Terms of Service

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using ScanTower ("the Service", "we", "us", or "our"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, you must not use the Service.

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Your continued use of the Service after such modifications constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.

2. Authorization and Permitted Use

2.1 Ownership Requirement

YOU MUST ONLY SCAN WEBSITES AND NETWORK INFRASTRUCTURE THAT YOU OWN OR FOR WHICH YOU HAVE EXPLICIT WRITTEN AUTHORIZATION. By using the Service to scan any website, domain, or network infrastructure, you represent and warrant that:

• You are the legal owner of the website, domain, or infrastructure being scanned; OR
• You have obtained explicit written permission from the legal owner to conduct security scans; AND
• You have obtained explicit written permission from the network owner or Internet Service Provider (ISP) to conduct port scans and network reconnaissance activities; AND
• Your use of the Service does not violate any applicable laws, regulations, or third-party rights.

2.2 Port Scanning Authorization

The Service includes port scanning capabilities that scan up to 1,000+ common network ports. PORT SCANNING WITHOUT AUTHORIZATION IS ILLEGAL IN MANY JURISDICTIONS. You acknowledge and agree that:

• You must have explicit authorization from the network owner and/or hosting provider before conducting port scans;
• You are solely responsible for ensuring you have proper authorization for all port scanning activities;
• Port scanning may be considered network reconnaissance or attempted intrusion in some jurisdictions;
• You will maintain written records of all authorizations obtained for port scanning activities.

2.3 Prohibited Uses

You agree NOT to use the Service to:

• Scan websites, domains, or infrastructure you do not own or have authorization to scan;
• Conduct unauthorized penetration testing or security assessments;
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any system, network, or data;
• Engage in any illegal activities or facilitate violations of any laws or regulations;
• Harass, abuse, or harm another person or entity;
• Distribute malware, viruses, or other malicious code;
• Interfere with or disrupt the Service or servers or networks connected to the Service;
• Circumvent any security features or access controls of the Service;
• Use the Service for competitive analysis or to build a similar service;
• Resell or redistribute the Service without explicit written permission.

3. Disclaimer of Warranties

THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

• MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT;
• ACCURACY, RELIABILITY, OR COMPLETENESS OF SCAN RESULTS;
• DETECTION OF ALL VULNERABILITIES, MALWARE, OR SECURITY ISSUES;
• PREVENTION OF SECURITY BREACHES, HACKS, OR EXPLOITS;
• UNINTERRUPTED, TIMELY, SECURE, OR ERROR-FREE OPERATION;
• RESULTS OBTAINED FROM USE OF THE SERVICE;
• CORRECTION OF DEFECTS OR ERRORS IN THE SERVICE.

WE DO NOT WARRANT THAT:

• The Service will detect all security vulnerabilities, threats, or malicious activity;
• Use of the Service will prevent security breaches or attacks;
• Scan results are complete, accurate, or current;
• The Service will meet your specific requirements or expectations;
• Any vulnerabilities identified will be exploitable or pose actual risk;
• The Service will be compatible with your systems or infrastructure.

YOU ACKNOWLEDGE THAT AUTOMATED SECURITY SCANNING HAS INHERENT LIMITATIONS AND CANNOT REPLACE PROFESSIONAL SECURITY AUDITS, PENETRATION TESTING, OR COMPREHENSIVE SECURITY PROGRAMS.

4. Limitation of Liability

4.1 No Liability for Security Incidents

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, WE SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES, LOSSES, OR HARM ARISING FROM OR RELATED TO:

• Security breaches, hacks, exploits, or unauthorized access to websites you scan;
• Vulnerabilities, malware, or security issues that were not detected by the Service;
• False positives or false negatives in scan results;
• Decisions made or actions taken based on scan results;
• Data breaches, data loss, or exposure of sensitive information;
• Downtime, service interruptions, or availability issues of scanned websites;
• Financial losses, lost profits, or business interruption;
• Reputational damage or loss of goodwill;
• Third-party claims arising from your use of the Service;
• Legal or regulatory compliance issues;
• Any scanning activities conducted without proper authorization.

4.2 Maximum Liability Cap

IN NO EVENT SHALL OUR TOTAL AGGREGATE LIABILITY TO YOU FOR ALL DAMAGES, LOSSES, AND CAUSES OF ACTION (WHETHER IN CONTRACT, TORT, INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE, OR OTHERWISE) EXCEED THE AMOUNT YOU PAID TO US IN THE TWELVE (12) MONTHS PRECEDING THE EVENT GIVING RISE TO LIABILITY, OR £100 (ONE HUNDRED POUNDS STERLING), WHICHEVER IS LESS.

4.3 Exclusion of Consequential Damages

IN NO EVENT SHALL WE BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, PUNITIVE, OR EXEMPLARY DAMAGES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

• Loss of profits, revenue, or business opportunities;
• Loss of data, goodwill, or reputation;
• Cost of substitute services or procurement;
• Business interruption or downtime;
• Personal injury or property damage;
• Emotional distress or mental anguish;

EVEN IF WE HAVE BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.

4.4 Basis of the Bargain

You acknowledge that the limitations of liability and disclaimers in these Terms reflect a reasonable allocation of risk and are a fundamental basis of the bargain between you and us. The Service would not be provided without these limitations.

5. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless ScanTower, its officers, directors, employees, agents, licensors, and suppliers from and against all losses, expenses, damages, and costs, including reasonable attorneys' fees, resulting from:

• Your violation of these Terms;
• Your scanning of websites, domains, or infrastructure without proper authorization;
• Unauthorized port scanning or network reconnaissance activities;
• Any illegal activities conducted using the Service;
• Your violation of any rights of any third party;
• Any claims by network owners, hosting providers, or ISPs regarding unauthorized scanning;
• Your violation of any applicable laws or regulations;
• Any content or data you submit to the Service.

6. Security Scanning Limitations

6.1 No Guarantee of Complete Detection

The Service uses automated scanning techniques that have inherent limitations. We do not guarantee that the Service will:

• Detect all vulnerabilities, malware, or security issues;
• Identify zero-day vulnerabilities or novel attack techniques;
• Discover all subdomains, certificates, or infrastructure;
• Detect all malicious scripts, card skimmers, or keyloggers;
• Identify all misconfigurations or security weaknesses;
• Provide real-time protection against evolving threats.

6.2 Not a Substitute for Professional Security

THE SERVICE IS A BASIC AUTOMATED SCANNING TOOL AND IS NOT A SUBSTITUTE FOR:

• Professional security audits and assessments;
• Comprehensive penetration testing;
• Manual security code reviews;
• Security Operations Center (SOC) monitoring;
• Incident response and forensics;
• Compliance certifications (PCI DSS, SOC 2, ISO 27001, etc.);
• Security training and awareness programs;
• Comprehensive security programs and policies.

6.3 User Responsibility

You are solely responsible for:

• The security of your websites and infrastructure;
• Implementing appropriate security controls and measures;
• Verifying and validating scan results;
• Taking appropriate action to remediate identified issues;
• Maintaining backups and disaster recovery plans;
• Complying with applicable security standards and regulations;
• Engaging professional security services as needed;
• Monitoring your systems for security incidents.

7. Data and Privacy

Our collection and use of personal information is described in our Privacy Policy. By using the Service, you consent to our collection and use of information as described in the Privacy Policy.

You acknowledge that scan results may be stored on our servers and you grant us a license to use scan data for improving the Service, research, and analytics purposes.

8. Intellectual Property

The Service and its original content, features, and functionality are owned by ScanTower and are protected by international copyright, trademark, patent, trade secret, and other intellectual property laws.

You may not copy, modify, distribute, sell, or lease any part of the Service without our explicit written permission.

9. Termination

We reserve the right to terminate or suspend your access to the Service immediately, without prior notice or liability, for any reason, including but not limited to:

• Violation of these Terms;
• Unauthorized scanning activities;
• Illegal or abusive behavior;
• Complaints from third parties;
• Suspected security risks or fraudulent activity.

Upon termination, your right to use the Service will immediately cease.

10. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of England and Wales, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of the Service shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.

11. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is held to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable, the validity, legality, and enforceability of the remaining provisions shall not be affected or impaired.

12. Entire Agreement

These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and ScanTower regarding the use of the Service and supersede all prior agreements and understandings.

13. Contact Information

If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us through our website.