Terms of Service
& User Agreement
Clear, fair terms that govern the use of these tools and services. Transparency and user-friendly policies are prioritized.
Welcome to Tools Are Cool
These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern the use of the Tools Are Cool website and services provided by Ember Sphere ("Tools Are Cool"). By accessing or using the services, you agree to be bound by these Terms.
The short version: Free online tools are provided with a focus on privacy and user experience. These terms ensure a safe, respectful environment for everyone while protecting both your rights and the platform's.
Acceptance of Terms
By accessing, browsing, or using any of our tools or services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service and our Privacy Policy.
- ✓Legal Age: You must be at least 13 years old to use our services
- ✓Legal Capacity: You have the legal authority to enter into this agreement
- ✓Ongoing Agreement: These terms remain in effect while you use our services
If you do not agree to these terms, please discontinue use of our services immediately.
Description of Services
Tools Are Cool provides a variety of free online tools designed to assist users in development, design, text processing, finance, and productivity. The tools are accessible via web browsers and are built with a focus on user privacy and data security.
The right to modify or discontinue any tool or service at any time without prior notice is reserved. The right to restrict access to certain features or services to users who have not agreed to these Terms or who are in violation of these Terms is also reserved.
User Responsibilities
As a user of Tools Are Cool, you agree to use the tools and services only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. You agree not to use the services:
- In any way that violates any applicable federal, state, or local law or regulation.
- For the purpose of exploiting, harming, or attempting to exploit or harm minors in any way.
- To send, knowingly receive, upload, download, use, or re-use any material which does not comply with content standards.
- To transmit, or procure the sending of, any advertising or promotional material, including any "junk mail", "chain letter", "spam", or any other similar solicitation.
- To impersonate or attempt to impersonate Tools Are Cool, a Tools Are Cool representative, another user, or any other person or entity.
- In any way that violates the rights of others, or in any way that is unlawful, fraudulent, or harmful, or in connection with any unlawful, fraudulent, or harmful purpose or activity.
The right to terminate or restrict access to the services is reserved if these Terms are violated or if conduct is considered inappropriate or harmful.
Intellectual Property
All content, trademarks, and other intellectual property on the Tools Are Cool website and services are the property of Ember Sphere or its licensors. You may not use, reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works from any content or intellectual property without express written permission.
You retain ownership of any content you create using these tools, but you grant a perpetual, irrevocable, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, modify, publish, and distribute such content for the purpose of operating and promoting the services.
For any questions about intellectual property or to request permissions, please reach out.
Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, in no event shall Ember Sphere, its affiliates, or representatives be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including without limitation, loss of profits, data, use, goodwill, or other intangible losses, arising out of or in connection with access to or use of (or inability to access or use) the services.
In no event shall the total liability for all damages, losses, and causes of action exceed the amount paid, if any, for accessing or using the services.
This limitation of liability applies to the fullest extent permitted by law in the applicable jurisdiction.
Governing Law
These Terms of Service and any disputes arising out of or related to the services shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the jurisdiction in which Ember Sphere is located, without regard to its conflict of law principles.
You agree to submit to the personal jurisdiction of the courts located within that jurisdiction for the resolution of any disputes.
Changes to Terms
We may update these Terms of Service from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new Terms on this page and updating the "Last updated" date at the top.
Your continued use of our services after any such changes constitutes your acceptance of the new Terms. If you do not agree to the new Terms, you must stop using the services.
Contact Us & Terms Updates
📞 Get in Touch
Send your legal questions directly to: contact@toolsarecool.com
Submit questions about our terms or legal concerns via email to our contact address.
For general support and questions, visit our Contact page or email us directly.
🔄 Terms Updates
We notify users of significant terms changes via prominent banners on our website. We do not send email notifications as we don't collect email addresses.
Key recent updates: clarified how client-side processing protects your data, updated cookie and analytics descriptions, and strengthened our statements about data protection. See the "Last updated" date at the top for the effective version.
Tell us if the terms are clear or suggest improvements — your feedback helps us stay transparent. Email us your thoughts.
The Commitment to You
These terms are designed to create a fair, transparent relationship between the platform and its users. There is a commitment to providing excellent service while respecting your rights and privacy. If you have any questions about these terms, support is always here to help.