Terms of Use
Last updated: April 5, 2026
1. Acceptance of Terms
By downloading, installing, or using VivyShot ("the App"), you agree to these Terms of Use. If you do not agree, do not use the App.
2. Product Scope
VivyShot is an open source screenshot capture, annotation, and recording product built around a portable core. The currently supported official app surface is macOS, with more native platform surfaces planned over time.
3. Licensing
Source code published at https://github.com/vivy-company/vivyshot uses a split licensing model.
- The Rust core and generated FFI header are licensed under MIT.
- The macOS app sources are licensed under GPL-3.0-only.
- Official App Store binaries use Apple’s App Store terms together with VivyShot binary terms.
4. Restrictions
- You may not use the App for unlawful purposes.
- You may not remove or alter proprietary notices in official binaries.
- You may not misrepresent modified builds as official VivyShot releases.
5. Captured Content
You are responsible for the content you capture, annotate, export, and share through VivyShot, including ensuring you have permission to capture or distribute that material.
6. App Store Distribution
Official macOS distribution is planned through Apple’s App Store. The current pricing direction is a free base app, a $9.99 one-time Lifetime unlock, and an optional $24.99 Supporter purchase. If the App is obtained through Apple, billing, refunds, and account management are handled by Apple.
7. Disclaimer of Warranties
THE APP IS PROVIDED "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. WE DO NOT WARRANT THAT THE APP WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED, ERROR-FREE, OR SUITABLE FOR EVERY WORKFLOW.
8. Limitation of Liability
IN NO EVENT SHALL VIVY TECHNOLOGIES CO., LIMITED BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF YOUR USE OF THE APP OR WEBSITE.
9. Governing Law
These terms shall be governed by the laws of Hong Kong SAR, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.
10. Contact
For questions about these Terms, contact [email protected].