1. Acceptance of Terms

Welcome to ExcelTools.online ("we," "our," or "us"). These Terms of Service ("Terms") constitute a legally binding agreement between you and ExcelTools.online regarding your use of our website and services.

By accessing or using our website and tools, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you disagree with any part of these Terms, then you may not access our services.

2. Description of Service

ExcelTools.online provides free online Excel utilities and tools including, but not limited to:

• CSV conversion tools
• Data formatting utilities
• Excel formula generators
• Data analysis tools
• Duplicate removal services
• File merging utilities

All tools operate client-side within your browser, ensuring your data privacy and security.

3. Acceptable Use

3.1 Permitted Use

You may use our services for lawful purposes only. You agree to use our tools responsibly and in accordance with these Terms.

3.2 Prohibited Activities

You agree not to:

• Use our services for any illegal or unauthorized purpose
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems or networks
• Interfere with or disrupt our services or servers
• Use automated systems or software to extract data from our website
• Reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble our tools
• Remove or alter any proprietary notices or labels
• Upload malicious files or content that could harm our systems
• Violate any applicable laws or regulations

4. User Content and Data

4.1 Your Data

You retain all rights to the data and files you process using our tools. We do not claim ownership of your content.

4.2 Data Processing

Our tools process your data locally in your browser. We do not store, access, or transmit your files to our servers. You are solely responsible for:

• The accuracy and legality of your data
• Ensuring you have the right to process the data
• Backing up your data before using our tools
• Compliance with applicable data protection laws

5. Intellectual Property Rights

5.1 Our Content

The ExcelTools.online website, tools, and all related content are protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. We retain all rights not expressly granted to you.

5.2 License to Use

We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to use our services for personal and commercial purposes, subject to these Terms.

5.3 Trademarks

ExcelTools.online and related marks are our trademarks. You may not use our trademarks without our prior written consent.

6. Privacy and Data Protection

Your privacy is important to us. Our Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information. By using our services, you agree to our Privacy Policy.

Key privacy highlights:

• Your files are processed locally and never uploaded to our servers
• We cannot access or view your file content
• We may collect anonymous usage analytics to improve our services

7. Service Availability

7.1 Service Uptime

We strive to maintain high service availability but do not guarantee uninterrupted access. Our services may be temporarily unavailable due to:

• Scheduled maintenance
• Technical issues
• External factors beyond our control

7.2 Service Modifications

We reserve the right to modify, update, or discontinue our services at any time without notice. We may also impose limits on certain features or restrict access to parts of our services.

8. Disclaimers and Limitations

8.1 Service Disclaimer

Our services are provided "as is" and "as available" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. We disclaim all warranties, including but not limited to:

• Merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose
• Non-infringement of third-party rights
• Accuracy, reliability, or completeness of results
• Uninterrupted or error-free operation

8.2 Limitation of Liability

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

• Loss of data or files
• Loss of profits or business opportunities
• Service interruptions
• Any other commercial damages or losses

Our total liability shall not exceed $100 or the amount you paid us in the past 12 months, whichever is greater.

9. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless ExcelTools.online, its officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, expenses, or fees arising from:

• Your use of our services
• Your violation of these Terms
• Your violation of any rights of another party
• Your data or content processed through our tools

10. Third-Party Services

Our website may contain links to third-party websites or services, including:

• Google Analytics for website analytics
• Google AdSense for advertising
• Other external resources or links

We are not responsible for the content, privacy policies, or practices of third-party services. Your use of third-party services is at your own risk.

11. Termination

11.1 Termination by You

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

11.2 Termination by Us

We may suspend or terminate your access to our services at any time for any reason, including:

• Violation of these Terms
• Suspected fraudulent or illegal activity
• Extended periods of inactivity

11.3 Effect of Termination

Upon termination, your right to use our services will cease immediately. Provisions that should survive termination will remain in effect.

12. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

12.1 Governing Law

These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the United States, without regard to conflict of law principles.

12.2 Dispute Resolution

Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of our services will be resolved through binding arbitration, except for claims that may be brought in small claims court.

13. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will notify users of material changes by:

• Posting updated Terms on this page
• Updating the "Last updated" date
• Providing notice through our website or email (where applicable)

Your continued use of our services after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

14. General Provisions

14.1 Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and us regarding your use of our services.

14.2 Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.

14.3 Waiver

Our failure to enforce any provision of these Terms does not constitute a waiver of that provision.

14.4 Assignment

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

15. Contact Information

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

We will respond to your inquiry within a reasonable time.