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Terms of Service

Effective Date: January 1, 2025

These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your use of SecureCompress, a macOS PDF compression application ("the Software"). By downloading, installing, or using SecureCompress, you agree to these Terms.

Quick Summary (Not Legal Advice)

In plain language:

  • You get a personal license for up to 2 devices
  • Don't share or resell your license key
  • We're not responsible if something goes wrong with your files
  • Don't try to hack or reverse engineer the app

1. Definitions

  • "Software" refers to the SecureCompress macOS application
  • "Free Version" refers to the feature-limited version available at no cost
  • "Pro Version" refers to the full-featured version requiring a paid license
  • "License Key" refers to the unique code that activates Pro features
  • "User" or "You" refers to any person who downloads or uses the Software

2. License Grant

Subject to these Terms, we grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to:

  • Download and install the Software on macOS devices you own or control
  • Use the Free Version indefinitely within its feature limitations
  • Use the Pro Version on up to two (2) personal devices per license key

This license is for personal, non-commercial use unless you purchase a commercial or volume license.

3. License Restrictions

You may NOT:

  • Share, sell, lease, or transfer your license key to others
  • Use one license key on more than two devices simultaneously
  • Reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble the Software
  • Attempt to bypass, disable, or circumvent license validation
  • Remove or alter any proprietary notices or labels
  • Use the Software for any illegal purpose
  • Redistribute the Software or create derivative works

4. Pro License Terms

One-Time Purchase

Pro is a one-time purchase, not a subscription. You pay once and own the license perpetually for the major version purchased.

Device Limit

Each Pro license activates on up to two (2) personal devices. You can deactivate a device to free up a slot.

Validation

The Software periodically validates your license online. Offline use is supported between validations with a grace period.

Updates

Your license includes free updates within the same major version (e.g., 1.x). Major version upgrades may require a new purchase at a discounted rate.

5. Free Version Terms

  • The Free Version has feature limitations (file size, page count, daily usage)
  • Free Version limitations may change with updates
  • The Free Version is provided to help you evaluate the Software before purchasing

6. Intellectual Property

  • SecureCompress and all associated trademarks, logos, and content are owned by us
  • Your PDFs and documents remain your property — we claim no rights to your content
  • Feedback or suggestions you provide may be used to improve the Software without compensation

7. Disclaimer of Warranties

THE SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND. WE DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING:

  • Merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose
  • Non-infringement of third-party rights
  • Uninterrupted or error-free operation
  • Accuracy or reliability of results

Some jurisdictions don't allow warranty exclusions, so some of the above may not apply to you.

8. Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW:

  • We are not liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages
  • We are not liable for data loss, corruption, or inability to access your files
  • Our total liability is limited to the amount you paid for the Software
  • These limitations apply regardless of the legal theory (contract, tort, etc.)

9. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold us harmless from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from your use of the Software or violation of these Terms.

10. Termination

  • Your license terminates automatically if you violate these Terms
  • Upon termination, you must stop using the Software and delete all copies
  • We may terminate or suspend access to the license validation server with reasonable notice
  • Sections on intellectual property, disclaimers, and limitations survive termination

11. Governing Law & Disputes

  • These Terms are governed by the laws of [Your Jurisdiction], without regard to conflict of law principles
  • Any disputes shall be resolved through binding arbitration or in the courts of [Your Jurisdiction]
  • You waive any right to participate in class action lawsuits against us

12. Modifications to Terms

  • We may update these Terms periodically
  • Significant changes will be announced via our website or app update notes
  • Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance of the new Terms
  • If you disagree with changes, your remedy is to stop using the Software

13. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found unenforceable, the remaining provisions remain in full effect.

14. Entire Agreement

These Terms, along with our Privacy Policy and Refund Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and us regarding the Software.

15. Contact

For questions about these Terms:

Email: support@securecompress.app