Terms of Use

Please read these terms carefully before using Encrypt2Me.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using Encrypt2Me (the "Service"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use our Service. These Terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you and Stellar Web Services, the operator of Encrypt2Me, on the Stellar Web Network.

2. Description of Service

Encrypt2Me is a file upload and sharing platform that uses end-to-end encryption to secure your files. We operate on a credit-based system for larger file uploads. The Service allows users to:

  • Upload and encrypt files up to 250MB for free
  • Purchase credits for uploading larger files
  • Share encrypted files with other users
  • Manage and delete uploaded files

3. User Accounts

3.1. Account Creation: You may need to create an account to access certain features of the Service. You agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information during the registration process and to update such information to keep it accurate, current, and complete.

3.2. Account Security: You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account and password and for restricting access to your account. You agree to accept responsibility for all activities that occur under your account or password.

3.3. Account Termination: We reserve the right to refuse service, terminate accounts, remove or edit content, or cancel orders in our sole discretion.

4. Credit System

4.1. Free Usage: Users can upload and download files up to 250MB for free without creating an account.

4.2. Credit Purchase: For files larger than 250MB, users must purchase credits. One credit equals one megabyte of storage.

4.3. Credit Usage: Credits are deducted upon successful file upload and are non-refundable.

4.4. Modifications: We reserve the right to modify the credit system, including pricing and allocation, at any time without prior notice.

5. Acceptable Use

You agree not to use Encrypt2Me to:

  • Upload, share, or store any illegal content, including but not limited to: copyrighted material, child exploitation material, or content that promotes illegal activities
  • Infringe on intellectual property rights, including copyright, trademark, patent, or trade secrets
  • Distribute malware, viruses, or any other malicious code
  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems, other users' accounts, or any third-party systems
  • Harass, bully, or intimidate other users
  • Engage in any activity that interferes with or disrupts the Service

6. Content Responsibility

6.1. User Content: You are solely responsible for the content you upload and share through the Service. We do not monitor or control the content stored on our platform.

6.2. Removal Rights: While we do not actively monitor user content, we reserve the right to remove any content that violates these Terms or is otherwise objectionable, without prior notice.

6.3. Indemnification: You agree to indemnify and hold Encrypt2Me harmless from any claims resulting from the content you upload or share through the Service.

7. Privacy and Data Protection

7.1. Encryption: We employ end-to-end encryption to protect your files. However, you are responsible for managing access to your encryption keys.

7.2. Data Recovery: We cannot recover your files if you lose your encryption keys. It is your responsibility to safely store and manage your keys.

7.3. Privacy Policy: Our collection and use of personal information in connection with the Service is as provided in the Encrypt2Me Privacy Policy.

8. Intellectual Property

8.1. Service Ownership: The Service and its original content, features, and functionality are owned by Encrypt2Me and are protected by international copyright, trademark, patent, trade secret, and other intellectual property or proprietary rights laws.

8.2. Limited License: We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, and revocable license to use the Service for its intended purposes, subject to these Terms.

9. Termination of Service

9.1. Account Termination: We reserve the right to terminate or suspend your account at any time for violations of these Terms or for any other reason at our discretion, without prior notice.

9.2. Effect of Termination: Upon termination, your right to use the Service will immediately cease. All provisions of the Terms which by their nature should survive termination shall survive termination, including, without limitation, ownership provisions, warranty disclaimers, indemnity, and limitations of liability.

10. Limitation of Liability

10.1. "As Is" Service: Encrypt2Me is provided "as is" without any warranties, express or implied.

10.2. Disclaimer: We are not liable for any damages or losses resulting from your use of the Service, including but not limited to data loss, breach of security, or any indirect, consequential, exemplary, incidental, special or punitive damages.

10.3. Limitation: To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, our liability to you for any damages arising from or related to these Terms, shall be limited to the amount you paid us in the last 12 months.

11. Changes to Terms

We may modify these Terms at any time. We will notify users of any material changes via email or through the Service. Continued use of Encrypt2Me after changes constitutes acceptance of the new Terms.

12. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

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

13. Binding Arbitration

13.1. Agreement to Arbitrate: Any dispute arising from or relating to these Terms or the Service shall be resolved through final and binding arbitration administered by the American Arbitration Association ("AAA") under its Consumer Arbitration Rules.

13.2. Arbitration Proceedings: The arbitration will be conducted in the State of Texas. The arbitration will be conducted before a single arbitrator, and the arbitrator's decision will be final and binding.

13.3. Class Action Waiver: You agree that any arbitration or proceeding shall be limited to the dispute between us and you individually. You acknowledge that you are waiving the right to participate as a plaintiff or class member in any purported class action or representative proceeding.

13.4. Exceptions: Nothing in this section shall prevent either party from seeking injunctive or other equitable relief from the courts for matters related to data security, intellectual property or unauthorized access to the Service.

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 so that these Terms shall otherwise remain in full force and effect and enforceable.

15. Contact

For any questions regarding these Terms of Use, please contact us at stellarweb@tuta.io.

Last updated: September 10, 2024