Terms of Service

1. Acceptance of Terms

Welcome to IPStik ("we," "our," or "us"). These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your use of our website IPStik.com (the "Site") and our IP detection and speed testing services (the "Services"). By accessing or using our Services, you agree to be bound by these Terms.

If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use our Services. We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time, and your continued use of the Services constitutes acceptance of any modifications.

2. Description of Services

IPStik provides the following services:

• IP Address Detection: Display your public IP address and related network information
• Speed Testing: Measure your internet connection speed and performance
• Network Analysis: Provide information about your network configuration
• Educational Content: Articles and guides about networking, security, and privacy
• Tools and Utilities: Various networking and security-related tools

Our Services are provided for informational and educational purposes. We do not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any information provided through our Services.

3. User Responsibilities

3.1 Acceptable Use

You agree to use our Services only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. You agree not to:

• Use the Services for any illegal or unauthorized purpose
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems or networks
• Interfere with or disrupt the Services or servers connected to the Services
• Use automated systems or software to access the Services without permission
• Reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble any part of the Services
• Use the Services to transmit viruses, malware, or other harmful code
• Violate any applicable laws or regulations
• Infringe on the rights of others

3.2 Prohibited Activities

The following activities are strictly prohibited:

• Attempting to manipulate or falsify speed test results
• Using the Services to conduct attacks on other networks or systems
• Harvesting or collecting user information without consent
• Spamming or sending unsolicited communications
• Impersonating another person or entity

4. Intellectual Property Rights

4.1 Our Content

The Services and their original content, features, and functionality are owned by IPStik and are protected by international copyright, trademark, patent, trade secret, and other intellectual property laws.

4.2 User Content

You retain ownership of any content you submit to our Services. By submitting content, you grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide license to use, modify, and distribute such content in connection with our Services.

4.3 Third-Party Content

Our Services may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the content, privacy policies, or practices of such third parties.

5. Privacy and Data Protection

Your privacy is important to us. Our collection and use of personal information is governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference. By using our Services, you consent to the collection and use of information as described in our Privacy Policy.

6. Disclaimers and Limitations

6.1 Service Availability

We strive to provide reliable Services, but we do not guarantee that the Services will be available at all times. The Services may be temporarily unavailable due to maintenance, updates, or technical issues.

6.2 Accuracy of Information

While we make every effort to provide accurate information, we do not warrant the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any information provided through our Services. Speed test results and network information are provided for informational purposes only.

6.3 Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, IPSTIK SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO LOSS OF PROFITS, DATA, OR USE, ARISING OUT OF OR RELATING TO YOUR USE OF THE SERVICES.

7. Advertising and Affiliate Programs

7.1 Third-Party Advertisements

Our Services may display advertisements from third parties, including Google AdSense and other advertising networks. We are not responsible for the content of these advertisements or any products or services offered by advertisers.

7.2 Affiliate Links

We participate in various affiliate programs, including Amazon Associates and other technology-related affiliate programs. When you click on affiliate links and make purchases, we may receive a commission at no additional cost to you.

7.3 Affiliate Disclosure

We are committed to transparency. Affiliate links are clearly marked, and we only recommend products and services that we believe will be valuable to our users.

8. Termination

We may terminate or suspend your access to our Services immediately, without prior notice or liability, for any reason whatsoever, including without limitation if you breach these Terms.

Upon termination, your right to use the Services will cease immediately. All provisions of these Terms which by their nature should survive termination shall survive termination.

9. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

9.1 Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of [Your Jurisdiction], without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

9.2 Dispute Resolution

Any disputes arising out of or relating to these Terms or the Services shall be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with the rules of [Arbitration Organization].

10. Indemnification

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

• Your use of the Services
• Your violation of these Terms
• Your violation of any third-party rights
• Any content you submit to the Services

11. Severability

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

12. Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and IPStik regarding the use of our Services.

13. Contact Information

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

14. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will notify users of any material changes by posting the new Terms on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of the Services after any modifications constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.