Terms of Service

Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using utilAZ ("the Service"), you accept and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use our Service.

These terms apply to all users of the Service, including visitors, registered users, and contributors.

Service Description

utilAZ provides free online file conversion and processing tools, including:

• Image format conversion and compression
• Document format conversion and processing
• Audio and video file conversion
• File compression and optimization tools

No registration or account creation is required to use our basic services.

User Responsibilities

By using our Service, you agree to:

• Use the Service only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms
• Ensure you have the right to upload and process any files you submit
• Not upload files containing illegal, harmful, or copyrighted content without permission
• Not attempt to compromise the security or integrity of our systems
• Not use automated tools or scripts to abuse or overload our Service

Content and File Handling

Regarding files and content you upload:

• Ownership: You retain all rights to your uploaded files and processed results
• Temporary Storage: Files are stored temporarily for processing and automatically deleted within 24 hours
• Processing Purpose: We access files only to perform the requested conversion or processing
• No Backup: We do not create permanent copies or backups of your files
• Your Responsibility: Always maintain backup copies of important files

Prohibited Uses

You may not use our Service for:

• Uploading malicious software, viruses, or harmful code
• Processing copyrighted content without proper authorization
• Attempting to reverse engineer, decompile, or hack our systems
• Violating any applicable laws or regulations
• Infringing on third-party intellectual property rights
• Spamming or distributing unsolicited communications
• Commercial use beyond reasonable personal or business needs

Service Availability

We strive to maintain reliable service availability, however:

• The Service is provided on an "as-is" and "as-available" basis
• We do not guarantee uninterrupted or error-free service
• Scheduled maintenance may temporarily limit access
• We reserve the right to modify or discontinue features with notice
• Service limits may apply to ensure fair usage for all users

Intellectual Property

Intellectual property rights are protected as follows:

• Our Service: utilAZ's software, design, and branding remain our property
• Your Files: You retain all rights to files you upload and their processed results
• Open Source: Some components may be subject to open source licenses
• Trademarks: utilAZ and related marks are our trademarks

Disclaimer of Warranties

Our Service is provided without warranties of any kind:

• We make no warranties about the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of our Service
• We do not warrant that our Service will meet your specific requirements
• We are not responsible for data loss, corruption, or processing errors
• Results of file processing may vary depending on input file quality and format

Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law:

• We shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages
• Our total liability shall not exceed the amount you paid for using our Service (which is typically zero for free services)
• We are not responsible for damages resulting from misuse of our Service
• You agree to use our Service at your own risk

Modifications to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms of Service at any time. When changes are made:

• The updated terms will be posted on this page
• The "Last Updated" date will be revised
• Continued use of our Service constitutes acceptance of updated terms
• Significant changes may be communicated through additional notices

Governing Law

These Terms of Service are governed by and construed in accordance with applicable laws. Any disputes arising from these terms or use of our Service will be resolved through appropriate legal channels.

Contact Information

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

• Email: legal@utilaz.com
• General Support: support@utilaz.com

We will respond to all inquiries within reasonable time frames.