Terms of Service

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using ShortyX ("Service"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, you must not use our Service.

These Terms apply to all visitors, users, and others who access or use the Service.

2. Eligibility

You must be at least 13 years of age to use this Service. By using ShortyX, you represent and warrant that you meet this age requirement.

3. User Accounts

• You may need to create an account to access certain features.
• You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your login credentials.
• You are responsible for all activities that occur under your account.
• You must provide accurate and complete information during registration.
• You may not share your account credentials with others.

4. Service Description

ShortyX provides URL shortening services that allow users to create shortened versions of long URLs. Features include:

• Custom short code creation
• Click analytics and tracking
• QR code generation
• Password-protected links
• Developer API access

5. Acceptable Use Policy

You agree NOT to use ShortyX for:

• Shortening URLs that redirect to malware, viruses, or phishing sites
• Distributing spam, unsolicited messages, or conducting spam campaigns
• Linking to adult, sexually explicit, or obscene content
• Promoting hate speech, violence, discrimination, or harassment
• Illegal activities including drug sales, weapons, or counterfeit goods
• Copyright infringement or intellectual property violations
• Creating misleading or deceptive links (link cloaking for fraud)
• Excessive automated link creation (bot abuse)
• Any activity that violates applicable local, national, or international laws

6. Prohibited Content Categories

Links pointing to the following content types are strictly prohibited:

Violation of this policy will result in immediate link removal and account suspension.

7. Intellectual Property

The ShortyX name, logo, and service are protected by copyright and trademark laws. You may not use our branding without written permission.

You retain ownership of the URLs and content you create. By using our service, you grant us a limited license to store and redirect your shortened links.

8. Privacy

Your use of ShortyX is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use, and protect your data.

9. Advertisements

ShortyX may display advertisements on public pages, including Google AdSense. We are not responsible for the content of third-party advertisements. Advertisers are solely responsible for their ad content and compliance with applicable laws.

10. Third-Party Links

ShortyX is a URL redirection service. We do not control, endorse, or assume responsibility for the content of shortened URLs. Clicking shortened links is at your own risk.

11. Service Availability

• We strive to provide 99.9% uptime but do not guarantee uninterrupted service.
• We reserve the right to suspend or discontinue the Service at any time with or without notice.
• We may perform maintenance that temporarily affects service availability.

12. Account Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your account at our sole discretion, without prior notice, for:

• Violation of these Terms
• Abusive or fraudulent activity
• Extended period of inactivity
• Requests by law enforcement or government agencies

Upon termination, your right to use the Service will immediately cease. You may request data export before deletion.

13. Disclaimer of Warranties

The Service is provided on an "AS IS" and "AS AVAILABLE" basis. We make no warranties, expressed or implied, including:

• That the Service will be uninterrupted or error-free
• That shortened links will remain active permanently
• That the Service is free from viruses or harmful components

14. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, ShortyX and its owners shall not be liable for:

• Any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages
• Loss of data, revenue, or business opportunities
• Content of third-party websites accessed via shortened links
• Actions taken based on analytics data

15. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless ShortyX and its owners from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from your use of the Service or violation of these Terms.

16. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will notify users of material changes via:

• Email to registered users
• Notice on our website
• Updated "Last updated" date

Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance of the new Terms.

17. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with applicable laws. Any disputes shall be resolved through negotiation or, if necessary, in the appropriate courts.

18. Contact Information

For questions about these Terms, please contact us:

• Email: support@shenalbytelabs.com
• Contact Form: Contact Us