Signal

Terms of Service

These terms govern your use of Signal's services. Please read them carefully to understand your rights and responsibilities.

Last updated: December 15, 2024

Terms Overview

These terms outline the rules and guidelines for using Signal's secure communication services.

Acceptance of Terms
By using Signal, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you don't agree to these terms, please don't use our service.
  • You must be at least 13 years old to use Signal
  • You agree to use the service in compliance with applicable laws
  • You are responsible for maintaining the security of your account
Service Description
Signal provides secure messaging, voice calling, and video calling services with end-to-end encryption.
  • Free messaging and calling services
  • End-to-end encryption for all communications
  • Cross-platform compatibility
  • Group chat functionality
User Responsibilities
Users are responsible for their conduct and content while using Signal's services.
  • Respect the privacy and rights of others
  • Don't use the service for illegal activities
  • Don't attempt to compromise the security of the service
  • Report any security vulnerabilities you discover
Intellectual Property
Signal and its content are protected by intellectual property laws and remain the property of Signal Foundation.
  • Signal Foundation owns all rights to the service
  • Users retain rights to their own content
  • Open source components are available under their respective licenses
  • Trademarks and logos are protected property
Limitation of Liability
Signal Foundation provides the service 'as is' and limits its liability to the extent permitted by law.
  • Service is provided without warranties
  • We're not liable for indirect or consequential damages
  • Liability is limited to the amount you paid for the service
  • Some jurisdictions don't allow liability limitations
Termination
Either party may terminate the service agreement at any time, subject to the terms outlined in this section.
  • You can delete your account at any time
  • We may terminate accounts that violate these terms
  • Termination doesn't affect your privacy rights
  • Data deletion procedures are outlined in our privacy policy

Important Notices

Please pay special attention to these important terms and conditions.

Governing Law

These terms are governed by the laws of the United States, specifically the state of California. Any disputes will be resolved in the courts of San Francisco County, California.

Changes to Terms

We may update these terms from time to time. We'll notify users of significant changes through the app or our website. Continued use of the service after changes constitutes acceptance of the new terms.

Severability

If any provision of these terms is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue to be effective. We'll work to replace unenforceable terms with enforceable alternatives.

Questions About These Terms?

If you have questions about these terms of service or need clarification on any provision, please contact our legal team.

Email: legal@signal.org

For urgent legal matters, please include "URGENT" in the subject line.