Terms of Service

Last updated: January 1, 2025

Agreement to Terms

By accessing and using YT Tools at toolsyoutube.com ("the Service," "we," "us," or "our"), you accept and agree to be bound by the terms and provision of this agreement. If you do not agree to abide by the above, please do not use this service.

Description of Service

Our service provides tools to download YouTube video thumbnails and videos for personal use. We offer:

  • YouTube thumbnail extraction in multiple resolutions
  • YouTube video downloading in various qualities and formats
  • Free access to all basic features
  • No registration required for basic functionality

Acceptable Use Policy

You agree to use our service only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. You agree NOT to:

  • Download copyrighted content without proper authorization
  • Use the service for commercial purposes without permission
  • Attempt to circumvent any security measures or access restrictions
  • Use automated tools, bots, or scripts to access the service
  • Overload our servers with excessive requests
  • Distribute malware or engage in any harmful activities
  • Violate any applicable laws or regulations
  • Infringe upon the rights of others

Copyright and Intellectual Property

Important Notice: You are solely responsible for ensuring that your use of downloaded content complies with copyright laws and YouTube's Terms of Service.

  • Only download content you own or have explicit permission to download
  • Respect the intellectual property rights of content creators
  • Do not redistribute downloaded content without proper authorization
  • Be aware that downloading copyrighted material may violate copyright laws

We do not encourage or condone copyright infringement. Users are responsible for their own actions and compliance with applicable laws.

Service Availability

We strive to maintain high service availability, but we cannot guarantee uninterrupted access. Our service may be temporarily unavailable due to:

  • Scheduled maintenance and updates
  • Technical difficulties or server issues
  • Third-party service dependencies
  • Force majeure events beyond our control

We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue the service at any time without prior notice.

User Responsibilities

As a user of our service, you are responsible for:

  • Ensuring your use complies with all applicable laws
  • Respecting the rights of content creators and copyright holders
  • Using the service in a reasonable and responsible manner
  • Not attempting to abuse or exploit the service
  • Keeping your device and internet connection secure
  • Understanding the risks associated with downloading content from the internet

Privacy and Data Protection

Your privacy is important to us. Please review our Privacy Policy to understand how we collect, use, and protect your information. By using our service, you consent to the collection and use of information in accordance with our Privacy Policy.

Disclaimers and Limitations of Liability

THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND. We disclaim all warranties, express or implied, including but not limited to:

  • Warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose
  • Warranties regarding the accuracy, reliability, or completeness of the service
  • Warranties that the service will be uninterrupted or error-free

LIMITATION OF LIABILITY: In no event shall we be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including but not limited to loss of profits, data, or other intangible losses.

Third-Party Content and Services

Our service interacts with YouTube and other third-party platforms. We are not responsible for:

  • The availability or content of third-party services
  • Changes to third-party APIs or terms of service
  • The accuracy or quality of third-party content
  • Any issues arising from your use of third-party services

Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless our company, its officers, directors, employees, and agents from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses, including reasonable attorney's fees, arising out of or in any way connected with your use of the service or violation of these Terms.

Termination

We reserve the right to terminate or suspend your access to the service immediately, without prior notice, for any reason, including but not limited to:

  • Violation of these Terms of Service
  • Abuse or misuse of the service
  • Illegal or harmful activities
  • Technical or security concerns

Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the jurisdiction in which our company is established, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Any disputes arising under these Terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts in that jurisdiction.

Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify or replace these Terms at any time. If a revision is material, we will try to provide at least 30 days notice prior to any new terms taking effect. What constitutes a material change will be determined at our sole discretion. Your continued use of the service after any such changes constitutes your acceptance of the new Terms.

Severability

If any provision of these Terms is held to be invalid or unenforceable by a court, the remaining provisions of these Terms will remain in effect. These Terms constitute the entire agreement between us regarding our service and supersede and replace any prior agreements.

Contact Information

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

  • Our website contact form at toolsyoutube.com
  • The feedback mechanisms provided on our service

We will make reasonable efforts to respond to your inquiries in a timely manner.