Terms of Service - Starpass Generator

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using Starpass Generator, you confirm you are at least 13 years old and agree to these Terms, subject to the GPLv3 governing the source code. We may update these Terms, with changes noted by the "Last Updated" date. Continued use after updates constitutes acceptance, alongside your obligations under the GPLv3.

2. Description of Services

Starpass Generator is a client-side, browser-based tool that works offline and can be installed as a Progressive Web App (PWA) for offline use. It allows you to:

• Generate passwords with customizable length and character types (lowercase, uppercase, numbers, special characters).
• Create passphrases using a specified number of words, with options for separators, capitalization, and appended numbers or special characters.
• Produce usernames by combining words with optional number suffixes and case settings.
• Analyze the strength of generated credentials (feature in development).

All processing occurs locally in your browser. The source code is available at GitHub under the GPLv3.

3. User Responsibilities

You agree to use Starpass Generator lawfully, secure your generated credentials, and comply with international and Bangladeshi laws, including the Cyber Security Act, 2023. Contributions to the codebase via GitHub are encouraged, provided they adhere to the GPLv3 and do not exploit the service (e.g., malicious code or unauthorized use). We are not responsible for misuse of generated credentials.

4. Privacy and Data Handling

Starpass Generator operates with a zero-knowledge architecture. All password, passphrase, and username generation, including strength analysis, occurs locally in your browser, even when installed as a PWA. We do not collect, store, or transmit:

• Your generated credentials.
• Personal information (e.g., name, email, IP address) unless you voluntarily provide it (e.g., via support requests).
• Usage data, cookies, or analytics.

If you contact us, any information provided will be handled securely and used only to address your query, with minimal retention.

5. Beta Status and Limitations

As a beta, not-for-profit application, Starpass Generator may contain bugs, incomplete features (e.g., strength analysis, save functionality), or performance issues, including with PWA installation or offline functionality. It is provided "as is" without guarantees of stability or compatibility across all devices and browsers. Use it at your own risk, and expect potential updates or discontinuation as development progresses.

6. Intellectual Property

Starpass Generator is open-source under the GPLv3. You may use, modify, and distribute the code freely, subject to the license terms, which require distributing source code under the same license. Visit the repository at https://github.com/Samin-yasar/Starpass.

7. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Starpass Generator, its developer (Samin Yasar), and affiliates shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of the Services, including but not limited to security breaches, reliance on generated credentials, or issues with PWA installation or offline use. This not-for-profit app is provided "as is" under the GPLv3, which disclaims all warranties, and no liability is assumed by the developer.

8. Termination

We may suspend or terminate access if you use Starpass Generator for illegal activities or exploit the service (e.g., malicious intent). This does not affect your rights under the GPLv3 to use, modify, or distribute the code.

9. Governing Law

You must comply with international laws and the laws of Bangladesh, including the Cyber Security Act, 2023, when using Starpass Generator. While these Terms are informed by Bangladeshi law, we encourage global collaboration, and disputes are best resolved amicably or via GitHub’s processes.

10. Contact Us

For support, contact us at:

11. PWA Installation

Starpass Generator can be installed as a Progressive Web App (PWA) for offline use via supported browsers (e.g., Chrome, Edge) by following the installation prompt. This enables local credential generation without an internet connection, leveraging your device’s storage. However, you are responsible for:

• Ensuring your browser and device support PWA installation and updates.
• Securing stored data, as the PWA may cache generated credentials locally, which could be accessed if your device is compromised.
• Monitoring storage usage, as excessive caching may impact device performance.
• Uninstalling theétude
• the PWA if issues arise, using your browser’s settings.

We do not guarantee PWA compatibility, stability, or security, and you use this feature at your own risk.

12. Changes to the Service

We may update Starpass Generator’s features or interface, including PWA functionality. Changes will be reflected in the app, this Terms document, or the GitHub repository. Community input is welcome via GitHub.

13. Entire Agreement

These Terms, alongside the GPLv3, form the entire agreement. If any provision is invalid, the remaining terms and license terms remain in effect.