Terms of Service - ContextAlert

Acceptance of Terms

By installing and using ContextAlert ("the Extension"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not install or use the Extension.

Description of Service

ContextAlert is a Chrome browser extension that provides context-based reminders for websites. The Extension allows users to:

•Create reminders that trigger when visiting specific websites
•Monitor webpage elements for changes (prices, text, availability)
•Receive alerts when specified conditions are met
•Manage and organize website-based tasks and reminders

Acceptable Use

You May:

✓Use the Extension for personal, non-commercial purposes
✓Create reminders for legitimate websites and content
✓Monitor publicly available information on websites you have legal access to
✓Share the Extension with others

You May Not:

✗Use the Extension to violate any laws or regulations
✗Monitor websites without proper authorization where such authorization is required
✗Use the Extension to circumvent website security measures or access controls
✗Attempt to reverse engineer, modify, or distribute the Extension's code
✗Use the Extension for automated scraping or data harvesting at scale
✗Monitor websites in a way that violates their terms of service
✗Use the Extension to track or monitor other individuals' private information

Service Availability

As-Is Service

⚠The Extension is provided "as-is" without warranties of any kind
⚠We do not guarantee continuous, uninterrupted service
⚠Website changes may affect the Extension's functionality on specific sites

No Service Level Agreement

ℹWe make no commitments regarding uptime, performance, or availability
ℹThe Extension may stop working on websites that change their structure
ℹUpdates to Chrome browser may temporarily affect functionality

User Responsibilities

Website Compliance

•You are responsible for ensuring your use complies with each website's terms of service
•You must respect website robots.txt files and rate limiting
•You should not create excessive load on websites through the Extension

Data Management

•You are responsible for managing your own reminder data
•You should backup important reminder configurations if needed
•You are responsible for deleting reminders you no longer need

Intellectual Property

Extension Rights

©ContextAlert and its code are protected by intellectual property laws
©You receive a limited, non-exclusive license to use the Extension
©You may not copy, modify, distribute, or create derivative works

Your Data

👤You retain all rights to the reminder data you create
👤We claim no ownership over your reminder configurations or personal data

Privacy and Data

Local Processing

🔒All functionality operates locally on your device
🔒No personal data is transmitted to external servers
🔒Your reminder data syncs through Chrome's built-in sync system only

Website Interaction

👁The Extension only reads webpage content to check your reminder conditions
👁No data is stored or transmitted from websites you visit
👁The Extension does not modify website content or functionality

Limitation of Liability

No Warranties

⚠️The Extension is provided without express or implied warranties
⚠️We disclaim all warranties of merchantability, fitness for purpose, and non-infringement
⚠️We do not warrant that the Extension will meet your requirements or operate error-free

Limitation of Damages

🛡️Our liability is limited to the maximum extent permitted by law
🛡️We are not liable for any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages
🛡️Our maximum liability does not exceed the amount you paid for the Extension (which is $0)

Website Responsibility

🌐We are not responsible for changes to third-party websites that affect functionality
🌐We are not liable for any actions you take based on Extension alerts
🌐You use website information and Extension alerts at your own risk

Indemnification

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

🤝Your use of the Extension
🤝Your violation of these Terms
🤝Your violation of third-party rights, including website terms of service

Modifications and Termination

Terms Updates

🔄We may update these Terms at any time
🔄Changes will be reflected in the "Last updated" date
🔄Continued use constitutes acceptance of updated Terms

Service Changes

⚙️We may modify, suspend, or discontinue the Extension at any time
⚙️We may add or remove features in future updates
⚙️We are not obligated to maintain backwards compatibility

Termination

🛑You may stop using the Extension at any time by uninstalling it
🛑We may terminate service or disable functionality if Terms are violated
🛑Upon termination, these Terms survive except for the license to use the Extension

Dispute Resolution

Governing Law

TODO: JURISDICTION REQUIRED - - These Terms are governed by the laws of [Your Jurisdiction]. Any disputes will be resolved in the courts of [Your Jurisdiction].

Informal Resolution

💬Before formal legal action, we encourage contacting us to resolve issues
💬Many concerns can be addressed through the Chrome Web Store review system

Contact Information

For questions about these Terms:

📧Contact through Chrome Web Store support channels
💬Leave feedback in the extension reviews
📋Reference these Terms in any communications

Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect.

Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and us regarding the Extension.

Force Majeure

We are not liable for any failure to perform due to causes beyond our reasonable control, including browser updates, Chrome Web Store policies, or technical infrastructure changes.

By using ContextAlert, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service.

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