Terms of Service

1. Acceptance of Terms

These Terms of Service constitute a legally binding agreement between you and Toolsonline. If you do not agree to these terms, you must not access or use our services.

Your continued use of our services following the posting of changes to these terms means you accept those changes. We encourage you to review these terms periodically.

2. Description of Service

Toolsonline provides free online PDF management tools, including but not limited to:

• PDF merging and combining functionality
• Client-side PDF processing
• Educational content and tutorials
• Related PDF tools and utilities

2.1 Service Characteristics

Our services are provided:

• Free of Charge: No fees are required to access or use our PDF tools
• As-Is Basis: Services are provided without warranties of any kind
• Client-Side Processing: PDF files are processed entirely in your browser
• No Account Required: You can use our services without registration

2.2 Service Availability

While we strive to maintain continuous availability, we do not guarantee uninterrupted access to our services. We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any aspect of our services at any time without prior notice.

3. User Obligations

By using our services, you agree to:

• Comply with all applicable laws and regulations
• Use the services only for lawful purposes
• Respect the intellectual property rights of others
• Not interfere with or disrupt our services or servers
• Not attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems
• Provide accurate information when contacting us
• Take responsibility for the content of files you process

3.1 Account Responsibility

If you choose to create an account for newsletter subscriptions or other optional features, you are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account information and for all activities that occur under your account.

4. Acceptable Use Policy

4.1 Prohibited Uses

You agree NOT to use our services to:

• Process, store, or transmit illegal content or materials
• Violate any laws, regulations, or third-party rights
• Distribute malware, viruses, or harmful code
• Engage in fraudulent activities or misrepresentation
• Harass, abuse, or harm others
• Infringe on intellectual property rights
• Attempt to reverse engineer or decompile our services
• Use automated systems to access our services excessively
• Collect or harvest user information without consent
• Impersonate any person or entity

4.2 Content Responsibility

You are solely responsible for the content of any PDF files you process using our services. We do not monitor, review, or have access to the content of your files due to our client-side processing approach.

5. Intellectual Property Rights

5.1 Our Intellectual Property

All content, features, and functionality of Toolsonline, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, icons, images, software, and design, are owned by Toolsonline or its licensors and are protected by international copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

5.2 Your Content

You retain all rights to the PDF files and content you process using our services. We do not claim any ownership rights to your content. Since processing occurs client-side, we never have access to or store your files.

5.3 License to Use

We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to access and use our services for personal or commercial purposes, subject to these terms.

5.4 Restrictions

You may not:

• Copy, modify, or create derivative works of our services
• Reverse engineer or attempt to extract source code
• Remove or alter any copyright, trademark, or proprietary notices
• Use our branding without explicit written permission
• Frame or mirror our website content

6. Disclaimers and Warranties

6.1 No Warranties

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Toolsonline disclaims all warranties, including but not limited to:

• Warranties of merchantability
• Fitness for a particular purpose
• Non-infringement
• Accuracy, reliability, or completeness of content
• Uninterrupted or error-free operation
• Security of data transmission

6.2 Use at Your Own Risk

You understand and agree that you use our services at your own risk. We do not warrant that:

• The services will meet your specific requirements
• The results obtained will be accurate or reliable
• Any errors or defects will be corrected
• The services will be available at all times

6.3 Third-Party Content

Our website may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the content, accuracy, or practices of these third parties.

7. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, Toolsonline and its affiliates, officers, employees, agents, and licensors shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including but not limited to:

• Loss of profits, data, or business opportunities
• Service interruptions or delays
• Errors or inaccuracies in content
• Unauthorized access to or alteration of your transmissions
• Statements or conduct of third parties
• Any other matter relating to the services

7.1 Maximum Liability

In no event shall our total liability to you for all damages, losses, and causes of action exceed the amount you paid to us, if any, in the six months prior to the claim. Since our services are free, this amount would be zero.

7.2 Jurisdictional Limitations

Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of certain warranties or liabilities. In such cases, our liability will be limited to the maximum extent permitted by law.

8. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Toolsonline, its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, agents, and licensors from and against any and all claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, expenses, or fees (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising from:

• Your use or misuse of our services
• Your violation of these Terms of Service
• Your violation of any rights of another party
• Your violation of any applicable laws or regulations
• Content you process using our services

We reserve the right to assume the exclusive defense and control of any matter subject to indemnification by you, and you agree to cooperate with our defense of these claims.

9. Privacy and Data Protection

Your use of our services is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms of Service by reference. Please review our Privacy Policy to understand our data practices.

9.1 Client-Side Processing

Our PDF merger tool operates entirely within your web browser using JavaScript. This means:

• Your PDF files are not uploaded to our servers
• We do not have access to your file content
• Processing happens locally on your device
• No file data is transmitted over the internet

10. Modifications to Service and Terms

10.1 Service Modifications

We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any aspect of our services at any time, with or without notice. We shall not be liable to you or any third party for any modification, suspension, or discontinuation of the services.

10.2 Terms Modifications

We may revise these Terms of Service at any time by updating this page. When we make changes:

• We will update the "Last Updated" date at the top
• Significant changes may be announced on our website
• Your continued use constitutes acceptance of updated terms
• We encourage periodic review of these terms

If you disagree with any changes to these terms, your sole remedy is to discontinue using our services.

11. Termination

11.1 Termination by You

You may stop using our services at any time. Since no account is required for basic services, simply discontinue access to our website.

11.2 Termination by Us

We reserve the right to terminate or suspend your access to our services immediately, without prior notice or liability, for any reason, including but not limited to:

• Violation of these Terms of Service
• Fraudulent, abusive, or illegal activity
• Extended periods of inactivity (for account-based features)
• Requests by law enforcement or government agencies
• Technical or security concerns

11.3 Effect of Termination

Upon termination:

• Your right to use the services will immediately cease
• All provisions that should survive termination shall continue to apply
• You remain responsible for any obligations accrued prior to termination

12. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

12.1 Governing Law

These Terms of Service shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the jurisdiction in which Toolsonline operates, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

12.2 Dispute Resolution

Any disputes arising from these terms or your use of our services should first be resolved through good-faith negotiations. If a dispute cannot be resolved informally, you agree to submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts in our operating jurisdiction.

12.3 Class Action Waiver

To the extent permitted by law, you agree that any dispute resolution proceedings will be conducted only on an individual basis and not in a class, consolidated, or representative action.

12.4 Time Limitation

Any claim or cause of action arising from or related to your use of our services must be filed within one year after such claim or cause of action arose, or it shall be forever barred.

13. General Provisions

13.1 Entire Agreement

These Terms of Service, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Toolsonline regarding your use of our services, superseding any prior agreements.

13.2 Severability

If any provision of these terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect. The invalid provision shall be modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it valid and enforceable.

13.3 Waiver

Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these terms shall not constitute a waiver of such right or provision. Any waiver must be in writing and signed by an authorized representative.

13.4 Assignment

You may not assign or transfer these terms or your rights under them without our prior written consent. We may assign our rights and obligations without restriction.

13.5 Force Majeure

We shall not be liable for any failure or delay in performance due to circumstances beyond our reasonable control, including but not limited to natural disasters, war, terrorism, pandemics, internet failures, or government actions.

13.6 No Agency

No agency, partnership, joint venture, or employment relationship is created between you and Toolsonline as a result of these terms or your use of our services.

13.7 Headings

The section headings in these terms are for convenience only and have no legal or contractual effect.

13.8 Language

These Terms of Service are written in English. Any translations are provided for convenience only. In case of conflict, the English version shall prevail.

14. Contact Information

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding these Terms of Service, please contact us: