1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing and using String Art Generator, you accept and agree to be bound by the terms and provision of this agreement. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use our service.
2. Description of Service
String Art Generator is a free web-based tool that converts digital images into mathematical string art patterns using algorithmic optimization. The service processes images entirely within your browser and provides downloadable results.
Key Features:
- Browser-based image processing with no server uploads
- Mathematical algorithms for string art pattern generation
- Customizable settings and artistic presets
- Downloadable high-quality results
- Educational content about string art mathematics
3. Permitted Uses
You may use String Art Generator for:
- Personal creative projects and artwork
- Educational purposes and learning about mathematical art
- Non-commercial art projects and exhibitions
- Research into algorithmic art generation
- Creating physical string art based on generated patterns
4. Restrictions and Prohibited Uses
You agree not to use the service for:
- Processing images you do not own or lack permission to use
- Creating content that violates copyright, trademark, or other intellectual property rights
- Generating content that is illegal, harmful, threatening, or offensive
- Commercial purposes without proper licensing of source images
- Attempting to reverse engineer or copy our algorithms
- Overloading or attacking our servers or infrastructure
5. Intellectual Property Rights
Your Content
- You retain all rights to images you upload to the service
- You own the generated string art patterns created from your images
- You are responsible for ensuring you have rights to images you process
Our Service
- The algorithms, website design, and code remain our intellectual property
- You may not reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works of our service
- Our educational content and tutorials are protected by copyright
6. Privacy and Data Handling
Your privacy is important to us:
- Images are processed entirely in your browser and never uploaded to our servers
- We collect minimal anonymous analytics to improve the service
- Full details are available in our Privacy Policy
7. Service Availability
We strive to provide reliable service but cannot guarantee:
- Uninterrupted access to the service
- Error-free operation in all browsers and devices
- Compatibility with all image formats or sizes
- Processing speed for very large or complex images
8. Limitation of Liability
To the maximum extent permitted by law:
- We disclaim all warranties, express or implied
- We are not liable for direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages
- You use the service at your own risk
9. User Responsibilities
As a user, you are responsible for:
- Ensuring you have the right to use any images you process
- Using the service in compliance with applicable laws
- Not attempting to exploit or damage the service
- Respecting the intellectual property rights of others
- Using generated art responsibly and ethically
10. Educational and Fair Use
We encourage educational use of our service:
- Teachers may use the service for classroom demonstrations
- Students may use it for learning about mathematical art
- Researchers may reference our algorithms in academic work (with citation)
- Non-commercial educational use is broadly permitted
11. Modifications to Service
We reserve the right to:
- Modify, suspend, or discontinue the service at any time
- Update our algorithms and features
- Change these terms with reasonable notice
- Implement usage limits if necessary
12. Termination
Either party may terminate this agreement at any time. We may suspend access if we believe you have violated these terms. Upon termination, these terms remain in effect for any generated content.
13. Governing Law
These terms are governed by applicable laws. Any disputes will be resolved through appropriate legal channels in our jurisdiction.