Terms of Service
Last Updated: January 2024
📋 The Short Version: TextFileCombiner is free to use. We don't see your files. Be respectful. Don't break the law. We're not liable for issues. That's basically it!
1. Agreement to Terms
By using TextFileCombiner ("we," "our," or "the Service"), you agree to these Terms of Service. If you don't agree, that's okay—you're free to not use our service.
Plain English: Using our website means you accept these rules. Pretty standard stuff.
2. Description of Service
TextFileCombiner is a free, browser-based tool that allows you to combine multiple text files into one document. Key features:
- Merge multiple files of various formats
- Generate table of contents
- Export to TXT, PDF, or DOCX formats
- All processing happens locally in your browser
3. Your Rights and Ownership
Your Content: You retain all rights to the files you process using TextFileCombiner. We don't claim any ownership over your content because we never even see it—all processing happens on your device.
Our Content: The TextFileCombiner website, design, and code are protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws. You're welcome to use the service but not to copy our website wholesale.
Plain English: Your files are yours. Our website is ours. Simple as that.
4. Acceptable Use
We trust you to use TextFileCombiner responsibly. Please:
- DO use it for legitimate file combining needs
- DO respect others' intellectual property
- DO use it for personal, educational, or commercial purposes
- DON'T use it for illegal activities
- DON'T try to hack, disrupt, or overload our service
- DON'T remove our attribution or advertisements
5. Privacy and Data Handling
Your privacy is paramount to us:
- We don't upload or access your files
- All processing happens in your browser
- We don't require registration or personal information
- See our Privacy Policy for full details
6. Service Availability and Modifications
We strive to keep TextFileCombiner available 24/7, but:
- We may experience downtime for maintenance or updates
- We may modify or discontinue features
- We'll try to notify users of major changes via our Twitter account
- The core functionality (file combining) will remain free
Plain English: The service is free, but we can't guarantee it'll be online forever. We'll do our best though!
7. Disclaimers and Limitations of Liability
No Warranties: TextFileCombiner is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind. We don't guarantee that:
- The service will always be available or error-free
- All file formats will be perfectly converted
- The service will meet all your specific needs
Limitation of Liability: To the maximum extent permitted by law, we're not liable for:
- Lost data or files
- Indirect, incidental, or consequential damages
- Loss of profits or business opportunities
- Any damages exceeding $0 (since the service is free)
Plain English: It's a free tool. We try our best, but things might go wrong. Always keep backups of important files!
8. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless TextFileCombiner from any claims arising from:
- Your use of the service
- Your violation of these terms
- Your violation of any third-party rights
9. Third-Party Services
Our website may contain:
- Advertisements: Served by Google AdSense
- Analytics: To improve our service
- External Links: We're not responsible for external websites
10. Governing Law and Disputes
These terms are governed by the laws of the United States. Any disputes should be:
- First addressed by contacting us on Twitter
- Resolved through good-faith negotiation
- If necessary, handled through binding arbitration
11. Changes to Terms
We may update these terms occasionally. We'll note the "Last Updated" date at the top. Continued use after changes means you accept the new terms.
12. Accessibility and Fair Use
We believe in equal access:
- The service is free for everyone
- No usage limits or quotas
- We strive for accessibility compliance
- Educational and non-profit use is encouraged
13. Contact Information
Questions about these terms? Reach out:
- Twitter: @txtfilecombiner
- Use hashtag #termsquestion for terms-related inquiries
🤝 Our Promise: We believe in keeping things simple and fair. TextFileCombiner will always be free for basic use, respect your privacy, and strive to be a helpful tool without hidden agendas or surprise fees.
14. Severability
If any part of these terms is found to be unenforceable, the rest remains valid. We've tried to keep everything reasonable, so this shouldn't be an issue.
Final Thoughts: Thanks for reading our terms! We know legal documents aren't fun, so we've tried to make this as clear and fair as possible. Enjoy using TextFileCombiner, and remember—your files stay on your computer, we're just here to help you organize them better! 😊