Terms of Use

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using PhotoResizer.io (the "Service"), you agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms of Use. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use our Service.

We reserve the right to modify these terms at any time. Your continued use of the Service after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the modified terms.

2. Service Description

PhotoResizer.io provides a free, browser-based photo compression service that allows users to:

• Compress and optimize photos locally in their browser
• Adjust image quality and format
• Batch process multiple images
• Download compressed images

All processing is performed client-side in your browser using JavaScript and Canvas API. We do not upload, store, or access your images.

3. Use of Service

Permitted Use: You may use PhotoResizer.io for:

• Personal photo compression and optimization
• Commercial projects and business purposes
• Educational and non-profit purposes
• Any lawful purpose

4. User Responsibilities

You are solely responsible for:

• The content of images you process using our Service
• Ensuring you have the right to process and compress the images
• Complying with all applicable laws and regulations
• Respecting intellectual property rights of others
• Maintaining the security of your device and browser

You warrant that you own or have necessary licenses, rights, and permissions for any images you process through our Service.

5. Intellectual Property

Our Content: The PhotoResizer.io website, including its design, code, logo, and text content, is owned by PhotoResizer.io and protected by copyright laws. You may not copy, reproduce, or distribute our content without permission.

Your Content: You retain all rights to your images. Since we don't store or access your images, you maintain complete ownership and control.

Trademarks: PhotoResizer.io and our logo are trademarks. Unauthorized use is prohibited.

6. Service Availability

We strive to provide reliable service, but we do not guarantee:

• Uninterrupted access to the Service
• Error-free operation
• Compatibility with all browsers or devices
• Specific compression ratios or results

We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue the Service at any time without notice.

7. Disclaimer of Warranties

PhotoResizer.io is provided "AS IS" and "AS AVAILABLE" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to:

• Warranties of merchantability
• Fitness for a particular purpose
• Non-infringement
• Accuracy or completeness

We do not warrant that the Service will meet your requirements or that results will be accurate or reliable.

8. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, PhotoResizer.io and its operators shall not be liable for:

• Any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages
• Loss of profits, data, or other intangible losses
• Damages resulting from your use or inability to use the Service
• Unauthorized access to or alteration of your data
• Any other matter relating to the Service

Our total liability shall not exceed $100 USD or the amount you paid us (which is zero for free users).

9. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless PhotoResizer.io, its operators, and affiliates from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, and expenses (including legal fees) arising from:

• Your use of the Service
• Your violation of these Terms
• Your violation of any rights of another party
• Content you process through the Service

10. Third-Party Links

Our Service may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for:

• The content of external sites
• Privacy practices of third parties
• Accuracy of external information

Your use of third-party services is at your own risk and subject to their terms.

11. Age Restriction

PhotoResizer.io is intended for users 13 years of age and older. If you are under 13, you may only use the Service with parental or guardian consent and supervision.

12. Privacy

Your privacy is important to us. Our Privacy Policy explains how we handle your information (spoiler: we don't collect any). By using our Service, you also agree to our Privacy Policy.

13. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with applicable international laws. Any disputes shall be resolved through binding arbitration or in courts of competent jurisdiction.

14. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision shall be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary, and the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

15. Entire Agreement

These Terms, along with our Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and PhotoResizer.io regarding the use of our Service.