Terms of Service
These terms govern your use of Utilioo's privacy-first browser utilities.
Key Points
Free to Use
All tools are free with no hidden fees or subscriptions.
Privacy Protected
Your files never leave your device - complete privacy guaranteed.
Use Responsibly
Don't use our tools for illegal or harmful purposes.
No Warranties
Tools provided "as is" - always backup important files.
1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing or using Utilioo ("the 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.
These Terms apply to all users of Utilioo, including casual visitors and regular users of our tools.
2. Description of Service
Utilioo provides browser-based utility tools for file processing, including but not limited to:
- PDF merging and manipulation
- Image compression and processing
- Background removal from images
- QR code generation
- Text processing utilities
- Other file processing tools
Key Feature: All processing occurs locally in your browser. We do not upload, store, or access your files in any way.
3. User Responsibilities
You agree to:
- Use our tools only for lawful purposes
- Respect intellectual property rights of others
- Not attempt to reverse engineer or modify our tools
- Not use our service to process illegal content
- Not overload our servers with excessive requests
- Keep your browser updated for optimal security
You agree NOT to:
- Process copyrighted material without permission
- Use our tools for spam, malware, or phishing
- Attempt to hack, attack, or disrupt our service
- Violate any applicable laws or regulations
- Impersonate others or provide false information
- Use automated tools to scrape our website
4. File Processing and Privacy
Local Processing: All file processing occurs entirely within your browser using WebAssembly and JavaScript. Your files are never uploaded to our servers.
Data Responsibility: You are solely responsible for the content of files you process. We have no access to or knowledge of your file contents.
Privacy Guarantee: Since processing happens locally, your files remain private and secure on your device at all times. See our Privacy Policy for details.
5. Intellectual Property
Our Rights
The Utilioo website, tools, and associated content are owned by us and protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. You may not copy, modify, or distribute our code without permission.
Your Rights
You retain all rights to files you process using our tools. We make no claim to ownership of your content and cannot access it due to our local processing architecture.
Open Source Components
Our tools may incorporate open source libraries. These components are used in accordance with their respective licenses, which are available upon request.
6. Service Availability
We strive to maintain high availability but cannot guarantee uninterrupted service. Our service may be temporarily unavailable due to:
- Scheduled maintenance
- Technical issues or server problems
- Network connectivity issues
- Updates and improvements
Offline Functionality: Since our tools work locally, they may continue functioning even when our website is unavailable, depending on your browser cache.
7. Disclaimers and Limitations
Service Provided "As Is"
Our tools are provided "as is" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. We do not warrant that our service will be error-free, secure, or available at all times.
User Responsibility for Backups
Important: Always maintain backups of important files before processing. While our tools are designed to be safe, we cannot guarantee against data loss due to browser issues, power outages, or other unforeseen circumstances.
Limitations of Liability
To the maximum extent permitted by law, we shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising from your use of our service, including but not limited to data loss, business interruption, or lost profits.
8. Browser Compatibility
Our tools require modern browsers with support for:
- WebAssembly (WASM)
- Modern JavaScript (ES6+)
- Canvas API
- File API
- Local storage (for preferences only)
We recommend using the latest versions of Chrome, Firefox, Safari, or Edge for the best experience.
9. Modifications to Terms
We may update these Terms from time to time. When we do, we will:
- Post the updated Terms on this page
- Update the "Last Updated" date
- For significant changes, provide prominent notice on our website
Your continued use of our service after changes constitutes acceptance of the new Terms.
10. Termination
You may stop using our service at any time. We may suspend or terminate access to our service for violations of these Terms, though we will make reasonable efforts to provide notice.
Upon termination, your right to use our service ceases immediately, but these Terms will continue to apply to your prior use.
11. Governing Law
These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of [Your Jurisdiction], without regard to conflict of law principles. Any disputes shall be resolved in the courts of [Your Jurisdiction].
12. Contact Information
If you have questions about these Terms, please contact us:
- Email: legal@utilioo.com
- Contact Form: utilioo.com/contact
- Response Time: We aim to respond within 48 hours
Important Legal Notice
This Terms of Service document is provided as a template and may need customization based on your specific jurisdiction and business requirements. Consider consulting with a legal professional to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.