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Last Updated: June 2025
MIT Licensed

Welcome to BottleCRM

BottleCRM is a free, open-source Customer Relationship Management (CRM) software designed specifically for startups and small businesses. These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your use of the BottleCRM software and any related services we provide.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing, downloading, or using BottleCRM software, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use our software or services.

  • These terms apply to all users of BottleCRM software
  • By downloading or using our software, you accept these terms
  • If you disagree with any part, please do not use BottleCRM

2. Software License & Open Source

BottleCRM is distributed under the MIT License, which grants you extensive rights to use, modify, and distribute the software. You may freely download, install, customize, and self-host BottleCRM without any licensing fees or subscription charges.

MIT License Summary

Permission is hereby granted, free of charge, to any person obtaining a copy of this software...

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What you can do:

Use BottleCRM for personal or commercial purposes
Modify and customize the source code
Distribute copies of the original or modified software
Self-host on your own servers or cloud infrastructure

3. Free Software Services

The BottleCRM software is provided free of charge with no warranty or guarantee. We make no representations about the software's suitability for your specific business needs. Use at your own risk.

Important Disclaimers for Free Software:

  • BottleCRM is provided "as is" without warranty of any kind
  • No guarantee of fitness for any particular purpose
  • Users are responsible for their own data backup and security
  • Community support available through GitHub and forums

5. User Responsibilities

You are responsible for your use of BottleCRM, including compliance with applicable laws, data protection regulations, and proper security practices when self-hosting the software.

Your Responsibilities Include:

Data Protection: Comply with GDPR, CCPA, and other applicable data protection laws
Security: Implement proper security measures when self-hosting
Legal Compliance: Use BottleCRM in accordance with applicable laws
Proper Use: Do not use the software for illegal or harmful activities

6. Disclaimers & Limitations

BottleCRM is provided "as is" without warranty of any kind. We shall not be liable for any damages arising from the use of our software or services, except as required by applicable law.

Limitation of Liability:

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.

  • We are not responsible for data loss or business interruption
  • No warranty regarding software performance or reliability
  • Users assume all risks associated with software use

7. Contact Information

For questions about these Terms of Service, the BottleCRM software, or our paid services, please contact us:

8. Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms of Service from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date. Your continued use of BottleCRM after any changes constitutes acceptance of the new terms.

For significant changes affecting paid services, we will provide reasonable notice to existing customers.

9. Governing Law

These Terms of Service are governed by and construed in accordance with applicable international open-source software laws and the MIT License under which BottleCRM is distributed. Any disputes shall be resolved through appropriate legal channels in the jurisdiction where the dispute arises.

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