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Service Suspension and Termination

High severity Rare · 5 of 325 platforms
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ConductAtlas Analysis

Why it matters (compliance & governance perspective)

The clause establishes Google's operational authority to enforce the Acceptable Use Policy through service suspension as a remedial measure, with a defined notice-and-cure period before suspension takes effect except in legally mandated circumstances.

Consumer impact (what this means for users)

Customers operating the Google Maps Platform are subject to a 24-hour cure period following notice of policy violations before service suspension may occur. The provision permits Google to bypass this cure period if required by law.

How other platforms handle this

Meta High

We can take enforcement action against you if we determine, in our sole discretion, that you have violated these terms. We reserve the right to audit your use of platform data and to suspend or terminate your access to our platform at any time.

Fitbit High

If you choose to connect your Fitbit account with third-party apps and services (e.g., a nutrition app), we may share your Fitbit data with those third parties. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third-party apps and services.

RapidAPI High

Your use of third-party APIs available through the RapidAPI platform is subject to the applicable API provider's terms of service, and you agree to comply with such terms. RapidAPI is not responsible for any third-party APIs or their terms.

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If Google becomes aware that Customer's or any End User's use of the Services violates the AUP, Google will notify Customer and request Customer correct the violation. If Customer fails to correct the violation within 24 hours, or if Google is otherwise required by applicable law to take action, then Google may Suspend all or part of Customer's use of the Services until the violation is corrected.

— Excerpt from Google Maps's Google Maps Platform Terms of Service

Applicable regulations

CFAA
United States Federal

Provision details

Document information
Document
Google Maps Platform Terms of Service
Entity
Google Maps
Document last updated
May 5, 2026
Tracking information
First tracked
March 20, 2026
Last verified
April 9, 2026
Record ID
CA-P-001601
Document ID
CA-D-00324
Evidence Provenance
Source URL
Wayback Machine
Content hash (SHA-256)
6b3fc9132543f92a0d6e87edb75a218ea1e3c5adb602f1a194b2b81c84dc02d6
Analysis generated
March 20, 2026 06:28 UTC
Methodology
Evidence
✓ Snapshot stored   ✓ Hash verified
Citation Record
Entity: Google Maps
Document: Google Maps Platform Terms of Service
Record ID: CA-P-001601
Captured: 2026-03-20 06:28:58 UTC
SHA-256: 6b3fc9132543f92a…
URL: https://conductatlas.com/platform/google-maps/google-maps-platform-terms-of-service/service-suspension-and-termination/
Accessed: May 20, 2026
Permanent archival reference. Stable identifier suitable for legal filings, compliance documentation, and research citation.
Classification
Severity
High
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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Google Maps's Service Suspension and Termination clause do?

The clause establishes Google's operational authority to enforce the Acceptable Use Policy through service suspension as a remedial measure, with a defined notice-and-cure period before suspension takes effect except in legally mandated circumstances.

How does this clause affect you?

Customers operating the Google Maps Platform are subject to a 24-hour cure period following notice of policy violations before service suspension may occur. The provision permits Google to bypass this cure period if required by law.

How many platforms have this type of clause?

ConductAtlas has identified this type of provision across 5 platforms. See the full comparison.

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No. ConductAtlas is an independent monitoring service. We are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Google Maps.