Terms of Service

Welcome to LinkyHost. These Terms of Service govern your use of our link shortening and file hosting platform. By using our services, you agree to these terms in full.

Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using LinkyHost services, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to these terms, you may not use our services.

Service Description

LinkyHost provides:

• URL shortening and link management services
• File hosting and sharing capabilities
• Analytics and tracking for your links
• Custom domain support for premium users
• API access for developers and businesses

User Accounts and Responsibilities

Account Creation

• You must provide accurate and complete information
• You are responsible for maintaining account security
• One person or entity may not maintain multiple accounts
• You must be at least 13 years old to use our services

Account Usage

• You are responsible for all activity under your account
• You must not share your account credentials
• You must notify us immediately of any security breaches
• We reserve the right to suspend accounts for violations

Acceptable Use Policy

Permitted Uses

• Creating shortened links for legitimate purposes
• Hosting and sharing files within our guidelines
• Using our API within documented rate limits
• Commercial use in accordance with your plan limits

Prohibited Uses

You may not use LinkyHost to:

• Host or link to illegal, harmful, or malicious content
• Engage in spam, phishing, or fraudulent activities
• Violate intellectual property rights
• Distribute malware, viruses, or harmful code
• Circumvent our security measures or rate limits
• Impersonate others or provide false information

Content Guidelines

Your Content

• You retain ownership of content you upload or link to
• You grant us license to host and display your content
• You are responsible for ensuring you have rights to your content
• You must comply with applicable laws and regulations

Content Removal

We reserve the right to remove content that:

• Violates these terms or our policies
• Infringes on intellectual property rights
• Is reported as harmful or inappropriate
• Poses security risks to our platform or users

Service Availability and Limitations

Service Level

• We strive for 99.9% uptime but do not guarantee availability
• Scheduled maintenance may cause temporary service interruptions
• We reserve the right to modify or discontinue features
• Performance may vary based on your subscription plan

Usage Limits

• File size limits apply based on your account type
• Bandwidth and storage limits vary by plan
• API rate limits prevent abuse and ensure fair usage
• We may impose additional limits to maintain service quality

Payment Terms

Subscription Plans

• Premium features require paid subscriptions
• Billing occurs monthly or annually as selected
• Prices are subject to change with 30 days notice
• All fees are non-refundable unless required by law

Payment Processing

• We use third-party payment processors
• You agree to their terms and conditions
• Failed payments may result in service suspension
• You are responsible for all applicable taxes

Intellectual Property

Our Rights

• LinkyHost trademarks and copyrights are protected
• Our software and technology are proprietary
• You may not reverse engineer or copy our services
• We reserve all rights not expressly granted

Your Rights

• You retain rights to your original content
• You may use our service marks only as permitted
• You grant us necessary licenses to provide our services
• DMCA takedown procedures are available for copyright claims

Privacy and Data Protection

• Your privacy is governed by our Privacy Policy
• We implement security measures to protect your data
• We comply with applicable data protection regulations
• You can export or delete your data as permitted by law

Termination

By You

• You may terminate your account at any time
• Paid subscriptions continue until the end of the billing period
• You remain responsible for content and activity before termination

By Us

We may terminate or suspend accounts for:

• Violation of these terms or our policies
• Non-payment of fees when due
• Suspected fraudulent or illegal activity
• Extended periods of inactivity

Disclaimers and Limitations

Service Disclaimers

• Services are provided "as is" without warranties
• We do not guarantee uninterrupted or error-free service
• We are not responsible for third-party content or services
• Use our services at your own risk

Limitation of Liability

• Our liability is limited to the amount you paid us
• We are not liable for indirect or consequential damages
• Some jurisdictions may not allow these limitations
• These limitations apply to the fullest extent permitted by law

Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold LinkyHost harmless from claims arising from:

• Your use of our services
• Your violation of these terms
• Your violation of third-party rights
• Content you upload or link to through our services

Dispute Resolution

Governing Law

• These terms are governed by the laws of [Jurisdiction]
• Disputes will be resolved in courts of [Jurisdiction]
• You agree to submit to personal jurisdiction

Alternative Resolution

• We encourage resolving disputes through direct communication
• Mediation may be used before formal legal proceedings
• Arbitration may be required for certain types of disputes
• Class action waivers may apply where permitted by law

Changes to Terms

• We may update these terms periodically
• Material changes will be communicated through email or platform notices
• Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance
• Previous versions are available upon request

Contact Information

For questions about these Terms of Service:

• Email: legal@linkyhost.com
• Address: LinkyHost Legal Department
• Response time: Within 5 business days

These terms are effective as of the date of last update and supersede all previous agreements between you and LinkyHost.