Terms of Service

CutlCA Terms of Service

Effective Date: May 21, 2026
Last Updated: May 21, 2026

Welcome to CutlCA — a privacy-first URL shortening and link management platform. By accessing or using our website and services at https://cutl.ca (“Services”), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service (“Terms”).

These Terms are informed by industry standards used by leading platforms adapted for CutlCA’s privacy-focused Canadian offering.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using CutlCA, you confirm that:

  • You are at least 18 years old (or legal age in your jurisdiction)
  • You agree to comply with these Terms
  • You will use the Services only for lawful purposes

If you do not agree, you must not use the Services.

2. Description of Services

CutlCA provides:

  • URL shortening
  • Branded/custom links
  • QR code generation
  • Link analytics and tracking
  • Campaign and link management tools

We may update, modify, or discontinue features at any time.

3. User Accounts

To access certain features, you may need to create an account.

You agree to:

  • Provide accurate and complete information
  • Maintain the confidentiality of your login credentials
  • Be responsible for all activities under your account

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate these Terms.

4. Acceptable Use Policy

You agree NOT to use CutlCA to create, distribute, or promote content that:

Illegal or Harmful Content

  • Violates any law or regulation
  • Promotes violence, hate, or discrimination
  • Involves exploitation or abuse

Malicious Activity

  • Phishing, scams, or fraud
  • Malware, spyware, or harmful code
  • Deceptive redirects or cloaking

Spam and Abuse

  • Bulk unsolicited messaging (spam)
  • Manipulating analytics or clicks
  • Abusing referral systems

Restricted Content

  • Adult content where prohibited
  • Misleading advertising
  • Impersonation of individuals or brands

CutlCA may investigate and take action against violations, including:

  • Disabling links
  • Removing content
  • Suspending accounts
  • Reporting to authorities

5. Link Moderation and Safety

As a URL shortening service, CutlCA actively monitors for abuse.

We reserve the right to:

  • Review and scan links for safety risks
  • Block or disable suspicious or harmful URLs
  • Apply automated or manual moderation

We are not responsible for the content of third-party websites accessed via shortened links.

6. User Content and Responsibility

You retain ownership of the links and content you create.

However, you grant CutlCA a limited license to:

  • Store, process, and display links
  • Provide analytics and reporting
  • Ensure platform security and integrity

You are solely responsible for:

  • The destination content of your links
  • Compliance with laws and regulations
  • Obtaining any necessary permissions

7. Analytics and Data

CutlCA provides analytics related to link usage, including:

  • Click counts
  • Geographic data (approximate)
  • Device and browser information
  • Referral sources

This data is provided “as-is” and may not be 100% accurate.

We reserve the right to limit or modify analytics features.

8. Paid Services and Billing

Some features may require payment.

By subscribing to paid plans, you agree:

  • To pay all applicable fees
  • That subscriptions may renew automatically unless cancelled
  • That fees are non-refundable unless required by law

Payments are processed through secure third-party providers.

9. Intellectual Property

All rights, title, and interest in the CutlCA platform, including:

  • Software
  • Branding
  • Design
  • Features

remain the exclusive property of CutlCA.

You may not:

  • Copy, modify, or reverse engineer the platform
  • Use our branding without permission
  • Resell or exploit the Services without authorization

10. Service Availability

We strive to provide reliable service, but we do not guarantee:

  • Continuous uptime
  • Error-free operation
  • Permanent availability of links

We may:

  • Modify or discontinue services
  • Perform maintenance
  • Restrict access without notice

11. Termination

We may suspend or terminate your access if:

  • You violate these Terms
  • You engage in abusive or illegal activity
  • Your use poses risk to the platform or others

You may stop using the Services at any time.

Certain provisions (e.g., liability, intellectual property) will survive termination.

12. Disclaimer of Warranties

The Services are provided “as is” and “as available.”

We disclaim all warranties, including:

  • Merchantability
  • Fitness for a particular purpose
  • Non-infringement
  • Accuracy of analytics data

Use of the Services is at your own risk.

13. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, CutlCA shall not be liable for:

  • Indirect or consequential damages
  • Loss of profits, data, or business
  • Unauthorized access or use
  • Third-party content accessed via links

Our total liability shall not exceed the amount you paid to us (if any) in the last 12 months.

14. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless CutlCA from any claims, damages, or liabilities arising from:

  • Your use of the Services
  • Your violation of these Terms
  • Your content or links

15. Third-Party Services

CutlCA may integrate with third-party services (e.g., payment providers, analytics tools).

We are not responsible for:

  • Third-party services
  • Their availability or security
  • Their privacy practices

16. Privacy

Your use of the Services is also governed by our Privacy Policy.

CutlCA follows a privacy-first approach, minimizing unnecessary data collection while ensuring platform security and analytics functionality.

17. Changes to Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time.

We will notify users of significant changes via:

  • Website notices
  • Email (if applicable)

Continued use of the Services after updates constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

18. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of Canada, and applicable provincial laws.

Any disputes shall be resolved in Canadian courts unless otherwise required by law.

19. Contact Information

If you have questions about these Terms, contact:

CutlCA Legal Team
Email: legal@cutl.ca
Website: https://cutl.ca

Summary

CutlCA provides a secure, privacy-first link management platform. By using our Services, you agree to use them responsibly, comply with applicable laws, and respect platform integrity.