Terms of Service
Last Updated: November 6, 2025
⚠️ CRITICAL: NO WARRANTY
LUPOPEDIA is provided "AS IS" under GPL v3.0 license with NO WARRANTY of any kind. By using this software or website, you agree to assume ALL RISK and agree that LUPOPEDIA LLC and its developers are NOT LIABLE for any damages, data loss, security breaches, or other issues.
1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing or using LUPOPEDIA (the "Software") or lupopedia.com (the "Website"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service and the GNU General Public License v3.0 (GPL v3.0).
If you do not agree to these terms, do not use LUPOPEDIA.
2. Open Source License
GPL v3.0 License
LUPOPEDIA is licensed under the GNU General Public License v3.0 (GPL v3.0). This is a copyleft license that requires any derivative works to also be released under GPL v3.0.
Key Points:
- ✅ You can use, modify, and redistribute LUPOPEDIA freely
- ✅ Source code is openly available
- ✅ No cost to download or use
- ⚠️ Modifications must also be GPL v3.0
- ⚠️ NO WARRANTY - Software provided "as is"
- ⚠️ NO LIABILITY - You assume all risk
Full License: LICENSE file | GPL v3.0 Official Text
Apache 2.0 License (Alternative)
LUPOPEDIA is also available under Apache License 2.0 for those who prefer a permissive license. You may choose to use LUPOPEDIA under EITHER GPL v3.0 OR Apache 2.0.
Full License: LICENSE file | Apache 2.0 Official Text
3. NO WARRANTY Disclaimer
GPL v3.0 Section 15: Disclaimer of Warranty
THERE IS NO WARRANTY FOR THE PROGRAM, TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW. THE COPYRIGHT HOLDERS AND/OR OTHER PARTIES PROVIDE THE PROGRAM "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. THE ENTIRE RISK AS TO THE QUALITY AND PERFORMANCE OF THE PROGRAM IS WITH YOU. SHOULD THE PROGRAM PROVE DEFECTIVE, YOU ASSUME THE COST OF ALL NECESSARY SERVICING, REPAIR OR CORRECTION.
In plain English:
- LUPOPEDIA comes with ZERO guarantees
- It might work perfectly, or it might have bugs
- You assume all risk of using it
- If something breaks, you pay to fix it (not us)
- No implied warranty that it works for your purpose
4. Limitation of Liability
GPL v3.0 Section 16: Limitation of Liability
IN NO EVENT WILL ANY COPYRIGHT HOLDER, OR ANY OTHER PARTY WHO MODIFIES AND/OR CONVEYS THE PROGRAM AS PERMITTED ABOVE, BE LIABLE TO YOU FOR DAMAGES, INCLUDING ANY GENERAL, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF THE USE OR INABILITY TO USE THE PROGRAM (INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO LOSS OF DATA OR DATA BEING RENDERED INACCURATE OR LOSSES SUSTAINED BY YOU OR THIRD PARTIES OR A FAILURE OF THE PROGRAM TO OPERATE WITH ANY OTHER PROGRAMS), EVEN IF SUCH HOLDER OR OTHER PARTY HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.
What this protects against:
- 🚫 Data loss or corruption
- 🚫 Security breaches or hacking
- 🚫 Business losses from downtime
- 🚫 Inaccurate data or AI responses
- 🚫 Incompatibility with other software
- 🚫 ANY damages, even if we knew about the risk
LUPOPEDIA LLC and Eric Robin Gerdes are NOT LIABLE for ANY damages arising from use of this software.
5. Your Responsibilities
When you use LUPOPEDIA, YOU are responsible for:
- ✅ Keeping your installation secure
- ✅ Applying security updates
- ✅ Backing up your data
- ✅ Following security best practices
- ✅ Protecting your server/hosting environment
- ✅ Monitoring for vulnerabilities
- ✅ Compliance with laws in your jurisdiction
LUPOPEDIA LLC is NOT responsible for:
- ❌ Your server security
- ❌ Data breaches on your installation
- ❌ Bugs or vulnerabilities (GPL: "as is")
- ❌ Support or updates (community-driven)
- ❌ Downtime or data loss
6. Managed Hosting Services (If Applicable)
If you purchase paid managed hosting or support services from LUPOPEDIA LLC, separate service agreements apply. Those agreements may include service-level commitments and limited warranties specific to the paid service.
Important distinction:
- The Software (GPL): No warranty, use at own risk
- Paid Services (If purchased): Separate agreement with service terms
7. AI Agent Outputs Disclaimer
⚠️ AI-Generated Content
LUPOPEDIA uses AI agents to generate responses and organize content. AI outputs are NOT guaranteed to be accurate, complete, or appropriate.
You acknowledge:
- AI agents may provide incorrect information
- AI responses should be verified before relying on them
- LUPOPEDIA LLC is not liable for decisions made based on AI outputs
- You use AI-generated content at your own risk
8. Data and Privacy
📋 Privacy Policy
For detailed information about what data we collect, how we use it, and your privacy rights, please see our Privacy Policy.
Self-Hosted Installations:
- You control your own data (database on your server)
- LUPOPEDIA LLC has no access to your data
- You are responsible for data security and backups
- You are the data controller (GDPR/privacy laws apply to you)
- You set your own privacy policy for your installation
lupopedia.com Website:
- We collect data as described in our Privacy Policy
- We track IP addresses (full IP + anonymized Class-C for identity tracking)
- We track page navigation (where you go, from what pages) when logged in
- We do not sell user data
- See Privacy Policy for complete details
9. Modifications and Updates
These terms may be updated at any time. Continued use of LUPOPEDIA after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.
Check this page periodically for updates.
10. Contact
LUPOPEDIA LLC
3120 W Rambler #309
Sioux Falls, SD 57108
Website: lupopedia.com
For questions about these terms, the GPL license, or paid support services, contact us via the website.
Summary (The Important Parts)
⚠️ LUPOPEDIA is FREE but comes with NO WARRANTY
⚠️ You use it AT YOUR OWN RISK
⚠️ We are NOT LIABLE if you get hacked, lose data, or have problems
⚠️ YOU are responsible for security, backups, and updates
✅ Full source code available under GPL v3.0
✅ You can modify and redistribute freely (under same license)
✅ Paid support contracts available (separate from free software)