Terms of Service - ChittyChattyChat

1. Acceptance of Terms

Welcome to ChittyChattyChat! By accessing or using our anonymous 1-on-1 chat service, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service and all applicable laws and regulations. If you do not agree with any of these terms, you are prohibited from using this service.

2. Description of Service

ChittyChattyChat provides an anonymous, encrypted, peer-to-peer chat service with the following features:

Anonymous 1-on-1 text chat rooms
End-to-end encryption for messages
Automatic 24-hour room expiration
File sharing capabilities
Device-locked access for security

The service is provided free of charge and supported by advertising.

3. User Eligibility

To use ChittyChattyChat, you must:

Be at least 13 years of age
Have the legal capacity to enter into binding agreements
Not be prohibited from using the service under applicable laws
Comply with all local, state, national, and international laws and regulations

4. Acceptable Use Policy

4.1 Permitted Uses

You may use ChittyChattyChat for:

Private, anonymous conversations
Sharing text messages and files within the service limits
Communicating with one other person per chat room

4.2 Prohibited Activities

You agree NOT to use the service for:

Illegal activities or violating any laws
Harassment, bullying, or threatening others
Sharing illegal content (child exploitation, terrorism, etc.)
Spamming, phishing, or distributing malware
Impersonating others or providing false information
Attempting to hack, disrupt, or compromise the service
Circumventing security measures or access controls
Selling, renting, or commercializing the service
Scraping, data mining, or automated access without permission

5. Content and Conduct

5.1 User Content

You are solely responsible for all content you create, transmit, or display while using the service. You retain ownership of your content, but grant us a limited license to transmit and store it as necessary to provide the service.

5.2 Content Restrictions

You may not post, share, or transmit content that:

Is illegal, harmful, or violates rights of others
Contains explicit or adult content involving minors
Infringes intellectual property rights
Contains viruses, malware, or harmful code
Promotes violence, discrimination, or hate speech

5.3 Monitoring and Enforcement

While we respect your privacy and do not routinely monitor conversations, we reserve the right to investigate violations and take appropriate action, including:

Terminating access to the service
Removing content that violates these terms
Reporting illegal activity to law enforcement
Preserving data as required by law

6. Privacy and Data Protection

Your use of the service is also governed by our Privacy Policy. Key points:

All messages are encrypted end-to-end
Chat rooms automatically expire after 24 hours
We collect minimal data necessary for service operation
We do not sell your data to third parties

Please review our Privacy Policy for complete details.

7. Service Limitations

7.1 Service Availability

We strive to provide reliable service but do not guarantee:

Uninterrupted or error-free operation
Availability at all times (maintenance may be required)
Compatibility with all devices or browsers
Data preservation beyond 24 hours

7.2 Technical Limitations

Maximum 2 participants per chat room
24-hour room expiration (non-extendable)
File size limits (50MB maximum)
Device-locked access (cannot transfer between devices mid-session)

8. Intellectual Property

ChittyChattyChat and all related trademarks, logos, and content are owned by us or our licensors. You may not:

Copy, modify, or distribute our code or content
Use our trademarks without permission
Reverse engineer the service
Create derivative works

9. 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:

Merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose
Non-infringement of third-party rights
Security or privacy of communications
Accuracy or reliability of information

While we implement strong encryption, no system is perfectly secure. Use the service at your own risk.

10. Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, WE SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR:

Indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages
Loss of profits, data, or business opportunities
Damages resulting from service interruptions or data loss
Actions of other users or third parties

Our total liability for any claim shall not exceed $100 USD.

11. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold us harmless from any claims, damages, or expenses (including legal fees) arising from:

Your use of the service
Your violation of these terms
Your violation of rights of others
Content you post or transmit

12. Third-Party Content and Advertising

Our service includes:

Third-party advertisements (Google AdSense)
Links to external websites
Third-party libraries and services

We are not responsible for third-party content, products, or services. Your interactions with advertisers are solely between you and them.

13. Termination

We reserve the right to terminate or suspend your access to the service at any time, without notice, for:

Violation of these Terms of Service
Illegal or harmful activity
At our sole discretion for any reason

You may stop using the service at any time. Upon termination, your data will be deleted according to our data retention policy.

14. Changes to Terms

We may modify these Terms of Service at any time. Changes will be effective upon posting with an updated "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of the service constitutes acceptance of the modified terms.

15. Governing Law

These terms are governed by the laws of the United States and the state in which our service is operated, without regard to conflict of law principles.

16. Dispute Resolution

Any disputes arising from these terms or use of the service shall be resolved through:

Good faith negotiation first
Binding arbitration if negotiation fails
Small claims court for qualifying claims

You waive the right to participate in class action lawsuits.

17. Miscellaneous

Entire Agreement: These terms constitute the entire agreement between you and us
Severability: If any provision is found invalid, the remaining provisions remain in effect
No Waiver: Our failure to enforce any right does not waive that right
Assignment: You may not assign these terms; we may assign them without restriction

18. Contact Information

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