Terms of Service

Effective Date: March 19, 2026

Last Updated: March 19, 2026

1. Agreement to Terms

By accessing or using testsdisk.com (“the Website”), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service (“Terms”). If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, you should stop using the Website immediately.

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

These Terms became effective on March 19, 2026.

2. Description of Service

testsdisk.com is an independently operated informational website. We provide guides, feature descriptions, system requirements, and download links related to TestDisk, the open-source data recovery utility developed by Christophe Grenier (CGSecurity).

We are not the developer, publisher, or official distributor of TestDisk. We have no affiliation with CGSecurity or any of the software’s contributors.

We do not host software files on our servers. All download links point to official or original source locations maintained by the actual software developers. Our content exists for informational and educational purposes only.

3. Intellectual Property

TestDisk is free, open-source software released under the GNU General Public License v2.0. The TestDisk name, logo, and associated trademarks belong to Christophe Grenier and CGSecurity. Any other software names, logos, or trademarks mentioned on this site belong to their respective owners.

We use these names and trademarks strictly for identification and informational purposes. This use does not imply endorsement, sponsorship, or affiliation.

Original content on this Website – including written guides, descriptions, page designs, and HTML/CSS code – is the property of testsdisk.com. You may not copy, reproduce, or redistribute our original content without written permission.

4. Use of the Website

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

  • Use the site in any way that violates applicable laws or regulations
  • Attempt to interfere with the Website’s operation, availability, or security
  • Scrape, crawl, or harvest content from the Website without permission
  • Use the site to distribute malware, spam, or other malicious content
  • Impersonate any person, organization, or entity
  • Use automated tools (bots, scrapers) to access the site excessively
  • Attempt to bypass or circumvent any security measures on the Website

5. Downloads and Software

This is an important section. Please read it carefully.

All download links on this Website direct you to external sources – primarily the official CGSecurity website and related repositories. We do not host, modify, repackage, or redistribute any software files.

Because we link to external sources, we cannot guarantee the safety, integrity, or continued availability of software files at those locations.

You are solely responsible for:

  • Verifying the authenticity of any software you download through links on this site
  • Scanning downloaded files with up-to-date antivirus software before running them
  • Reading and agreeing to the software’s own license agreement (GNU GPL v2.0 for TestDisk)
  • Checking that the software is compatible with your operating system and hardware
  • Backing up your data before installing or running any data recovery tool
  • Understanding that TestDisk operates at the disk/partition level and incorrect use can cause data loss

We do not provide technical support for TestDisk or any other software featured on this site. For technical assistance, visit the official CGSecurity wiki or the software’s community forums.

Download links may become outdated as new versions are released. We make reasonable efforts to keep them current but cannot guarantee accuracy at all times.

6. Disclaimer of Warranties

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

  • The accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any information on the site
  • That the Website will be available without interruption or free from errors
  • That the Website or its servers are free from viruses or harmful components
  • Fitness for a particular purpose or merchantability
  • That download links will function correctly or remain current
  • That information about TestDisk features, versions, or system requirements is up to date

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

7. Limitation of Liability

Under no circumstances shall testsdisk.com or its operators be liable for any damages whatsoever, including but not limited to:

  • Direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages
  • Damages arising from your use of, or inability to use, the Website
  • Damages arising from any software downloaded through links on this site
  • Loss of data, revenue, profits, or business opportunities
  • Computer damage, data corruption, or system failures
  • Any action taken based on information provided on this Website
  • Partition damage, disk corruption, or data loss resulting from use of TestDisk or related tools

This limitation applies regardless of the legal theory – whether based on warranty, contract, tort (including negligence), strict liability, or any other basis – even if we have been informed of the possibility of such damages.

Our total aggregate liability to you for all claims shall not exceed zero dollars ($0.00 USD).

9. Advertisements

This Website may display advertisements served by third-party advertising networks such as Google AdSense.

These ads are selected and delivered by the advertising network, not by us. We do not endorse any products or services shown in advertisements. Ad content is determined by the ad network based on factors like your browsing history and location.

Clicking on any advertisement is entirely your choice. We are not responsible for the content, accuracy, or reliability of advertised products or services, and we are not liable for any transactions you make with advertisers.

10. Content Accuracy and Updates

We make reasonable efforts to provide accurate, helpful, and current information about TestDisk. That said, software changes frequently. Version numbers, features, system requirements, download URLs, and platform support can all change without notice from the developer.

We cannot guarantee that every piece of information on this site is accurate at any given moment. We reserve the right to modify, update, or remove content at any time without prior notice.

If you spot inaccurate or outdated information, we appreciate you letting us know through our Contact page.

11. DMCA and Copyright

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

We will respond promptly to valid DMCA notices and take appropriate action, which may include removing or disabling access to the content in question.

12. Privacy

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

We encourage you to read the Privacy Policy to understand what data is collected and how it is used.

13. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless testsdisk.com and its operators from and against any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, costs, or expenses (including reasonable legal fees) arising from or related to:

  • Your use of the Website
  • Your violation of these Terms
  • Your violation of any rights of a third party
  • Any content you submit through the contact form or other means

14. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with applicable laws, without regard to conflict of law principles.

Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of the Website shall first be resolved through good-faith negotiation. If negotiation does not resolve the matter, the dispute shall be submitted to the appropriate courts of competent jurisdiction. You agree to submit to the personal jurisdiction of such courts.

15. Severability

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

16. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify or replace these Terms at any time. When we make changes, we will update the “Last Updated” date at the top of this page. We may also post a notice on the Website for significant changes.

Your continued use of the Website after any changes to these Terms constitutes your acceptance of the updated Terms. We encourage you to review this page periodically.

17. Termination

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

All provisions of these Terms that should reasonably survive termination will do so, including sections related to intellectual property, limitation of liability, indemnification, and disclaimers.

18. Entire Agreement

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

19. Contact

If you have questions about these Terms of Service, please visit our Contact page to get in touch.

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