Terms of Service for EntropyX

Effective Date: October 25, 2025
Last Updated: August 21, 2025

1. Acceptance of Terms

By downloading, installing, accessing, or using EntropyX desktop software (the "Service" or "Software"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms") between you and Angelo Frammartino ("I," "me," "my," or "Developer"). If you do not agree to these Terms, you must not use the Service and must immediately uninstall any copies of the Software.

These Terms apply to the EntropyX desktop application and all related services, updates, and documentation.

By clicking "I Agree," installing, or using the Software, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms.

2. Description of Service

EntropyX is a desktop file compression, decompression, media processing, and document conversion software that provides:

3. License Grant

3.1 Limited License

Subject to your compliance with these Terms and payment of applicable fees (if any), I grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, non-sublicensable, revocable license to use EntropyX solely for your internal purposes in accordance with these Terms and any applicable documentation.

3.2 License Restrictions

You shall NOT, and shall not permit any third party to:

3.3 Open-Source Components

EntropyX incorporates certain open-source libraries including FFmpeg, which are governed by their respective licenses. A complete list of open-source components and their licenses is available in the software documentation. Your use of these components is subject to their respective license terms.

4. User Responsibilities

4.1 Acceptable Use

You agree to use EntropyX only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. You specifically agree NOT to:

4.2 File Responsibility

4.3 System Requirements

4.4 Compliance

You agree to comply with all applicable laws and regulations in your use of the Software, including but not limited to data protection laws, export control laws, and intellectual property laws.

5. Intellectual Property

5.1 EntropyX Ownership

All rights, title, and interest in and to EntropyX, including but not limited to its algorithms, source code, object code, user interface, design, documentation, trademarks, trade names, logos, and all related intellectual property rights, are and shall remain my exclusive property (or that of my successors or assigns). The Software is protected by copyright, trademark, trade secret, and other intellectual property laws. No license or right is granted except as expressly set forth in these Terms.

5.2 Your Content

5.3 Feedback

Any feedback, suggestions, ideas, or improvements you provide regarding EntropyX shall become my property. You hereby assign all rights in such feedback to me and agree that I may use and incorporate such feedback without any obligation to compensate you.

6. Privacy and Data Protection

Your privacy is important to me. My Privacy Policy explains how I collect, use, and protect your information. By using EntropyX, you agree to my Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference.

Note: EntropyX is a desktop application that processes files locally on your device. I do not have access to your files or their contents unless you explicitly share them with me for support purposes.

7. Disclaimers and Warranties

7.1 "AS IS" Provision

THE SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, WHETHER EXPRESS, IMPLIED, STATUTORY, OR OTHERWISE. I SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIM ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, TITLE, QUIET ENJOYMENT, ACCURACY, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT.

7.2 No Warranty for Results

7.3 Data Loss Disclaimer

I EXPRESSLY DISCLAIM ALL LIABILITY FOR ANY DATA LOSS, CORRUPTION, OR DAMAGE. USERS MUST MAINTAIN APPROPRIATE BACKUPS OF ALL FILES. USE THE SOFTWARE AT YOUR OWN RISK.

8. Limitation of Liability

8.1 Exclusion of Damages

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, IN NO EVENT SHALL I BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, EXEMPLARY, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO LOSS OF PROFITS, DATA, USE, GOODWILL, BUSINESS INTERRUPTION, OR OTHER INTANGIBLE LOSSES, REGARDLESS OF THE LEGAL THEORY AND WHETHER OR NOT I HAVE BEEN WARNED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.

8.2 Cap on Liability

MY TOTAL AGGREGATE LIABILITY FOR ALL CLAIMS ARISING FROM OR RELATED TO THESE TERMS OR THE SOFTWARE SHALL NOT EXCEED THE GREATER OF (A) THE AMOUNT YOU PAID FOR THE SOFTWARE LICENSE IN THE TWELVE MONTHS PRECEDING THE CLAIM, OR (B) FIFTY DOLLARS ($50 USD).

8.3 Essential Basis of Bargain

You acknowledge and agree that I have offered the Software and entered into these Terms in reliance upon the limitations of liability and disclaimers of warranties set forth herein, which form an essential basis of the bargain between us.

9. Indemnification

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless Angelo Frammartino from and against any and all claims, damages, obligations, losses, liabilities, costs, and expenses (including attorney's fees) arising from or related to:

10. Third-Party Dependencies

10.1 FFmpeg

10.2 System Dependencies

11. Software Updates and Modifications

11.1 Updates

11.2 Service Modifications

12. Termination

12.1 Termination by You

You may terminate these Terms at any time by ceasing use and uninstalling all copies of the Software.

12.2 Termination by Me

I may terminate or suspend your license immediately, without prior notice or liability, if you breach any provision of these Terms.

12.3 Effect of Termination

Upon termination:

13. Geographic Restrictions and Export Controls

13.1 Geographic Restrictions

EntropyX may not be available or appropriate for use in all jurisdictions. You are responsible for compliance with local laws regarding the use of compression and encryption software.

13.2 Export Controls

The Software may be subject to export control laws and regulations. You agree not to export or re-export the Software in violation of any applicable laws, including to any embargoed countries or prohibited persons.

14. Dispute Resolution

14.1 Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Ohio, United States, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

14.2 Mandatory Arbitration

ANY DISPUTE ARISING OUT OF OR RELATING TO THESE TERMS OR THE SOFTWARE SHALL BE RESOLVED THROUGH FINAL AND BINDING ARBITRATION, RATHER THAN IN COURT, except that you may assert claims in small claims court if your claims qualify. The arbitration shall be conducted under the rules of the American Arbitration Association (AAA).

14.3 Class Action Waiver

YOU WAIVE ANY RIGHT TO PARTICIPATE IN CLASS ACTIONS, CLASS ARBITRATIONS, OR OTHER REPRESENTATIVE PROCEEDINGS. DISPUTES MUST BE BROUGHT ON AN INDIVIDUAL BASIS ONLY.

14.4 Injunctive Relief

Notwithstanding the above, I may seek injunctive or other equitable relief in any court of competent jurisdiction to protect my intellectual property rights.

15. General Provisions

15.1 Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with my Privacy Policy and any applicable license keys or order forms, constitute the entire agreement between you and me regarding the Software and supersede all prior agreements.

15.2 Severability

If any provision of these Terms is held invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

15.3 No Waiver

My failure to enforce any right or provision shall not constitute a waiver of such right or provision unless acknowledged in writing by me.

15.4 Assignment

You may not assign or transfer these Terms or any rights under these Terms without my prior written consent. Any attempted assignment in violation of this section shall be void. I may freely assign or transfer these Terms and all rights and obligations hereunder, including but not limited to assignment in connection with a sale of the Software, merger, acquisition, corporate reorganization, or sale of all or substantially all of my assets related to EntropyX. Upon such assignment, the assignee shall assume all rights and obligations under these Terms, and I shall be released from all further obligations.

15.5 Force Majeure

I shall not be liable for any failure or delay in performance due to circumstances beyond my reasonable control.

15.6 Notices

All notices under these Terms shall be in writing and deemed given when delivered to the email address specified in Section 16.

15.7 Successors and Assigns

These Terms shall be binding upon and inure to the benefit of the parties hereto and their respective successors and permitted assigns. In the event of a sale, transfer, or assignment of the Software or related assets, the acquiring party shall be bound by and assume all obligations under these Terms, and users acknowledge that their relationship shall continue with the successor entity under these same Terms.

15.8 Business Transfer

I reserve the right to transfer or sell the Software, including all associated intellectual property rights, user agreements, and business assets, to another party. In such event, these Terms will remain in effect and will be binding upon the acquiring party, who will assume all rights and obligations hereunder.

16. Contact Information

For all legal inquiries, support requests, and technical issues, please contact the above email address.

17. Acknowledgment and Consent

BY USING ENTROPYX, YOU ACKNOWLEDGE THAT YOU HAVE READ THESE TERMS OF SERVICE, UNDERSTAND THEM, AND AGREE TO BE BOUND BY THEM. IF YOU ARE USING THE SOFTWARE ON BEHALF OF AN ORGANIZATION, YOU REPRESENT AND WARRANT THAT YOU HAVE THE AUTHORITY TO BIND THAT ORGANIZATION TO THESE TERMS.

Version: 3.0
Effective Date: August 21, 2025
Developer: Angelo Frammartino

These Terms of Service may be updated periodically. Material changes will be notified through the Software or by other reasonable means. Your continued use after such notification constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.