diff --git a/TERMS_OF_SERVICE.md b/TERMS_OF_SERVICE.md index df0726e1c2c..67194532182 100644 --- a/TERMS_OF_SERVICE.md +++ b/TERMS_OF_SERVICE.md @@ -1,68 +1,83 @@ # Terms of Service -Welcome to **is-a.dev**, a free subdomain service provided to developers and individuals. By using our service, you agree to the following Terms of Service ("Terms"). Please read them carefully. +Welcome to **is-a.dev** ("our", "us", "we"), a free subdomain service provided to individuals. By using our service, you agree to the following Terms of Service ("Terms"). Please read them carefully. + +For questions or concerns about these Terms, please contact us at support@is-a.dev. + +**Last Updated**: 27th October, 2025 ## 1. Acceptance of Terms -By accessing or using the is-a.dev subdomain service, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, you may not use the service. +By accessing or using is-a.dev, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, you may not use is-a.dev. ## 2. Eligibility -To use the is-a.dev service, you must: +To use is-a.dev, you must: + +1. Be at least 13 years old; +2. Be an individual or non-commercial project; +3. Use the service for lawful purposes only; +4. Provide accurate and truthful information when registering. -1. Be at least 13 years old. -2. Use the service for lawful purposes only. -3. Provide accurate and truthful information during the registration process. +All subdomains must be registered to an individual GitHub account, organisations may not be the registered owner of a subdomain. + +By using is-a.dev, you represent and warrant that you meet these requirements. ## 3. Service Description -The is-a.dev service allows users to register a subdomain under the "is-a.dev" domain. This service is offered "as-is" without guarantees of uptime, support, or permanence. Subdomains are intended solely for developers and non-commercial projects. Commercial use is strictly prohibited. +is-a.dev allows users to register a subdomain under the "is-a.dev" domain. This service is offered "as-is" without guarantees of uptime, support, or permanence. + +Subdomains are intended solely for individuals and non-commercial projects. -We reserve the right to deny any subdomain registration request for any reason. +We reserve the right to deny any subdomain registration request for any reason. ## 4. Prohibited Activities -You agree not to use the is-a.dev service for: - -- Hosting illegal content, including but not limited to pirated software, malware, or copyrighted materials without authorization -- Conducting phishing, spam, or other malicious activities -- Promoting hate speech, violence, or discrimination -- Impersonating individuals, organizations, or entities without consent -- Engaging in activities that violate local, national, or international laws -- Any commercial purposes, including but not limited to advertising, selling products, or hosting e-commerce platforms -- Websites containing adult/restricted content -- Mass unsolicited emailing -- Cryptocurrency mining sites or tools -- Phishing or fraudulent websites -- Open proxy websites or VPN services - -This list is not exhaustive and may be updated or expanded at any time at our discretion. +You agree not to use, attempt to use, or permit others to use the is-a.dev service or any related infrastructure for any of the following purposes: + +1. Illegal activities +2. Degrading the service's performance or availability +3. Promoting violence or harm +4. Harassment, hate speech, or discrimination +5. Pornography or sexually explicit material +6. Impersonation and misrepresentation +7. Infringe third-party rights +8. Use for commercial, political, or promotional purposes +9. Unsolicited communications +10. Cryptocurrency and blockchain mining +11. Abusive automation +12. Proxy or VPN services + +*Note: This list is not extensive and may be updated or expanded at any time at our discretion.* Additionally, users must comply with [GitHub's Terms of Service](https://docs.github.com/en/site-policy/github-terms/github-terms-of-service) where applicable. -Violation of these terms may result in the immediate termination of your subdomain. +Violation of this section may result in immediate termination without notice. ## 5. Ownership and Intellectual Property -1. **Subdomain Ownership**: While you are granted the right to use a subdomain, ownership of the "is-a.dev" domain remains with the service provider. -2. **Content Ownership**: You retain ownership of any content you host on your subdomain. However, you grant us a license to use your subdomain registration data (e.g. contact information, DNS records) to operate the service. +is-a.dev retains all rights, title, and interest in the "is-a.dev" domain and associated systems. + +You retain ownership of any content you host on your subdomain. Your hosted content however must not infringe third-party rights. + +You grant us permission to use your registration data to operate the service. ## 6. Termination of Service -We reserve the right to suspend, terminate, or revoke your subdomain at any time, for any reason, including but not limited to violations of these Terms, operational considerations, or at our sole discretion. +We reserve the right to terminate your subdomain at any time, for any reason. + +Termination may occur without prior notice. Any donations will not be refunded. ## 7. Privacy For privacy-related inquiries, please contact us at support@is-a.dev. We are not responsible for any data or privacy breaches resulting from the use of our service. -## 8. Disclaimer of Warranties +We do not collect or process personal data beyond what is necessary to operate the service. + +## 8. Disclaimer and Limitation of Liability The is-a.dev service is provided "as-is" and "as available." We make no warranties, expressed or implied, regarding the service's functionality, reliability, or suitability for any particular purpose. -## 9. Limitation of Liability -To the fullest extent permitted by law, is-a.dev and its operators shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising from your use or inability to use the service. +You use the service at your own risk. -## 10. Indemnification +## 9. Indemnification You agree to indemnify and hold harmless is-a.dev, its operators, and affiliates from any claims, losses, liabilities, or expenses arising from your use of the service or violation of these Terms. +## 10. Governing Law and Jurisdiction +These Terms are governed by the laws of Australia. + ## 11. Modification of Terms We reserve the right to update or modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting. Your continued use of the service constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms. -## 12. Governing Law -These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Australia. Any disputes shall be resolved exclusively in the courts of Australia. - -## 13. Contact Information -For questions or concerns about these Terms, please contact us at support@is-a.dev. - -By using the is-a.dev service, you agree to these Terms of Service. +If changes are made, we will notify users by posting them on our website or Discord server.