Terms of Use
Effective Date: January 13, 2026
Welcome to ClipDeck, operated by Hillsden Ventures LLC ("we," "us," or "our"). By accessing or using the ClipDeck application or website (collectively, the "Service"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use.
1. Eligibility
You must be at least 18 years old to use this Service. By using ClipDeck, you represent and warrant that you meet this age requirement.
2. About ClipDeck
ClipDeck is a "reader app" that enables users to discover, stream, and share podcast content. We do not host or publish podcast episodes ourselves. Full episode audio is streamed directly from the original podcast publishers' servers via RSS feeds. We provide links to full episodes so users can access the complete content from the original source.
ClipDeck also features short audio clips (limited to 180 seconds or less) from podcast episodes, designed to help listeners discover episodes they may enjoy. These short clips are intended to promote podcast discovery and fall within fair use principles for commentary, criticism, and promotion of the original works.
3. User Conduct
You agree not to:
- Post illegal, harmful, threatening, abusive, harassing, defamatory, or hateful content
- Upload sexually explicit or obscene material
- Infringe on copyrights, trademarks, or other intellectual property rights
- Engage in spam, scams, fraud, or deceptive practices
- Attempt to interfere with, compromise, or disrupt the Service
- Use the Service for any unlawful purpose
User-Recorded Audio Clips
ClipDeck allows users to record and share their own original audio clips using their device's microphone. When recording clips, you agree to:
- Only record and share content that you have created or have the right to share
- Not record or share copyrighted music, audio from other podcasts, or third-party content without permission
- Ensure your recordings comply with all applicable laws, including privacy and defamation laws
- Obtain consent from any individuals whose voices are included in your recordings, where required by law
- Take responsibility for the content of your recordings
4. User-Generated Content & License Grant
You retain ownership of any content you create and upload to ClipDeck, including audio clips, episodes, comments, and other materials ("User Content"). However, by posting, uploading, or otherwise submitting User Content to the Service, you grant Hillsden Ventures LLC and its affiliates a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free, perpetual, irrevocable, sublicensable, and transferable license to:
- Use, reproduce, modify, adapt, publish, translate, and create derivative works from your User Content
- Display, perform, and distribute your User Content in any media formats and through any media channels, whether now known or later developed
- Use your username, display name, voice, likeness, and image in connection with your User Content
- Allow other users of the Service to view, access, store, and reproduce your User Content for personal, non-commercial use
This license allows us to operate and improve the Service, promote content, and provide features such as content discovery, recommendations, and sharing. This license continues even if you stop using the Service or delete your content, to the extent it has been shared, distributed, or copied by others or is needed for archival or legal purposes.
You represent and warrant that you have all necessary rights to grant this license and that your User Content does not infringe upon the rights of any third party.
Creator Content: If you are a Creator-tier user, you may upload longer-form episodes (up to 20 minutes). The same license terms apply to all Creator content. By uploading episodes, you confirm you have the rights to all audio content, including any music, sound effects, or third-party materials included.
5. Intellectual Property & DMCA
We respect intellectual property rights. If you believe content on ClipDeck infringes your copyright, please contact us at support@clipdeck.fm with:
- Identification of the copyrighted work
- Identification of the infringing material and its location
- Your contact information
- A statement of good faith belief that the use is unauthorized
- A statement under penalty of perjury that you are authorized to act on behalf of the copyright owner
- Your physical or electronic signature
We will respond to valid takedown requests promptly and may remove or disable access to allegedly infringing content.
6. Subscriptions & Payments
ClipDeck offers optional paid subscriptions ("ClipDeck Verified"). On iOS devices, subscriptions are processed through Apple's App Store and are subject to Apple's terms. Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions automatically renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage and cancel subscriptions in your device's Account Settings.
7. Account Termination
We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate these Terms, at our sole discretion and without prior notice. You may delete your account at any time by contacting support@clipdeck.fm.
8. Disclaimers
The Service is provided "as is" and "as available" without warranties of any kind, express or implied. We do not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any content. We are not responsible for content created by users or third-party podcast publishers.
9. Limitation of Liability
To the maximum extent permitted by law, Hillsden Ventures LLC shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of the Service.
10. Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Utah, United States, without regard to conflict of law principles.
11. Community Guidelines
- Be respectful in comments and interactions
- No bullying, targeted harassment, or hate speech
- Report abuse to support@clipdeck.fm
12. Changes to Terms
We may update these Terms from time to time. Continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms. We encourage you to review this page periodically.
13. Contact
For questions about these Terms, contact us at support@clipdeck.fm.
14. Content Sourcing & Compliance
ClipDeck strives to be fully compliant with all copyright laws and best practices by sourcing and streaming content directly from providers using approved sources, including public RSS feeds from podcast publishers and licensed data providers such as Listen Notes, which explicitly states: "Absolutely, you can legally stream podcast audio on your apps or websites using Listen API" and explains the "reader app" concept and fair use principles here. At 180 seconds or less, audio clips on ClipDeck are always within industry best practice fair use guidelines, and are employed as a trailer or sampler to attract listeners to the full episode from the publisher. Content is never scraped or obtained surreptitiously, and ClipDeck responds to content removal requests as required.
