Terms of Service

Effective Date: July 2025

1. Introduction

Welcome to Patum. By accessing or using our service, you agree to these Terms. If you do not agree, please do not use Patum. By using Patum, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agree to these Terms of Service.

2. What We Do

Patum allows you to certify your files on the blockchain:

  • We generate a cryptographic hash (SHA256) of your file.
  • We store the file on IPFS for decentralized access.
  • We record the hash on the Polygon blockchain with a timestamp.
  • We issue a PDF certificate containing verification details.

Patum does not provide legal advice or legal representation. Certification does not constitute proof of copyright ownership but provides cryptographic evidence that a file existed at a certain time.

3. Eligibility

You must be at least 18 years old or have permission from a legal guardian to use Patum.

4. Your Responsibilities

You agree:

  • Not to upload illegal or infringing content.
  • Not to violate applicable laws or third-party rights.
  • Not to interfere with Patum's systems or security.
  • Not to use Patum for any illegal purposes, including but not limited to distributing copyrighted material without authorization, storing or distributing illegal content, or engaging in fraudulent activities.

You retain ownership of your files and are responsible for their content.

5. Intellectual Property

All content, branding, and software related to Patum are owned by Patum. Using our service does not grant you any rights to our intellectual property.

6. Privacy

Your privacy is important to us. Please review our Privacy Policy for details on how we collect and use your information.

7. User Data & Security

Patum implements industry-standard security measures to protect your data. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. By using Patum, you acknowledge and accept these risks.

8. Service Availability

We strive to maintain 24/7 availability, but Patum may be unavailable during maintenance or due to factors beyond our control. We do not guarantee uninterrupted access to the service.

9. Account Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access to Patum at our discretion, especially in case of violation of these Terms.

10. Third-Party Services & Accounts

Patum interacts with third-party services, including but not limited to:

  • Lighthouse (for decentralized file storage on IPFS)
  • Polygon (for blockchain timestamping and hash recording)

Patum uses its own accounts and API keys to facilitate these integrations. While we strive to ensure reliable operation, we are not responsible for the availability, security, or data handling practices of these third-party services. Your files and transaction data may be processed and stored by these providers as part of the certification process.

11. Disclaimer of Warranties

Patum is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind. We do not guarantee uninterrupted or error-free operation.

12. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Patum shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising out of your use of the service.

13. Beta Disclaimer

Patum is currently in MVP (Minimum Viable Product) stage. Features may change, and some functionality may be experimental or subject to change without notice.

14. Changes to Service

We may modify, suspend, or discontinue any part of Patum at any time without notice.

15. Changes to Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. Continued use of Patum after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.

16. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by applicable laws.

17. Dispute Resolution

Any disputes arising from these Terms will be resolved through negotiation and mutual agreement.

18. Payments and Donations

Patum may offer optional paid features or accept donations to support the service. All payments are processed through third-party payment providers, and Patum does not store your payment details. By making a payment or donation, you agree to the terms and policies of the respective payment providers.

19. Language

These Terms are prepared in English. In case of any discrepancies between the English version and translations, the English version shall prevail.

20. Contact

For questions, contact us at support@patum.me