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Terms of Service

Last updated: November 29, 2025

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using Website Defender ("the Service"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use the Service.

2. Description of Service

Website Defender is a passive security scanning service that analyzes websites for vulnerabilities, misconfigurations, and security issues. The Service includes:

  • Free one-time website security scans
  • Paid subscription plans with ongoing monitoring
  • Security reports and recommendations
  • Email alerts for new findings

3. Account Registration

To access certain features, you must create an account. You agree to:

  • Provide accurate and complete registration information
  • Maintain the security of your account credentials
  • Notify us immediately of any unauthorized access
  • Accept responsibility for all activities under your account

4. Acceptable Use

You agree to use the Service only for lawful purposes. You must:

  • Only scan domains you own or have explicit permission to scan.Unauthorized scanning of third-party websites may violate laws and these Terms.
  • Not attempt to circumvent rate limits or usage restrictions
  • Not use the Service to harass, abuse, or harm others
  • Not reverse engineer or attempt to extract source code
  • Not resell or redistribute the Service without authorization

Domain Verification

For paid subscription plans, you must verify ownership of domains you wish to monitor. Verification methods include DNS TXT records, HTML meta tags, or file upload. We reserve the right to suspend scanning if ownership cannot be verified.

5. Free Scans

Free scans are provided subject to the following conditions:

  • Limited to 5 scans per IP address per hour
  • Results are stored for 48 hours only
  • Reduced scan depth compared to paid plans
  • We may modify or discontinue free scans at any time

6. Subscription and Billing

Plans and Pricing

Paid plans are billed monthly or annually. Current pricing is displayed on our website and may be updated with 30 days notice to existing subscribers.

Payment

Payment is processed by Stripe. By subscribing, you authorize us to charge your payment method on a recurring basis. You are responsible for keeping payment information current.

Cancellation

You may cancel your subscription at any time through your account settings. Cancellation takes effect at the end of the current billing period. No prorated refunds are provided for unused time.

Refunds

We offer a 14-day free trial for new users. If you are dissatisfied within the first 14 days of a paid subscription, contact us for a full refund. After 14 days, refunds are provided at our discretion.

7. Service Availability

We strive to maintain high availability but do not guarantee uninterrupted service. The Service may be temporarily unavailable due to:

  • Scheduled maintenance (with advance notice when possible)
  • Emergency repairs or security updates
  • Factors beyond our control (e.g., internet outages)

8. Intellectual Property

The Service, including its code, design, features, and documentation, is owned by Website Defender and protected by intellectual property laws. You may not:

  • Copy, modify, or create derivative works
  • Reverse engineer or decompile the Service
  • Remove or alter proprietary notices
  • Use our trademarks without permission

9. Disclaimers

THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED.

We specifically disclaim:

  • No guarantee of security: Our scans identify known vulnerabilities but cannot guarantee your website is secure. New vulnerabilities may exist that our scans do not detect.
  • No guarantee of accuracy: While we strive for accuracy, scan results may contain false positives or miss certain issues.
  • Passive scanning limitations: Our passive approach means we cannot detect all vulnerability types. We do not perform active exploitation or authenticated testing.

10. Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, WEBSITE DEFENDER SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR:

  • Any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages
  • Loss of profits, data, or business opportunities
  • Security breaches or attacks on your website
  • Actions taken based on scan results

Our total liability shall not exceed the amount you paid us in the 12 months preceding the claim.

11. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Website Defender from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from:

  • Your use of the Service
  • Your violation of these Terms
  • Scanning websites without authorization
  • Your website's security vulnerabilities

12. Termination

We may suspend or terminate your account if you:

  • Violate these Terms of Service
  • Engage in fraudulent or illegal activity
  • Abuse the Service or other users
  • Fail to pay subscription fees

Upon termination, your right to use the Service ceases immediately. We may retain your data as required by law.

13. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of England and Wales. Any disputes shall be resolved in the courts of England and Wales.

14. Changes to Terms

We may modify these Terms at any time. Material changes will be communicated via email or website notice at least 30 days before taking effect. Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance.

15. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found unenforceable, the remaining provisions remain in full effect.

16. Contact

For questions about these Terms, contact us: