Terms of Service

Last updated: January 15, 2025

Agreement Summary

By using dcode.tools, you agree to these terms. Our service is free, but we have some basic rules to ensure everyone can use it safely.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using dcode.tools ("the Service"), you accept and agree to be bound by the terms and provision of this agreement. If you do not agree to abide by the above, please do not use this service.

2. Description of Service

dcode.tools provides free online tools for developers, including but not limited to:

  • PDF processing tools (compress, merge, split, convert)
  • Image processing tools (compress, resize, convert, enhance)
  • Text processing tools (JSON formatter, Base64 encoder/decoder, case converter)
  • Hash generation tools (MD5, SHA256, password generator)
  • Other utility tools as we add them

3. Use License

Permission is granted to temporarily use dcode.tools for personal, non-commercial transitory viewing only. This is the grant of a license, not a transfer of title, and under this license you may not:

  • Modify or copy the materials
  • Use the materials for any commercial purpose or for any public display
  • Attempt to reverse engineer any software contained on the website
  • Remove any copyright or other proprietary notations from the materials

4. Acceptable Use

You agree to use the Service only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. You agree not to:

  • Upload, process, or share illegal, harmful, or inappropriate content
  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the Service
  • Use the Service in any way that could damage, disable, or impair the Service
  • Use automated systems to access the Service without permission
  • Violate any applicable laws or regulations
  • Infringe on the rights of others

5. File Processing and Privacy

Your Files Are Protected

  • Files are processed securely and automatically deleted
  • We do not store your files permanently
  • Files are not shared with third parties
  • Processing is done in isolated, secure environments

6. Service Availability

We strive to provide reliable service, but we cannot guarantee that the Service will be available at all times. The Service may be temporarily unavailable due to maintenance, updates, or technical issues. We reserve the right to modify or discontinue the Service at any time without notice.

7. Rate Limiting

To ensure fair usage and service availability, we implement rate limiting on our Service. This may include limits on the number of requests, file sizes, or processing frequency. We reserve the right to adjust these limits as needed.

8. Intellectual Property

The Service and its original content, features, and functionality are and will remain the exclusive property of dcode.tools and its licensors. The Service is protected by copyright, trademark, and other laws. Our trademarks and trade dress may not be used in connection with any product or service without our prior written consent.

9. Disclaimer of Warranties

The information on this Service is provided on an "as is" basis. To the fullest extent permitted by law, dcode.tools excludes all representations, warranties, conditions and terms relating to our Service and the use of this Service. Nothing in this disclaimer will:

  • Limit or exclude our or your liability for death or personal injury
  • Limit or exclude our or your liability for fraud or fraudulent misrepresentation
  • Limit any of our or your liabilities in any way that is not permitted under applicable law
  • Exclude any of our or your liabilities that may not be excluded under applicable law

10. Limitation of Liability

In no event shall dcode.tools, nor its directors, employees, partners, agents, suppliers, or affiliates, be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including without limitation, loss of profits, data, use, goodwill, or other intangible losses, resulting from your use of the Service.

11. Indemnification

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless dcode.tools and its licensee and licensors, and their employees, contractors, agents, officers and directors, from and against any and all claims, damages, obligations, losses, liabilities, costs or debt, and expenses (including but not limited to attorney's fees).

12. Termination

We may terminate or suspend your access immediately, without prior notice or liability, for any reason whatsoever, including without limitation if you breach the Terms. Upon termination, your right to use the Service will cease immediately.

13. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right, at our sole discretion, to modify or replace these Terms at any time. If a revision is material, we will try to provide at least 30 days notice prior to any new terms taking effect. What constitutes a material change will be determined at our sole discretion.

14. Governing Law

These Terms shall be interpreted and governed by the laws of the jurisdiction in which dcode.tools operates, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms will not be considered a waiver of those rights.

15. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is held to be invalid or unenforceable by a court, the remaining provisions of these Terms will remain in effect. These Terms constitute the entire agreement between us regarding our Service, and supersede and replace any prior agreements we might have between us regarding the Service.

16. Contact Information

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

Email: legal@dcode.tools

Website: Contact Form

Address: dcode.tools Legal Team

Fair Use Policy

We believe in providing free, accessible tools to the developer community. These terms are designed to ensure everyone can use our services fairly and safely. If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to contact us.