Terms of Service

Simple terms for a simple app. Your rights and our commitments.

Last updated: June 21, 2025

Completely Free

No cost, no subscriptions, no hidden fees. Use it freely forever.

Open Source

Licensed under MIT. Modify, distribute, and contribute freely.

Simple Terms

No legal jargon. Clear, straightforward terms you can understand.

Agreement Overview

By downloading and using the Todo List desktop application, you agree to these terms. These terms are designed to be fair, simple, and protect both your rights as a user and our ability to continue developing this free, open-source software.

License and Usage Rights

The Todo List application is licensed under the MIT License, which grants you extensive rights:

  • Use: Install and use the software on any number of devices
  • Modify: Change the source code to suit your needs
  • Distribute: Share the original or modified software with others
  • Commercial Use: Use the software for commercial purposes without restriction
  • Private Use: Use the software for personal or private purposes

The full MIT License text is available in our GitHub repository.

What's Free and What's Not

✅ Always Free:

  • The complete Todo List desktop application
  • All current and future features
  • Software updates and bug fixes
  • Community support through Discord
  • Access to source code

There are no premium features, subscriptions, or paid versions. The entire application is and will remain completely free.

Acceptable Use

While we grant broad usage rights, we ask that you:

  • Use the software in a manner that complies with applicable laws
  • Do not attempt to reverse engineer the software for malicious purposes
  • Do not redistribute the software with malware or harmful modifications
  • Respect the open-source nature of the project when making modifications

We trust our users to use the software responsibly and in good faith.

Data Ownership and Responsibility

You retain complete ownership of your data:

  • Your data stays yours: All tasks, categories, and settings belong to you
  • Local storage only: We never access, store, or transmit your data
  • Backup responsibility: You are responsible for backing up your data
  • Data portability: Export your data anytime in JSON or CSV format

Software Warranty and Disclaimers

Important: This software is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind.

While we strive to create reliable software:

  • We cannot guarantee the software will be error-free or uninterrupted
  • We are not responsible for any data loss (please backup your data)
  • The software is provided without warranty of fitness for any particular purpose
  • Your use of the software is at your own risk

This is standard language for free software and helps us continue providing the app at no cost.

Limitation of Liability

As free software, we cannot be held liable for any damages arising from the use of the Todo List application. This includes but is not limited to data loss, system damage, or business interruption. By using the software, you acknowledge that you understand and accept this limitation.

Updates and Changes

Regarding software and terms updates:

  • Software updates: We may release updates to improve functionality and fix bugs
  • No forced updates: Updates are always optional and manually installed
  • Terms changes: We may update these terms and will notify users through our website
  • Continued use: Using updated versions constitutes acceptance of any new terms

Community and Support

We provide community support through:

Support is provided on a best-effort basis by volunteers and the development team.

Termination

You may stop using the Todo List application at any time by simply uninstalling it from your device. These terms will remain in effect for any copies of the software you continue to use or distribute. The open-source license grants you permanent rights that cannot be revoked.

Governing Law

These terms are governed by the laws of the jurisdiction where the software is developed. Any disputes will be resolved through appropriate legal channels in that jurisdiction. However, given the free and open-source nature of this software, we expect such situations to be extremely rare.

Contact and Questions

If you have questions about these terms, please contact us through:

Thank You for Using Todo List

We appreciate you choosing our free, open-source Todo List application. These terms are designed to be fair and protect everyone involved while keeping the focus on what matters most: helping you manage your tasks effectively.