Re: Maps and terms of use: cache a map?

John,

You have in your comment:

"only use google maps in a web-app-context, not-for-profit,
for-browser-only access, and not unless you have an always-on internet
connection."

A correction to your statement. You can use Google Maps in a "for
profit" application, no problem there at all. Also, dial-up internet
connections can use Google Maps, albeit a bit slow, but still
functional. I do agree that in the application has to be web-based and
for-browswer-only, at least so far.

Number 4 of the FAQ states:

4. Is the Maps API available for commercial websites?

Yes, it is, as long your site is generally accessible to consumers
without charge. For example, if your website is supported by
advertising, it likely falls within the terms of the Maps API. Or, if
you charge people to place information on your map (e.g., to list their
homes for sale), but you list this information on Google Maps on a free
part of your site, you'll also meet the Maps API terms of use.

However, not all commercial uses are allowed. For example,

* Premium websites - If your site is only available to paying
customers, you cannot use the Maps API.
* Enterprise websites - The Maps API is not available for use
within enterprise or intranet applications.

Remember, Google reserves the right to suspend or terminate the use of
the service at any time, so please read the terms of use carefully.

http://www.google.com/apis/maps/faq.html#faq4

-John

http://maps.huge.info