1. Acceptance of terms
By using Smply, you agree to these Terms of Service. If you do not agree, you should not use the service.
2. Description of service
Smply provides URL-shortening and related functionality, including shortened links, link statistics, API access, and related service features as made available by the project.
3. User responsibility
You are responsible for the URLs, content, and information you submit to Smply, including the accuracy and legality of those submissions. You must ensure that the links you create do not violate applicable law or the rights of others.
4. Prohibited use
You may not use Smply to facilitate or promote illegal activity, malicious links, malware, phishing, fraud, spam, impersonation, abuse, or attempts to compromise Smply or other systems. Smply may block, remove, or disable content or access where necessary to protect the service, users, or other systems.
5. Link removal and suspension
Smply reserves the right to disable, remove, or restrict links, API access, or use of the service where necessary for abuse prevention, security, policy violations, legal requirements, or service integrity.
6. Availability
Smply provides the service on an as-is basis and does not guarantee uninterrupted or error-free availability. Temporary outages, maintenance, and technical disruptions may occur.
7. API usage
API access may require authentication, may be subject to expiry, throttling, or technical limits, and may be suspended or withdrawn where necessary for service integrity or abuse prevention.
8. Intellectual property
Smply retains rights in the service, software, branding, and related materials. You retain responsibility for the content and URLs you submit through the service, and you must ensure you have the right to use and share them.
9. Third-party destinations
Shortened links may redirect to third-party websites or destinations outside of Smply's control. Smply is not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or availability of those external destinations.
10. Disclaimer and limitation of liability
Smply is provided without warranties of any kind, whether express or implied, to the extent permitted by law. Smply is not liable for indirect, incidental, consequential, or special damages arising from use of the service, except where required by law.
11. Changes
Smply may update these Terms of Service from time to time. Continued use of the service after changes are posted means you accept the revised terms.
12. Contact
For questions about the service or these terms, please use the public support or contact mechanism already available on the Smply website.