Terms of Service

Earth from a Space Station
Last updated: February 16, 2026

Acceptance of Terms

By using Earth from a Space Station ("the App"), you agree to these Terms of Service. If you do not agree, please do not use the App.

Description of the App

The App is a WebXR experience that simulates the view of Earth from the International Space Station (ISS) or the Chinese Space Station (CSS) using real orbital data and satellite imagery. It is provided for educational and entertainment purposes.

Use of the App

You may use the App for personal, non-commercial purposes. You agree not to:

Reverse-engineer, decompile, or disassemble the App.
Use the App in any way that violates applicable laws or regulations.
Attempt to interfere with the proper functioning of the App or its servers.

Accuracy of Information

The App displays orbital positions, geographic data, and satellite imagery for visualization purposes. While the data sources are authoritative (NASA imagery, Space-Track orbital data, UN geographic data), the App is not intended for navigation, scientific measurement, or any purpose requiring guaranteed accuracy. Information is provided "as is" without warranty of accuracy or completeness.

Intellectual Property

The App and its original content are the property of Mete Balci and are protected by applicable copyright laws. Third-party data sources and libraries retain their respective licenses. For a full list of data sources, libraries, and attributions, see the Credits & Attributions page.

Disclaimer of Warranties

The App is provided "as is" and "as available" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement.

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, the developer shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of the App.

Health and Safety

The App is a virtual reality experience. Please follow the health and safety guidelines provided by your VR headset manufacturer. Take regular breaks and discontinue use if you experience discomfort, dizziness, or nausea.

Changes to These Terms

These terms may be updated from time to time. Continued use of the App after changes constitutes acceptance of the revised terms.

Contact

If you have questions about these terms, please contact:
Mete Balci — info at metebalci dot com