Terms of Service
Last Updated: November 5, 2025
Welcome to DapLinks! By using our Chrome extension and services, you agree to these Terms of Service. Please read them carefully.
1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing or using DapLinks ("the Service"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to these terms, do not use the Service.
2. Description of Service
DapLinks is a privacy-focused productivity Chrome extension that provides:
- Bookmark Management: Save and organize unlimited bookmarks and folders (stored locally on your device)
- Tab Management: View, organize, and manage browser tabs efficiently
- Task Management: Create and track tasks with a built-in task board
- Pomodoro Timer: Focus timer for productivity sessions
- Ad Blocking: Block ads, trackers, and pop-ups across websites
- Focus Features: Link locking with custom reminders to minimize distractions
- Analytics: Local analytics and habit tracking (never sent to servers)
- AI Features: Optional AI-powered semantic search, smart tagging, and auto-organization (requires OpenAI API key)
- Customization: Themes, backgrounds, and personalization options
Important - Local Storage: All your bookmarks, folders, tasks, analytics, and personal data are stored locally on your device using Chrome's storage API. We do not store, sync, or have access to your personal content. Only your email address and authentication data are stored on our servers for account management.
3. Account Registration
3.1 Eligibility
You must be at least 13 years old to use DapLinks. By creating an account, you represent that you meet this age requirement.
3.2 Account Security
You are responsible for:
- Maintaining the confidentiality of your password
- All activities that occur under your account
- Notifying us immediately of any unauthorized access
3.3 Accurate Information
You agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information during registration (email address) and to update it as needed.
4. Subscription and Payments
4.1 Subscription Plans
DapLinks offers a paid subscription at $4.99/month with a 7-day free trial.
4.2 Free Trial
Trial Terms:
- New users receive a 7-day free trial
- A valid credit card is required to start the trial
- You will NOT be charged during the trial period
- Cancel anytime before the trial ends to avoid charges
- One trial per customer (trial eligibility is linked to your Stripe customer account)
4.3 Billing
- Recurring Billing: Subscriptions automatically renew monthly on the same day each month
- Payment Processing: Handled securely by Stripe (we never see or store your credit card details)
- Failed Payments: May result in subscription suspension until payment is resolved
- Price Changes: You will be notified at least 30 days in advance of any price increases
- Currency: All prices are in USD
4.4 Cancellation
You may cancel your subscription at any time:
- Cancel through the Stripe customer portal (accessed via the extension)
- Email support@daplinks.com to request cancellation
- Access to premium features continues until the end of your current billing period
- No refunds for partial months
- Your local data is NOT deleted when you cancel - your bookmarks, tasks, and settings remain on your device
4.5 Refund Policy
Due to the digital nature of our service and the 7-day free trial period:
- Generally, payments are non-refundable after the trial period ends
- Refunds may be granted on a case-by-case basis for technical issues that prevent service use
- Contact support@daplinks.com within 7 days of billing to request a refund
- We will investigate and respond to refund requests within 5 business days
4.6 EU Consumer Rights (Right of Withdrawal)
For European Union Customers:
Under the EU Consumer Rights Directive, you have the right to withdraw from your purchase within 14 days without giving any reason.
Withdrawal Period: 14 days from the date of subscription purchase.
How to Exercise Withdrawal Right:
- Email us at: support@daplinks.com
- State clearly that you wish to withdraw from the subscription contract
- Include your account email address
- We will process your refund within 14 days using the same payment method
Exception - Loss of Withdrawal Right:
By starting your subscription and accessing premium features immediately after purchase, you expressly agree to the immediate provision of digital content and acknowledge that you thereby lose your right of withdrawal once the service has been fully performed (after the first month).
Free Trial: During the 7-day free trial, you can cancel at any time with no charges. The 14-day withdrawal period applies to paid subscription periods.
5. Local Data Storage and Your Responsibilities
5.1 Local Storage Model
DapLinks stores your personal data locally on your device:
- Your Responsibility: You are responsible for backing up your bookmarks and data
- Export Feature: Use the export feature to create backups of your data
- No Cloud Sync: We do not offer cross-device synchronization. Each browser installation has its own local database
- Data Loss: Uninstalling the extension or clearing browser data will delete your local data. We cannot recover it
- Browser Issues: We are not responsible for data loss due to browser crashes, updates, or corruption
5.2 Manual Data Transfer
To transfer data between devices or browsers:
- Export your data from the source browser using the export feature
- Import the exported file into the destination browser
- Both export and import features are available in extension settings
6. AI Features
6.1 Optional AI Capabilities
DapLinks offers optional AI-powered features that require an OpenAI API key:
- Your API Key: You must provide your own OpenAI API key
- OpenAI Costs: You are responsible for any costs incurred from OpenAI API usage
- Data Sharing: When you use AI features, your bookmark data is sent to OpenAI for processing
- OpenAI Terms: Your use of AI features is subject to OpenAI's Terms of Service
- No Warranty: We do not guarantee the accuracy or quality of AI-generated suggestions
6.2 AI Feature Disclaimer
AI features are provided "as is" without warranty. You acknowledge that:
- AI suggestions may be inaccurate, incomplete, or inappropriate
- You are responsible for reviewing and verifying all AI-generated content
- We are not liable for decisions made based on AI suggestions
- AI features depend on OpenAI's service availability
7. Acceptable Use
7.1 You Agree NOT To:
- Use the Service for any illegal purpose or to violate any laws
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our authentication servers or systems
- Reverse engineer, decompile, disassemble, or attempt to derive source code from the extension
- Remove or alter any proprietary notices or labels
- Upload or transmit malicious code, viruses, or harmful content
- Impersonate others or provide false information
- Share your account credentials with others
- Resell, redistribute, or sublicense the Service
- Use the Service to spam, harass, or harm others
- Attempt to circumvent subscription controls or payment systems
- Create multiple accounts to abuse the free trial
7.2 Consequences of Violation
Violation of these terms may result in:
- Immediate account suspension or termination without refund
- Revocation of access to premium features
- Legal action if necessary to protect our rights or comply with law
8. Intellectual Property
8.1 Our Rights
DapLinks, including all content, features, functionality, software code, designs, logos, and trademarks, are owned by us and protected by copyright, trademark, patent, and other intellectual property laws.
8.2 Limited License
We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to:
- Install and use the DapLinks extension on devices you own or control
- Access premium features during an active subscription
8.3 Your Content
- You Retain Ownership: You retain all ownership rights to content you create (bookmarks, notes, tasks, folders)
- Local Storage: Your content is stored locally on your device. We do not claim any rights to it
- Authentication Data: By creating an account, you grant us the right to store your email address and authentication data to provide account services
- Deletion: You can delete your content at any time by using the extension's delete features or uninstalling the extension
9. Data and Privacy
Your use of DapLinks is governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference. Key points:
- Local Storage: Your bookmarks, tasks, analytics, and personal data are stored locally on your device
- Server Data: Only your email address, password hash, and subscription status are stored on our servers
- No Tracking: We do not track your browsing history or collect usage analytics
- No Data Sale: We never sell or rent your personal information
- Your Rights: You can export, delete, or request your server-stored data at any time
10. Service Availability
10.1 Uptime and Availability
We strive to maintain high availability for authentication and subscription services, but we do not guarantee uninterrupted service. The Service may be unavailable due to:
- Scheduled maintenance (we'll provide advance notice when possible)
- Emergency maintenance or security updates
- Third-party service outages (Stripe, hosting providers)
- Network issues or events beyond our control
10.2 Extension Functionality
Because your data is stored locally, most extension features (bookmarks, tasks, tab management, ad blocking) will continue to work even if our servers are unavailable. Only authentication and subscription verification require server connectivity.
10.3 Changes to Service
We reserve the right to:
- Add, modify, or discontinue features (with reasonable notice for major changes)
- Update the extension to fix bugs or improve performance
- Change pricing with at least 30 days notice to existing subscribers
- Discontinue the Service entirely (with at least 90 days notice and option for prorated refunds)
11. Disclaimers and Limitations of Liability
11.1 "AS IS" Service
DAPLINKS IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:
- Merchantability
- Fitness for a particular purpose
- Non-infringement
- Accuracy, completeness, or reliability of the Service
- Security or error-free operation
- That defects will be corrected
11.2 Data Loss Disclaimer
Because DapLinks stores data locally on your device, we are not responsible for data loss due to:
- Browser crashes, updates, or data corruption
- Extension uninstallation or removal
- Browser data clearing or reset
- Device failure, loss, or theft
- Failure to export backups
- Operating system updates or issues
You are solely responsible for backing up your data using the export feature.
11.3 Limitation of Liability
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, DAPLINKS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR:
- Loss of data, profits, revenue, or business opportunities
- Indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages
- Service interruptions, errors, or bugs
- Actions of third parties (OpenAI, Stripe, hosting providers)
- Unauthorized access to or alteration of your local data
- Statements or conduct of any third party
OUR TOTAL LIABILITY TO YOU SHALL NOT EXCEED THE AMOUNT YOU PAID TO DAPLINKS IN THE 12 MONTHS PRECEDING THE CLAIM.
11.4 Ad Blocking Disclaimer
The ad blocking feature is provided as-is. We do not guarantee:
- That all ads will be blocked on all websites
- Compatibility with all websites
- That websites won't implement ad-block detection
Some websites may restrict access if ad blocking is detected. We are not responsible for any access restrictions.
12. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless DapLinks, its officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, or expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising from:
- Your use or misuse of the Service
- Your violation of these Terms
- Your violation of any third-party rights, including intellectual property rights
- Your violation of any applicable laws or regulations
- Any content you create or store using the Service
13. Third-Party Services
DapLinks integrates with third-party services. Your use of these services is subject to their respective terms and policies:
We are not responsible for the actions, policies, or services of these third parties.
14. Termination
14.1 Termination By You
You may terminate your account at any time by:
- Canceling your subscription through the Stripe customer portal
- Emailing support@daplinks.com to request account deletion
- Uninstalling the extension (this deletes local data but does not delete your account)
14.2 Termination By Us
We may suspend or terminate your account if:
- You violate these Terms or our Privacy Policy
- Your account is inactive for over 2 years
- Payment fails repeatedly and you don't update your payment method
- We are required to do so by law
- You engage in fraudulent activity or abuse the Service
14.3 Effect of Termination
- Server Data: Your email address and authentication data will be deleted from our servers within 30 days
- Local Data: Your local data (bookmarks, tasks, etc.) remains on your device until you uninstall the extension or clear browser data
- Subscription: Access to premium features ends immediately (or at the end of the billing period if you cancel)
- No Refunds: No refunds for remaining subscription time, except as required by law (e.g., EU withdrawal rights)
- Export Window: You have 30 days to export your data before we delete your account from our servers
15. Dispute Resolution
15.1 Informal Resolution
If you have a dispute, please contact us first at support@daplinks.com. We'll work in good faith to resolve it within 30 days.
15.2 Arbitration Agreement
If informal resolution fails, you agree that disputes will be resolved through binding individual arbitration rather than in court, except for:
- Small claims court actions (if the claim qualifies)
- Intellectual property disputes
- Claims that can be brought in small claims court
15.3 Arbitration Procedure
- Arbitration will be conducted by the American Arbitration Association (AAA) under its Consumer Arbitration Rules
- The arbitrator's decision will be final and binding
- Arbitration will take place in your state or via video conference
- Each party pays their own costs unless the arbitrator awards costs to the prevailing party
15.4 Class Action Waiver
YOU AGREE TO RESOLVE DISPUTES INDIVIDUALLY, NOT AS PART OF A CLASS ACTION, COLLECTIVE ACTION, OR REPRESENTATIVE PROCEEDING. You may not consolidate or join your claim with claims of others.
15.5 EU Users - Dispute Resolution
If you are an EU resident, the above arbitration provisions do not apply to you. You may bring disputes in your local courts, and you have access to the European Commission's Online Dispute Resolution platform: ec.europa.eu/consumers/odr
16. Governing Law
These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the United States and the State of Delaware, without regard to conflict of law principles.
For EU Users: Nothing in these Terms affects your statutory rights as a consumer under EU law. EU consumer protection laws apply where relevant.
17. Changes to Terms
We may update these Terms from time to time to reflect:
- Changes in our Service or business practices
- Legal or regulatory requirements
- Security or technical improvements
Notification of Changes:
- Email notification to your registered email address
- In-app notification when you open the extension
- Updated "Last Updated" date at the top of this page
- For material changes, at least 30 days notice before they take effect
Continued use of the Service after changes take effect constitutes acceptance of the new Terms. If you don't agree to the changes, you must cancel your subscription and stop using the Service.
18. Miscellaneous
18.1 Entire Agreement
These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and DapLinks regarding the Service and supersede all prior agreements and understandings.
18.2 Severability
If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect.
18.3 No Waiver
Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms does not constitute a waiver of that right or provision.
18.4 Assignment
You may not assign or transfer these Terms or your account without our written consent. We may assign our rights and obligations without restriction (e.g., in connection with a merger or sale of assets).
18.5 Force Majeure
We are not liable for any failure or delay in performing obligations due to circumstances beyond our reasonable control, including 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.
18.6 Export Compliance
You agree to comply with all applicable export and import laws and regulations. You represent that you are not located in a country subject to U.S. embargo or designated as a "terrorist supporting" country, and that you are not on any U.S. list of prohibited or restricted parties.
18.7 Survival
Sections that by their nature should survive termination will survive, including: Intellectual Property, Disclaimers, Limitations of Liability, Indemnification, Dispute Resolution, and Governing Law.