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Terms of Service

Last updated: May 2026

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using Backdrop ("the Service"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree, do not use the Service.

2. Description of Service

Backdrop is a web archiving and knowledge management tool that allows users to capture, store, annotate, and organize web pages and digital content. The Service is provided "as is" and we make no guarantees regarding availability, accuracy, or completeness of archived content.

3. User Responsibilities

  • You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials.
  • You may not use the Service to archive or distribute illegal content, including copyrighted material without authorization.
  • You may not use the Service to violate any applicable laws or regulations.
  • You may not scrape, crawl, or otherwise attempt to access our infrastructure in an abusive manner.

4. Intellectual Property

You retain all rights to content you upload or archive through the Service. Backdrop claims no ownership over your data. The Service itself, including its code, design, and branding, is owned by Backdrop and protected by applicable intellectual property laws.

5. Acceptable Use

You agree not to use the Service for any unlawful purpose or in violation of these terms. Prohibited activities include, but are not limited to: uploading malicious code, attempting to gain unauthorized access, interfering with the Service's operation, or using the Service to infringe on others' rights.

6. Limitation of Liability

Backdrop shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of the Service. Our total liability for any claim shall not exceed the amount paid by you for the Service in the 12 months preceding the claim.

7. Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate these terms. You may delete your account at any time, and we will remove your data in accordance with our Privacy Policy.

8. Changes to Terms

We may update these terms from time to time. Continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the new terms. We will notify users of material changes via email or in-app notification.

9. Contact

For questions about these terms, contact us at [email protected].