Welcome to Bitlyle.com ("we," "us," or "our"), a link-shortening service provided through our website, bitlyle.com (the "Site"). By accessing or using our Site and services (collectively, the "Service"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you do not agree with these Terms, please do not use our Service.
1. Acceptance of Terms
These Terms govern your use of the Service. By creating an account, shortening a link, or otherwise interacting with the Site, you confirm that you are at least 13 years old and agree to comply with these Terms and all applicable laws.
2. Description of Service
Bitlyle.com provides a tool to shorten URLs, making them easier to share. We may also offer optional features such as link analytics or customization (if applicable). The Service is provided "as is" and may be modified, updated, or discontinued at our discretion with or without notice.
3. User Responsibilities
When using Bitlyle.com, you agree to:
- Use the Service only for lawful purposes.
- Not shorten URLs that link to illegal, harmful, or inappropriate content, including but not limited to malware, phishing sites, pornography, or content that promotes violence or discrimination.
- Not use the Service to spam, harass, or mislead others.
- Provide accurate information if you create an account.
- Be solely responsible for the content you link to via shortened URLs.
4. Account Usage
- Registration: You may need to create an account to access certain features. You are responsible for keeping your account credentials secure and for all activities under your account.
- Termination: We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your account or access to the Service at our sole discretion, especially if you violate these Terms.
5. Intellectual Property
- Our Rights: The Site, Service, and all associated software, designs, and branding are owned by Bitlyle.com or its licensors and are protected by copyright, trademark, and other laws.
- Your Rights: You retain ownership of any content you submit or link to via the Service. By using Bitlyle.com, you grant us a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free license to use, store, and display your shortened links as necessary to provide the Service.
6. Prohibited Conduct
You may not:
- Attempt to reverse-engineer, hack, or interfere with the Service.
- Use automated tools (e.g., bots) to abuse the Service or generate excessive traffic.
- Misrepresent the origin or purpose of shortened links.
- Violate any third-party rights, including intellectual property or privacy rights.
7. Disclaimer of Warranties
The Service is provided "as is" and "as available" without warranties of any kind, express or implied, including but not limited to warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or uninterrupted use. We do not guarantee that shortened links will always function or that the Service will be error-free.
8. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Bitlyle.com and its affiliates, officers, employees, or agents will not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising from your use of the Service.
9. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold Bitlyle.com harmless from any claims, losses, or damages (including legal fees) arising from your use of the Service, your violation of these Terms, or your infringement of any third-party rights.
10. Third-Party Links
The Service allows you to shorten URLs that may lead to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the content, accuracy, or availability of these external sites, nor do we endorse them.
11. Changes to the Terms
We may update these Terms from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of the Service after such changes constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.
12. Termination
We may suspend or terminate the Service or your access to it at any time, for any reason, without prior notice. You may stop using the Service at any time by discontinuing access to the Site.
13. Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of [insert jurisdiction, e.g., "the State of California, United States"], without regard to conflict of law principles. Any disputes will be resolved in the courts of [insert jurisdiction].
14. Contact Us
If you have questions about these Terms, please reach out to us at:
- Email: [insert contact email, e.g., support@bitlyle.com]
- Address: [optional: insert physical address]
Thank you for using Bitlyle.com! We’re here to help you shorten the web, one link at a time.