Terms of Service

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing thetinytask.com (“the Website”) or downloading and using TinyTask software (“the Software”), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service (“Terms”). If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, you must stop using the Website and uninstall the Software immediately.

These Terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you (“User,” “you,” or “your”) and thetinytask.com (“we,” “us,” or “our”). They apply to all visitors, users, and anyone who accesses our Website or uses TinyTask.

You must be at least 13 years old to use this Website and Software. If you are under 18, you represent that your parent or legal guardian has reviewed and agreed to these Terms on your behalf.

2. Definitions

For clarity, the following definitions apply throughout these Terms:

• “Website” refers to thetinytask.com, including all pages, content, features, and services accessible through it.
• “Software” refers to TinyTask, a portable macro recording and playback application for Windows operating systems.
• “User” refers to any individual or entity accessing the Website or using the Software.
• “Content” refers to all text, images, code, guides, tutorials, FAQs, downloads, and other materials published on the Website.
• “Macro” refers to a recorded sequence of mouse movements, clicks, and keyboard inputs created using TinyTask and saved as a .rec file.
• “Service” refers collectively to the Website and any features, downloads, or resources we provide.

3. Software License

TinyTask is distributed as freeware. We grant you a non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to download and use TinyTask on any number of personal or business computers, subject to the following conditions:

What You Can Do

• Download, install, and run TinyTask on Windows computers (XP through Windows 11)
• Use TinyTask for personal productivity, work automation, education, and business purposes
• Create, save, and share macro recordings (.rec files) you produce with the Software
• Copy the TinyTask executable to USB drives or network shares for portable use
• Recommend TinyTask to others and link to our Website

What You Cannot Do

• Reverse engineer, decompile, disassemble, or attempt to extract the source code of TinyTask
• Modify, alter, or create derivative works based on TinyTask
• Sell, rent, lease, sublicense, or commercially redistribute TinyTask as a standalone product
• Remove or alter any proprietary notices, labels, or identifiers in the Software
• Bundle TinyTask with other software for distribution without written permission
• Host TinyTask downloads on third-party websites and present them as your own

4. Acceptable Use

TinyTask is designed for legitimate automation of repetitive tasks. Acceptable uses include but are not limited to:

• Personal productivity: Automating routine clicks, form fills, file management tasks, and data entry on your own computer
• Business workflows: Streamlining repetitive office tasks such as report generation, email drafts, application navigation, and batch processing
• Software testing: Recording and replaying UI test sequences during development and QA
• Education: Learning about macro automation, demonstrating software concepts, and teaching automation principles
• Accessibility: Helping users with disabilities automate difficult or repetitive interactions on their computers

You are solely responsible for the macros you create and the actions they perform. TinyTask replays exactly what you record – every click, keystroke, and mouse movement. Always review your macros before running them to avoid unintended consequences.

5. Prohibited Conduct

You agree NOT to use TinyTask or this Website for any of the following purposes:

• Violating platform rules: Using TinyTask in online games, social media platforms, or web applications that explicitly prohibit automation, bots, or macro software. This includes but is not limited to MMO games, competitive multiplayer games, social media automation, and ad-click automation.
• Illegal activities: Any activity that violates local, state, national, or international laws, including computer fraud, unauthorized system access, identity theft, harassment, or stalking.
• Spamming or abuse: Automating mass messages, form submissions, account registrations, fake reviews, artificial engagement, or any activity considered spam.
• Credential attacks: Using macros to automate password guessing, credential stuffing, brute force attacks, or unauthorized login attempts on any system or service.
• Circumventing security: Bypassing CAPTCHAs, two-factor authentication, rate limiters, access controls, or any security measures on websites or software.
• Infringing on rights: Automating the copying, scraping, or downloading of copyrighted content, proprietary data, or personal information without authorization.
• Interfering with services: Using macros to overload servers, crash applications, disrupt services, or perform denial-of-service activities.

6. Downloads and Files

We make TinyTask available for download directly from this Website. The authentic TinyTask 1.77 executable is exactly 36 KB (36,864 bytes). We make every reasonable effort to ensure that all files hosted on thetinytask.com are clean, unmodified, and free from malware.

However, by downloading any file from this Website, you acknowledge and agree that:

• You download and run executable files at your own risk
• You should scan all downloads with your own antivirus software before executing them
• We are not responsible for any damage resulting from files downloaded from this Website
• Windows Defender SmartScreen may display a warning for unsigned executables – this is standard behavior for free software without Extended Validation certificates and does not indicate malware
• If you obtained TinyTask from any source other than thetinytask.com, we cannot verify its integrity or safety

7. Intellectual Property

All content on this Website – including text, graphics, logos, icons, images, page designs, code snippets, guides, tutorials, and the overall look and feel – is the property of thetinytask.com and is protected by applicable copyright and intellectual property laws.

You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, create derivative works from, publicly display, or commercially exploit any content from this Website without prior written permission, except for:

• Personal, non-commercial use such as saving articles for offline reading
• Sharing links to pages on this Website on social media or forums
• Quoting short excerpts for review or commentary purposes with proper attribution and a link back to the original page

The TinyTask name, logo, and associated branding elements are the property of thetinytask.com. Use of these marks without permission is prohibited.

8. Website Content

The guides, tutorials, FAQs, system requirements, feature descriptions, and other informational content published on thetinytask.com are written based on our testing, research, and experience with TinyTask. We aim for accuracy but make no guarantees that every piece of content is complete, current, or free from errors.

Specifically:

• Software behavior may vary across different Windows versions and hardware configurations
• System requirements are approximate and subject to change with future software updates
• Step-by-step tutorials reflect the software’s behavior at the time of writing
• FAQ answers are based on commonly reported user experiences and may not cover every scenario

You should not rely solely on our content for critical decisions. When in doubt, verify information independently or contact us for clarification.

9. Third-Party Links and Advertising

This Website may contain links to third-party websites, resources, or services. These links are provided for convenience and do not imply endorsement, sponsorship, or affiliation. We have no control over the content, policies, or practices of external websites and accept no responsibility for them.

This Website displays advertisements through Google AdSense. Regarding advertising:

• Advertisements are served by Google and may be personalized based on your browsing activity and interests
• We do not control the content of ads displayed on our Website
• We do not endorse any products, services, or claims made in advertisements
• Clicking an ad will take you to a third-party website with its own terms and privacy policy
• Any purchases or interactions through ads are between you and the advertiser

If you see an advertisement that is misleading, inappropriate, or potentially malicious, please let us know so we can report it to Google.

10. Privacy

Your privacy matters to us. Our collection and use of personal information is governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference.

Key points regarding TinyTask and privacy:

• TinyTask itself collects zero data. The software runs entirely on your local machine. It does not connect to the internet, does not send telemetry, does not create user accounts, and does not transmit any information anywhere.
• This Website uses standard analytics and advertising cookies. Details about what data we collect through the Website, how we use it, and your rights are fully explained in our Privacy Policy.
• Macro files (.rec) are stored locally on your computer. These recordings may contain sensitive data captured through keystrokes. You are responsible for storing and sharing your macro files securely.

11. Disclaimer of Warranties

The Website and Software are provided on an “AS IS” and “AS AVAILABLE” basis, without warranties of any kind, whether express, implied, or statutory. To the fullest extent permitted by law, we disclaim all warranties, including but not limited to:

• Implied warranties of merchantability – we do not guarantee TinyTask is fit for any particular commercial application
• Fitness for a particular purpose – the Software may not meet every user’s specific automation needs
• Non-infringement – we do not guarantee that use of TinyTask will not infringe third-party rights
• Accuracy and completeness – Website content may contain errors, outdated information, or omissions
• Uninterrupted availability – the Website may experience downtime, and the Software may encounter bugs or compatibility issues on certain systems
• Security – while we take reasonable precautions, we do not guarantee that downloads are free from all harmful components

Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion of certain warranties. In those jurisdictions, the exclusions above apply only to the extent permitted by applicable law.

12. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, thetinytask.com, its owners, operators, and contributors shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or exemplary damages arising from:

• Your use of or inability to use TinyTask or this Website
• Loss of data, revenue, profits, or business opportunities
• System crashes, data corruption, or hardware damage
• Unauthorized access to your computer resulting from software misuse
• Account suspensions or bans from third-party platforms due to macro usage
• Errors, inaccuracies, or omissions in Website content
• Actions or decisions based on information from this Website
• Service interruptions or Website unavailability

This limitation applies regardless of the legal theory – whether contract, tort, negligence, strict liability, or any other basis – even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages.

In jurisdictions where limitation of liability for consequential or incidental damages is not permitted, our liability shall be limited to the greatest extent allowed by law. In all cases, our total aggregate liability shall not exceed $100 USD.

13. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless thetinytask.com, its owners, operators, and contributors from and against any and all claims, liabilities, damages, losses, or expenses (including reasonable attorney fees) arising from:

• Your use or misuse of TinyTask software
• Macros you create, distribute, or execute using TinyTask
• Your violation of these Terms
• Your violation of any applicable law, regulation, or third-party rights
• Content you submit through our Website (contact form messages, comments, etc.)

14. Termination

We may terminate or suspend your access to this Website immediately, without prior notice or liability, for any reason, including if you breach these Terms.

Upon termination:

• Your right to access this Website and download files ceases immediately
• You may continue to use any copies of TinyTask already installed on your devices, subject to the license restrictions in Section 3
• Sections of these Terms that by their nature should survive termination (Disclaimer, Limitation of Liability, Indemnification, Governing Law) shall remain in effect

You may terminate your agreement with these Terms at any time by simply ceasing to use the Website and uninstalling TinyTask from your devices.

15. Governing Law and Disputes

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the United States, without regard to conflict of law principles.

If you have any concern or dispute regarding the Website or Software, you agree to first attempt to resolve the dispute informally by contacting us. If informal resolution fails, any remaining disputes shall be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with applicable arbitration rules, except that either party may seek injunctive or equitable relief in a court of competent jurisdiction.

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid by a court of competent jurisdiction, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect. The invalid provision will be modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it enforceable while preserving its original intent.

Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms shall not constitute a waiver of that right or provision.

16. Changes to These Terms

We reserve the right to modify, update, or replace these Terms at any time. When we make changes, we will update the “Last updated” date at the top of this page. For material changes, we will make reasonable efforts to provide notice through the Website.

Your continued use of the Website or Software after any modifications indicates your acceptance of the updated Terms. If you do not agree with the revised Terms, you must stop using the Website and Software.

We recommend reviewing this page periodically to stay informed about our Terms of Service.

17. Contact Us

If you have questions about these Terms of Service, need clarification on any section, or want to report a violation, you can reach us through our contact page.

We aim to respond to all inquiries within 24-48 hours on business days.