Terms of Service

Last updated: January 2025

Welcome to TheGuitarTuner.com. By accessing or using our website, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. Please read them carefully.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using TheGuitarTuner.com ("the Service"), you accept and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use our Service.

2. Description of Service

TheGuitarTuner.com provides a free, web-based guitar tuning tool that uses your device's microphone to detect pitch and help you tune your instrument. The Service includes:

• Real-time pitch detection and display
• Visual tuning indicators
• Reference tone playback
• Educational content about guitar tuning

3. Microphone Access

The Service requires access to your device's microphone to function. By granting microphone access, you acknowledge that:

• Audio data is processed locally in your browser
• We do not record, store, or transmit your audio
• You can revoke microphone access at any time through your browser settings

4. Use of Service

You agree to use the Service only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. You agree not to:

• Use the Service in any way that violates applicable laws or regulations
• Attempt to interfere with or disrupt the Service or its servers
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the Service
• Use automated systems to access the Service without our permission
• Reproduce, duplicate, copy, sell, or exploit any portion of the Service without our express permission

5. Intellectual Property

The Service and its original content, features, and functionality are owned by TheGuitarTuner.com and are protected by international copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

6. 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:

• Accuracy or reliability of tuning results
• Compatibility with all devices or browsers
• Uninterrupted or error-free operation
• Fitness for a particular purpose

While we strive for accuracy, the Service is intended as a tuning aid and should not be relied upon as the sole method for professional tuning requirements.

7. Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, THEGUITARTUNER.COM SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

• Damage to your instrument
• Loss of data
• Loss of profits
• Personal injury

arising out of or related to your use of the Service.

8. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless TheGuitarTuner.com and its operators from any claims, damages, losses, or expenses arising from your use of the Service or violation of these Terms.

9. Modifications to Service

We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue the Service at any time without notice. We shall not be liable to you or any third party for any modification, suspension, or discontinuance of the Service.

10. Changes to Terms

We may revise these Terms at any time by updating this page. Your continued use of the Service after any changes constitutes acceptance of the new Terms.

11. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the jurisdiction in which TheGuitarTuner.com operates, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

12. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect.

13. Contact Information

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

Summary: Use our free tuner responsibly. We process your audio locally for privacy. We're not liable for any damages. Enjoy tuning your guitar! 🎸