1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing, browsing, or using the MailWave website (mailwave.dev) and services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions and our Privacy Policy.

If you do not agree with any part of these terms, you must not use our service. Your continued use of MailWave constitutes your ongoing acceptance of these terms and any modifications we may make to them.

2. Service Description

MailWave provides temporary, disposable email address services that allow users to:

2.1 Core Features

• Temporary Email Creation: Generate disposable email addresses instantly
• Message Reception: Receive emails sent to your temporary addresses
• Real-time Updates: View incoming messages without page refresh
• Multiple Domains: Choose from various email domain options
• Privacy Protection: Keep your personal email address private

2.2 Service Tiers

2.3 Service Evolution

We continuously improve our service by adding new features, enhancing security, and expanding functionality. Some features may be modified, added, or removed based on user needs and technical requirements.

3. Eligibility and Account Registration

3.1 Age Requirements

• You must be at least 13 years old to use MailWave
• Users between 13-17 years old must have parental consent
• Users under 18 should review these terms with a parent or guardian

3.2 Account Registration

For premium features, you may need to create an account. When registering, you agree to:

• Provide accurate and complete information
• Maintain the security of your account credentials
• Update your information as necessary to keep it current
• Accept responsibility for all activities under your account
• Notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account

3.3 Account Restrictions

• One account per person or entity
• Commercial use requires appropriate subscription tier
• Sharing account credentials is prohibited
• We reserve the right to verify user information

4. Acceptable Use Policy

You agree to use MailWave in a lawful and responsible manner. Acceptable uses include:

4.1 Permitted Uses

• Protecting your personal email from spam and unwanted messages
• Testing email functionality for legitimate purposes
• Signing up for services while maintaining privacy
• Temporary communication needs
• Educational and research purposes (within legal boundaries)

4.2 Professional and Commercial Use

Commercial use is permitted under appropriate subscription tiers, but must comply with:

• All applicable laws and regulations
• Industry standards and best practices
• Our terms of service and usage limitations
• Appropriate subscription level for usage volume

5. Prohibited Activities

5.1 Illegal Activities

• Any illegal activity under applicable local, state, national, or international law
• Fraud, money laundering, or other financial crimes
• Identity theft or impersonation
• Harassment, stalking, or threatening behavior
• Distribution of illegal content or materials

5.2 Spam and Abuse

• Using our service to send spam or unsolicited communications
• Creating accounts to bypass email filters or security measures
• Bulk account creation or automated registration
• Circumventing rate limits or usage restrictions
• Overloading our systems with excessive requests

5.3 Security Violations

• Attempting to hack, crack, or compromise our systems
• Distributing malware, viruses, or malicious code
• Attempting to access other users' accounts or data
• Reverse engineering or attempting to extract source code
• Circumventing security measures or access controls

5.4 Content Restrictions

• Adult content, pornography, or sexually explicit material
• Hate speech, discriminatory content, or incitement to violence
• Copyrighted material without proper authorization
• False or misleading information intended to deceive
• Content that violates others' privacy or rights

6. Service Availability and Limitations

6.1 Service Availability

We strive to maintain high service availability, but we cannot guarantee uninterrupted service. Factors affecting availability may include:

• Scheduled maintenance and updates
• Technical difficulties or system failures
• Internet connectivity issues
• Third-party service dependencies
• Force majeure events beyond our control

6.2 Service Limitations

6.3 Service Modifications

We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any aspect of our service at any time. We will provide reasonable notice for significant changes that affect paid subscribers.

7. Subscription and Billing

7.1 Subscription Terms

• Monthly Plans: Billed every 30 days from subscription date
• Annual Plans: Billed every 365 days with discount pricing
• Auto-Renewal: Subscriptions automatically renew unless cancelled
• Prorated Billing: Upgrades are prorated for remaining billing period

7.2 Payment and Billing

• All payments are processed securely through third-party payment processors
• We accept major credit cards, PayPal, and other approved payment methods
• Payments are due in advance for the subscription period
• Failed payments may result in service suspension
• All prices are in USD unless otherwise specified

7.3 Refund Policy

• 30-Day Money-Back Guarantee: New subscribers can request full refund within 30 days
• Prorated Refunds: Available for service failures or billing errors
• No Refund Situations: Account termination for terms violations
• Processing Time: Refunds typically process within 5-10 business days

7.4 Price Changes

We may change subscription prices with 30 days' notice to existing subscribers. Price changes apply to new billing cycles and do not affect current subscription periods.

8. Intellectual Property Rights

8.1 Our Intellectual Property

MailWave and all related content, features, and functionality are owned by us and are protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. This includes:

• Website design, layout, and user interface
• Software code, algorithms, and technical implementations
• Trademarks, logos, and brand elements
• Documentation, guides, and support materials
• Service innovations and proprietary technologies

8.2 License to Use Our Service

We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to use our service for your personal or business needs, subject to these terms.

8.3 Restrictions

You may not:

• Copy, modify, or create derivative works of our service
• Reverse engineer or attempt to extract source code
• Use our trademarks or branding without permission
• Sell, rent, lease, or sublicense access to our service
• Remove or obscure any copyright or proprietary notices

8.4 User Content Rights

You retain ownership of any content you create or provide through our service. However, you grant us a license to store, process, and transmit your content as necessary to provide the service.

9. User Content and Data

9.1 Your Responsibility for Content

You are solely responsible for:

• All content sent to or received through your temporary email addresses
• Ensuring content complies with applicable laws and these terms
• Any consequences resulting from your content or communications
• Backing up important information before it expires

9.2 Content Storage and Retention

• Email messages are automatically deleted after the retention period
• We do not guarantee the preservation of any content
• Users should save important information elsewhere
• Premium users receive longer retention periods

9.3 Content Monitoring

While we respect your privacy, we reserve the right to:

• Monitor content for security and abuse prevention
• Remove content that violates our terms or applicable law
• Report illegal activity to appropriate authorities
• Implement automated filtering for spam and malicious content

9.4 Data Portability

Upon request, we can provide your data in a portable format, subject to technical limitations and retention periods.

10. Privacy and Data Protection

Your privacy is important to us. Our data collection and use practices are detailed in our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these terms by reference.

10.1 Key Privacy Principles

• Data Minimization: We collect only necessary information
• Purpose Limitation: Data is used only for stated purposes
• Security: Strong measures protect your information
• Transparency: Clear information about our practices
• User Control: Rights to access, correct, and delete data

10.2 Compliance

We comply with applicable data protection laws, including:

• General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
• California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)
• Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA)
• Other applicable regional privacy laws

10.3 Data Sharing

We do not sell your personal information. We may share data only as described in our Privacy Policy, such as with service providers or when required by law.

11. Disclaimers and Warranties

11.1 Service Disclaimers

MailWave is provided "as is" and "as available" without warranties of any kind. We specifically disclaim:

• Uptime Guarantees: We do not guarantee uninterrupted service availability
• Message Delivery: We cannot guarantee all messages will be received
• Security Promises: While we implement strong security, no system is completely secure
• Third-Party Content: We are not responsible for content sent by others
• Data Recovery: We cannot recover expired or deleted data

11.2 Legal Disclaimers

To the fullest extent permitted by law, we disclaim all warranties, including:

• Warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose
• Non-infringement of third-party rights
• That our service will meet your requirements
• That our service will be error-free or secure
• That any defects will be corrected

11.3 User Responsibility

You acknowledge that:

• You use our service at your own risk
• You should not rely solely on temporary email for critical communications
• You should backup important information
• You are responsible for complying with applicable laws

12. Limitation of Liability

12.1 Limitation of Damages

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

• Loss of profits, data, or business opportunities
• Service interruptions or delays
• Security breaches or unauthorized access
• Errors, omissions, or inaccuracies in content
• Harm resulting from third-party actions

12.2 Maximum Liability Cap

Our total liability for any claims related to our service shall not exceed:

• Free Users: $100 USD
• Paid Users: The amount paid for the service in the 12 months preceding the claim

12.3 Time Limitation

Any claim against MailWave must be brought within one (1) year after the cause of action arises, or such claim will be permanently barred.

12.4 Exceptions

These limitations do not apply to:

• Death or personal injury caused by our negligence
• Fraud or fraudulent misrepresentation
• Liability that cannot be excluded by law

13. Indemnification

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless MailWave and its officers, directors, employees, contractors, and agents from and against any claims, damages, obligations, losses, liabilities, costs, or expenses arising from:

13.1 Your Use of the Service

• Your violation of these terms or our policies
• Your violation of any third-party rights
• Your violation of applicable laws or regulations
• Content you submit, post, or transmit through our service
• Your negligent or wrongful conduct

13.2 Indemnification Process

We will:

• Promptly notify you of any claim subject to indemnification
• Allow you to control the defense and settlement of the claim
• Provide reasonable cooperation in the defense
• Not settle any claim without your consent

13.3 Limitations

Your indemnification obligations are subject to:

• Our compliance with the notification and cooperation requirements
• Exclusion of claims arising from our gross negligence or willful misconduct
• Reasonable limits based on the nature of your use of our service

14. Termination

14.1 Termination by You

You may terminate your account at any time by:

• Canceling your subscription through account settings
• Contacting our support team
• Simply stopping use of the service (for free accounts)

14.2 Termination by Us

We may suspend or terminate your account:

• For Cause: Immediate termination for violations of these terms
• For Convenience: With 30 days' notice for any reason
• Non-Payment: For failed payments after reasonable notice
• Inactivity: After extended periods of non-use

14.3 Effect of Termination

Upon termination:

• Your access to the service will cease immediately
• All temporary email addresses will be permanently deleted
• Stored messages and data will be removed according to our data retention policy
• Subscription benefits will end (no prorated refunds except as stated in our refund policy)
• These terms will continue to apply to past use of the service

14.4 Data Retrieval

Before termination, you should:

• Save any important messages or information
• Update any services using your temporary email addresses
• Cancel any subscriptions linked to temporary addresses
• Request data export if needed (available for premium users)

15. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

15.1 Governing Law

These terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of [Your Jurisdiction], without regard to conflict of law principles. Any legal action or proceeding arising under these terms will be brought exclusively in the courts of [Your Jurisdiction].

15.2 Dispute Resolution Process

Before filing any formal legal action, you agree to attempt resolution through the following process:

1. Direct Communication: Contact our support team to discuss the issue
2. Informal Negotiation: Allow 30 days for good-faith resolution attempts
3. Mediation: If informal resolution fails, agree to non-binding mediation
4. Arbitration: Binding arbitration for claims under $10,000 (optional)

15.3 Class Action Waiver

You agree that any dispute resolution proceedings will be conducted only on an individual basis and not in a class, consolidated, or representative action. You waive your right to participate in class action lawsuits or class-wide arbitration.

15.4 Exceptions to Dispute Resolution

The following matters are excluded from mandatory dispute resolution:

• Intellectual property disputes
• Small claims court actions (under jurisdictional limits)
• Injunctive relief for security or privacy violations
• Disputes that cannot be arbitrated under applicable law

16. Modifications to Terms

16.1 Right to Modify

We reserve the right to modify these terms at any time to reflect changes in our service, legal requirements, or business practices.

16.2 Notification of Changes

We will notify you of material changes through:

• Email Notice: Sent to registered users for significant changes
• Website Banner: Prominent notice on our website
• In-App Notification: Alerts within the service interface
• Version History: Detailed changelog available on request

16.3 Effective Date and Acceptance

• Minor Changes: Effective immediately upon posting
• Material Changes: Effective 30 days after notification
• Continued Use: Constitutes acceptance of modified terms
• Disagreement: You may terminate your account if you disagree with changes

16.4 Version Control

We maintain version history of our terms, and you can request previous versions for reference. The most current version is always available on our website.

17. General Provisions

17.1 Entire Agreement

These terms, together with our Privacy Policy and any additional policies referenced herein, constitute the entire agreement between you and MailWave regarding your use of our service.

17.2 Severability

If any provision of these terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect. Invalid provisions will be replaced with valid provisions that most closely reflect our original intent.

17.3 Waiver

Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these terms will not constitute a waiver of such right or provision. Any waiver must be in writing and signed by our authorized representative.

17.4 Assignment

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

17.5 Force Majeure

We will 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, natural disasters, terrorism, labor disputes, or government actions.

17.6 Relationship

These terms do not create any agency, partnership, joint venture, or employment relationship between you and MailWave. You are an independent user of our service.

17.7 Language

These terms are written in English. Any translations are provided for convenience only, and the English version will prevail in case of conflicts.

18. Contact Information

19. Definitions and Interpretations

19.1 Key Definitions

• "Service" refers to the MailWave temporary email service and website
• "User" or "You" refers to any person using our service
• "Content" includes all data, text, messages, and files transmitted through our service
• "Account" refers to registered user accounts for premium features
• "Subscription" refers to paid premium service plans
• "Temporary Email" refers to disposable email addresses created through our service

19.2 Interpretation

• Headings are for convenience and do not affect interpretation
• References to "including" are illustrative and not limiting
• Singular terms include plural meanings and vice versa
• References to persons include individuals and entities
• Time references are to [Your Time Zone] unless specified otherwise