Terms of Service for M3U8Player

Last Updated: January 2025

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using M3U8Player ("we," "our," "us," or the "Service") at https://m3u8-player.net, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you disagree with any part of these Terms, you may not access or use our Service.

These Terms apply to all visitors, users, and others who access or use the Service. By using the Service, you represent that you are at least 13 years of age and have the legal capacity to enter into these Terms.

2. Description of Service

M3U8Player provides a free, browser-based platform for:

Playing M3U8/HLS video streams online
Downloading M3U8 videos to your local device
Converting M3U8 streams to MP4 and other formats
Accessing educational resources and tutorials about M3U8/HLS technology

Key Feature: All video processing occurs entirely within your browser using client-side technologies. We do not upload, store, or have access to any video content you process through our Service.

3. Acceptable Use Policy

3.1 Permitted Use

You may use our Service for lawful purposes only. You agree to use the Service in compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and these Terms.

3.2 Prohibited Uses

You agree NOT to use the Service to:

Violate Intellectual Property Rights: Download, convert, or distribute copyrighted content without proper authorization
Access Restricted Content: Bypass geo-restrictions, DRM, or other access controls
Engage in Illegal Activities: Use the Service for any unlawful purpose or to solicit others to perform unlawful acts
Harm Others: Transmit viruses, malware, or any code of a destructive nature
Overload Systems: Use automated systems or software to extract data from the Service (scraping, crawling, etc.)
Misrepresent: Impersonate any person or entity or falsely state your affiliation
Commercial Exploitation: Resell or commercially exploit the Service without authorization
Circumvent Security: Attempt to probe, scan, or test the vulnerability of our systems
Interfere with Service: Disrupt or interfere with the Service or servers/networks connected to it

3.3 Content Responsibility

You are solely responsible for:

Ensuring you have the right to access and process any content through our Service
Complying with the terms of service of the content sources
Respecting copyright and other intellectual property rights
Any consequences arising from your use of the Service

4. Intellectual Property Rights

4.1 Our Intellectual Property

The Service and its original content (excluding user-processed content), features, and functionality are and will remain the exclusive property of M3U8Player and its licensors. The Service is protected by copyright, trademark, and other laws. Our trademarks and trade dress may not be used without our prior written consent.

4.2 Open Source Components

Our Service utilizes open-source software including:

HLS.js: Licensed under Apache License 2.0
FFmpeg.wasm: Licensed under LGPL 2.1
Other open-source libraries with their respective licenses

4.3 User Content

You retain all rights to the content you process through our Service. We do not claim any ownership rights to your content. However, you grant us a limited license to use any feedback or suggestions you provide to improve our Service.

4.4 DMCA Compliance

We respect intellectual property rights and will respond to valid DMCA takedown notices. If you believe content accessible through our Service infringes your copyright, please contact us at: dmca@m3u8-player.net

5. Privacy and Data Protection

Your use of our Service is also governed by our Privacy Policy. Please review our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use, and protect your information.

Key points:

We do not collect personal information unless you contact us
All video processing happens in your browser
We use cookies for analytics and preferences
We do not sell your data to third parties

6. Third-Party Services and Links

6.1 External Content

Our Service allows you to process content from third-party sources. We are not responsible for:

The availability or accuracy of third-party content
The practices or policies of third-party websites
Any loss or damage caused by your reliance on third-party content

6.2 Third-Party Terms

When processing content from third-party sources, you must comply with their terms of service. We are not liable for any violations of third-party terms.

6.3 Advertisements

We may display advertisements on our Service. Your interactions with advertisers are solely between you and the advertiser.

7. Disclaimers and Warranties

7.1 "As Is" Service

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

MERCHANTABILITY
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE
NON-INFRINGEMENT
ACCURACY OR RELIABILITY OF INFORMATION
UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR-FREE OPERATION

7.2 No Guarantee

We do not guarantee that:

The Service will meet your requirements
The Service will be uninterrupted, timely, secure, or error-free
Results obtained from the Service will be accurate or reliable
Any errors in the Service will be corrected

7.3 Use at Your Own Risk

Your use of the Service and any content processed through it is at your sole risk. You are responsible for any damage to your computer system or loss of data.

8. Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, IN NO EVENT SHALL M3U8PLAYER, ITS OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, OR AGENTS BE LIABLE FOR:

Indirect Damages: Any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages
Lost Profits: Loss of profits, revenue, or data
Service Interruption: Damages arising from interruption or cessation of the Service
Third-Party Actions: Actions of third parties or content from third-party sources
Force Majeure: Events beyond our reasonable control

OUR TOTAL LIABILITY SHALL NOT EXCEED THE AMOUNT YOU HAVE PAID US IN THE PAST TWELVE MONTHS OR $100, WHICHEVER IS LESS.

Some jurisdictions do not allow exclusion of certain warranties or limitations of liability, so some of the above may not apply to you.

9. Indemnification

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless M3U8Player and its officers, directors, employees, contractors, agents, licensors, and suppliers from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, judgments, awards, losses, costs, expenses, or fees (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of or relating to:

Your violation of these Terms
Your violation of any third-party rights, including intellectual property rights
Your use or misuse of the Service
Any content you process through the Service
Your violation of any applicable laws or regulations

10. Termination

10.1 Termination by You

You may stop using our Service at any time without notice to us.

10.2 Termination by Us

We may terminate or suspend your access to the Service immediately, without prior notice or liability, for any reason, including:

Breach of these Terms
Request by law enforcement or government agencies
Extended periods of inactivity
Fraudulent or illegal activities
Technical or security issues

10.3 Effect of Termination

Upon termination:

Your right to use the Service will cease immediately
We may delete any data associated with your use
All provisions of these Terms that should survive termination will survive

11. Governing Law and Disputes

11.1 Governing Law

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

11.2 Dispute Resolution

Any disputes arising from these Terms or the Service shall be resolved through:

Informal Resolution: First attempting good faith negotiations
Binding Arbitration: If informal resolution fails, through binding arbitration under the rules of the American Arbitration Association
Small Claims: Either party may bring claims in small claims court if eligible

11.3 Class Action Waiver

You agree to resolve disputes with us on an individual basis and waive your right to participate in class actions, class arbitrations, or representative actions.

12. General Provisions

12.1 Entire Agreement

These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and M3U8Player regarding the Service and supersede all prior agreements.

12.2 Severability

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

12.3 Waiver

Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms will not be considered a waiver of those rights.

12.4 Assignment

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

12.5 Modifications

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

Posting the revised Terms on our website
Updating the "Last Updated" date
Displaying a notice on our homepage

Your continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the modified Terms.

13. Accessibility

We are committed to making our Service accessible to all users. If you have difficulty accessing any part of our Service, please contact us at accessibility@m3u8-player.net.

14. Export Controls

You agree to comply with all applicable export and re-export control laws and regulations, including the Export Administration Regulations maintained by the U.S. Department of Commerce.

15. Contact Information

For questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us:

M3U8Player
Website: https://m3u8-player.net
Email: support@m3u8-player.net
Legal Inquiries: legal@m3u8-player.net

For copyright concerns: dmca@m3u8-player.net
For privacy concerns: privacy@m3u8-player.net
For technical support: support@m3u8-player.net

Disclaimer: This Terms of Service is a template for informational purposes. Consult with a qualified attorney for legal advice specific to your situation.

By using M3U8Player, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. Thank you for choosing M3U8Player!