End User License Agreement (EULA)
for the rsk.qr software – QR Code Generator
between
Christian Rüsken
ruesken.net – Everyday Tools
Germany
(hereinafter “Licensor”)
and
the respective end user
(hereinafter “Licensee”)
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By installing, copying, or otherwise using the software “rsk.qr – QR Code Generator” (hereinafter “Software”), the Licensee agrees to the terms of this End User License Agreement.
If the Licensee objects to these terms, they are not authorized to install or use the Software and must cancel the installation or remove the Software immediately.
1. Subject Matter of the Agreement
1.1 The subject matter of this Agreement is the provision of the software “rsk.qr – QR Code Generator” in the version provided at any given time in executable form (object code), including the accompanying electronic documentation (hereinafter collectively referred to as “Software”).
1.2 The software is not sold to the Licensee but is provided exclusively for use in accordance with this Agreement.
All rights not expressly granted herein remain with the Licensor.
2. Grant of License and Scope of Use
2.1 The Licensor grants the Licensee a non-exclusive, non-transferable, and non-sublicensable license to use the Software.
2.2 Unless otherwise expressly agreed, a license entitles a single user to install and use the software on a single device.
A corresponding multi-user license is required for use on multiple devices.
2.3 The Licensee is authorized to make a backup copy of the Software, provided that it is used exclusively for backup purposes and is clearly labeled as such.
2.4 The transfer, rental, lending, or other provision of the software to third parties is prohibited without the prior written consent of the licensor.
2.5 Providing the software as a service (e.g., SaaS, hosting, remote access for third parties) is not permitted unless expressly agreed to in writing.
3. Copyright and Intellectual Property Rights
3.1 The software is protected by copyright.
All rights, including but not limited to copyrights, trademarks, and other intellectual property rights, are exclusively reserved by the licensor.
3.2 The Licensee may not remove, alter, or obscure any notices regarding copyrights, trademarks, license keys, serial numbers, or other proprietary notices.
3.3 License keys, activation data, or access information must be treated as confidential and protected from access by third parties.
4. Prohibited Acts
4.1 You may not decompile, disassemble, reverse engineer, or otherwise determine the source code of the software, unless expressly permitted by law.
4.2 The Licensee may not modify, adapt, or translate the Software, nor create derivative works based on it, unless expressly permitted or required by law.
4.3 Technical protection measures, licensing mechanisms, or activation systems must not be circumvented, tampered with, or disabled.
4.4 Use of the software for unlawful purposes or to process unlawful content is prohibited.
The licensee bears sole responsibility for the content generated or processed using the software (e.g., QR codes and their destination content).
5. Installation, Activation, and Updates
5.1 Unless otherwise agreed, the Licensee is solely responsible for installation, configuration, and system compatibility.
5.2 The software may require online activation or license verification.
The licensee agrees to provide accurate information during the activation process.
5.3 The Licensor is entitled to verify the validity of the license through technical means, to the extent that this is necessary and reasonable.
5.4 The Licensor may provide updates, patches, or new versions, but is under no obligation to do so.
Functional changes or enhancements are permitted, provided they are reasonable for the Licensee.
6. Term and Termination
6.1 Unless otherwise agreed, the license is granted for an indefinite period.
6.2 The Licensor is entitled to terminate this Agreement without notice for good cause, in particular in the event of serious or repeated breaches of the Agreement.
6.3 The right to use the software terminates upon termination of the contract.
The licensee must completely uninstall the software and delete all copies and license information.
6.4 Statutory rights of termination and withdrawal remain unaffected.
7. Warranty
7.1 The software meets the technical standards typical of comparable software.
We cannot guarantee that the software will be completely error-free or available at all times.
7.2 The statutory warranty provisions apply unless this contract provides otherwise.
7.3 In particular, no defect exists if the issues are attributable to improper use, unsupported system environments, or third-party software.
8. Liability
8.1 The Licensor shall have unlimited liability in cases of willful misconduct, gross negligence, and injury to life, limb, or health.
8.2 In cases of slight negligence, the Licensor shall be liable only for breaches of material contractual obligations (cardinal obligations) and only for foreseeable, typical damages.
8.3 Liability for lost profits, data loss, indirect damages, or consequential damages is excluded to the extent permitted by law.
8.4 Limitations of liability also apply in favor of the licensor’s legal representatives and agents.
9. Data Security and Privacy
9.1 The licensee is responsible for performing regular data backups.
9.2 The Licensor shall not be liable for any loss of data resulting from inadequate backup measures.
9.3 Information regarding data processing—such as in connection with activation, telemetry, or support—can be found in the separate privacy policy on ruesken.net.
10. Disclosure to Third Parties
10.1 The license may not be transferred to third parties without the prior written consent of the licensor.
10.2 In the event of an approved transfer, the original licensee must cease all use of the software and delete all copies.
11. Changes to this EULA
11.1 The Licensor is entitled to amend this EULA for objective reasons with future effect.
11.2 Changes will be announced in an appropriate manner.
If the licensee does not object within a reasonable period of time or continues to use the software, the changes shall be deemed accepted.
12. Final Provisions
12.1 The laws of the Federal Republic of Germany shall apply, excluding the United Nations Convention on Contracts for the International Sale of Goods (CISG).
12.2 If the Licensee is a merchant or a legal entity under public law, the place of jurisdiction shall be the Licensor’s registered office.
12.3 If any provision of this Agreement is or becomes invalid, the validity of the remaining provisions shall remain unaffected.
12.4 Any side agreements must be in writing. This also applies to any changes to this requirement for written form.
