Terms of Service

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using Shielded Mails's encrypted email service, you accept and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use our service. These terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you and Shielded Mails.

2. Service Description

Shielded Mails provides encrypted email services with zero-knowledge architecture. We offer secure email communication, storage, and related features. The service is provided "as is" and we reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any aspect of the service at any time.

3. Account Registration

To use our service, you must:

• Be at least 16 years of age
• Provide accurate and complete registration information
• Maintain the security of your account credentials
• Notify us immediately of any unauthorized account access
• Accept responsibility for all activities under your account

4. Acceptable Use Policy

You agree not to use Shielded Mails to:

• Violate any laws or regulations
• Send spam, unsolicited marketing, or bulk commercial messages
• Distribute malware, viruses, or harmful code
• Harass, threaten, or abuse others
• Infringe on intellectual property rights
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems
• Interfere with the service's operation or other users' access
• Use the service for any illegal or fraudulent activities

5. Privacy and Data Protection

We implement zero-knowledge encryption, meaning we cannot access the content of your encrypted emails. However, we collect certain metadata as described in our Privacy Policy. Your use of the service constitutes acceptance of our data practices.

6. Payment Terms

For paid services:

• Payment is required in advance for subscription periods
• Fees are non-refundable except as required by law
• We may change pricing with 30 days notice
• You authorize automatic renewal unless cancelled
• Failure to pay may result in service suspension or termination

7. Intellectual Property

All content, features, and functionality of Shielded Mails, including but not limited to software, text, graphics, logos, and design, are owned by Shielded Mails and protected by international copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

8. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, Shielded Mails shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, or any loss of profits or revenues, whether incurred directly or indirectly, or any loss of data, use, goodwill, or other intangible losses resulting from your use of the service.

9. Warranty Disclaimer

The service is provided "as is" and "as available" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement. We do not guarantee uninterrupted or error-free service.

10. Account Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your account if:

• You violate these Terms of Service
• You engage in fraudulent or illegal activities
• Your account poses a security risk
• Required by law or legal process

You may terminate your account at any time through your account settings.

11. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Shielded Mails and its officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, and expenses (including legal fees) arising from your use of the service or violation of these terms.

12. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Switzerland, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Any disputes shall be resolved in the courts of Switzerland.

13. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms of Service at any time. We will provide notice of material changes by posting the updated terms on our website and updating the "Last updated" date. Your continued use of the service after changes constitutes acceptance of the modified terms.

14. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision shall be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary, and the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

15. Contact Information

For questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us at:

Email: info@shieldedmails.com