Terms of Service

1. Acceptance of Terms

These Terms of Service ("Terms") constitute a legally binding agreement between you ("User," "you," or "your") and CLYP ("we," "us," or "our") governing your use of the CLYP Chrome extension and related services (collectively, the "Service").

By installing or using CLYP, you represent that:

You are at least 18 years old or have reached the age of majority in your jurisdiction
You have the legal capacity to enter into binding contracts
You will comply with all applicable laws and regulations
All information you provide is accurate and truthful

2. Description of Service

CLYP is a Chrome browser extension that provides screen capture and screenshot automation capabilities. The Service includes:

Automated screenshot capture (click-based and timer-based)
Export to multiple formats (PNG, JPEG, GIF, PowerPoint, ZIP)
Multi-format export presets for various platforms
Click hotspot visualization
Screenshot quality controls (1080p, 4K, 8K)
Local processing and storage
Customization options and theme selection
AI Branding — add your company logo and brand colors to exported tutorials (paid subscribers only)

3. Chrome Extension Specific Terms

3.1 Installation and Updates

CLYP is distributed through the Chrome Web Store. By installing CLYP:

You grant permission for the extension to access your browser tabs and capture visible content
You agree to receive automatic updates to the extension
You acknowledge that updates may modify or add features
You understand that you can uninstall the extension at any time through Chrome's extension management

3.2 Permissions and Access

CLYP requires the following permissions to function:

activeTab: To capture screenshots of the current browser tab
storage: To save your settings, screenshots, and preferences locally
downloads: To save exported files to your computer
scripting: To inject content scripts for click detection and hotspot visualization
offscreen: To process exports (PowerPoint, ZIP, GIF) in the background

CLYP does NOT:

Access your browsing history
Read data from websites beyond screenshots you explicitly capture
Upload your captures to external servers
Track your behavior outside of extension usage analytics
Inject ads or modify web page content

3.3 Chrome Web Store Compliance

CLYP complies with Google's Chrome Web Store Developer Program Policies. We will not:

Use deceptive installation tactics
Collect user data without disclosure
Interfere with browser functionality
Violate intellectual property rights

4. Free Trial and Subscription Terms

4.1 Free Trial

CLYP offers a free trial with the following limitations:

500 screenshots maximum
Access to all export formats
AI Branding is not available on the free trial

Free trial limits are tracked per device using a device fingerprint. Attempts to circumvent these limits by reinstalling or using multiple accounts may result in service suspension.

4.2 Paid Subscriptions

Paid subscriptions offer unlimited screenshots. Available plans:

Monthly Plan: $9/month, billed monthly
Annual Plan: $81/year, billed annually (save 25%)
Premium Themes Pack: Optional add-on for exclusive themes

All paid plans include access to the AI Branding feature, which lets you add your company logo and brand colors to exported tutorials and documents.

4.3 AI Branding Feature

The AI Branding feature is available exclusively to paid subscribers. By using AI Branding, you acknowledge that:

All branding assets (logo images and color values) are stored locally on your device in Chrome's local storage
When using the optional URL-based brand detection tool, CLYP fetches publicly accessible assets (meta tags, favicons, CSS) from the URL you provide. You are responsible for ensuring you have the right to use those assets
Branding is applied locally during export and embedded directly into the generated files. Branded files are never transmitted to CLYP
You represent that you have the necessary rights and permissions to use any logo, trademark, or brand asset you upload to the AI Branding feature
CLYP is not responsible for any intellectual property disputes arising from your use of branding assets

4.4 Payment and Billing

Payments are processed through Stripe
Subscriptions automatically renew unless cancelled
You can cancel at any time through your account settings
No refunds are provided for partial billing periods
Price changes will be notified 30 days in advance
Failed payments may result in service suspension

4.5 License Keys

Upon successful payment, you will receive a license key to activate unlimited features. License keys:

Are tied to your purchase and email address
Are validated against our server periodically
Cannot be shared or transferred
Must be kept confidential
May be revoked if shared or abused

4.6 Cancellation and Refunds

You may cancel your subscription at any time
Cancellation takes effect at the end of the current billing period
No refunds for unused time in the current billing period
Refunds for technical issues evaluated on a case-by-case basis within 7 days of purchase

5. Acceptable Use Policy

5.1 Permitted Uses

You may use CLYP for:

Creating tutorials and educational content
Sales demonstrations and product demos
Documentation and workflow capture
Content creation for social media and courses
Personal and commercial projects

5.2 Prohibited Uses

You may NOT use CLYP to:

Capture content that violates copyright, trademark, or intellectual property rights
Record private conversations without consent
Capture sensitive information (passwords, credit cards, personal data) for malicious purposes
Create content that is defamatory, obscene, harassing, or illegal
Circumvent paywalls or DRM protection systems
Automate captures for surveillance or spying purposes
Reverse engineer, decompile, or modify the extension
Distribute pirated content or facilitate copyright infringement
Share or resell your license key

5.3 Content Responsibility

You are solely responsible for:

All content you capture using CLYP
Obtaining necessary permissions to capture and use content
Compliance with copyright laws and intellectual property rights
Ensuring your captures don't violate third-party rights
Legal consequences of misusing the Service

6. Privacy and Data Collection

6.1 Local Processing

CLYP processes all screenshots locally on your device. We do NOT:

Upload your screenshots to our servers
Access the content of your captures
Store your media files remotely

6.2 Data We Collect

We collect the following data:

Usage Statistics: Number of screenshots (for free trial limits)
Device Fingerprint: Hardware identifier to track free trial usage across reinstalls
License Information: Your email and license key for subscription validation
Settings: Your preferences, theme selection, and configuration (stored locally)
AI Branding Assets: Company logo and brand colors you provide (stored locally on your device only — never uploaded to our servers)

6.3 Analytics

We may collect anonymous usage analytics to improve the Service, including:

Feature usage frequency
Export format preferences
Error reports and crash logs
Extension version and browser information

6.4 Data Security

All data transmission uses HTTPS encryption
License validation uses secure API endpoints
We do not sell or share your personal information
Your captures remain on your device unless you explicitly export them

For more information, see our Privacy Policy.

7. Intellectual Property

7.1 CLYP Ownership

CLYP and all related intellectual property (including but not limited to code, design, logos, trademarks, and documentation) are owned by us. These Terms grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to use CLYP solely for its intended purpose.

7.2 User Content

You retain all rights to content you create using CLYP. We do not claim ownership of your screenshots or exported files.

7.3 Restrictions

You may not:

Copy, modify, or create derivative works of CLYP
Reverse engineer or attempt to extract source code
Remove or alter any copyright notices or trademarks
Use CLYP branding without written permission
Create competing products based on CLYP

8. Disclaimer of Warranties

CLYP IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND. We disclaim all warranties, express or implied, including but not limited to:

Warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose
Warranties that the Service will be uninterrupted, secure, or error-free
Warranties regarding the accuracy or reliability of results
Warranties that defects will be corrected

We do not guarantee that CLYP will meet your requirements or that it will be compatible with all systems and configurations.

9. Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, WE SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR:

Indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages
Loss of profits, revenue, data, or business opportunities
Damages resulting from unauthorized access or data breaches
Damages from service interruptions or errors
Any damages exceeding the amount you paid us in the 12 months preceding the claim

Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion of certain warranties or limitations of liability, so these limitations may not apply to you.

10. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless CLYP, its officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, and expenses (including attorney's fees) arising from:

Your use or misuse of CLYP
Your violation of these Terms
Your violation of any third-party rights (including copyright, trademark, or privacy rights)
Content you capture or create using CLYP
Your breach of any laws or regulations

11. Termination

11.1 Termination by You

You may terminate your use of CLYP at any time by:

Uninstalling the extension from your browser
Cancelling your subscription (if applicable)

11.2 Termination by Us

We may suspend or terminate your access to CLYP immediately, without notice, if:

You violate these Terms
You engage in fraudulent activity
Your payment method fails
We detect abuse of the free trial system
Required by law or legal process

11.3 Effect of Termination

Upon termination:

Your right to use CLYP immediately ceases
You must delete all copies of the extension
Your license key will be revoked
Locally stored data may remain on your device (you're responsible for deletion)
No refunds will be provided for subscriptions

12. Third-Party Services

CLYP integrates with third-party services:

Stripe: Payment processing (subject to Stripe's Terms of Service)
Chrome Web Store: Extension distribution (subject to Google's terms)
Vercel: Hosting and API services

We are not responsible for the practices or policies of third-party services. Your use of these services is subject to their respective terms.

13. DMCA and Copyright Compliance

We respect intellectual property rights. If you believe content created using CLYP infringes your copyright, please contact us with:

Description of the copyrighted work
Description of the infringing content
Your contact information
A statement of good faith belief
A statement of accuracy under penalty of perjury
Your physical or electronic signature

Note: CLYP is a tool; users are responsible for how they use it. We cannot control what users capture or create.

14. Export Compliance

You agree to comply with all applicable export and import laws. You represent that you are not:

Located in a country subject to U.S. embargo
Listed on any U.S. government prohibited or restricted parties list
Using CLYP for any purpose prohibited by U.S. law

15. Changes to Terms

We may modify these Terms at any time. When we do:

We will update the "Last Updated" date
Material changes will be notified via the extension or email
Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance
If you don't agree to changes, you must stop using CLYP

16. Dispute Resolution

16.1 Informal Resolution

Before filing a claim, please contact us to attempt informal resolution. We'll work in good faith to resolve disputes.

16.2 Binding Arbitration

Any disputes arising from these Terms or CLYP shall be resolved through binding arbitration rather than in court, except you may assert claims in small claims court.

16.3 Class Action Waiver

You agree to resolve disputes on an individual basis only. You waive any right to participate in class actions or class arbitrations.

17. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of [Your State/Country], without regard to conflict of law provisions. Any legal action must be brought in the courts located in [Your Jurisdiction].

18. Miscellaneous

18.1 Entire Agreement

These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and CLYP regarding the Service and supersede all prior agreements.

18.2 Severability

If any provision is found unenforceable, the remaining provisions remain in full effect.

18.3 No Waiver

Failure to enforce any provision does not constitute a waiver of that provision.

18.4 Assignment

You may not assign these Terms. We may assign our rights and obligations without restriction.

18.5 Force Majeure

We are not liable for delays or failures due to causes beyond our reasonable control (natural disasters, pandemics, internet outages, etc.).

19. Contact Information

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

Email: support@clyp.app (or your actual email)
Website: https://clyp.studio