Terms of Use

1. Acceptance of Terms

Welcome to the ClashX website (clashx.tech, hereinafter "this Website") and ClashX software (hereinafter "the Software"). By accessing this Website, downloading, installing, or using the Software, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Use (hereinafter "Terms"), as well as our Privacy Policy and Advertising Disclosure, which are incorporated herein by reference.

If you do not agree to these Terms in their entirety, you must not access this Website or use the Software. Your continued use of this Website or the Software following the posting of any changes to these Terms constitutes acceptance of those changes.

2. Service Description

2.1 The Software

ClashX is a free, open-source proxy configuration tool based on the Clash core, designed primarily for macOS. The Software allows users to manage and configure network proxy rules on their own devices. ClashX is not a VPN service, VPN provider, or telecommunications operator. It does not supply, operate, or maintain any proxy servers, VPN tunnels, or network infrastructure. The Software provides the following features:

• Rule-based proxy configuration and management
• Traffic routing and rule-based policy switching
• Real-time traffic monitoring and logging
• Node latency testing and health checks

2.2 This Website

This Website provides the following informational and support services:

• Official downloads of the ClashX Software
• User tutorials, guides, and technical documentation
• Technical blog articles and changelogs
• Community support links (via GitHub)
• Third-party product recommendations with affiliate links (see Section 4)

2.3 What ClashX Is Not

To avoid any misunderstanding, ClashX:

• Does not provide, sell, or broker proxy server or VPN server access
• Does not guarantee the ability to bypass geo-restrictions, firewalls, or content filters
• Does not process, store, or transmit your network traffic through its own servers
• Does not act as a telecommunications or internet service provider in any jurisdiction

3. User Obligations and Lawful Use

By using ClashX, you acknowledge and agree to the following obligations:

3.1 Permitted and Prohibited Uses

3.2 Legal Compliance

You are solely responsible for ensuring that your use of ClashX complies with all applicable laws and regulations in your country, state, or region of residence. The legality of proxy configuration tools varies by jurisdiction, and it is your responsibility to determine whether your use is lawful. ClashX is a neutral tool; its legality depends entirely on how it is used and under which legal framework.

3.3 Additional Prohibited Conduct

You further agree not to:

• Remove, alter, or obscure any copyright, trademark, or other proprietary notices contained in the Software
• Use the Software for commercial purposes beyond what is expressly permitted by the GPL-3.0 license
• Interfere with or disrupt the operation of this Website or degrade other users' experience
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any systems or networks connected to this Website
• Use automated scripts, bots, or crawlers to access this Website in a manner that imposes an unreasonable load on our infrastructure

4. Affiliate Disclosure

This Website participates in affiliate marketing programs. Some links on this Website are affiliate links, meaning that we may earn a commission at no additional cost to you if you click through and make a purchase or sign up for a service. Our current affiliate partners include, but are not limited to:

• NordVPN — VPN service provider
• RoboForm — Password management software
• NordPass — Password manager by Nord Security

4.1 Transparency Principles

We are committed to transparency in all affiliate relationships:

• All affiliate links are clearly disclosed and labeled as promotional content
• Affiliate relationships do not influence our editorial content, tutorials, or software development
• We only recommend products that we believe provide genuine value to our users
• Prices, discounts, and promotions are subject to change and are determined solely by the respective vendors

4.2 Compliance Requirements

All affiliate promotions displayed on this Website comply with applicable advertising disclosure laws, including the U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Endorsement Guides, the EU Unfair Commercial Practices Directive, and equivalent regulations in other jurisdictions. For the full terms of each affiliate program, please refer to the official affiliate and policy pages of NordVPN, RoboForm, and NordPass respectively.

For further details, see our Advertising Disclosure page.

5. Disclaimer of Warranties

5.1 "As Is" and "As Available" Provision

THE SOFTWARE AND THIS WEBSITE ARE PROVIDED ON AN "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" BASIS, WITHOUT ANY WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, WHETHER EXPRESS, IMPLIED, OR STATUTORY. TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, THE CLASHX TEAM DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

• IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY
• FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE
• NON-INFRINGEMENT OF THIRD-PARTY RIGHTS
• UNINTERRUPTED, TIMELY, SECURE, OR ERROR-FREE OPERATION

5.2 No Service Guarantee

We do not warrant or guarantee:

5.3 Third-Party Services and Links

This Website may contain links to third-party websites and services (including GitHub, affiliate partner sites, and others). We have no control over and assume no responsibility for the content, privacy policies, practices, or availability of any third-party websites or services. Your interactions with third-party services are governed solely by those third parties' terms and policies.

5.4 Promotions and Pricing

Prices, discounts, promotion periods, regional availability, and product terms for third-party services referenced on this Website may change at any time without notice. Information displayed on this Website is for reference only. The final price, terms, and availability are determined solely by the official checkout or landing page of the respective provider.

6. Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, IN NO EVENT SHALL THE CLASHX TEAM, ITS CONTRIBUTORS, LICENSORS, OR AFFILIATES BE LIABLE FOR:

This limitation applies regardless of the legal theory under which liability is asserted, whether in contract, tort (including negligence), strict liability, or otherwise, and even if the ClashX Team has been advised of the possibility of such damages.

Because the Software is provided free of charge, in no event shall the aggregate liability of the ClashX Team for all claims arising from or related to these Terms or the Software exceed the amount of zero US dollars (USD $0.00).

7. Intellectual Property

7.1 Open-Source License (GPL-3.0)

ClashX is open-source software released under the GNU General Public License v3.0 (GPL-3.0). The complete source code is publicly available on GitHub:

7.2 Trademarks

The "ClashX" name, logo, and associated visual identities are project identifiers of the ClashX Team. The GPL-3.0 license does not grant any rights to use these trademarks. You may not use them for commercial purposes, as endorsement, or in any manner that may cause confusion without prior written authorization from the ClashX Team.

7.3 Website Content

Original content on this Website — including documentation, tutorials, blog posts, graphics, and page design — is the intellectual property of the ClashX Team and is protected by applicable copyright laws. You may:

• ✓ Use content for personal learning and non-commercial reference
• ✓ Share links to content with proper attribution to clashx.tech
• ✗ Reproduce, republish, or redistribute content for commercial purposes without written authorization
• ✗ Remove or alter copyright notices, author attribution, or source links

8. DMCA Copyright Policy

The ClashX Team respects the intellectual property rights of others and expects its users to do the same. In accordance with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act of 1998 ("DMCA"), 17 U.S.C. § 512, we will respond expeditiously to claims of copyright infringement committed using this Website.

8.1 Filing a DMCA Notice

If you believe that content hosted on this Website infringes your copyright, you may submit a written notification to our designated copyright agent containing the following information:

• A physical or electronic signature of the copyright owner or a person authorized to act on their behalf
• Identification of the copyrighted work claimed to have been infringed
• Identification of the material that is claimed to be infringing, with sufficient detail to locate it on this Website
• Your contact information, including name, address, telephone number, and email address
• A statement that you have a good faith belief that the use of the material is not authorized by the copyright owner, its agent, or the law
• A statement, made under penalty of perjury, that the above information is accurate and that you are the copyright owner or authorized to act on behalf of the owner

8.2 Counter-Notification

If you believe that material removed or disabled as a result of a DMCA notice was not infringing, or that you have authorization to use the material, you may file a counter-notification. Counter-notifications must comply with the requirements of 17 U.S.C. § 512(g)(3).

DMCA notices and counter-notifications should be sent to: clashxtech (at) gmail.com

9. Indemnification

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the ClashX Team, its contributors, licensors, and affiliates from and against any and all claims, damages, obligations, losses, liabilities, costs, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising from or related to:

• Your use of the Software or this Website
• Your violation of these Terms or any applicable law or regulation
• Your violation of any third-party rights, including intellectual property, privacy, or publicity rights
• Any content you submit, post, or transmit through or in connection with the Software
• Your negligence or willful misconduct

This indemnification obligation shall survive the termination of these Terms and your cessation of use of the Software or this Website. The ClashX Team reserves the right, at its own expense, to assume the exclusive defense and control of any matter otherwise subject to indemnification by you, and you agree to cooperate with such defense.

10. Binding Arbitration and Class Action Waiver (United States Users)

10.1 Agreement to Arbitrate

You and the ClashX Team agree that any dispute, claim, or controversy arising out of or relating to these Terms or the use of the Software or Website ("Disputes") shall be resolved exclusively through final and binding arbitration, rather than in court, except that either party may seek injunctive or other equitable relief in court for infringement or misappropriation of intellectual property rights.

10.2 Arbitration Rules

Arbitration shall be administered by the American Arbitration Association ("AAA") under its Consumer Arbitration Rules then in effect. The arbitration shall be conducted by a single arbitrator. The arbitrator's decision shall be final and binding and may be entered as a judgment in any court of competent jurisdiction. The arbitration shall be conducted in English.

10.3 Class Action Waiver

YOU AND THE CLASHX TEAM AGREE THAT EACH PARTY MAY BRING DISPUTES AGAINST THE OTHER ONLY IN AN INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY, AND NOT AS A PLAINTIFF OR CLASS MEMBER IN ANY PURPORTED CLASS, CONSOLIDATED, OR REPRESENTATIVE ACTION. The arbitrator may not consolidate more than one person's claims and may not otherwise preside over any form of a representative or class proceeding.

10.4 Opt-Out Right

You have the right to opt out of this arbitration agreement. To opt out, you must send written notice to clashxtech (at) gmail.com within 30 days of first accepting these Terms. Your opt-out notice must include your full name, mailing address, and a clear statement that you wish to opt out of the arbitration agreement. If you timely opt out, you will not be bound by this arbitration provision, and disputes will be resolved in accordance with Section 12 (Governing Law).

10.5 Small Claims Exception

Notwithstanding the above, either party may bring an individual action in small claims court for disputes within the jurisdictional limits of such court.

11. Export Controls

The Software and related technical data may be subject to export control laws and regulations, including but not limited to the U.S. Export Administration Regulations (EAR), EU Dual-Use Regulation (EU 2021/821), and equivalent laws in other jurisdictions.

You represent and warrant that:

• You are not located in, and will not export or re-export the Software to, any country or region subject to comprehensive trade sanctions or embargoes (including, as of the date of these Terms, Cuba, Iran, North Korea, Syria, and the Crimea, Donetsk, and Luhansk regions of Ukraine)
• You are not on any government restricted party list, including the U.S. Treasury Department's Specially Designated Nationals (SDN) List or the U.S. Commerce Department's Entity List
• You will not use the Software for any purpose prohibited by applicable export control laws, including the development, design, manufacture, or production of nuclear, chemical, or biological weapons, or missile technology

12. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of California, United States, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

For users subject to the arbitration clause in Section 10, disputes shall be resolved as specified therein. For all other users, any disputes arising out of or relating to these Terms that are not subject to arbitration shall be submitted to the exclusive jurisdiction of the state and federal courts located in San Francisco County, California, and you consent to the personal jurisdiction of such courts.

12.1 International Users

If you access the Software or this Website from outside the United States, you do so at your own initiative and are responsible for compliance with local laws. Nothing in these Terms shall deprive consumers in the European Union, the United Kingdom, Australia, Brazil, India, or other jurisdictions of mandatory consumer protection rights afforded under their local laws. Where mandatory local law provides you with greater rights than those set forth in these Terms, such mandatory local law shall prevail.

13. India-Specific Terms

The following provisions apply specifically to users accessing the Software or this Website from India and are in addition to the general Terms above:

13.1 Nature of the Software

ClashX is a client-side proxy configuration tool that runs locally on the user's device. It is not a Virtual Private Network (VPN) provider, intermediary, or telecommunications service provider as defined under the Information Technology Act, 2000 (as amended), the Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules, 2021, or any directions issued by the Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In).

13.2 CERT-In Compliance

As a client-side configuration tool that does not operate servers, does not process user traffic, and does not provide VPN services, ClashX does not fall within the scope of the CERT-In Directions dated April 28, 2022 (regarding logging and data retention obligations for VPN service providers, data centres, and cloud service providers). Users who connect to third-party VPN or proxy services using ClashX should verify that their chosen service provider complies with applicable CERT-In directions.

13.3 User Responsibility under Indian Law

Users in India are solely responsible for ensuring that their use of the Software complies with all applicable Indian laws, including the Information Technology Act, 2000, the Indian Penal Code (or Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, as applicable), and any rules, regulations, or directions issued by competent authorities. The ClashX Team shall not be liable for any user's non-compliance with Indian law.

13.4 Governing Law for Indian Users

For users domiciled in India, these Terms shall be subject to mandatory consumer protection provisions under the Consumer Protection Act, 2019, and the Information Technology Act, 2000, to the extent they provide greater protections than Section 12. Any disputes not resolved through arbitration shall be subject to the jurisdiction of the competent courts in India.

14. Severability and Entire Agreement

14.1 Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found by a court of competent jurisdiction or arbitrator to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable, such provision shall be modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it valid and enforceable, or if modification is not possible, it shall be severed from these Terms. The invalidity or unenforceability of any provision shall not affect the validity or enforceability of the remaining provisions, which shall continue in full force and effect.

14.2 Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with the Privacy Policy and Advertising Disclosure, constitute the entire agreement between you and the ClashX Team with respect to the use of this Website and the Software, and supersede all prior or contemporaneous agreements, negotiations, representations, and proposals, whether written or oral.

14.3 Waiver

The failure of the ClashX Team to enforce any right or provision of these Terms shall not constitute a waiver of such right or provision. Any waiver of any provision of these Terms shall be effective only if in writing and signed by the ClashX Team.

14.4 Assignment

You may not assign or transfer these Terms, or any rights or obligations hereunder, without the prior written consent of the ClashX Team. The ClashX Team may assign these Terms without restriction. These Terms shall be binding upon and inure to the benefit of the parties and their respective successors and permitted assigns.

15. Changes to Terms

The ClashX Team reserves the right to modify, amend, or replace these Terms at any time at its sole discretion. When we make material changes, we will:

• Update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page
• Post the revised Terms on this Website
• Where required by applicable law, provide additional notice (such as a prominent notification on our Website or via GitHub)

Your continued use of the Software or this Website after the effective date of the revised Terms constitutes your acceptance of and agreement to the updated Terms. If you do not agree to the revised Terms, you must stop using the Software and this Website.

We encourage you to review these Terms periodically for any changes. Material changes will not be applied retroactively and will take effect no sooner than fourteen (14) days after posting, except for changes addressing legal requirements, which may take effect immediately.

16. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or feedback regarding these Terms, please contact us through any of the following channels:

• Email: clashxtech (at) gmail.com
• GitHub Issues: Submit an issue
• Website: clashx.tech/en/contact

For DMCA-related inquiries, please refer to Section 8 above. For privacy-related inquiries, please see our Privacy Policy.