Terms of Service
Last Updated: September 2025
Agreement to Terms
By downloading, installing, or using XCut (the "Service"), you ("User" or "you") agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you do not accept these Terms, you may not access or use XCut.
1. Description of Service
XCut is a macOS application that provides shortcut information to menu commands across applications through a searchable interface. The software operates locally on your device and does not require an internet connection for core functionality.
2. License Grant and Restrictions
Beta Period
During the beta period, XCut is provided free of charge for testing and evaluation purposes. This beta license allows you to:
- Install and use XCut on your personal Mac devices
- Provide feedback and report issues
- Evaluate the software for potential future purchase
Restrictions
You may not:
- Reverse engineer, decompile, disassemble, or attempt to derive the source code of XCut
- Modify, adapt, alter, or create derivative works based on XCut
- Distribute, sublicense, rent, lease, or sell XCut
- Use XCut for any commercial purposes during the beta period
- Remove or alter any proprietary notices or labels
3. Privacy and Data Protection
XCut prioritizes user privacy with a local-first approach:
- All menu processing and command execution happens locally on your Mac
- We do not collect telemetry or usage analytics from your device
- No menu contents, keystrokes, or personal information are transmitted to external servers
Please review our Privacy Policy for complete details on our data practices.
4. Communications and Consent
We may collect email addresses in the following contexts:
- When you submit feedback to allow follow-up about reported issues
- When you choose to provide an email at download to receive updates
- When you subscribe to newsletters or product updates
By providing your email in these contexts, you consent to receive relevant communications (e.g., software updates, release notes, onboarding tips, announcements, promotions). You may withdraw consent at any time by using available unsubscribe mechanisms or contacting us. Providing an email at download is optional.
We may use trusted service providers as processors (e.g., Google Forms for feedback collection) to operate these communications and forms. See our Privacy Policy for details.
5. User Responsibilities and Prohibited Uses
By using XCut, you agree to:
- Use XCut in compliance with these Terms and all applicable laws
- Not use XCut for any unlawful, harmful, or unauthorized purposes
- Not attempt to circumvent any security measures or access controls
6. Disclaimers and Limitation of Liability
XCut is provided "as is" without warranty of any kind, whether express, implied, or statutory. We shall not be liable for any damages arising from the use or inability to use this software, including but not limited to:
- Loss of data or system damage
- Business interruption or loss of profits
- Cost of substitute products or services
- Any other commercial damages or losses
7. Termination
You may terminate your use of XCut at any time by uninstalling the software. We may terminate or suspend your access to our services at our discretion, including breach of these Terms.
8. Changes to Terms
We reserve the right to modify these terms. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting on our website. Continued use of XCut constitutes acceptance of modified terms.
9. Contact Information
If you have any questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us.