Terms of Service

1. Agreement to Terms

By accessing or using dupeguru.net (“the Website”), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, please do not use this Website.

These Terms apply to all visitors, users, and anyone who accesses or uses the Website. Your continued use of the site after any modifications to these Terms means you accept those changes.

These Terms are effective as of March 18, 2026.

2. Description of Service

dupeguru.net is an independently operated informational website that provides guides, download links, and educational content about dupeGuru, an open-source duplicate file finder.

We do not host software files on our servers. All download links point to official or original sources, such as the dupeGuru GitHub repository. Content on this site is provided for informational and educational purposes only.

3. Intellectual Property

dupeGuru, its name, logo, and related trademarks belong to their respective owners, including the original developer Hardcoded Software (Virgil Dupras) and current maintainer Andrew Senetar. Our use of these names and marks is strictly for identification and informational purposes.

Original content on this Website — including articles, guides, descriptions, page design, and HTML/CSS code — is the property of dupeguru.net. You may not copy, reproduce, or redistribute our original content without written permission.

The dupeGuru software itself is licensed under the GNU General Public License v3.0 (GPLv3) by its developers. We do not claim any ownership over the software.

4. Use of the Website

You agree to use this Website only for lawful purposes. You agree not to:

• Use the site in any way that violates applicable laws or regulations
• Attempt to interfere with the site’s operation or security
• Scrape, crawl, or harvest content without permission
• Use the site to distribute malware, spam, or malicious content
• Impersonate any person or entity
• Use automated tools to access the site excessively
• Circumvent any security measures on the Website

5. Downloads and Software

All download links on this Website direct you to external sources, primarily the official dupeGuru GitHub releases page. We do not host, modify, repackage, or redistribute any software files.

You are solely responsible for:

• Verifying the authenticity of any software you download
• Scanning downloaded files with up-to-date antivirus software before installation
• Reading and agreeing to the software’s own license agreement (GPLv3 for dupeGuru)
• Checking that the software is compatible with your operating system and hardware
• Backing up your data before installing any software

We do not provide technical support for dupeGuru or any other software referenced on this site. For software support, please contact the official dupeGuru developers through their GitHub repository.

Download links may become outdated as new versions are released. We make reasonable efforts to keep links current, but we cannot guarantee that every link will work at all times.

6. Disclaimer of Warranties

This Website and all content is provided on an “AS IS” and “AS AVAILABLE” basis. We make no warranties or representations of any kind, whether express or implied, including but not limited to:

• The accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any information
• That the Website will be uninterrupted, timely, or error-free
• That content is free from viruses or harmful components
• Fitness for any particular purpose
• That download links will work or remain current
• That dupeGuru or any featured software will perform as described

We expressly disclaim all warranties to the fullest extent permitted by applicable law.

7. Limitation of Liability

Under no circumstances shall dupeguru.net or its operators be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including but not limited to:

• Damages arising from use or inability to use the Website
• Damages arising from any software downloaded through links on this site
• Loss of data, revenue, profit, or business opportunity
• Computer damage, data loss, or system corruption
• Any action taken based on information provided on this Website

This limitation applies whether based on warranty, contract, tort, negligence, or any other legal theory, even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages.

Our total aggregate liability shall not exceed zero dollars ($0 USD).

8. External Links

This Website contains links to third-party websites and resources, including but not limited to the dupeGuru GitHub repository, official developer pages, and alternative download sources.

These links are provided for convenience and informational purposes only. We have no control over the content, privacy policies, or practices of external sites. We do not endorse or assume responsibility for any third-party site.

You access external links entirely at your own risk. We recommend reviewing the terms and privacy policies of any external site you visit.

9. Advertisements

This Website may display advertisements through Google AdSense or similar advertising networks. These ads are served by third-party networks, not by us directly.

We do not endorse any products or services advertised on this site. Ad content is determined by the advertising network based on factors such as your browsing history and interests. Clicking on any advertisement is at your own discretion and risk.

We are not responsible for the content, accuracy, or reliability of any advertisements displayed on this Website.

10. Content Accuracy and Updates

We make reasonable efforts to provide accurate and up-to-date information about dupeGuru, including version details, system requirements, and feature descriptions. However, software changes over time. Version numbers, features, download links, and system requirements may change without notice.

At the time of writing, the latest stable release of dupeGuru is version 4.3.1 (released July 2022). This may no longer be accurate when you read it.

We reserve the right to modify, update, or remove any content on this Website without prior notice. If you find inaccurate information, we appreciate you letting us know through our Contact page.

11. DMCA and Copyright

We respect intellectual property rights. If you believe any content on this Website infringes your copyright, please refer to our Disclaimer page for the full DMCA takedown process.

We will respond promptly to valid DMCA notices and remove or disable access to any infringing material.

12. Privacy

Your use of this Website is also governed by our Privacy Policy. By using this site, you consent to the collection and use of information as described in our Privacy Policy.

We encourage you to read the Privacy Policy so you understand how we handle your data.

13. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless dupeguru.net, its operators, and affiliates from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, or expenses (including reasonable legal fees) arising from:

• Your use of this Website
• Your violation of these Terms of Service
• Your violation of any third-party rights
• Any content you submit through the contact form

14. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with applicable laws. Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of the Website shall be resolved through good-faith negotiation first.

If negotiation does not resolve the dispute, both parties agree to submit the matter to the appropriate courts of competent jurisdiction.

15. Severability

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

16. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date. Your continued use of the Website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

We encourage you to review this page periodically to stay informed.

17. Termination

We reserve the right to restrict or terminate your access to this Website at any time, without notice, for any reason, including but not limited to violation of these Terms.

All provisions that should reasonably survive termination — including liability limitations, indemnification, intellectual property, and disclaimers — shall survive termination.

18. Entire Agreement

These Terms of Service, together with our Privacy Policy and Disclaimer, constitute the entire agreement between you and dupeguru.net regarding your use of this Website. They supersede any prior agreements or understandings, whether written or oral.

19. Contact

If you have questions or concerns about these Terms of Service, please reach out through our Contact page.