Terms of Service
Last updated: February 11, 2026
The Short Version
- • Vynl is open source (MIT License) — use it however you want
- • Self-hosted = you're responsible for your instance
- • No warranties (use at your own risk)
- • Don't be a jerk
- • We can change these terms anytime
1. Acceptance of Terms
By using the Vynl website (vynl.music) or downloading/using the Vynl software, you agree to these terms. If you don't agree, don't use Vynl.
2. License
Vynl is licensed under the MIT License.
You CAN:
- ✓ Use Vynl for free (personal or commercial)
- ✓ Modify the code
- ✓ Distribute copies
- ✓ Sell services based on Vynl
- ✓ Use it in closed-source projects
You MUST:
- • Include the original MIT License in copies
- • Give credit to the original authors
We provide NO warranty — see section 7 below.
Full license: github.com/48Nauts-Operator/vynl-app/blob/main/LICENSE
3. Self-Hosted = Your Responsibility
Vynl is self-hosted software. This means:
- •You run it on your own hardware/server
- •You're responsible for security, backups, maintenance
- •You control your data (we never see it)
- •You decide who has access
We are NOT responsible for:
- ✕ Data loss
- ✕ Security breaches on your server
- ✕ Downtime
- ✕ Copyright violations (if you upload pirated music)
- ✕ Anything that happens on your instance
4. Website Usage
Allowed
- ✓ Browse the website
- ✓ Download Vynl software
- ✓ Read documentation
- ✓ Link to our site
NOT Allowed
- ✕ Hack or attack our website
- ✕ Scrape content aggressively
- ✕ Impersonate us
- ✕ Distribute malware through our site
5. User-Generated Content
If you contribute to Vynl (GitHub issues, pull requests, discussions):
- • You retain ownership of your contributions
- • You grant us a license to use them (MIT License applies)
- • You confirm you have the right to contribute (not stolen code)
6. Third-Party Services
Vynl can integrate with third-party services (optional):
- •Claude AI (Anthropic)
- •ACRCloud / AudD (music identification)
- •Tailscale (VPN)
- •Spotify (via Sonos)
Their terms apply when you use those features. We're not responsible for their services.
7. No Warranty (Important!)
Vynl is provided "AS IS" with NO WARRANTY.
We make no promises that:
- ✕ It will work perfectly
- ✕ It won't crash
- ✕ It's bug-free
- ✕ It's suitable for your needs
- ✕ It won't delete your data
Use at your own risk.
If something breaks, you're responsible for fixing it (or finding help in the community).
8. Limitation of Liability
We are NOT liable for:
- ✕ Data loss
- ✕ Server failures
- ✕ Security breaches
- ✕ Lost revenue
- ✕ Any damages (direct or indirect)
Maximum liability: $0 (it's free software)
Translation: If Vynl breaks something, we're sorry, but we're not paying for it.
9. Copyright & DMCA
Vynl is a tool. What you do with it is your responsibility.
If you use Vynl to:
- ✕ Stream pirated music — Your problem
- ✕ Violate copyright — Your problem
- ✕ Share copyrighted content illegally — Your problem
We don't host your music. You do. Any copyright issues are between you and the rights holders.
DMCA notices should be directed at the server operator (you), not us.
10. Acceptable Use
Don't use Vynl to:
- ✕ Break laws
- ✕ Violate others' rights
- ✕ Distribute malware
- ✕ Attack other systems
- ✕ Harm others
If you do: We can't stop you (it's self-hosted), but legal consequences are yours.
11. Support
There is no official support.
Vynl is community-supported:
- • GitHub Discussions
- • GitHub Issues (for bugs)
- • Community Discord/forums (if created)
We may help if we feel like it, but there's no obligation.
Want guaranteed support? Hire a developer or consultant.
12. Updates & Changes
We can:
- • Update Vynl anytime
- • Change features
- • Remove features
- • Abandon the project (it's open source, someone else can fork it)
You can:
- • Choose not to update
- • Fork and maintain your own version
- • Stay on an old version forever
13. Changes to Terms
We may update these terms. Changes will be posted here with a new date. Continued use = acceptance of new terms.
14. Termination
You can stop using Vynl anytime. Just delete it.
We can:
- • Take down the website (vynl.music) anytime
- • Stop distributing Vynl
- • Archive the project
But: The code is open source. Even if we disappear, Vynl lives on via GitHub forks.
15. Governing Law
These terms are governed by Swiss law (because that's where we're based). Disputes will be settled in Swiss courts.
Translation: If we end up in court (unlikely), it happens in Switzerland.
16. Severability
If part of these terms is invalid, the rest still applies.
17. Entire Agreement
These terms + the MIT License = the whole agreement. No verbal promises override this document.
Contact
Questions about terms?
Email: [email protected]
Summary (TL;DR)
- •MIT License — use freely, modify, distribute
- •Self-hosted — you run it, you're responsible
- •No warranty — use at your own risk
- •No liability — we're not paying if something breaks
- •Community support — no official support desk
- •Swiss law applies
- •Don't be evil — don't use it to break laws
Bottom line: Vynl is free, open, powerful. But with great power comes great responsibility. You're in control. Act accordingly.