Terms of Service

Last updated: December 2024

Acceptance of Terms

By using the Chinese Text Converter, you agree to these terms of service. If you do not agree with any part of these terms, please do not use our service.

Service Description

The Chinese Text Converter is a free online tool that converts text between Traditional Chinese and Simplified Chinese characters. The service is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind.

Acceptable Use

• Use the service for legitimate text conversion purposes
• Do not attempt to overload or abuse the service
• Do not use the service for illegal or harmful activities
• Respect intellectual property rights of content you convert
• Do not attempt to reverse engineer or copy the conversion algorithms
• Do not use automated tools to make excessive requests to the service

Service Availability

• We strive to maintain high availability but do not guarantee uninterrupted service
• Scheduled maintenance may temporarily affect service availability
• We reserve the right to modify or discontinue the service at any time
• No advance notice is required for service changes or interruptions

Accuracy and Limitations

• While we strive for accuracy, automated conversion may not be perfect for all contexts
• Users should review converted text, especially for important documents
• The service may not handle specialized terminology, proper nouns, or context-specific meanings perfectly
• Character limit of 10,000 characters per conversion for optimal performance
• Conversion quality may vary depending on text complexity and domain

User Responsibilities

• Ensure you have the right to convert any text you submit
• Verify the accuracy of converted text before using it for important purposes
• Respect copyright and intellectual property laws
• Use the service in compliance with applicable laws and regulations
• Report any technical issues or bugs you encounter

Intellectual Property

• The converter tool, its code, and algorithms are proprietary to Chinese Text Converter
• Users retain all rights to their input and converted text
• Character mapping data is based on standard Unicode specifications and open sources
• The website design, layout, and branding are protected by copyright
• You may not reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works without permission

Privacy and Data Protection

Your privacy is important to us. Please review our Privacy Policy to understand how we handle your data. Key points include:

• All text processing happens locally in your browser
• We do not store or transmit your text data to our servers
• Conversion history is stored locally on your device
• No personal information is collected or required

Disclaimer of Warranties

The service is provided "as is" and "as available" without any warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to:

• Warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose
• Warranties of accuracy, reliability, or completeness
• Warranties of uninterrupted or error-free operation
• Warranties that the service will meet your specific requirements

Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, Chinese Text Converter and its operators shall not be liable for any:

• Direct, indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages
• Loss of profits, data, or business opportunities
• Damages resulting from errors in conversion or service interruptions
• Damages arising from your use or inability to use the service
• Damages resulting from reliance on converted text

Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Chinese Text Converter from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from:

• Your use of the service
• Your violation of these terms
• Your violation of any third-party rights
• Any content you submit or convert using the service

Governing Law

These terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with applicable laws. Any disputes arising from these terms or your use of the service shall be resolved through appropriate legal channels.

Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these terms at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting. Your continued use of the service after changes constitutes acceptance of the new terms. We encourage you to review these terms periodically.

Termination

We may terminate or suspend your access to the service at any time, with or without cause or notice. Upon termination, your right to use the service will cease immediately.

Severability

If any provision of these terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, the remaining provisions will continue to be valid and enforceable to the fullest extent permitted by law.

Contact Information

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

• Visit our About page for more information
• Review our Privacy Policy for data protection details
• Use the feedback options available on our website