Terms of Use – Earning Tools

1. Binding Agreement

This is a legally binding agreement. By accessing or using the website located at https://earntools.net (referred to as the “Site” or “Service”) or any services associated with it, you agree to comply with these Terms of Use, as updated periodically by Earning Tools (“Company”). The Company will post a notice on the Site whenever these Terms of Use are modified or updated.

2. Privacy Policy

The Company values your privacy and allows you to manage the handling of your personal information. The current privacy policy can be accessed by clicking the “Privacy” link at the bottom of the page. The privacy policy is incorporated into these Terms by reference.

3. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the United States and the State of Ohio, without regard to conflict of law principles. You consent irrevocably to the exclusive jurisdiction of the state or federal courts in Columbus, Ohio, for any disputes arising from or related to your use of the Site.

4. Age Requirement

The Site is intended for users who are 18 years of age or older. Individuals under 18 are strictly prohibited from using the Site, and accounts for such persons will be terminated upon discovery.

5. Use of Software

The Company may offer certain software for download from the Site. If you download such software, including all files, images, and accompanying data (collectively referred to as “Software”), it is licensed to you by the Company for personal, non-commercial, home use only. The Company retains full ownership and intellectual property rights to the Software. You may not sell, redistribute, reproduce, decompile, reverse-engineer, disassemble, or convert the Software into a human-readable format. All trademarks and logos associated with the Software are owned by the Company or its licensors and may not be used in any manner without permission.

6. User Content

By posting, uploading, displaying, or transmitting content (“User Content”) to the Site or Service, you grant the Company and its affiliates a license to use, copy, distribute, transmit, publicly display, publicly perform, reproduce, edit, translate, and reformat your User Content in connection with the operation of the Company’s business. You will not receive any compensation for such use, and you agree that the Company may publish or disclose your name in connection with your User Content. You represent and warrant that you have the rights to the User Content or are authorized to distribute it.

7. Compliance with Intellectual Property Laws

You agree to comply with all laws regarding copyright and intellectual property rights when using the Site or Service. You may not upload, download, display, perform, transmit, or distribute any content that violates third-party intellectual property rights. You are responsible for any violations of these laws, and the burden of proving that your content does not infringe on any rights rests with you.

8. Inappropriate Content

You agree not to distribute any content that is libelous, defamatory, obscene, pornographic, abusive, or threatening; that encourages illegal conduct; or that advertises or solicits funds. The Company reserves the right to terminate your access to the Site or Service if you violate these terms and to cooperate with law enforcement authorities in investigating any violations.

9. Copyright Infringement

The Company has procedures in place for handling claims of copyright infringement. Please refer to our DMCA Policy, accessible through the link at the bottom of the page, to learn more about our process and how to file a claim. The DMCA Policy is incorporated into these Terms by reference.

10. Alleged Violations

The Company reserves the right to terminate your use of the Site or Service. The Company or its representatives may access your account to investigate complaints or allegations of misuse. The Company may terminate your account or access to the Site immediately, with or without notice, if you violate these Terms of Use or provide false information.

11. No Warranties

The Site is provided “as is” without any warranties. You assume all risks associated with the use of the Site or Service. The Company disclaims all warranties, including implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement. The Company does not guarantee that the Site or Service will be uninterrupted or error-free.

12. Limited Liability

The Company’s liability to you is limited to the maximum extent permitted by law. In no event shall the Company be liable for any damages, including special, incidental, or consequential damages, lost profits, or lost data, arising out of or in connection with your use of the Site or Service.

13. Affiliated Sites

The Company has no control over third-party websites linked to or from the Site. The Company is not responsible for the content or performance of these third-party sites and assumes no liability for any unintended, objectionable, or unlawful content found on them.

14. Prohibited Uses

You are prohibited from using the Site or Service to violate any security features, access unauthorized content, interfere with service, send unsolicited emails, or modify the Site’s source code. Violations may result in civil or criminal liability.

15. Indemnity

You agree to indemnify the Company and its affiliates against any claims, losses, or liabilities arising from your use of the Site or Service, your violation of these Terms of Use, or any infringement of third-party rights.

16. Copyright

17. Severability; Waiver

If any provision of these Terms of Use is found to be unenforceable by a court, all other provisions will remain in effect. No waiver of any breach of these Terms shall be valid unless in writing and signed by an authorized representative.

18. No License

Nothing on the Site grants you a license to use any trademarks, service marks, or logos owned by the Company or third parties.

19. Amendments

The Company reserves the right to amend these Terms. If an amendment is considered material, the Company will post a notice on the homepage. If a court finds this amendment provision invalid, it will be severed from the agreement, and the previous terms will apply. All amendments will be forward-looking.