Terms of Service

Last updated: February 2026

These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your use of the Snitch alert monitoring service ("Service") operated by Snitch ("we", "us", or "our").

By accessing or using the Service, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, please do not use the Service.

1. Description of Service

Snitch is an alert monitoring service that allows you to:

  • Monitor Telegram channels for specific keywords
  • Receive real-time alerts when keywords are detected
  • Translate messages using third-party translation services
  • Manage monitoring through a web dashboard
  • Receive notifications via various channels (dashboard, Telegram, webhooks)

2. Account Registration

2.1 Eligibility

You must be at least 13 years old to use this Service. By using the Service, you represent that you meet this requirement.

2.2 Account Security

You are responsible for:

  • Maintaining the security of your account credentials
  • All activities that occur under your account
  • Notifying us immediately of any unauthorized access

2.3 Accurate Information

You agree to provide accurate and complete information when creating your account and to keep this information updated.

3. Acceptable Use

3.1 Permitted Uses

You may use the Service for:

  • Personal monitoring of public or accessible channels
  • Business intelligence and market monitoring
  • News and media monitoring
  • Security and threat monitoring
  • Any other lawful purpose

3.2 Prohibited Uses

You may NOT use the Service to:

  • Violate any laws or regulations
  • Infringe on intellectual property rights
  • Harass, stalk, or harm individuals
  • Distribute spam or malicious content
  • Circumvent rate limits or abuse the service
  • Reverse engineer or attempt to extract source code
  • Impersonate others or misrepresent your identity
  • Monitor channels without proper authorization
  • Violate Telegram's Terms of Service

4. Third-Party Services

4.1 Telegram

The Service integrates with Telegram. You must comply with Telegram's Terms of Service when using Telegram features.

4.2 Translation Services

If you use translation features, messages are sent to third-party translation providers (DeepL or Google Translate). Their respective terms apply.

4.3 OAuth Providers

If you sign in using Google, GitHub, Discord, or Microsoft, you must comply with their respective terms of service.

5. Subscription and Billing

5.1 Free Tier

A free tier is available with limited features. Free accounts may have restrictions on channels, keywords, and alert storage.

5.2 Paid Subscriptions

Paid subscriptions are billed monthly or annually. By subscribing, you authorize us to charge your payment method on a recurring basis.

5.3 Cancellation

You may cancel your subscription at any time. Access continues until the end of the current billing period. No refunds for partial periods.

5.4 Price Changes

We may change prices with 30 days notice. Continued use after the effective date constitutes acceptance of new prices.

6. Intellectual Property

6.1 Our Property

The Service, including its design, code, and content, is owned by us and protected by intellectual property laws.

6.2 Your Content

You retain ownership of your configuration data (channels, keywords, etc.). You grant us a license to use this data to provide the Service.

6.3 Monitored Content

Messages from Telegram channels are the property of their original authors. We provide access to this content solely for your monitoring purposes.

7. Data and Privacy

Your privacy is important to us. Please review our Privacy Policy for information about how we collect, use, and protect your data.

8. Service Availability

8.1 Uptime

We strive for high availability but do not guarantee uninterrupted service. Scheduled maintenance will be announced when possible.

8.2 Modifications

We may modify, suspend, or discontinue any part of the Service at any time. We will provide notice for significant changes affecting paid subscribers.

9. Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW:

THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND
WE ARE NOT LIABLE FOR INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES
OUR TOTAL LIABILITY IS LIMITED TO THE AMOUNT YOU PAID IN THE PAST 12 MONTHS
WE ARE NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR THIRD-PARTY SERVICES OR CONTENT

10. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold us harmless from claims arising from:

  • Your use of the Service
  • Your violation of these Terms
  • Your violation of third-party rights
  • Content you access through the Service

11. Termination

11.1 By You

You may terminate your account at any time through account settings or by contacting us.

11.2 By Us

We may suspend or terminate your account for:

  • Violation of these Terms
  • Suspected fraudulent or illegal activity
  • Non-payment of fees
  • Extended inactivity

11.3 Effect of Termination

Upon termination:

  • Your access to the Service ends immediately
  • Your data may be deleted according to our retention policy
  • Outstanding fees remain due
  • Provisions that should survive termination will continue

12. Dispute Resolution

12.1 Informal Resolution

Before initiating formal proceedings, you agree to contact us and attempt to resolve the dispute informally for at least 30 days.

12.2 Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of Denmark, without regard to conflict of law principles.

13. Changes to Terms

We may update these Terms periodically. We will notify you of material changes by posting the new Terms and updating the "Last updated" date. Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance.

14. Miscellaneous

14.1 Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and us.

14.2 Severability

If any provision is found unenforceable, the remaining provisions continue in effect.

14.3 No Waiver

Our failure to enforce a right does not waive that right.

14.4 Assignment

You may not assign these Terms. We may assign them in connection with a merger or sale.

15. Contact Us

For questions about these Terms, please contact us:

  • Email: support@snitch.fyi
  • Through the support feature in the application

By using Snitch, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service.