Terms of Service

Effective Date: June 11, 2025

Please read these Terms of Service ("Terms," "Terms of Service") carefully before using the LibreTool.com website (the "Service") operated by LibreTool ("us," "we," or "our").

Your access to and use of the Service is conditioned upon your acceptance of and compliance with these Terms. These Terms apply to all visitors, users, and others who wish to access or use the Service.

By accessing or using the Service, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you disagree with any part of the terms, then you do not have permission to access the Service.

1. Definitions

• Service: Refers to the website LibreTool.com.
• User/You: Refers to the individual or entity accessing or using the Service.
• Content: Refers to any text, images, audio, video, or other material displayed on, transmitted through, or otherwise available on the Service.

2. Access and Use of Service

• 2.1. Permitted Use: You agree to use the Service only for lawful purposes and in a way that does not infringe the rights of, restrict, or inhibit anyone else's use and enjoyment of the Service. Prohibited behavior includes harassing or causing distress or inconvenience to any other user, transmitting obscene or offensive content, or disrupting the normal flow of dialogue within our Service.
• 2.2. Age Restriction: By using the Service, you represent that you are at least 13 years of age. If you are under 13, you may not use this Service. If you are between 13 and 18 years of age, you must have parental or guardian permission to use the Service.
• 2.3. Account Responsibility (if applicable): If the Service requires or permits you to create an account, you are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account and password and for restricting access to your computer or device. You agree to accept responsibility for all activities that occur under your account or password.
• 2.4. Prohibited Activities: You agree not to:
  • Use the Service in any way that violates any applicable local, national, or international law or regulation.
  • Impersonate any person or entity, or falsely state or otherwise misrepresent your affiliation with a person or entity.
  • Interfere with or disrupt the integrity or performance of the Service or data contained therein.
  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the Service or its related systems or networks.
  • Upload, post, or transmit any Content that is unlawful, harmful, threatening, abusive, harassing, defamatory, vulgar, obscene, libelous, invasive of another's privacy, hateful, or racially, ethnically, or otherwise objectionable.
  • Introduce any viruses, Trojan horses, worms, logic bombs, or other material which is malicious or technologically harmful.

3. Intellectual Property Rights

• 3.1. Our Content: The Service and its original content (excluding Content provided by users), features, and functionality are and will remain the exclusive property of LibreTool and its licensors. The Service is protected by copyright, trademark, and other laws of both the country of Bosnia and Herzegovina and foreign countries. Our trademarks and trade dress may not be used in connection with any product or service without the prior written consent of LibreTool.
• 3.2. User-Generated Content (if applicable): If the Service allows you to post, link, store, share, and otherwise make available certain information, text, graphics, videos, or other material ("User Content"), you retain any and all of your rights to any User Content you submit, post, or display on or through the Service and you are responsible for protecting those rights. By submitting User Content, you grant us a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free, perpetual, irrevocable, and sublicensable license to use, reproduce, modify, adapt, publish, translate, create derivative works from, distribute, and display such User Content on or through the Service.

4. Disclaimers

• 4.1. "As Is" Basis: Your use of the Service is at your sole risk. The Service is provided on an "AS IS" and "AS AVAILABLE" basis. The Service is provided without warranties of any kind, whether express or implied, including, but not limited to, implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, non-infringement, or course of performance.
• 4.2. No Guarantee: LibreTool does not warrant that a) the Service will function uninterrupted, secure, or available at any particular time or location; b) any errors or defects will be corrected; c) the Service is free of viruses or other harmful components; or d) the results of using the Service will meet your requirements.

5. Limitation of Liability

In no event shall LibreTool, nor its directors, employees, partners, agents, suppliers, or affiliates, be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including without limitation, loss of profits, data, use, goodwill, or other intangible losses, resulting from (i) your access to or use of or inability to access or use the Service; (ii) any conduct or content of any third party on the Service; (iii) any content obtained from the Service; and (iv) unauthorized access, use, or alteration of your transmissions or content, whether based on warranty, contract, tort (including negligence), or any other legal theory, whether or not we have been informed of the possibility of such damage, and even if a remedy set forth herein is found to have failed of its essential purpose.

6. Indemnification

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless LibreTool and its licensee and licensors, and their employees, contractors, agents, officers, and directors, from and against any and all claims, damages, obligations, losses, liabilities, costs or debt, and expenses (including but not limited to attorney's fees), resulting from or arising out of a) your use and access of the Service, by you or any person using your account and password, or b) a breach of these Terms.

7. Links To Other Web Sites

Our Service may contain links to third-party web sites or services that are not owned or controlled by LibreTool.

LibreTool has no control over and assumes no responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party web sites or services. We do not warrant the offerings of any of these entities/individuals or their websites.

You acknowledge and agree that LibreTool shall not be responsible or liable, directly or indirectly, for any damage or loss caused or alleged to be caused by or in connection with use of or reliance on any such content, goods, or services available on or through any such third-party web sites or services.

We strongly advise you to read the terms and conditions and privacy policies of any third-party web sites or services that you visit.

8. Termination

We may terminate or suspend your access to the Service immediately, without prior notice or liability, under our sole discretion, for any reason whatsoever and without limitation, including but not limited to a breach of the Terms.

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.

9. Governing Law

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

Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms will not be considered a waiver of those rights. If any provision of these Terms is held to be invalid or unenforceable by a court, the remaining provisions of these Terms will remain in effect. These Terms constitute the entire agreement between us regarding our Service, and supersede and replace any prior agreements we might have had between us regarding the Service.

10. Dispute Resolution

Any dispute arising out of or in connection with these Terms, including any question regarding its existence, validity, or termination, shall be referred to and finally resolved by the competent courts in Bosnia and Herzegovina.

11. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right, at our sole discretion, to modify or replace these Terms at any time. If a revision is material, we will provide at least 30 days' notice prior to any new terms taking effect. What constitutes a material change will be determined at our sole discretion.

By continuing to access or use our Service after any revisions become effective, you agree to be bound by the revised terms. If you do not agree to the new terms, you are no longer authorized to use the Service.

12. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision will be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary so that these Terms will otherwise remain in full force and effect and enforceable.

13. Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with the Privacy Policy, constitute the entire and exclusive understanding and agreement between LibreTool and you regarding the Service, and these Terms supersede and replace any and all prior oral or written understandings or agreements between LibreTool and you regarding the Service.

14. Contact Us

If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us:

• By email: [info@libretool.com]

Understanding the Terms of Service - Key Sections Explained:

• Introduction: Sets the legal basis, states that using the service implies agreement, and outlines who the terms apply to.
• 1. Definitions: Helps clarify the meaning of terms used throughout the document, reducing ambiguity.
• 2. Access and Use of Service: This is crucial. It defines what users can and cannot do on your site.
  • Permitted Use: Encourages lawful and respectful behavior.
  • Age Restriction: Important for compliance with child online protection laws (e.g., COPPA in the US). Even if your site isn't for kids, stating a minimum age is good practice.
  • Account Responsibility: If your site has user accounts, this section clarifies user responsibility for their login credentials.
  • Prohibited Activities: Lists specific actions that are not allowed, protecting your site from misuse and illegal activities.
• 3. Intellectual Property Rights:
  • Our Content: States that the website's design, code, and content are owned by LibreTool.
  • User-Generated Content: If users can upload content (e.g., comments, images), this section explains that they retain ownership but grant you a license to display and use that content on your site. This protects you from copyright claims related to user uploads.
• 4. Disclaimers: This is one of the most important sections for limiting your liability.
  • "As Is" Basis: Means you're providing the service as it is, without making promises about its flawless operation or suitability for a specific purpose.
  • No Guarantee: Explicitly states that you don't guarantee uninterrupted service, error-free operation, or protection from malware.
• 5. Limitation of Liability: This section significantly limits the amount of financial damages you could be responsible for in case something goes wrong. It's designed to protect you from large lawsuits.
• 6. Indemnification: This means the user agrees to cover your legal costs if their actions lead to a lawsuit against you.
• 7. Links To Other Web Sites: Similar to the Privacy Policy, this disclaims responsibility for third-party websites you link to.
• 8. Termination: Explains that you can stop a user's access to your service, and under what conditions (e.g., breach of terms). It also notes which parts of the terms survive termination (like intellectual property clauses).
• 9. Governing Law: Specifies which jurisdiction's laws will apply if there's a legal dispute. This helps clarify where any legal action would take place.
• 10. Dispute Resolution: Outlines how disputes will be handled. For a simple website, referring to local courts is common. More complex services might include arbitration clauses.
• 11. Changes to Terms: Explains that you can update the terms and how you'll notify users about changes.
• 12. Severability: Ensures that if one part of the terms is found to be legally invalid, the rest of the terms remain in effect.
• 13. Entire Agreement: States that this document (along with the Privacy Policy) represents the complete agreement between you and the user, superseding any prior discussions.
• 14. Contact Us: Provides a way for users to reach you with questions.

Before You Implement:

1. Replace Placeholders: Make sure to replace [info@libretool.com] with your actual contact email address.
2. Review and Customize:
   • Tailor to Your Service: This template is generic. You must review every section and modify it to accurately reflect the specific nature and features of LibreTool.com. For instance, if LibreTool.com allows file uploads, you might need more detailed clauses about data storage and content ownership. If it's a simple informational site, some clauses might be slightly overkill but still provide good protection.
   • User-Generated Content: If your site does not allow users to post or upload any content, you can remove or significantly simplify section 3.2.
   • Account Responsibility: If your site has no user accounts, you can remove section 2.3.
3. Legal Counsel is Essential: This is a template and should NOT be considered legal advice. It is crucial to consult with a legal professional specializing in internet law or business law to ensure your Terms of Service are legally sound, enforceable, and comply with all applicable laws in your jurisdiction and the jurisdictions where your users are located. Laws vary greatly, and a boilerplate document may not provide adequate protection.
4. Accessibility: Ensure your ToS and Privacy Policy are easily accessible from every page of your website (e.g., via links in the footer).