Last updated: January 24, 2026
Last updated: January 24, 2026
Welcome to BestCityIndex ("we," "our," or "us"). By accessing or using our website, services, and data (collectively, the "Services"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use our Services.
BestCityIndex is operated by Silva Node AB, a company registered in Sweden.
BestCityIndex provides comprehensive city rankings, data analysis, and insights on global cities across various categories including business environment, livability, investment potential, sustainability, and innovation. Our Services include:
Access to city rankings and data visualizations
Purchase and download of datasets and reports
Articles, insights, and analysis on urban development
Comparison tools and interactive features
Subscription-based data access
Some features of our Services require you to create an account. You agree to:
Provide accurate, current, and complete information
Maintain and promptly update your account information
Maintain the security of your account credentials
Accept responsibility for all activities under your account
Notify us immediately of any unauthorized access
We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your account at any time for violations of these Terms or for any other reason at our sole discretion.
You agree to use our Services only for lawful purposes. You may not:
Violate any applicable laws or regulations
Infringe on intellectual property rights
Transmit malicious code, viruses, or harmful content
Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems
Use automated tools (bots, scrapers) without permission
Interfere with or disrupt the Services
Misrepresent your identity or affiliation
Use the Services for competitive intelligence without authorization
Redistribute or resell our data without proper licensing
All content on BestCityIndex, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, data, rankings, analysis, and software, is the property of Silva Node AB or its licensors and is protected by international copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.
We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to access and use our Services for personal or internal business purposes, subject to these Terms.
You may not:
Copy, modify, or create derivative works of our content
Reverse engineer or decompile any software
Remove copyright or proprietary notices
Use our content for commercial purposes without a license
Frame or mirror any part of the Services
Certain data and rankings are available for free viewing on our website. This content may be used for personal, non-commercial purposes with proper attribution.
When you purchase data access packages or datasets:
You receive a license to use the data according to your purchase tier
Commercial use requires appropriate licensing
Redistribution is prohibited unless explicitly authorized
All purchases are final and non-refundable unless otherwise stated
Access tokens are non-transferable
When using our data or rankings, you must provide proper attribution: "Data source: BestCityIndex (bestcityindex.com)"
All prices are displayed in the currency indicated on our website and are subject to change without notice.
Payments are processed through Stripe, a third-party payment processor. By making a purchase, you agree to Stripe's terms and conditions.
All data purchases are final. Refunds may be issued at our sole discretion in cases of technical errors or duplicate charges.
Our rankings and data are compiled from various sources including public databases, research institutions, and proprietary analysis. While we strive for accuracy, we do not guarantee the completeness, accuracy, or timeliness of any information.
THE SERVICES AND ALL CONTENT ARE 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.
Our data and analysis are for informational purposes only and should not be construed as professional advice for investment, legal, tax, or relocation decisions. Always consult with qualified professionals before making important decisions.
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, BESTCITYINDEX, SILVA NODE AB, AND OUR AFFILIATES, OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES, AND AGENTS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, OR ANY LOSS OF PROFITS OR REVENUES, WHETHER INCURRED DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY, OR ANY LOSS OF DATA, USE, GOODWILL, OR OTHER INTANGIBLE LOSSES RESULTING FROM:
Your use or inability to use the Services
Any unauthorized access to or use of our servers or data
Any bugs, viruses, or malicious code transmitted through the Services
Any errors or omissions in content or data
Any decisions made based on our data or rankings
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless BestCityIndex, Silva Node AB, and our affiliates from any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses, including reasonable attorney fees, arising from your use of the Services or violation of these Terms.
Our Services may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the content, accuracy, or practices of these external sites. Your use of third-party services is at your own risk and subject to their terms and conditions.
We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any aspect of the Services at any time without notice or liability.
We may update these Terms from time to time. Material changes will be notified through:
Posting on this page with an updated "Last updated" date
Email notification to registered users (for significant changes)
Prominent notice on our website
Your continued use of the Services after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.
These Terms are governed by the laws of Sweden, without regard to conflict of law principles. Any disputes shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts in Sweden.
Before filing a claim, you agree to contact us at bestcityindex.com/contact to attempt to resolve the dispute informally.
If informal resolution fails, disputes may be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with Swedish arbitration law.
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, and the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.
These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and BestCityIndex regarding the Services.
If you have questions about these Terms, please contact us:
BestCityIndex
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Contact: bestcityindex.com/contact
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