Terms of Service

Last updated: January 2026

Welcome to UseShield. By using our Chrome extension and website ("Service"), you agree to these Terms of Service ("Terms"). Please read them carefully.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using UseShield, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you disagree with any part of the Terms, you may not access the Service.

2. Description of Service

UseShield is a browser extension that analyzes web pages to detect dark patterns, manipulative design practices, and potential money traps. The Service uses AI technology to provide analysis and recommendations.

3. User Accounts

• You must provide accurate and complete information when creating an account
• You are responsible for maintaining the security of your account
• You must notify us immediately of any unauthorized access
• You may not use another person's account without permission
• You must be at least 13 years old to use the Service

4. Subscriptions and Payments

• Some features require a paid subscription
• Subscriptions are billed in advance on a monthly or annual basis
• You can cancel your subscription at any time
• Refunds are provided in accordance with our refund policy
• Prices may change with 30 days notice

5. Acceptable Use

You agree NOT to:

• Use the Service for any illegal purpose
• Attempt to reverse engineer or decompile the extension
• Circumvent usage limits or access controls
• Share your account with others
• Resell or redistribute the Service
• Use automated systems to access the Service excessively
• Interfere with or disrupt the Service

6. Intellectual Property

The Service and its original content, features, and functionality are owned by UseShield and are protected by international copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

7. Disclaimer of Warranties

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 or fitness for a particular purpose
• Warranties that the Service will be uninterrupted or error-free
• Warranties regarding the accuracy of analysis results

UseShield's analysis is provided for informational purposes only and should not be considered legal or financial advice. Users should exercise their own judgment when making purchasing decisions.

8. Limitation of Liability

IN NO EVENT SHALL USESHIELD, ITS DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, OR AGENTS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, LOSS OF PROFITS, DATA, OR USE, ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THE SERVICE.

9. Indemnification

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless UseShield from any claims, damages, obligations, losses, or expenses arising from your use of the Service or violation of these Terms.

10. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will provide notice of significant changes through the Service or via email. Continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the new Terms.

11. Termination

We may terminate or suspend your account and access to the Service immediately, without prior notice, for any reason, including breach of these Terms. Upon termination, your right to use the Service will cease immediately.

12. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the jurisdiction in which UseShield operates, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

13. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue to be valid and enforceable.

14. Contact Us

If you have questions about these Terms, please contact us at:

Email: useshield@protonmail.com