Terms of Service

Effective Date: March 17, 2026

Last Updated: March 17, 2026

1. Agreement to Terms

By accessing or using Compact GUI (compactgui.org), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. These Terms apply to every visitor, user, and person who accesses any part of the site.

If you do not agree with any portion of these Terms, please do not use the website. Your continued use after any updates to these Terms means you accept those changes.

2. Description of Service

Compact GUI is an independently operated informational website. We provide guides, download links, and reference material related to the CompactGUI software application developed by IridiumIO.

We are not the developer, publisher, or official distributor of CompactGUI or any other software featured on this site. All software belongs to its respective developers and owners.

We do not host software files on our servers. Instead, we link to official sources such as the developer’s GitHub repository. All content on this site is provided for informational and educational purposes.

3. Intellectual Property

All software names, logos, and trademarks mentioned on this site belong to their respective owners. The name “CompactGUI” and its associated branding are the property of IridiumIO. Our use of these names is strictly for identification and informational purposes under fair use principles.

Original content on this website — including articles, guides, descriptions, page designs, and HTML/CSS code — is the property of Compact GUI (compactgui.org). You may not copy, reproduce, or redistribute our original content without prior written permission.

Any software featured on this site remains the intellectual property of its respective developer.

4. Use of the Website

You agree to use this website only for lawful purposes. Specifically, you agree not to:

  • Use the site in any way that violates applicable local, national, or international laws
  • Attempt to interfere with the site’s operation, security, or infrastructure
  • Scrape, crawl, or harvest content from the site without written permission
  • Distribute malware, spam, or malicious content through any interaction with the site
  • Impersonate any person, organization, or entity
  • Use automated tools, bots, or scripts to access the site at excessive rates
  • Attempt to circumvent any security measures or access controls

5. Downloads and Software

This section is particularly important. Please read it carefully.

All download links on this site direct you to external sources, primarily the official GitHub repository maintained by the software developer. We do not host, modify, repackage, or redistribute any software files.

You are solely responsible for:

  • Verifying the authenticity of any software you download through links on this site
  • Scanning downloaded files with up-to-date antivirus software before installation
  • Reading and agreeing to the software’s own license agreement (GPL-3.0 for CompactGUI)
  • Confirming that the software is compatible with your system and NTFS file system
  • Backing up your data before installing or running any compression tool

We cannot guarantee the safety, integrity, or continued availability of software hosted on external sites. Download links may become outdated as developers release new versions or change their distribution methods. We make reasonable efforts to keep links current, but we cannot guarantee this at all times.

We do not provide technical support for CompactGUI or any other software featured here. For technical help, please contact the software developer directly through their official channels (such as GitHub Issues).

6. Disclaimer of Warranties

This website and all its content are provided on an “AS IS” and “AS AVAILABLE” basis.

We make no warranties or representations, express or implied, regarding:

  • The accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any information on the site
  • Whether the site will be available without interruption or free of errors
  • Whether the site or its content is free from viruses or harmful components
  • The fitness of any information for a particular purpose
  • Whether download links will function correctly or remain current

We expressly disclaim all warranties to the fullest extent permitted by applicable law.

7. Limitation of Liability

Under no circumstances shall Compact GUI or its operators be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including but not limited to:

  • Damages arising from the use or inability to use this website
  • Damages arising from any software downloaded through links on this site
  • Loss of data, revenue, profit, or business opportunity
  • Computer damage, data loss, or system corruption resulting from file compression or decompression
  • Any action taken based on information provided on this site

This limitation applies whether the claim is based on warranty, contract, tort, negligence, or any other legal theory, and applies even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages.

Our total aggregate liability to you for any and all claims shall not exceed zero dollars ($0 USD).

9. Advertisements

This website may display advertisements served through Google AdSense or similar third-party advertising networks. These ads are not created or controlled by us.

We do not endorse any products or services shown in advertisements. Ad content is determined by the advertising network based on factors such as your browsing history and the page content.

Clicking on advertisements is at your own discretion. We are not responsible for the content, accuracy, or reliability of any advertised product or service.

10. Content Accuracy and Updates

We make reasonable efforts to keep the information on this site accurate and current. However, software development moves quickly. Version numbers, features, system requirements, and download availability can change at any time without notice from the developer.

We cannot guarantee that every piece of information is accurate at the moment you read it. We reserve the right to modify, update, or remove any content at any time without prior notice.

If you spot inaccurate information on our site, we appreciate a heads-up through our contact page.

11. DMCA and Copyright

We respect intellectual property rights. If you believe that content on this site infringes on your copyright, please refer to our Disclaimer page for the complete DMCA takedown process.

We will respond promptly to valid DMCA notices and take appropriate action, which may include removing or disabling access to the allegedly infringing material.

12. Privacy

Your use of this site is also governed by our Privacy Policy. By using Compact GUI, you consent to the collection and use of information as described in that policy.

We encourage you to read the Privacy Policy in full to understand how we handle your data.

13. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Compact GUI and its operators from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, or expenses (including reasonable legal fees) arising from:

  • Your use of, or access to, this website
  • Your violation of these Terms of Service
  • Your violation of any third-party rights, including intellectual property rights
  • Any content you submit through the contact form or any other means

14. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with applicable laws, without regard to conflict of law principles.

Any disputes arising from or related to these Terms or your use of the website shall first be resolved through good-faith negotiation. If negotiation does not resolve the dispute, it shall be submitted to the appropriate courts of competent jurisdiction. You agree to submit to the personal jurisdiction of such courts.

15. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect. The invalid provision will be modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it valid and enforceable while preserving its original intent.

16. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify or replace these Terms at any time. When changes are made, the updated Terms will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.

Your continued use of the website after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the new Terms. We encourage you to review this page periodically.

17. Termination

We reserve the right to restrict or terminate your access to the website at any time, without prior notice, for any reason, including but not limited to a breach of these Terms.

All provisions of these Terms that by their nature should survive termination shall survive, including (without limitation) intellectual property provisions, warranty disclaimers, limitation of liability, and indemnification obligations.

18. Entire Agreement

These Terms of Service, together with our Privacy Policy and Disclaimer, constitute the entire agreement between you and Compact GUI regarding your use of this website. They supersede any prior agreements, communications, or understandings, whether written or oral.

19. Contact

If you have questions or concerns about these Terms of Service, please visit our Contact page.

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