Terms of Service

Please read these terms carefully before using RuntimePad.

Last updated: January 2025

Acceptance of Terms

By using RuntimePad, you agree to these terms.

By accessing and using RuntimePad ("the Service"), 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

What RuntimePad provides to users.

RuntimePad is a collection of web-based developer tools including:

  • JSON Beautifier and validator
  • Text and code diff checker
  • Collaborative code editor
  • Additional developer utilities

The Service is provided free of charge and without the need for user registration.

User Responsibilities

What we expect from users of the service.

When using RuntimePad, you agree to:

  • Use the Service only for lawful purposes
  • Not attempt to harm, disable, or overburden the Service
  • Not use the Service to store or share illegal, harmful, or offensive content
  • Not attempt to gain unauthorized access to the Service or its systems
  • Respect the collaborative nature of shared sessions
  • Not use the Service for commercial spam or automated abuse

Content and Data

How we handle content you create or share.

Your Content

You retain all rights to any content you create or input into RuntimePad. We do not claim ownership of your code, text, or other materials.

Collaborative Sessions

When you create a collaborative session, you understand that other users with the session link can view and edit the content. Sessions are automatically deleted after 24 hours.

Data Processing

Most tools process your data locally in your browser. For collaborative features, data is temporarily stored on our servers as described in our Privacy Policy.

Disclaimers and Limitations

Important limitations and disclaimers.

Service Availability

We strive to keep RuntimePad available 24/7, but we cannot guarantee uninterrupted service. The Service may be temporarily unavailable due to maintenance, updates, or technical issues.

Data Loss

While we take precautions to protect your data, we cannot guarantee against data loss. Always save important work locally as a backup.

Accuracy

We provide tools to the best of our ability, but we cannot guarantee the accuracy or completeness of results. Always verify important work independently.

Limitation of Liability

Legal limitations on our liability.

To the fullest extent permitted by law, RuntimePad and its operators shall not be liable for any:

  • Direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages
  • Loss of data, profits, or business opportunities
  • Service interruptions or technical failures
  • Actions of other users in collaborative sessions
  • Third-party content or services

The Service is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied.

Modifications to Terms

How we handle changes to these terms.

We reserve the right to modify these terms at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date. Your continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the new terms.

Termination

How service access may be terminated.

We reserve the right to terminate or suspend access to the Service at any time, without prior notice, for conduct that we believe violates these terms or is harmful to other users or the Service.

Contact Information

How to reach us regarding these terms.

If you have any questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us through our GitHub repository or support channels.