Terms of Service

By accessing or using NOWHILE's QR code generation and scanning services ('Services'), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ('Terms'). If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use our Services.

These Terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you and NOWHILE ('we', 'us', or 'our'). Your use of our Services is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated by reference into these Terms.

We may modify these Terms at any time. Continued use of our Services after changes constitutes acceptance of the modified Terms.

NOWHILE provides web-based QR code generation and scanning services, including:

• **QR Code Generation**: Create QR codes for URLs, WiFi, contacts, payments, and other data types

• **QR Code Scanning**: Upload and decode QR code images

• **Customization Tools**: Modify colors, sizes, and styling options

• **Template System**: Pre-configured templates for common use cases

• **Export Options**: Download QR codes in PNG and SVG formats

Our Services are provided 'as is' and we reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any aspect of the Services at any time.

Currently, our Services do not require user registration or account creation. All features are available without creating an account.

If we introduce user accounts in the future:

• **Accurate Information**: You must provide accurate and complete information

• **Account Security**: You are responsible for maintaining account security

• **Authorized Use**: Only you may use your account

• **Notification**: You must notify us of any unauthorized access

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate these Terms.

You agree to use our Services only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. You may not:

• **Illegal Activities**: Use Services for any illegal or unauthorized purpose

• **Harmful Content**: Create QR codes containing malicious, fraudulent, or harmful content

• **Intellectual Property**: Violate any intellectual property rights

• **System Interference**: Attempt to interfere with or disrupt our Services

• **Automated Access**: Use bots, scrapers, or automated tools without permission

• **Spam or Abuse**: Send unsolicited communications or abuse our Services

• **Impersonation**: Impersonate any person or entity

Violation of this policy may result in immediate termination of access to our Services.

You are solely responsible for any content you encode in QR codes using our Services:

• **Content Ownership**: You must own or have rights to all content you encode

• **Legal Compliance**: Content must comply with all applicable laws and regulations

• **Accuracy**: You are responsible for the accuracy and appropriateness of your content

• **Third-Party Rights**: You must not infringe on third-party rights

• **Harmful Content**: You must not create QR codes linking to harmful, illegal, or inappropriate content

We do not monitor, review, or control user-generated content, but reserve the right to remove access to Services for policy violations.

Our approach to privacy and data processing:

• **Local Processing**: QR code generation occurs entirely in your browser

• **No Content Storage**: We do not store or have access to your QR code content

• **Minimal Data Collection**: We collect only essential technical information

• **Privacy by Design**: Our Services are built with privacy as a core principle

• **GDPR Compliance**: We comply with applicable data protection laws

For detailed information about our privacy practices, please review our Privacy Policy.

Intellectual property ownership and rights:

• **Our IP**: NOWHILE owns all rights to our Services, software, and related intellectual property

• **User Content**: You retain ownership of content you create using our Services

• **License to Use**: We grant you a limited, non-exclusive license to use our Services

• **Restrictions**: You may not copy, modify, or distribute our software or Services

• **Trademarks**: NOWHILE and related marks are our trademarks

• **DMCA Compliance**: We respond to valid copyright infringement notices

Respect for intellectual property rights is essential for continued access to our Services.

Important disclaimers regarding our Services:

• **'As Is' Basis**: Services are provided without warranties of any kind

• **No Guarantees**: We don't guarantee uninterrupted, error-free, or secure operation

• **Third-Party Content**: We're not responsible for third-party websites or content linked via QR codes

• **User Responsibility**: You're responsible for verifying QR code content before use

• **Technical Limitations**: QR code functionality depends on scanning device capabilities

• **Service Availability**: We may experience downtime or service interruptions

Use our Services at your own risk and discretion.

To the maximum extent permitted by law:

• **No Liability**: We are not liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages

• **Damage Cap**: Our total liability is limited to the amount you paid for Services (currently $0)

• **User Actions**: We're not liable for damages resulting from your use of QR codes created with our Services

• **Third-Party Actions**: We're not responsible for actions of third parties who scan your QR codes

• **Data Loss**: We're not liable for any data loss or corruption

• **Business Interruption**: We're not liable for business interruption or lost profits

Some jurisdictions may not allow these limitations, so they may not apply to you.

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless NOWHILE from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from:

• **Your Use**: Your use of our Services

• **Content Violations**: Content you create or encode in QR codes

• **Terms Violation**: Your violation of these Terms

• **Third-Party Rights**: Your infringement of third-party rights

• **Illegal Activities**: Any illegal or unauthorized activities

This indemnification obligation survives termination of your use of our Services.

Termination of Services:

• **Your Right**: You may stop using our Services at any time

• **Our Right**: We may terminate or suspend access for Terms violations

• **No Notice**: We may terminate access immediately without notice for serious violations

• **Effect of Termination**: Upon termination, your right to use Services ceases immediately

• **Survival**: Certain provisions of these Terms survive termination

Termination does not affect any rights or obligations that accrued before termination.

Legal framework and dispute resolution:

• **Governing Law**: These Terms are governed by the laws of California, USA

• **Jurisdiction**: Disputes will be resolved in California state or federal courts

• **Arbitration**: We may require binding arbitration for certain disputes

• **Class Action Waiver**: You waive the right to participate in class action lawsuits

• **Limitation Period**: Claims must be brought within one year of the cause of action

We encourage resolving disputes through direct communication before legal action.

Additional terms and conditions:

• **Entire Agreement**: These Terms constitute the entire agreement between us

• **Severability**: If any provision is invalid, the remainder remains in effect

• **No Waiver**: Our failure to enforce any right doesn't waive that right

• **Assignment**: We may assign these Terms; you may not without our consent

• **Force Majeure**: We're not liable for delays due to circumstances beyond our control

• **Updates**: We may update these Terms; continued use indicates acceptance

• **Contact**: Questions about these Terms should be directed to legal@nowhile.com