Terms of Service

Welcome to Knotchat. These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your use of our anonymous chat platform. By accessing or using Knotchat, you agree to be bound by these Terms.

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

To use Knotchat, you must:

• Be at least 13 years of age (users under 18 should have parental guidance)
• Have the legal capacity to enter into this agreement (or parental consent if under 18)
• Not be prohibited from using our service under applicable law
• Comply with all local, state, and federal laws

By using our service, you represent and warrant that you meet these eligibility requirements.

Knotchat is an anonymous chat platform that connects users for text-based conversations. Our service:

• Facilitates anonymous, real-time text conversations
• Does not require user registration or personal information
• Automatically matches users based on availability and preferences
• Provides a safe, moderated environment for conversations

We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any aspect of our service at any time without notice.

Permitted Uses

You may use Knotchat to:

• Engage in respectful conversations with other users
• Share appropriate content and ideas
• Practice language skills with native speakers
• Make new friends and social connections
• Seek advice or support from the community

Prohibited Activities

You agree NOT to use Knotchat for:

• Harassment, bullying, or intimidation of other users
• Sharing sexually explicit, violent, or disturbing content
• Discrimination based on race, religion, gender, or other protected characteristics
• Sharing personal information (yours or others')
• Commercial activities, advertising, or spam
• Impersonating others or providing false information
• Attempting to circumvent our safety measures
• Distributing malware, viruses, or harmful code
• Any illegal activities or content

As a Knotchat user, you are responsible for:

• Maintaining respectful communication at all times
• Reporting inappropriate behavior or content
• Protecting your own privacy and safety
• Not sharing personal contact information
• Ending conversations that make you uncomfortable
• Following our community guidelines

Content Standards

All content shared on Knotchat must be:

• Respectful and appropriate for all audiences
• Your own original content or properly attributed
• Free from copyrighted material without permission
• Compliant with all applicable laws and regulations

Knotchat is designed to protect user privacy and maintain anonymity:

• We do not collect personal identification information
• Chat conversations are not stored on our servers
• Users are matched randomly and anonymously
• No chat history or user profiles are maintained

For complete details about our privacy practices, please review our Privacy Policy.

Automated Moderation

We use automated systems to:

• Filter inappropriate content in real-time
• Detect and prevent spam or abuse
• Monitor for prohibited activities
• Enforce our community standards

User Reporting

Users can report violations by:

• Using the report button during conversations
• Contacting our support team
• Providing detailed information about violations

Enforcement Actions

Violations may result in:

• Immediate termination of chat sessions
• Temporary or permanent service restrictions
• IP address blocking for severe violations
• Reporting to authorities for illegal activities

Our Rights

Knotchat and its content are protected by intellectual property laws. All rights, title, and interest in our service remain our property.

User Content

You retain ownership of content you share, but by using our service, you grant us a limited license to:

• Transmit your messages to other users
• Moderate content for safety purposes
• Analyze content for service improvement (anonymized)

Respect for Others' Rights

You agree not to share content that infringes on others' intellectual property rights.

Service Availability

Knotchat is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind. We do not guarantee:

• Continuous service availability
• Error-free operation
• Compatibility with all devices
• Meeting your specific requirements

User Interactions

We are not responsible for:

• The behavior of other users
• Content shared by users
• Relationships formed through our service
• Any damages resulting from user interactions

To the maximum extent permitted by law, Knotchat shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including but not limited to:

• Loss of profits, data, or business opportunities
• Emotional distress or personal injury
• Service interruptions or delays
• Third-party actions or content

Our total liability shall not exceed the amount you have paid us for using our service (which is currently zero).

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Knotchat from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from:

• Your use of our service
• Your violation of these Terms
• Content you share on our platform
• Your infringement of others' rights

Either party may terminate this agreement at any time:

Your Rights

You may stop using our service at any time without notice.

Our Rights

We may terminate or restrict your access for:

• Violation of these Terms
• Illegal or harmful behavior
• Technical or business reasons

Effect of Termination

Upon termination, your right to use our service ends immediately. Sections relating to liability, indemnification, and dispute resolution survive termination.

These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with applicable laws. Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of our service shall be resolved through:

• Good faith negotiation between the parties
• Binding arbitration if negotiation fails
• Individual claims only (no class actions)

We may update these Terms from time to time. When we do:

• We will post the updated Terms on this page
• We will update the "Last updated" date
• For material changes, we will provide notice on our homepage
• Your continued use constitutes acceptance of the new Terms

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