SmallPDFHub Terms & Conditions
Last Updated: June 15, 2023
These Terms & Conditions ("Terms") govern your use of SmallPDFHub ("we", "us", or "our") online PDF tools and services (the "Services"). By accessing or using our Services, you agree to be bound by these Terms.
Key Points: You must be at least 16 to use our services. We don't claim ownership of your documents. Our tools are provided "as is" without warranties. We're not liable for any damages from service use. We may terminate access for violations.
1. Acceptance of Terms
1.1 Agreement to Terms
By using SmallPDFHub, you:
- Acknowledge you've read and understood these Terms
- Agree to be legally bound by these Terms
- Consent to our Privacy Policy
- Affirm you're at least 16 years old
1.2 Modifications
We reserve the right to modify these Terms:
| Change Type | Notification Method | Effective Date |
|---|---|---|
| Minor Changes | Updated on website | Immediately upon posting |
| Substantial Changes | Email notification + website banner | 30 days after notification |
| Legal Compliance Updates | Website notice | As required by law |
2. Service Description
2.1 What We Provide
SmallPDFHub offers online PDF tools including:
Conversion Tools
- PDF to Word, Excel, PowerPoint
- Images to PDF
- HTML to PDF
- Various other format conversions
Editing Tools
- Merge/split PDFs
- Compress PDFs
- Add watermarks
- Rotate/reorder pages
Security Tools
- Password protection
- Redaction tools
- Digital signatures
- Permission management
2.2 Service Limitations
Our services have certain restrictions:
- Maximum file size: 50MB for free users
- Maximum pages: 200 per document
- Processing time limits for complex operations
- No guaranteed 100% format fidelity
- No OCR (optical character recognition) services
3. User Responsibilities
3.1 Acceptable Use
You agree to use our services responsibly:
| Requirement | Description |
|---|---|
| Legal Compliance | Only process documents you have rights to |
| Content Restrictions | No illegal, harmful, or infringing content |
| Security | Don't attempt to bypass our security measures |
| Fair Use | Don't overload our systems with automated requests |
3.2 Prohibited Activities
You may not:
- Reverse engineer or decompile our services
- Use our tools for spamming or phishing
- Process documents containing malware
- Attempt to access other users' documents
- Use our services to violate others' privacy
4. Intellectual Property
4.1 Your Content
Regarding documents you upload:
- You retain all ownership rights
- We don't claim any ownership of your files
- You grant us limited rights to process your documents
- We don't review or monitor document content
4.2 Our Property
SmallPDFHub owns:
Software & Technology
- All website code and algorithms
- Conversion technologies
- User interface designs
Brand Assets
- Logos and trademarks
- Service names
- Visual identity elements
Aggregate Data
- Usage statistics
- Performance metrics
- Service analytics
5. Disclaimers & Limitations
5.1 Service "As Is"
We provide our services without warranties:
| Disclaimer | Explanation |
|---|---|
| No Guarantees | We don't guarantee error-free service |
| Format Fidelity | Complex documents may not convert perfectly |
| Availability | Service may be interrupted for maintenance |
| Third-Party Links | We're not responsible for external sites |
5.2 Liability Limitations
To the extent permitted by law:
- We're not liable for indirect or consequential damages
- Total liability limited to $100 or fees paid (if any)
- No liability for data loss or corruption
- No liability for service interruptions
6. Termination
6.1 By You
You may stop using our services at any time by:
- Simply discontinuing use of our website
- Requesting account deletion (if registered)
- Contacting us to revoke any consents
6.2 By Us
We may terminate or restrict access for:
Violations
- Breach of these Terms
- Illegal or harmful activities
- Attempts to compromise our systems
Operational Reasons
- Service discontinuation
- Legal requirements
- Security concerns
Inactivity
- Extended periods of non-use
- Abandoned accounts
7. Governing Law & Disputes
7.1 Applicable Law
These Terms are governed by:
- California law for U.S. users
- Irish law for EU users
- Without regard to conflict of law principles
7.2 Dispute Resolution
Any disputes will be resolved through:
| Step | Process | Timeline |
|---|---|---|
| Negotiation | Good faith discussions | 30 days |
| Mediation | Non-binding mediation | 60 days |
| Arbitration | Binding arbitration in San Francisco | As scheduled |
Contact Information
For questions about these Terms:
Email: legal@smallpdfhub.com
Mailing Address: SmallPDFHub Legal Department, 123 Compliance Way, Suite 789, San Francisco, CA 94107
EU Representative: SmallPDFHub EU Ltd, Legal Office, Dublin, Ireland