1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing and using the JSON Formatter & Validator service ("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
JSON Formatter & Validator is a free web-based tool that provides:
- JSON formatting and beautification
- JSON validation and error detection
- Data conversion between JSON, XML, YAML, and CSV formats
- File upload and download capabilities
- Local data processing (no server-side storage)
3. User Responsibilities
3.1 Acceptable Use
You agree to use the Service only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. You agree not to:
- Use the Service for any illegal or unauthorized purpose
- Process sensitive, confidential, or personal data without proper authorization
- Attempt to reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble the Service
- Use automated tools to access the Service in a way that could damage or overload our systems
- Upload malicious code, viruses, or harmful content
3.2 Data Responsibility
You are solely responsible for:
- The content and data you input into the Service
- Ensuring you have the right to process any data you use with our Service
- Complying with applicable data protection laws (GDPR, CCPA, etc.)
- Backing up your data before processing
4. Service Availability
4.1 Uptime
While we strive to maintain high availability, we do not guarantee that the Service will be available 100% of the time. The Service may be temporarily unavailable due to:
- Scheduled maintenance
- Technical issues
- Third-party service dependencies
- Force majeure events
4.2 Service Modifications
We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue the Service at any time without prior notice.
5. Privacy and Data Processing
5.1 Local Processing
All JSON data processing occurs locally in your browser. We do not store, transmit, or have access to your JSON data.
5.2 Analytics
We use Google Analytics to collect anonymized usage statistics. Please refer to our Privacy Policy for detailed information about data collection and processing.
6. Intellectual Property
6.1 Service Ownership
The Service, including its design, code, and functionality, is owned by us and protected by intellectual property laws.
6.2 User Content
You retain all rights to the data and content you process using our Service. We claim no ownership over your data.
7. Disclaimers and Limitations
7.1 Service "As Is"
The Service is provided "as is" and "as available" without any warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to:
- Merchantability
- Fitness for a particular purpose
- Non-infringement
- Accuracy or completeness of results
7.2 Limitation of Liability
In no event shall we be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including but not limited to:
- Loss of data
- Loss of profits
- Business interruption
- Loss of business information
7.3 Maximum Liability
Our total liability for any claims arising from or related to the Service shall not exceed $100 USD.
8. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold us harmless from any claims, damages, losses, or expenses (including attorney fees) arising from:
- Your use of the Service
- Your violation of these Terms
- Your violation of any third-party rights
- Any data you process using the Service
9. Termination
9.1 Termination by You
You may stop using the Service at any time. Simply close your browser or navigate away from the website.
9.2 Termination by Us
We may terminate or suspend your access to the Service immediately, without prior notice, for any reason, including breach of these Terms.
10. Governing Law
These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the jurisdiction where our service is operated, without regard to conflict of law principles.
11. Dispute Resolution
11.1 Informal Resolution
Before filing any formal dispute, you agree to try to resolve the dispute informally by contacting us.
11.2 Binding Arbitration
Any disputes that cannot be resolved informally shall be resolved through binding arbitration rather than in court.
12. Changes to Terms
We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting. Your continued use of the Service after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the modified Terms.
13. Severability
If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.
14. Entire Agreement
These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and us regarding the Service and supersede all prior agreements and understandings.
15. Contact Information
If you have any questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us through our website or by visiting our main page.
Last Updated: December 19, 2024