Amazon Amazon Photos Terms of Use
Read our summary of Amazon's Amazon Photos Terms of Use.
Implications
- You can store, retrieve, and manage your photos, videos, and other files using Amazon Photos Services.
- Amazon can use image recognition technology to analyze and tag your photos and videos.
- You have control over enabling or disabling tagging features through your account settings.
- If you exceed your storage limit, Amazon may delete or restrict access to your files.
- You can share files with others, including through a Family Vault feature.
- Amazon can terminate or suspend your account if you violate the terms of use.
- Service plans offer different storage limits and fees, with options for trial plans.
- You may receive a prorated refund if you cancel your service plan before its expiration.
- Amazon may change or discontinue services at any time for legal or regulatory reasons.
- Your use of third-party services is governed by their privacy policies and terms.
- Amazon is not liable for losses that arise from non-consumer use of the services.
- You can personalize features and receive recommendations based on your usage.
- Automatic renewal of service plans can occur unless you cancel or adjust settings.
- You must use the services for personal, non-commercial purposes only.
- Sharing files that violate laws or rights of others is prohibited.
- Amazon may impose restrictions on the types of content you can store and share.
- You can manage and revoke access for third-party services through your account settings.
- Amazon will not be liable for losses not reasonably foreseeable at the time of service use.
- The services are primarily offered in the United Kingdom.
- You can receive a prorated refund if Amazon discontinues the services.
Data Collection
- Photos and videos
- Metadata associated with photos and videos
- Records of individual faces (when tagging features are enabled)
- Amazon Store order history
- Standard device information such as a unique identifier
Things to watch out for
- Amazon can terminate your account for violating terms, potentially deleting your files.
- Image recognition technology is used on your photos, which may raise privacy concerns.
- Automatic renewal of service plans can lead to unexpected charges if not managed.
- Exceeding storage limits may result in file deletion or restricted access.
FAQs
What happens if I exceed my storage limit on Amazon Photos?
If you exceed your storage limit, Amazon may delete or restrict access to your files. It's important to manage your storage plan accordingly.
Can I control the tagging features on my photos?
Yes, you can enable or disable the tagging features through your account settings at any time.
Will I receive a refund if I cancel my service plan?
You may receive a prorated refund if you cancel your service plan before its expiration, based on the number of full days remaining.
(Last updated: 17th January, 2025)
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