Terms of Service

Last Updated: November 2024

Agreement to Terms

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

Description of Service

HEIC to JPEG Converter is a free, browser-based tool that allows users to convert HEIC (High Efficiency Image Container) files to JPEG format. The conversion process occurs entirely within the user's web browser using client-side JavaScript.

Use of Service

Acceptable Use

You agree to use the Service only for lawful purposes. You may use the Service to convert your own photos or photos for which you have the necessary rights and permissions.

Prohibited Use

You agree NOT to:

• Use the Service to process illegal, copyrighted, or inappropriate content
• Attempt to reverse engineer, decompile, or modify the Service
• Use automated tools to access the Service in ways that exceed reasonable human usage
• Interfere with or disrupt the Service or servers

Intellectual Property

The Service, including its design, code, and content, is owned by us and protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws. You may not copy, modify, distribute, or create derivative works based on the Service without our express permission.

User Content

You retain all rights to the images you convert using the Service. Since all conversion happens in your browser, we never have access to, store, or claim any rights to your files.

Third-Party Services

The Service uses third-party libraries and services, including:

• heic2any (open-source JavaScript library for HEIC decoding)
• Google Analytics (for website analytics)
• Google AdSense (for advertising)

Your use of these third-party services is subject to their respective terms and conditions.

Disclaimer of Warranties

THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

• Warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose
• Warranties that the Service will be uninterrupted, error-free, or secure
• Warranties regarding the accuracy, quality, or reliability of conversion results

Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, WE SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

• Loss of data or files
• Loss of profits or revenue
• Business interruption
• Any other commercial damages or losses

Our total liability shall not exceed the amount you paid us (which is zero for free services).

Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold us harmless from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, and expenses arising from:

• Your use of the Service
• Your violation of these Terms
• Your violation of any third-party rights

Privacy

Your use of the Service is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference.

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 are posted constitutes acceptance of the modified Terms.

Service Availability

We strive to maintain the Service's availability but do not guarantee uninterrupted access. We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue the Service at any time without notice.

Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with applicable laws, without regard to conflict of law principles.

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, and the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with the Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and us regarding the use of the Service.

Contact Information

If you have questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us through our website.