Terms of Service

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using URL Shortener ("Service"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use our Service. We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time, and such modifications will be effective immediately upon posting.

2. Description of Service

URL Shortener provides a URL shortening service that allows users to create shortened links, track analytics, and manage their link campaigns. The Service includes web-based tools, APIs, and related functionality as described on our website.

3. Account Registration

To use certain features of the Service, you must:

• Provide accurate and complete registration information
• Maintain the security of your account credentials
• Promptly update your information if it changes
• Accept responsibility for all activities under your account
• Be at least 13 years of age (or the age of majority in your jurisdiction)

4. Acceptable Use Policy

You agree NOT to use the Service to:

• Create links to illegal, harmful, or malicious content
• Distribute malware, viruses, or other harmful software
• Engage in phishing, fraud, or deceptive practices
• Violate intellectual property rights of others
• Distribute spam or unsolicited communications
• Link to content that promotes violence, hate speech, or discrimination
• Link to adult content without proper age verification measures
• Violate any applicable laws or regulations
• Interfere with or disrupt the Service or servers
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the Service
• Use automated systems to access the Service without permission

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate these policies without prior notice.

5. Credits and Payments

Our Service operates on a credit-based system:

• Credits are consumed when your shortened URLs receive clicks
• Credit packages and pricing are displayed on our website
• All purchases are final and non-refundable unless required by law
• Unused credits do not expire unless your account is terminated
• We reserve the right to modify pricing with reasonable notice

6. API Usage

If you use our API:

• You must comply with our API documentation and rate limits
• API keys must be kept confidential and not shared
• You are responsible for all activity under your API keys
• We may suspend API access for abuse or excessive usage
• API access may be subject to additional terms

7. Intellectual Property

The Service and its original content, features, and functionality are owned by URL Shortener and are protected by international copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. You retain ownership of content you submit, but grant us a license to use it to provide the Service.

8. Custom Domains

If you use custom domains:

• You must own or have authorization to use the domain
• You are responsible for domain registration and DNS configuration
• We are not responsible for domain expiration or DNS issues
• Custom domains must comply with our Acceptable Use Policy

9. Service Availability

We strive to maintain high availability but do not guarantee uninterrupted access to the Service. We may suspend the Service for maintenance, updates, or security reasons. We will attempt to provide notice of planned maintenance when possible.

10. Disclaimer of Warranties

THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. WE DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES INCLUDING MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT. WE DO NOT WARRANT THAT THE SERVICE WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED, SECURE, OR ERROR-FREE.

11. Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, URL Shortener SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, INCLUDING LOSS OF PROFITS, DATA, OR BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES, ARISING FROM YOUR USE OF THE SERVICE. OUR TOTAL LIABILITY SHALL NOT EXCEED THE AMOUNT YOU PAID US IN THE TWELVE MONTHS PRECEDING THE CLAIM.

12. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless URL Shortener, its officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, losses, or expenses (including legal fees) arising from your use of the Service or violation of these Terms.

13. Termination

We may terminate or suspend your account at any time for violations of these Terms or for any other reason at our sole discretion. You may terminate your account at any time by contacting us. Upon termination, your right to use the Service will immediately cease.

14. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with applicable laws, without regard to conflict of law principles. Any disputes arising from these Terms shall be resolved in the courts of competent jurisdiction.

15. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will notify users of material changes via email or through the Service. Your continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the modified Terms.

16. Contact Information

If you have any questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us: