Terms & Conditions

1 Acceptance of Terms

1.1 Binding Agreement

These Terms govern your access to and use of Compress Document Pro website and services, including but not limited to PDF compression tools, image conversion tools, document processing tools, and any related services (collectively, the "Services").

1.2 Modifications

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will notify users of material changes through email (for registered users) or by posting a notice on our website. Your continued use of the Services after such modifications constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.

1.3 Eligibility

By using our Services, you represent and warrant that:

• You are at least 18 years of age or the age of majority in your jurisdiction
• You have the legal capacity to enter into these Terms
• You will use the Services in compliance with these Terms and all applicable laws
• If using on behalf of an organization, you have authority to bind that organization

2 Definitions

2.1 Interpretation

In these Terms, unless the context otherwise requires:

• Words in the singular include the plural and vice versa
• References to "including" mean "including without limitation"
• Headings are for convenience only and do not affect interpretation
• References to legislation include amendments and replacements

3 Services Description

3.1 Nature of Services

Compress Document Pro provides online document processing tools including:

3.2 Service Availability

We strive to provide uninterrupted Services but cannot guarantee:

• Continuous, error-free operation of all tools
• Availability during maintenance or technical issues
• Compatibility with all devices or browsers
• Specific processing times or results

3.3 Technical Architecture

3.4 Free vs Premium Services

4 Registration & Accounts

4.1 Account Creation

While many Services are available without registration, creating an account provides additional benefits:

• Cloud storage for processed files
• Processing history access
• Higher file size limits
• Custom tool preferences

4.2 Account Requirements

When creating an account, you agree to:

4.3 Account Security

You are responsible for:

• Maintaining the confidentiality of your login credentials
• All activities that occur under your account
• Promptly notifying us of any unauthorized access or security breaches
• Logging out after each session, especially on shared devices

4.4 Account Termination

We reserve the right to:

• Suspend or terminate accounts violating these Terms
• Remove or disable accounts at our discretion
• Delete account data after termination as per our data retention policy

5 User Conduct & Acceptable Use

5.1 Acceptable Use

You may use our Services for:

5.2 Prohibited Content

You must not upload or process content that:

5.3 Prohibited Activities

You must not:

• Attempt to reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble our Services
• Use automated systems (bots, scrapers) to access Services
• Interfere with or disrupt Services or servers
• Circumvent security or authentication measures
• Use Services for benchmarking or competitive analysis
• Resell or commercialize Services without authorization

5.4 Compliance with Laws

You agree to comply with all applicable laws including:

• Copyright and intellectual property laws
• Data protection regulations (GDPR, CCPA, etc.)
• Export control regulations
• Anti-spam legislation
• Industry-specific regulations

6 Intellectual Property Rights

6.1 Our Intellectual Property

All rights, title, and interest in the Services, including:

6.2 Your Intellectual Property

6.3 License Grant

Subject to these Terms, we grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to:

• Access and use the Services for personal or business purposes
• Download and use processed files for lawful purposes
• Use our tools as intended for document processing

6.4 Restrictions

You may not:

• Copy, modify, or create derivative works of our Services
• Distribute, sublicense, lease, or sell our Services
• Remove or alter copyright notices
• Use our Services to create competing products

7 User Content Responsibility

7.1 Content Ownership

You retain all rights to User Content you upload or process. However, you grant us:

• Processing License: Right to process your files to provide Services
• Technical License: Right to store, transmit, and display your content as necessary
• Backup License: Right to create backups for disaster recovery

7.2 Content Representations

You represent and warrant that:

7.3 Content Monitoring

We reserve the right (but not the obligation) to:

• Monitor User Content for compliance with these Terms
• Remove or disable access to violating content
• Cooperate with legal authorities regarding illegal content
• Take appropriate action for Terms violations

7.4 DMCA Compliance

We comply with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act. If you believe your copyright has been infringed:

1. Submit a written notice to our designated agent
2. Include required information per DMCA requirements
3. We will process valid notices and take appropriate action

See our DMCA Policy for detailed procedures.

8 Privacy & Data Protection

8.1 Privacy Policy

Your privacy is important to us. Our Privacy Policy explains:

• What information we collect and why
• How we use and protect your data
• Your privacy rights and choices
• Our data security measures

By using our Services, you consent to our data practices as described in the Privacy Policy.

8.2 Data Processing

8.3 Data Security

We implement reasonable security measures including:

8.4 Data Retention

We retain data as described in our Privacy Policy:

• Account Data: Until account deletion request
• Processed Files: Locally processed files are not stored
• Cloud Storage: User-controlled storage duration
• Backup Data: Retained for disaster recovery purposes

9 Disclaimer of Warranties

9.1 Express Disclaimers

To the fullest extent permitted by law, we disclaim all warranties including:

9.2 Specific Disclaimers

We do not warrant that:

• Services will meet your specific requirements
• Services will be uninterrupted, timely, secure, or error-free
• Results obtained from Services will be accurate or reliable
• Any errors in Services will be corrected
• Services are free from viruses or other harmful components

9.3 Third-Party Services

We are not responsible for:

• Third-party services integrated with our platform
• External websites linked from our Services
• Content or services provided by third parties
• Actions or omissions of third-party service providers

10 Limitation of Liability

10.1 Scope of Limitation

Our liability is limited to the fullest extent permitted by applicable law. We shall not be liable for:

10.2 Maximum Liability

To the extent that applicable law does not allow the limitation of liability as set forth above, our aggregate liability to you for any and all claims arising from or related to your use of our Services shall not exceed the amount you have paid us, if any, in the twelve (12) months immediately preceding the event giving rise to the claim, or one hundred United States Dollars (US$100), whichever is greater.

10.3 Essential Basis

You acknowledge and agree that the limitations of liability and disclaimers of warranty set forth in these Terms reflect a reasonable and fair allocation of risk between you and us and form an essential basis of the bargain between us.

10.4 Jurisdictional Variations

Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of certain damages. If these laws apply to you, some or all of the above exclusions or limitations may not apply, and you may have additional rights.

11 Indemnification

11.1 Your Indemnification Obligation

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless Compress Document Pro, its affiliates, directors, officers, employees, and agents from and against any and all claims, damages, obligations, losses, liabilities, costs, or debt, and expenses arising from:

• Your use of and access to the Services
• Your violation of any term of these Terms
• Your violation of any third-party right, including copyright, trademark, or privacy right
• Any claim that your User Content caused damage to a third party
• Your negligence or willful misconduct

11.2 Defense Rights

We reserve the right, at your expense, to assume the exclusive defense and control of any matter for which you are required to indemnify us, and you agree to cooperate with our defense of these claims. You agree not to settle any matter without our prior written consent.

11.3 Continuing Obligation

Your indemnification obligations will survive the termination of these Terms and your use of the Services.

12 Termination

12.1 Termination by You

You may stop using our Services at any time. For registered users, you may delete your account through account settings or by contacting us.

12.2 Termination by Us

We may terminate or suspend your access to Services immediately, without prior notice or liability, for any reason including:

12.3 Effect of Termination

Upon termination:

• Your right to use Services immediately ceases
• We may delete your account and associated data
• You remain liable for any amounts due up to termination
• Provisions that should survive termination will remain in effect

12.4 Survival

The following provisions survive termination:

• Intellectual Property Rights
• Disclaimer of Warranties
• Limitation of Liability
• Indemnification
• Governing Law and Dispute Resolution
• General Provisions

13 Governing Law & Dispute Resolution

13.1 Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of India, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

13.2 Jurisdiction

Any legal action or proceeding arising under these Terms will be brought exclusively in the courts located in Azamgarh, Uttar Pradesh, India, and you hereby irrevocably consent to the personal jurisdiction and venue therein.

13.3 Dispute Resolution

Before resorting to formal proceedings, we encourage you to contact us to seek resolution. Most concerns can be resolved quickly through our support channels.

13.4 Class Action Waiver

You agree that any dispute resolution proceedings will be conducted only on an individual basis and not in a class, consolidated, or representative action.

13.5 International Users

If you access our Services from outside India, you do so at your own risk and are responsible for compliance with local laws. We make no representation that our Services are appropriate or available for use in other locations.

14 Changes to Terms

14.1 Modification Rights

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. When we make changes, we will:

14.2 Acceptance of Changes

Your continued use of our Services after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms. If you do not agree to the changes, you must stop using our Services.

14.3 Material Changes

For material changes affecting your rights, we will provide at least 30 days' notice before changes take effect, unless changes are required by law or to address security issues.

15 Contact Information

15.1 General Inquiries

For questions about these Terms or our Services:

15.2 Legal Notices

For formal legal notices:

15.3 Response Time

We aim to respond to all inquiries within:

• General Inquiries: 2-3 business days
• Legal Notices: 10 business days
• DMCA Notices: As required by law
• Urgent Matters: 24 hours for security incidents