Terms of Service

Last Updated: January 1, 2025

Thank you for using Santiao! Before using the service, please carefully read the following Terms of Service (hereinafter referred to as "these Terms").

1. Service Description

Santiao is a private messaging application that provides users with secure, encrypted instant messaging services. We are committed to protecting user privacy and providing a simple, efficient chat experience. This service includes:

• End-to-end encrypted message delivery
• File transfer functionality
• Multimedia messaging support
• Cross-platform synchronization

2. Account Registration

Using this service requires account registration. During registration, you need to:

• Be at least 18 years old (minors need parental consent to use)
• Provide true and valid registration information
• Set a secure account password
• Protect your account security and do not share your account with others

3. User Conduct Guidelines

You agree and promise to:

• Legal Use: Comply with applicable laws and regulations, and do not use this service for any illegal activities
• Respect Others: Do not harass, insult, or threaten other users
• Protect Privacy: Do not collect or disclose other users' personal information
• Content Standards: Do not spread obscene, violent, or terrorist content
• Network Security: Do not send spam or conduct network attacks

4. Prohibited Activities

The following activities are explicitly prohibited:

• Sending spam or commercial advertisements
• Impersonating others or organizations
• Distributing malware or viruses
• Engaging in fraudulent activities
• Infringing on others' intellectual property rights
• Engaging in any activities that may harm this service

5. Intellectual Property

Regarding intellectual property:

• The Santiao name, logo, design, and other intellectual property are owned by us
• Content created by users while using the service is owned by the users
• You grant us the necessary licenses to provide services

6. Service Changes and Termination

We reserve the right to:

• Service Adjustments: Adjust, modify, or discontinue services at any time
• Account Suspension: Restrict or terminate accounts of users who violate these Terms
• Content Removal: Delete violating content without prior notice

7. Disclaimer

To the maximum extent permitted by law:

• Services are provided "AS IS" without any express or implied warranties
• We are not responsible for any direct or indirect losses caused by using the service
• We are not responsible for third-party actions
• We are not responsible for service interruptions due to force majeure

8. Governing Law

The interpretation, execution, and dispute resolution of these Terms shall be governed by applicable laws. In case of disputes arising from these Terms, parties shall resolve them through friendly negotiation; if negotiation fails, either party may file a lawsuit in the people's court of the defendant's location.

9. Terms Updates

We may update these Terms from time to time. Updated terms will be posted on this page. We recommend you regularly review this page for the latest terms. Continuing to use the service constitutes your acceptance of the updated terms.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us:

• Email: [email protected]
• Support: [email protected]

Thank you for choosing Santiao! We hope you enjoy using our service!