Terms of Service

1. Agreement to Terms

Welcome to Zipdup! These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your use of our URL shortening service (the "Service") operated by Zipdup Technologies ("we," "us," or "our"). By accessing or using our Service, you agree to be bound by these Terms.

If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use our Service. These Terms apply to all users, including both registered users and visitors who use the Service without an account.

2. Description of Service

Zipdup provides a URL shortening service that allows users to:

• Convert long URLs into shorter, more manageable links
• Track click analytics and usage statistics for shortened URLs
• Create custom short codes (for registered users)
• Manage URLs through a dashboard interface (for registered users)
• Access the service programmatically through our API (for registered users)

We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any aspect of the Service at any time with or without notice.

3. User Accounts

3.1 Account Creation

To access certain features, you may create an account by providing:

• A valid email address
• A secure password
• A display name

3.2 Account Responsibility

You are responsible for:

• Maintaining the security of your account credentials
• All activities that occur under your account
• Notifying us immediately of any unauthorized access
• Providing accurate and current information

3.3 Account Termination

You may delete your account at any time through your dashboard. We may suspend or terminate accounts that violate these Terms or for other reasons as determined in our sole discretion.

4. Acceptable Use Policy

4.1 Permitted Uses

You may use our Service to:

• Shorten legitimate URLs for personal or business purposes
• Share shortened links through social media, email, or other platforms
• Track analytics for your shortened URLs
• Integrate with our API for legitimate applications

4.2 Prohibited Uses

You may NOT use our Service to:

• Malicious Content: Shorten URLs that link to malware, viruses, phishing sites, or other harmful content
• Illegal Activities: Promote or facilitate illegal activities, including but not limited to fraud, piracy, or harassment
• Spam: Send unsolicited messages or engage in spam activities using our shortened URLs
• Adult Content: Link to pornographic, sexually explicit, or age-restricted content without appropriate warnings
• Abuse: Attempt to circumvent our rate limiting, security measures, or terms of service
• Impersonation: Impersonate others or misrepresent your identity or affiliation
• Copyright Infringement: Link to copyrighted material without proper authorization
• System Interference: Attempt to interfere with, disrupt, or overload our systems

4.3 Content Monitoring

We employ automated systems to detect and prevent abuse. We reserve the right to review, block, or remove shortened URLs that violate these Terms or pose a security risk to users.

5. Service Limits

5.1 Rate Limits

To ensure fair usage and service availability, we implement rate limits:

• URL shortening: Limited requests per minute per user/IP
• API access: Rate limited based on account type and usage patterns
• Dashboard access: Standard rate limiting for web interface

5.2 API Terms

API usage is subject to additional terms:

• API keys must be kept secure and not shared
• API usage must comply with rate limits and fair use policies
• Commercial usage may require separate agreement
• We may modify or discontinue API access with notice

6. Privacy and Data

Your privacy is important to us. Our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms, explains how we collect, use, and protect your information.

6.1 Data Collection

We collect and process data to provide our Service, including:

• URLs you submit for shortening
• Click analytics and usage statistics
• Account information and preferences
• Technical data for security and performance

6.2 Data Rights

You have rights regarding your data as outlined in our Privacy Policy, including the ability to export your data and request account deletion.

7. Intellectual Property

7.1 Our Rights

The Service, including its design, features, trademarks, and underlying technology, is owned by Zipdup Technologies and protected by intellectual property laws. You may not copy, modify, distribute, or reverse engineer our Service without permission.

7.2 Your Content

You retain ownership of the URLs you submit. By using our Service, you grant us a limited license to process and display your URLs as necessary to provide the Service.

7.3 Respecting Others' Rights

You must respect the intellectual property rights of others. Do not use our Service to link to content that infringes copyrights, trademarks, or other intellectual property rights.

8. Disclaimers and Limitation of Liability

8.1 Service Availability

We strive to maintain high availability, but the Service is provided "AS IS" without warranties. We do not guarantee uninterrupted access, error-free operation, or that the Service will meet your specific requirements.

8.2 Third-Party Content

We are not responsible for the content of URLs you shorten or websites you link to. Users access third-party content at their own risk.

8.3 Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, Zipdup Technologies shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising from your use of the Service, including but not limited to loss of data, revenue, or business opportunities.

9. Indemnification

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless Zipdup Technologies from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from your use of the Service, violation of these Terms, or infringement of third-party rights.

10. Termination

10.1 Termination by You

You may stop using our Service at any time. If you have an account, you may delete it through your dashboard settings.

10.2 Termination by Us

We may suspend or terminate your access to the Service if you violate these Terms, engage in abuse, or for other reasons as determined in our sole discretion. We will provide notice when reasonably possible.

10.3 Effect of Termination

Upon termination, your access to the Service will cease, and we may delete your data in accordance with our Privacy Policy. Shortened URLs may become inactive.

11. Governing Law and Disputes

11.1 Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the jurisdiction where Zipdup Technologies is established, without regard to conflict of law provisions.

11.2 Dispute Resolution

We encourage resolving disputes informally by contacting us first. If informal resolution is not possible, disputes will be resolved through binding arbitration or in the courts of our jurisdiction, as applicable.

12. Changes to Terms

We may modify these Terms from time to time to reflect changes in our Service, legal requirements, or business practices. When we make material changes, we will:

• Update the "Last Updated" date
• Notify users through the Service or by email
• Provide reasonable time for review before changes take effect

Your continued use of the Service after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.

13. Contact Information

If you have questions about these Terms or need to report violations, please contact us:

14. General Provisions

14.1 Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.

14.2 Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Zipdup Technologies regarding the Service.

14.3 Waiver

Our failure to enforce any provision of these Terms does not constitute a waiver of that provision or any other provision.