with official government sources
  • We are not responsible for DV application rejections or outcomes

Important: Our photo checker is an independent tool and is not affiliated with or endorsed by the U.S. Department of State or any government agency.

5. Intellectual Property

The DV Lottery Photo Checker service, including its design, functionality, and content, is owned by MSR and protected by intellectual property laws. Users may not:
  • Copy, modify, or distribute our service or its components
  • Reverse engineer or attempt to extract source code
  • Use our service name or branding without permission
  • Create derivative works based on our service

6. Privacy and Data Protection

We are committed to protecting your privacy:
  • Photos uploaded for validation are processed in real-time and immediately deleted
  • We do not store, retain, or share your personal information
  • No user accounts or registration are required to use our service
  • We may collect anonymous usage statistics to improve our service
  • Please refer to our Privacy Policy for detailed information

7. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, MSR and DV Lottery Photo Checker shall not be liable for:
  • Any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages
  • Loss of data, profits, or business opportunities
  • DV lottery application rejections or immigration outcomes
  • Service interruptions or technical issues
  • Reliance on validation results for official purposes

8. Service Availability

We strive to maintain continuous service availability, but:
  • Service may be temporarily unavailable due to maintenance or technical issues
  • We reserve the right to modify or discontinue the service at any time
  • No guarantee is provided regarding uptime or availability
  • Users should not rely solely on our service for time-sensitive applications

9. Prohibited Uses

You may not use our service to:
  • Upload inappropriate, offensive, or illegal content
  • Attempt to overload or disrupt our servers
  • Use automated tools to access the service excessively
  • Violate any applicable laws or regulations
  • Infringe on the rights of others

10. Third-Party Links

Our service may contain links to third-party websites or resources. We are not responsible for:
  • The content or accuracy of external websites
  • Privacy practices of third-party sites
  • Any damages resulting from use of external links
  • The availability of linked resources

11. Modifications to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting on this page. Your continued use of the service after any modifications constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.

12. Termination

We may terminate or suspend access to our service immediately, without prior notice, for any reason, including breach of these Terms. Upon termination, your right to use the service will cease immediately.

13. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with applicable laws, without regard to conflict of law provisions. Any disputes arising from these Terms or use of our service shall be resolved through appropriate legal channels.

14. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision will be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary so that the remaining Terms will remain in full force and effect.

15. Contact Information

If you have any questions about these Terms and Conditions, please contact us at:

Email: dvphototool@gmail.com

By using DV Lottery Photo Checker, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions.