Terms of Service

Effective Date: January 17, 2025 Last Updated: January 17, 2025

Introduction and Acceptance of Terms

Welcome to EraseVideo, a professional video watermark removal tool designed for AI video creators. These Terms of Service ("Terms") constitute a legally binding agreement between you and FloatingLight Ltd. ("Company", "we", "us", or "our") governing your use of the EraseVideo macOS application and website (collectively, the "Service").

By downloading, installing, or using EraseVideo, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree with any provision of these Terms, you must immediately discontinue use of the Service.

Eligibility and License Grant

Eligibility

You must be at least 18 years of age to use EraseVideo. By using the Service, you represent and warrant that you meet this age requirement and have the legal capacity to enter into these Terms.

License Grant

Subject to your compliance with these Terms and payment of applicable fees, we grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to:

1. Download and install EraseVideo on up to 2 macOS devices (per license)
2. Use the software for your personal or commercial video editing purposes
3. Process video content for which you have legal rights or authorization

This license does NOT permit you to:

• ❌ Reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble the software
• ❌ Distribute, resell, or sublicense the software
• ❌ Remove or modify any proprietary notices or labels
• ❌ Use the software to violate any applicable laws or third-party rights

Critical Legal Notice: Copyright and Watermark Removal

⚠️ User Responsibility and Legal Compliance

YOU ACKNOWLEDGE AND ACCEPT FULL LEGAL RESPONSIBILITY for how you use EraseVideo. This tool is provided for legitimate purposes only.

Permitted Uses

EraseVideo is designed for lawful purposes such as:

• ✅ Removing watermarks from your own original content
• ✅ Processing videos where you are the copyright owner
• ✅ Editing content with explicit written permission from the rights holder
• ✅ Working on licensed content where watermark removal is authorized
• ✅ Processing public domain or Creative Commons-licensed content (subject to license terms)

Prohibited Uses

You are strictly prohibited from using EraseVideo to:

• ❌ Remove watermarks from copyrighted content without authorization
• ❌ Infringe upon intellectual property rights of content creators
• ❌ Process content obtained through piracy or unauthorized channels
• ❌ Distribute processed content that violates copyright laws
• ❌ Use the tool for any illegal, fraudulent, or deceptive purposes

Legal Consequences of Misuse

Unauthorized watermark removal may result in:

1. Civil Liability:

   • Copyright infringement lawsuits
   • Statutory damages ranging from hundreds to hundreds of thousands of dollars per violation
   • Injunctive relief preventing further use
   • Attorney's fees and court costs

2. Criminal Penalties (in some jurisdictions):

   • Fines
   • Imprisonment
   • Permanent criminal record

3. Professional Consequences:

   • Loss of business reputation
   • Platform bans (YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, etc.)
   • Industry blacklisting

Company Disclaimer

FloatingLight Ltd. and EraseVideo:

• Do NOT endorse, encourage, or condone copyright infringement
• Are NOT responsible for how users choose to use the software
• Cannot be held liable for any legal, financial, or other consequences arising from user misuse
• Strongly advocate for ethical and legal use of our technology
• Reserve the right to terminate licenses of users engaged in illegal activities

By using EraseVideo, you indemnify and hold harmless FloatingLight Ltd. from any claims, damages, or legal actions arising from your use of the software.

Intellectual Property Rights

Ownership

EraseVideo, including all software code, algorithms, user interface design, documentation, and related materials, is the exclusive property of FloatingLight Ltd. and is protected by:

• Copyright law
• Trade secret law
• International intellectual property treaties

You acknowledge that purchasing a license grants you a right to use the software, not ownership of the underlying intellectual property.

User Content

• You retain all rights to video content you process using EraseVideo
• We do NOT claim any ownership over your video files or processed outputs
• Your video content is never uploaded, stored, or transmitted - all processing is local

Pricing, Payments, and Refunds

Payment Terms

• All prices are listed in USD and processed through Stripe
• You agree to pay all fees associated with your selected plan
• Payment must be made in full before license activation

Plan Types

1. FREE Plan: Limited features, no payment required
2. 1 YEAR Subscription: $29.99/year, auto-renews annually unless cancelled
3. LIFETIME Plan: $49.99 one-time payment, permanent license

Subscription Management

• Subscriptions automatically renew at the end of each billing period
• You can cancel auto-renewal at any time before the next billing date
• Upon cancellation, you retain access until the current billing period ends
• No pro-rated refunds for mid-cycle cancellations

Refund Policy

• 7-Day Money-Back Guarantee: You may request a full refund within 7 days of purchase
• Refunds are processed at our discretion beyond the 7-day window
• To request a refund, contact support@erasevideo.app
• Lifetime licenses that have been used extensively may not qualify for refunds

License Activation and Device Management

Activation Limits

• Each license permits activation on up to 2 devices simultaneously
• A "device" is a unique macOS computer identified by hardware fingerprint
• You can manage active devices through the app's license management interface

Device Changes

• You may deactivate a device to free up an activation slot
• Deactivation can be done from within the app or by contacting support
• Frequent activation/deactivation cycles may be flagged as suspicious activity

License Revocation

We reserve the right to revoke licenses if:

• License keys are shared publicly or sold to third parties
• Unusual activation patterns suggest fraudulent use
• The license was obtained through unauthorized means
• These Terms are violated

User Conduct and Prohibited Activities

You agree NOT to:

1. Technical Abuse:

   • Attempt to hack, reverse engineer, or circumvent license protection
   • Use automated tools to abuse or exploit the Service
   • Interfere with the security or integrity of the software

2. License Abuse:

   • Share license keys publicly or with unauthorized users
   • Resell or redistribute licensed copies
   • Exceed device activation limits

3. Illegal Activities:

   • Use the Service for copyright infringement or fraud
   • Process content that violates laws in your jurisdiction
   • Engage in activities that harm others or violate their rights

4. Misrepresentation:

   • Provide false information during purchase or support interactions
   • Impersonate others or misrepresent your affiliation

Privacy and Data Collection

EraseVideo operates on a privacy-first principle:

• ✅ All video processing happens locally on your device
• ✅ We do NOT collect, store, or transmit your video content
• ✅ We use minimal analytics solely for crash reporting and app stability
• ✅ Your payment information is securely handled by Stripe (we never see card details)

For comprehensive details, please review our Privacy Policy.

Software Updates and Maintenance

Updates

• We may periodically release updates to improve functionality, fix bugs, or enhance security
• Updates may be delivered automatically or require manual installation
• Continued use of outdated versions may compromise performance or security

No Guaranteed Support

• We strive to maintain and improve EraseVideo, but do not guarantee:
  • Uninterrupted availability
  • Error-free operation
  • Compatibility with all macOS versions
  • Ongoing feature development

End of Support

We reserve the right to discontinue EraseVideo or end support for older versions at any time. Active subscribers will receive reasonable notice before service termination.

Disclaimer of Warranties

ERASEVIDEO IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, whether express, implied, or statutory, including but not limited to:

• ❌ Warranties of merchantability
• ❌ Fitness for a particular purpose
• ❌ Non-infringement
• ❌ Accuracy, reliability, or quality
• ❌ Uninterrupted or error-free operation

YOU ASSUME ALL RISKS associated with using EraseVideo, including but not limited to:

• Data loss or corruption
• Processing errors or quality issues
• Compatibility problems with your system
• Legal consequences of misuse

Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, FloatingLight Ltd., its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, and agents SHALL NOT BE LIABLE for:

1. Indirect, Incidental, Special, Consequential, or Punitive Damages, including but not limited to:

   • Lost profits or revenue
   • Loss of data or business opportunities
   • Legal fees or litigation costs
   • Reputational harm
   • Emotional distress

2. Direct Damages Exceeding the amount you paid for EraseVideo in the 12 months preceding the claim.

This limitation applies regardless of the legal theory (contract, tort, negligence, strict liability, etc.) and even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages.

Some jurisdictions do not allow certain limitations on liability. If you reside in such a jurisdiction, some of the above limitations may not apply to you.

Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless FloatingLight Ltd. and its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, contractors, and agents from and against any and all:

• Claims, lawsuits, or legal actions
• Damages, losses, or liabilities
• Costs and expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees)

Arising from or related to:

1. Your use or misuse of EraseVideo
2. Your violation of these Terms
3. Your infringement of any third-party rights (including intellectual property or privacy rights)
4. Your violation of any applicable laws or regulations

Termination

Termination by You

You may stop using EraseVideo at any time. To fully terminate your account, contact support@erasevideo.app.

Termination by Us

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your license and access to EraseVideo immediately, without notice, if:

• You breach any provision of these Terms
• We suspect fraudulent, abusive, or illegal activity
• We cease offering the Service
• Required by law or legal process

Effect of Termination

Upon termination:

• Your license to use EraseVideo is immediately revoked
• You must cease all use and uninstall the software
• No refunds will be issued for terminations due to Terms violations
• Sections that by their nature should survive (e.g., Indemnification, Limitation of Liability) remain in effect

Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the jurisdiction in which FloatingLight Ltd. is incorporated, without regard to conflict of law principles.

Dispute Resolution

Informal Resolution: Before initiating formal proceedings, you agree to contact us at support@erasevideo.app to attempt to resolve disputes informally.

Arbitration Agreement: If informal resolution fails, you agree that any disputes shall be resolved through binding arbitration rather than in court, except for:

• Small claims court actions (if within jurisdictional limits)
• Claims seeking injunctive relief
• Intellectual property disputes

Class Action Waiver: You agree to pursue claims individually and not as part of any class action, consolidated action, or representative proceeding.

Changes to These Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be effective upon:

• Posting the updated Terms on our website
• Updating the "Last Updated" date
• Notifying active users via email (for material changes)

Your continued use of EraseVideo after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms. If you do not agree to modified Terms, you must stop using the Service.

General Provisions

Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision shall be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary, and the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

No Waiver

Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms shall not constitute a waiver of that right or provision.

Assignment

You may not assign or transfer these Terms or your license without our prior written consent. We may assign these Terms to any affiliate or successor entity without restriction.

Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and FloatingLight Ltd. regarding EraseVideo and supersede all prior agreements or understandings.

Force Majeure

We shall not be liable for any failure or delay in performance due to circumstances beyond our reasonable control, including acts of God, natural disasters, war, terrorism, pandemics, or government actions.

Contact Information

For questions, concerns, or support regarding these Terms or EraseVideo, please contact us:

Company: FloatingLight Ltd. Email: support@erasevideo.app Website: erasevideo.app

We aim to respond to all inquiries within 48 hours.

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

Thank you for choosing EraseVideo. We're committed to providing you with a powerful, ethical tool for video editing.