Terms of Service

Last updated: January 25, 2025

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using Burn the Secret, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree to these terms, you must immediately cease using our service. We reserve the right to modify these terms at any time, and your continued use constitutes acceptance of any changes.

2. Description of Service

Burn the Secret provides a secure way to share sensitive information through encrypted, self-destructing links. Our service allows you to share passwords, API keys, files, and other confidential data with recipients who can view the content only once before it is permanently deleted.

3. Prohibited Content and Activities

You are strictly prohibited from using Burn the Secret to store, share, transmit, or link to any of the following:

  • Illegal Content: Any content that violates local, state, national, or international law, including but not limited to content related to illegal drugs, weapons, fraud, or other criminal activities.
  • Pirated Material: Copyrighted content shared without authorization, including software, movies, music, books, games, or any other protected intellectual property.
  • Adult or Sexual Content: Pornography, sexually explicit material, obscene content, or any material depicting sexual acts or nudity.
  • Child Exploitation Material: Any content depicting minors in sexual situations or any form of child abuse material. This will be reported to authorities immediately.
  • Malicious Content: Viruses, malware, ransomware, spyware, trojans, or any code designed to harm systems or steal data.
  • Phishing or Scams: Content designed to deceive users, steal credentials, or perpetrate fraud.
  • Malicious Links: Links to websites containing malware, phishing pages, illegal content, or sites designed to harm visitors.
  • Harassment or Threats: Content that harasses, threatens, stalks, or intimidates any individual or group.
  • Hate Speech: Content that promotes hatred, discrimination, or violence against individuals or groups based on race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, or any other protected characteristic.
  • Violence or Gore: Graphic violence, gore, or content depicting real-world harm to humans or animals.
  • Stolen Data or Credentials: Data obtained through unauthorized access, data breaches, or hacking activities.
  • Doxxing: Personal information shared with intent to harass, harm, or enable others to harm an individual.
  • Terrorism Content: Content promoting, supporting, or inciting terrorist activities or violent extremism.
  • Self-Harm Content: Content promoting or encouraging suicide, self-harm, or eating disorders.

This list is not exhaustive. We reserve the right to determine what constitutes prohibited content and to take action accordingly.

4. Zero Tolerance Policy

Burn the Secret maintains a zero tolerance policy for illegal, harmful, or immoral content. Violation of these terms may result in immediate termination of access, deletion of content, and reporting to appropriate law enforcement authorities. We cooperate fully with law enforcement investigations and will provide any available information when legally required.

5. Content Responsibility

You are solely responsible for the content you share through Burn the Secret. While our encryption prevents us from routinely viewing content, we reserve the right to investigate reported abuse and cooperate with legal authorities. You warrant that you have the legal right to share any content you transmit and that such content does not violate any laws or these Terms of Service.

6. Reporting Violations

If you become aware of any content or activity that violates these Terms of Service, please report it immediately to hello@burnthesecret.com. We take all reports seriously and will investigate promptly.

7. Limitation of Liability

Burn the Secret is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind, express or implied. We are not liable for any damages arising from your use of the service, including but not limited to data loss, security breaches, service interruptions, or any harm caused by content shared by users. You use this service at your own risk.

8. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Burn the Secret, its operators, affiliates, and employees from any claims, damages, losses, or expenses arising from your use of the service or violation of these Terms of Service.

9. Termination

We reserve the right to terminate or suspend your access to Burn the Secret at any time, for any reason, without prior notice. This includes but is not limited to violations of these Terms of Service.

10. Governing Law

These Terms of Service shall be governed by and construed in accordance with applicable laws. Any disputes arising from these terms or your use of Burn the Secret shall be resolved in the appropriate courts.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us at hello@burnthesecret.com. For abuse reports, contact hello@burnthesecret.com.