Terms and Conditions

1. Acceptance of Terms

By downloading, installing, or using Orca Slicer, you agree to comply with these Terms and Conditions, including our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to these Terms, you may not use Orca Slicer or its related services.

2. License and Usage Rights

Orca Slicer is free and open-source software released under the GPLv3 License. Under this license, you may:

• Download, install, and use Orca Slicer for personal or commercial purposes.
• Modify, distribute, and adapt the software in compliance with the GPLv3 license terms.

You may not use Orca Slicer for illegal activities or purposes that violate applicable laws or regulations. If you distribute modified versions, you must include proper attribution and comply with GPLv3 requirements.

3. Third-Party Integrations

Orca Slicer may integrate with third-party services, including but not limited to Obico, OctoPrint, and Klipper (Mainsail and Fluidd). When using these integrations:

• You agree to the terms and privacy policies of those third-party platforms.
• Some data may be shared to enable functionality such as remote monitoring or AI failure detection.

4. Intellectual Property

Orca Slicer, its logo, and related website content are the intellectual property of SoftFever and contributors. You may not use our trademarks or branding without written permission, except as allowed under the GPLv3 license.

5. Software Updates and Modifications

SoftFever may release updates, patches, or new features to improve Orca Slicer. You agree that Orca Slicer may automatically install updates. Modifications made by users are permitted under the GPLv3 license, but SoftFever is not responsible for issues or damages resulting from modified versions.

6. Disclaimer of Warranties

Orca Slicer is provided “as is” without warranties of any kind. SoftFever disclaims all warranties, express or implied, including but not limited to fitness for a particular purpose, non-infringement, or accuracy. We do not guarantee that Orca Slicer will be error-free or meet all user requirements.

7. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, SoftFever shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages including loss of profits, data, or equipment damage resulting from the use or inability to use Orca Slicer.

8. User Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with all applicable laws when using Orca Slicer.
• Maintain the confidentiality of any account credentials for connected services.
• Back up your 3D models and configurations regularly.

9. Termination

SoftFever reserves the right to restrict or terminate access to Orca Slicer if you violate these Terms. You may stop using the software at any time. The GPLv3 license terms will continue to apply after termination.

10. Privacy and Data Protection

Your use of Orca Slicer is governed by our Privacy Policy. By using Orca Slicer, you consent to the collection and handling of data as outlined therein.

11. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms are governed by the laws of the United States. Any disputes shall be resolved exclusively in the courts of California, United States. By using Orca Slicer, you consent to the jurisdiction of these courts.

12. Changes to Terms

We may update these Terms periodically to reflect changes in legal, technical, or operational requirements. Updates will be posted on this page, and your continued use of Orca Slicer after changes take effect constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

13. Contact Information