Terms of Service
Please read these terms carefully before using our black and white image converter service.
Last updated: December 2024
1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing and using our Black and White Image Converter service ("the Service"), you accept and agree to be bound by the terms and provision of this agreement.
If you do not agree to abide by the above, please do not use this service. Your continued use of the Service constitutes acceptance of these terms.
2. Description of Service
Our service provides a free online tool for converting color images to black and white (monochrome) images. Key features include:
- Local image processing in your web browser
- Multiple professional black and white presets
- Advanced manual adjustment controls
- Batch processing capabilities
- High-quality image output
- Complete privacy protection
The Service is provided free of charge and processes images entirely within your web browser without uploading them to our servers.
3. User Responsibilities
Acceptable Use
You agree to use the Service only for lawful purposes and in ways that do not:
- Violate any applicable local, state, national, or international law
- Process images that contain illegal, harmful, or offensive content
- Attempt to harm, disrupt, or interfere with the Service
- Use automated tools to access the Service excessively
- Reverse engineer or attempt to extract the Service's source code
Content Responsibility
You are solely responsible for the images you process using our Service. You must have the legal right to process any images you upload, including:
- Ownership of the images or proper licensing
- Permission to modify and convert the images
- Compliance with any copyright or intellectual property rights
- Ensuring images do not contain illegal or harmful content
4. Intellectual Property Rights
Your Content
You retain all rights to your original images and the processed black and white versions. We do not claim any ownership rights to your content. Since processing occurs locally in your browser, we never have access to your images.
Our Service
The Service, including its algorithms, user interface, design, and functionality, is protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws. You may not copy, modify, distribute, or create derivative works based on our Service without permission.
5. Privacy and Data Processing
Local Processing Guarantee
All image processing occurs entirely within your web browser. Your images are never uploaded to our servers, stored, or transmitted over the internet. This ensures complete privacy and security of your content.
For detailed information about how we handle data and protect your privacy, please review our Privacy Policy.
6. Service Availability
We strive to provide reliable access to the Service, but we cannot guarantee:
- Uninterrupted service availability (99.9% uptime goal)
- Compatibility with all devices or browsers
- Error-free operation in all circumstances
- Continued availability of specific features
We may temporarily suspend the Service for maintenance, updates, or technical issues. We will attempt to provide advance notice when possible.
7. Disclaimers
Service Provided "As Is"
The Service is provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis without warranties of any kind, either express or implied.
We specifically disclaim warranties regarding:
- Merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose
- Non-infringement of third-party rights
- Accuracy or reliability of conversion results
- Compatibility with your specific use case
- Uninterrupted or error-free operation
8. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, we shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including:
- Loss of data, images, or work product
- Business interruption or lost profits
- Emotional distress or reputational harm
- Technical issues with your device or browser
- Third-party claims related to your use of the Service
Our total liability, if any, shall not exceed the amount you paid for the Service (which is $0 as it's free).
9. Modifications to Terms
We reserve the right to modify these terms at any time. Changes will be effective when posted on this page with an updated "Last modified" date.
Your continued use of the Service after any changes indicates your acceptance of the new terms. We encourage you to review these terms periodically.
10. Governing Law
These terms shall be interpreted and governed by the laws of the jurisdiction where our service is operated, without regard to conflict of law principles. Any disputes arising from these terms or your use of the Service shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts in that jurisdiction.
11. Severability
If any provision of these terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect. The unenforceable provision will be replaced with a valid provision that most closely matches the intent of the original.