The terms governing use of rVPN's open-source software, mobile clients, and related services.
By downloading, installing, or using rVPN software, mobile applications, or connecting to an rVPN server operated by PDG Global Limited ("Company," "we," "our," or "us"), you ("User" or "you") agree to be bound by these terms & conditions.
If you do not agree to these terms, do not use the Service. These terms apply to both the open-source software and any commercial mobile applications distributed by PDG Global Limited.
rVPN is self-hosted. Most users deploy and operate their own rVPN server. PDG Global Limited does not operate a central service. We provide the software, and you run it on your own infrastructure.
rVPN is a secure VPN protocol built in Rust that provides encrypted transport over WebSocket/TLS on port 443. The Service consists of:
rvpn-mobile library are open-source under AGPL v3.0. Anyone can audit, modify, and distribute this code.rvpn-mobile library. Revenue funds ongoing rVPN development.The rVPN core protocol, server, and rvpn-mobile library are licensed under the GNU Affero General Public License v3.0 (AGPL-3.0). You are free to use, modify, and distribute the software subject to the terms of that licence.
Our iOS and macOS client applications distributed through the Apple App Store are closed-source commercial products. Purchasing these applications supports ongoing development of the rVPN project. They are provided under a standard EULA and subject to the App Store Terms of Service.
For commercial use cases that cannot comply with AGPL-3.0 obligations, a separate commercial licence is available. Contact us for details.
You are responsible for ensuring your use of the Software complies with all applicable laws in your jurisdiction.
You must not use the Software for any illegal purpose, including but not limited to: fraud, distribution of malware, or unauthorised access to computer systems.
You are responsible for securing your identity keys and prekey bundles. Loss of these credentials may compromise your connection security.
When self-hosting a server, you are responsible for its operation, security, and compliance with applicable laws. PDG Global Limited has no control over and no responsibility for servers operated by users or third parties.
If you connect to an rVPN server operated by PDG Global Limited, the following activities are prohibited:
We reserve the right to terminate access for any user found violating these terms. This section does not apply to self-hosted servers, which are operated entirely by the user.
The Software is provided "as is", without warranty of any kind, express or implied, including but not limited to the warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement. In no event shall the authors or copyright holders be liable for any claim, damages, or other liability, whether in an action of contract, tort, or otherwise, arising from, out of, or in connection with the Software or the use or other dealings in the Software.
rVPN is security software. While we employ industry-standard cryptographic practices, no system can guarantee absolute security. You use the Service at your own risk.
To the maximum extent permitted by law, PDG Global Limited and its contributors shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, or any loss of profits or revenues, whether incurred directly or indirectly, or any loss of data, use, goodwill, or other intangible losses resulting from:
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless PDG Global Limited and its officers, directors, employees, agents, and contributors from any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of or in any way connected with your use of the Service, your violation of these terms, or your violation of any rights of any third party.
For mobile applications downloaded through the Apple App Store, the following additional terms apply:
PDG-operated servers: we may terminate or suspend your access immediately, without prior notice or liability, for any reason, including without limitation if you breach these terms.
Self-hosted servers: PDG Global Limited has no control over access. The server operator is solely responsible for managing user access.
These terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.
Any dispute arising from or related to these terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Hong Kong.
We reserve the right to modify these terms at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to this page. We will attempt to provide notice of material changes through the application or our website, but you are responsible for periodically reviewing these terms.
Your continued use of the Service after any changes constitutes acceptance of the revised terms.
PDG Global Limited
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