Terms of Service
Last Updated: January 15, 2025
These Terms of Service govern your use of Grid Maker Pro. By using our service, you agree to these terms.
📋 Quick Summary - Key Terms
- Completely free service - No hidden costs, subscriptions, or fees
- No account required - Use Grid Maker Pro instantly without signing up
- Your images stay private - All processing happens on your device
- Use responsibly - Don't abuse the service or use it for illegal purposes
- As-is service - We provide no warranties and limit liability
- Modifications possible - We may update or change the service
Table of Contents
- 1. Acceptance of Terms→
- 2. Description of Service→
- 3. No User Accounts Required→
- 4. Acceptable Use Policy→
- 5. Intellectual Property Rights→
- 6. User Content & Privacy→
- 7. No Warranties & Disclaimer→
- 8. Limitation of Liability→
- 9. Indemnification→
- 10. Service Modifications→
- 11. Termination→
- 12. Governing Law→
- 13. Dispute Resolution→
- 14. Miscellaneous→
- 15. Contact Information→
1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing or using Grid Maker Pro (the "Service"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, do not use the Service.
These Terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you ("User," "you," or "your") and Grid Maker Pro ("we," "us," or "our").
Important: By using Grid Maker Pro, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy.
1.1 Age Requirement
You must be at least 13 years old to use Grid Maker Pro. If you are under 18, you represent that you have your parent or guardian's permission to use the Service.
1.2 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 updated Terms.
2. Description of Service
Grid Maker Pro is a free, browser-based tool that allows users to create grid overlays on images for drawing, painting, and artistic purposes.
2.1 Service Features
- Client-side image processing (images processed locally in your browser)
- Multiple grid types (square, rule of thirds, golden ratio, etc.)
- Customizable grid settings (size, color, opacity, thickness)
- High-resolution downloads without watermarks
- No account registration required
2.2 Service Availability
The Service is provided "as available." We do not guarantee that the Service will be uninterrupted, timely, secure, or error-free. We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue the Service at any time without notice.
Grid Maker Pro is completely free. We do not charge subscription fees, transaction fees, or any other costs to use the Service.
3. No User Accounts Required
Grid Maker Pro does not require users to create accounts or provide personal information to use the Service.
3.1 Anonymous Use
You may use Grid Maker Pro completely anonymously. We do not collect email addresses, usernames, passwords, or other identifying information as part of normal service use.
3.2 Contact Form Data
If you voluntarily contact us via email or contact form, we collect only the information you provide (name, email, message content) for the sole purpose of responding to your inquiry.
4. Acceptable Use Policy
You agree to use Grid Maker Pro only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms.
4.1 Prohibited Uses
You may NOT use Grid Maker Pro to:
- Violate any applicable laws or regulations
- Infringe on the intellectual property rights of others
- Upload or process images containing illegal content (child exploitation, terrorism, etc.)
- Upload malicious files, viruses, or malware
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems
- Interfere with or disrupt the Service or servers
- Use automated systems (bots, scrapers) to access the Service in abusive ways
- Engage in activities that could harm, disable, or overburden the Service
- Remove, obscure, or alter any legal notices or branding
Violations of the Acceptable Use Policy may result in immediate termination of your access to the Service and potential legal action.
4.2 Responsible Use
While we don't monitor your use of Grid Maker Pro (images are processed client-side), you are responsible for ensuring that your use complies with all applicable laws and these Terms.
5. Intellectual Property Rights
5.1 Our Intellectual Property
Grid Maker Pro, including its design, code, functionality, features, logos, and branding, is owned by us and protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.
You may not copy, modify, distribute, sell, lease, or reverse-engineer any part of the Service without our prior written permission.
5.2 Your Intellectual Property
You retain all rights to images you upload and process using Grid Maker Pro. We do not claim any ownership or rights to your images.
Your Content Stays Yours: Since images are processed client-side and never uploaded to our servers, we have no access to your images and therefore no rights to them.
5.3 Trademarks
"Grid Maker Pro" and related logos are trademarks or registered trademarks of Grid Maker Pro. You may not use these marks without our prior written consent.
6. User Content & Privacy
6.1 No Image Storage
We do NOT store, collect, or have access to images you process using Grid Maker Pro. All image processing happens locally in your browser using JavaScript and HTML5 Canvas.
6.2 Your Responsibility
You are solely responsible for the images you choose to upload and process. You represent and warrant that:
- You own or have the necessary rights to the images you process
- Your use of images does not violate any third-party rights
- Your images do not contain illegal or prohibited content
- You comply with all applicable laws regarding the images
6.3 Privacy
Our collection and use of information is described in our Privacy Policy. By using Grid Maker Pro, you consent to our privacy practices.
7. No Warranties & Disclaimer
Grid Maker Pro is provided "AS IS" and "AS AVAILABLE" without warranties of any kind.
TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, WE DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:
- Warranties of merchantability
- Warranties of fitness for a particular purpose
- Warranties of non-infringement
- Warranties that the Service will be uninterrupted, timely, secure, or error-free
- Warranties regarding the accuracy, reliability, or quality of the Service
- Warranties that defects will be corrected
7.1 Use at Your Own Risk
You use Grid Maker Pro at your sole risk. We do not guarantee that the Service will meet your requirements or that it will be compatible with your device or browser.
7.2 No Professional Advice
Grid Maker Pro provides tools for artistic purposes. We do not provide professional art instruction, copyright advice, or legal guidance. Any educational content is for informational purposes only.
8. Limitation of Liability
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, GRID MAKER PRO AND ITS AFFILIATES, DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, AND AGENTS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR:
- Any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages
- Any loss of profits, revenue, data, or goodwill
- Any damages arising from your use or inability to use the Service
- Any damages resulting from unauthorized access to your images or data
- Any damages caused by errors, bugs, viruses, or technical issues
- Any damages from third-party actions or content
Liability Cap: In jurisdictions that do not allow the exclusion or limitation of liability, our liability shall be limited to the maximum extent permitted by law. Since Grid Maker Pro is free, our total liability shall not exceed $100 USD.
8.1 Force Majeure
We shall not be liable for any failure or delay in performance due to causes beyond our reasonable control, including but not limited to acts of God, war, terrorism, riots, internet failures, government actions, or natural disasters.
9. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Grid Maker Pro and its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, agents, and licensors from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, or expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of or related to:
- Your use or misuse of the Service
- Your violation of these Terms
- Your violation of any third-party rights, including intellectual property rights
- Your violation of any applicable laws or regulations
- Any content you upload, process, or distribute using the Service
9.1 Defense of Claims
We reserve the right to assume the exclusive defense and control of any matter subject to indemnification by you, and you agree to cooperate with our defense of such claims.
10. Service Modifications
10.1 Right to Modify
We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue the Service (or any part thereof) at any time, with or without notice, for any reason.
10.2 No Liability for Changes
We shall not be liable to you or any third party for any modification, suspension, or discontinuation of the Service.
10.3 Updates and Upgrades
We may release updates, new features, or bug fixes at our discretion. You are not obligated to use updated versions, but we recommend staying current for security and performance reasons.
11. Termination
11.1 Termination by You
You may stop using Grid Maker Pro at any time. Since no account is required, simply discontinue use of the Service.
11.2 Termination by Us
We may terminate or suspend your access to the Service immediately, without prior notice or liability, for any reason, including but not limited to:
- Violation of these Terms
- Abusive or harmful behavior
- Technical or security reasons
- Legal or regulatory requirements
11.3 Effect of Termination
Upon termination, your right to use the Service will immediately cease. Since we do not store user data or images, there is no content to retrieve or delete upon termination.
12. Governing Law
These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of [Your Jurisdiction, e.g., "the State of California, United States"], without regard to its conflict of law provisions.
12.1 Jurisdiction
You agree to submit to the personal and exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in [Your Jurisdiction] for the resolution of any disputes arising from or related to these Terms or the Service.
If you access Grid Maker Pro from outside [Your Jurisdiction], you do so at your own risk and are responsible for compliance with local laws.
13. Dispute Resolution
13.1 Informal Resolution
Before filing a claim, you agree to try to resolve the dispute informally by contacting us at support@gridmakerpro.com. We'll try to resolve the issue within 30 days.
13.2 Arbitration (Optional)
If we cannot resolve the dispute informally, you and Grid Maker Pro agree that any dispute will be resolved through binding arbitration, except that either party may seek injunctive or other equitable relief in court.
13.3 Class Action Waiver
You agree to bring claims against us only in your individual capacity and not as a plaintiff or class member in any purported class, consolidated, or representative proceeding.
14. Miscellaneous
14.1 Entire Agreement
These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Grid Maker Pro regarding the Service and supersede all prior agreements.
14.2 Severability
If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.
14.3 Waiver
Our failure to enforce any provision of these Terms shall not constitute a waiver of that provision or any other provision.
14.4 Assignment
You may not assign or transfer these Terms or your rights under these Terms without our prior written consent. We may assign these Terms without restriction.
14.5 Third-Party Rights
These Terms do not confer any third-party beneficiary rights.
14.6 Headings
Section headings are for convenience only and do not affect interpretation of these Terms.
15. Contact Information
If you have questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us:
General Inquiries: support@gridmakerpro.com
Legal Questions: legal@gridmakerpro.com
Response Time: Within 48 hours
For general questions or technical support, visit our Contact Page.
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