Terms of Service

Welcome to DevHub. These Terms of Service ("Terms", "Terms of Service") govern your use of the DevHub website located at https://devhub.sbs (the "Site" or "Service") operated by DevHub ("we", "us", or "our").

Please read these Terms of Service carefully before using our Site. By accessing or using the Service, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you disagree with any part of these Terms, you may not access the Service.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using DevHub, you accept and agree to be bound by the terms and provisions of this agreement. Additionally, when using particular services or features of DevHub, you shall be subject to any posted guidelines or rules applicable to such services or features.

If you do not agree to these Terms of Service, you must immediately cease using our Service.

2. Description of Service

DevHub provides a comprehensive platform for developers offering:

• Free online developer tools including Base64 encoding/decoding, URL encoding/decoding, JSON validation and formatting, JWT token verification, OIDC testing, hash generation, and other utilities
• Educational content including blog articles, tutorials, and guides
• Links and resources to third-party developer tools and services
• Interactive tool interfaces and calculators
• Community features and content sharing capabilities

DevHub reserves the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any aspect of the Service at any time without prior notice.

3. User Accounts and Registration

3.1 No Registration Required

Currently, DevHub does not require user registration to access most tools and content. You can use our tools anonymously without creating an account.

3.2 Newsletter Subscriptions

If you subscribe to our newsletter or other services requiring an email address, you agree to:

• Provide accurate, current, and complete information
• Maintain and promptly update your information
• Accept responsibility for all activities under your subscription
• Notify us immediately of any unauthorized use

3.3 Future Account Features

If we introduce user accounts in the future, additional terms may apply. You will be notified of these terms at the time of account creation.

4. Acceptable Use Policy

4.1 Permitted Use

You may use DevHub for lawful purposes only. You agree to use the Service:

• In compliance with all applicable laws and regulations
• In a manner that does not infringe the rights of others
• For personal or commercial development purposes
• To learn, test, and develop software applications

4.2 Prohibited Use

You agree NOT to:

• Illegal Activities: Use the Service for any illegal or unauthorized purpose
• Malicious Use: Use our tools to create malware, conduct attacks, or harm others
• System Abuse: Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems, networks, or data
• Excessive Use: Place unreasonable or disproportionately large loads on our infrastructure
• Scraping/Harvesting: Use automated systems to extract data without permission
• Reverse Engineering: Reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble any aspect of the Service
• Circumvention: Attempt to bypass security measures or access restrictions
• Impersonation: Impersonate any person or entity or misrepresent your affiliation
• Spam: Transmit spam, chain letters, or other unsolicited communications
• Malicious Content: Upload or transmit viruses, malware, or harmful code
• Intellectual Property Violation: Infringe on copyrights, trademarks, or other intellectual property
• Harassment: Harass, abuse, or harm other users
• False Information: Provide false, misleading, or deceptive information

4.3 Rate Limiting

To ensure fair use and service availability for all users, we may implement rate limiting. Excessive automated requests may be throttled or blocked. If you need higher rate limits for legitimate use, please contact us to discuss options.

5. Intellectual Property Rights

5.1 DevHub Content

The Service and its original content, features, and functionality are owned by DevHub and are protected by international copyright, trademark, patent, trade secret, and other intellectual property laws.

This includes but is not limited to:

• Website design, layout, and user interface
• Blog articles, tutorials, and educational content
• Tool implementations and algorithms
• Graphics, logos, and branding
• Code, scripts, and software

5.2 License to Use

We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to:

• Access and use the Service for personal or commercial purposes
• Use our tools for your development work
• Read and learn from our educational content

This license does not include the right to:

• Resell or redistribute our tools or content
• Copy or reproduce our website code
• Create derivative works without permission
• Remove copyright or proprietary notices

5.3 User Content

If you submit content to DevHub (such as comments, suggestions, or feedback), you grant us a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual, irrevocable license to use, modify, publish, and distribute such content.

5.4 Third-Party Content

DevHub may contain links to third-party tools, services, and content. We do not claim ownership of third-party intellectual property. All third-party trademarks, logos, and brand names mentioned on DevHub are the property of their respective owners.

6. Privacy and Data Protection

Your use of the Service is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which can be found at Privacy Policy. By using the Service, you consent to the collection and use of information as described in our Privacy Policy.

6.1 Tool Data Processing

Most of our tools process data client-side in your browser. We do not store, log, or transmit:

• Content you encode or decode
• JSON data you validate or format
• JWT tokens you verify
• URLs you encode or decode
• Hashes you generate

Your data stays on your device and never reaches our servers.

7. Third-Party Services

7.1 Links to Third Parties

Our Service contains links to third-party websites, tools, and services. These linked sites are not under our control, and we are not responsible for their content, privacy policies, or practices.

7.2 No Endorsement

The inclusion of any link does not imply endorsement, approval, or recommendation of the linked site or its content. We are not responsible for any loss or damage arising from your use of third-party sites.

7.3 Third-Party Terms

Your use of third-party services is subject to their own terms and conditions. We encourage you to read the terms and policies of any third-party sites you visit.

8. Disclaimers

8.1 "As Is" Service

THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED ON AN "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" BASIS WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. DEVHUB DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

• Implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose
• Non-infringement of third-party rights
• Accuracy, reliability, or completeness of content
• Uninterrupted, secure, or error-free service
• Results obtained from using the Service

8.2 Accuracy of Tools

While we strive for accuracy, we do not warrant that our tools are error-free or that results are always accurate. You should verify critical results independently. Use our tools at your own risk.

8.3 Educational Content

Our blog articles and tutorials are for informational and educational purposes only. They do not constitute professional advice. We make no representations about the accuracy, completeness, or suitability of the information provided.

8.4 No Professional Advice

DevHub does not provide legal, financial, security, or other professional advice. Always consult appropriate professionals for specific advice tailored to your situation.

9. Limitation of Liability

9.1 No Liability for Damages

TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, DEVHUB SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, OR ANY LOSS OF PROFITS OR REVENUES, WHETHER INCURRED DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY, OR ANY LOSS OF DATA, USE, GOODWILL, OR OTHER INTANGIBLE LOSSES, RESULTING FROM:

• Your use or inability to use the Service
• Any unauthorized access to or use of our servers
• Any interruption or cessation of transmission to or from the Service
• Any bugs, viruses, or harmful code transmitted through the Service
• Any errors or omissions in content or tools
• Any content, conduct, or actions of any third party

9.2 Maximum Liability

IN NO EVENT SHALL DEVHUB'S TOTAL LIABILITY TO YOU FOR ALL DAMAGES EXCEED THE AMOUNT PAID BY YOU TO DEVHUB IN THE PAST TWELVE (12) MONTHS, OR ONE HUNDRED DOLLARS ($100), WHICHEVER IS GREATER.

9.3 Jurisdictional Limitations

Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion of certain warranties or limitation of liability for consequential damages. In such jurisdictions, our liability shall be limited to the maximum extent permitted by law.

10. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless DevHub and its officers, directors, employees, agents, and affiliates from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses, including reasonable attorney's fees, arising out of or in any way connected with:

• Your use of the Service
• Your violation of these Terms
• Your violation of any rights of another person or entity
• Your use of third-party tools or content accessed through the Service

11. Modifications to Service and Terms

11.1 Service Modifications

We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any part of the Service at any time without notice. We shall not be liable to you or any third party for any modification, suspension, or discontinuance of the Service.

11.2 Terms Modifications

We may revise these Terms from time to time. The most current version will always be posted on this page with the "Last Updated" date. By continuing to use the Service after revisions become effective, you agree to be bound by the revised Terms.

Material changes will be notified through:

• Prominent notice on the Site
• Email notification to newsletter subscribers
• Updated "Last Updated" date

12. Termination

12.1 Termination by You

You may stop using our Service at any time. If you have subscribed to our newsletter, you may unsubscribe at any time.

12.2 Termination by Us

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access to the Service at any time, without notice, for conduct that we believe:

• Violates these Terms of Service
• Is harmful to other users, us, or third parties
• Violates applicable laws or regulations
• Is otherwise inappropriate or objectionable

12.3 Effect of Termination

Upon termination, your right to use the Service will immediately cease. Provisions of these Terms that by their nature should survive termination shall survive, including but not limited to intellectual property provisions, disclaimers, limitations of liability, and dispute resolution.

13. Dispute Resolution

13.1 Informal Resolution

If you have a dispute with DevHub, please contact us first to attempt to resolve it informally. We'll work in good faith to resolve any disputes amicably.

13.2 Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the United States, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

13.3 Jurisdiction

You agree that any legal action or proceeding arising out of or related to these Terms or the Service shall be instituted in a court of competent jurisdiction in the United States. You consent to the jurisdiction of such courts and waive any objection to venue.

13.4 Arbitration

For disputes that cannot be resolved informally, you agree that disputes shall be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with the American Arbitration Association's rules, except where prohibited by law.

14. General Provisions

14.1 Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and any other legal notices published by us on the Service, constitute the entire agreement between you and DevHub.

14.2 Waiver

Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms will not be considered a waiver of those rights. If any provision is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.

14.3 Severability

If any provision of these Terms is held to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable, the validity, legality, and enforceability of the remaining provisions shall not be affected or impaired.

14.4 Assignment

You may not assign or transfer these Terms or your rights under these Terms without our prior written consent. We may assign our rights and obligations under these Terms without restriction.

14.5 No Third-Party Beneficiaries

These Terms do not create any third-party beneficiary rights.

14.6 Force Majeure

DevHub shall not be liable for any failure or delay in performance due to circumstances beyond our reasonable control, including but not limited to acts of God, war, terrorism, riots, embargoes, acts of civil or military authorities, fire, floods, accidents, network infrastructure failures, strikes, or shortages of transportation facilities, fuel, energy, labor, or materials.

15. Specific Tool Terms

15.1 OIDC Playground

The OIDC playground is for testing purposes only. Do not use real credentials, production secrets, or sensitive data. We are not responsible for any security issues arising from misuse of the OIDC testing tool.

15.2 JWT Verification

JWT verification is performed client-side in your browser. We do not store or log JWT tokens. However, do not use production tokens or tokens containing sensitive information without understanding the security implications.

15.3 Hash Generation

Hash functions are cryptographic tools. The security of generated hashes depends on the algorithm chosen and proper implementation. We provide tools for generating hashes but are not responsible for their security in your specific use case.

16. Advertising

DevHub displays advertisements through Google AdSense and may display other forms of advertising in the future. We do not control third-party ads and are not responsible for their content. Advertisers are responsible for ensuring their ads comply with applicable laws.

17. Accessibility

We strive to make DevHub accessible to all users, including those with disabilities. If you encounter accessibility issues, please contact us so we can work to resolve them.

18. International Users

DevHub is operated from the United States. If you access the Service from outside the United States, you are responsible for compliance with local laws. By using the Service, you consent to the transfer of information to the United States.

19. Children's Use

The Service is not intended for users under the age of 13 (or 16 in the European Economic Area). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided personal information, please contact us immediately.

20. Contact Information

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

• Website: https://devhub.sbs
• Contact Page: Contact Us
• Instagram: @devhub.news
• YouTube: TechHub Weekly

21. Acknowledgment

BY USING THE SERVICE, YOU ACKNOWLEDGE THAT YOU HAVE READ THESE TERMS OF SERVICE AND AGREE TO BE BOUND BY THEM.