Terms of Service

Last updated: October 9, 2025

Agreement to Terms

By accessing or using PentestList ("the Platform"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, do not use the Platform.

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Continued use of the Platform after changes constitutes acceptance of the modified Terms.

Acceptable Use

Permitted Use

PentestList is a platform for security professionals to:

  • Discover and share penetration testing tools
  • Submit and review security-related content
  • Engage with the security community
  • Learn about security tools and techniques
  • Contribute to the collective knowledge base

Prohibited Activities

You may not use the Platform to:

  • Share malicious code, malware, or exploits intended to cause harm
  • Promote illegal activities or unauthorized access to systems
  • Harass, threaten, or abuse other users
  • Impersonate others or misrepresent your identity
  • Spam or engage in unsolicited advertising
  • Attempt to circumvent security measures or gain unauthorized access
  • Scrape, crawl, or data mine the Platform without permission
  • Upload viruses or malicious code
  • Violate intellectual property rights
  • Manipulate voting, kudos, or ranking systems

User Accounts

  • You must provide accurate and complete information when creating an account
  • You are responsible for maintaining the security of your account
  • You must notify us immediately of any unauthorized access
  • One person may not create multiple accounts
  • We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate these Terms
  • You may not transfer or share your account with others

Content Submission and Moderation

Your Content

When you submit content to PentestList:

  • You retain ownership of your content
  • You grant us a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, display, and distribute your content on the Platform
  • You represent that you have the right to submit the content
  • You are responsible for the accuracy and legality of your submissions
  • All submissions are subject to review and approval before publication

Content Guidelines

Submitted content must:

  • Be relevant to penetration testing and security
  • Be accurate and not misleading
  • Include proper attribution and sources
  • Not contain malicious code or links
  • Respect intellectual property rights
  • Not promote illegal activities

Moderation

We reserve the right to:

  • Review, approve, reject, or remove any submission
  • Edit submissions for formatting or clarity
  • Remove content that violates these Terms
  • Moderate reviews, comments, and user interactions

Kudos and Gamification

  • Kudos points are awarded for contributions and engagement
  • Kudos have no monetary value and cannot be redeemed for cash
  • We reserve the right to adjust kudos values and award criteria
  • Manipulation of the kudos system is prohibited and may result in account suspension
  • Kudos may be adjusted or removed if earned through violations of these Terms

Intellectual Property

Platform Content

The Platform, including its design, features, and original content (excluding user submissions), is owned by PentestList and protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

User Submissions

You retain ownership of your submissions, but by submitting content, you grant us the necessary rights to operate the Platform and display your contributions.

Third-Party Tools

Tool listings and descriptions are provided for informational purposes. PentestList does not claim ownership of third-party tools listed on the Platform. All trademarks and product names belong to their respective owners.

Disclaimers and Limitations

Educational Purpose

PentestList is provided for educational and informational purposes. Tools and techniques listed should only be used in authorized, legal security testing scenarios with proper permissions.

"As-Is" Service

The Platform is provided "as-is" without warranties of any kind. We do not guarantee:

  • Accuracy or completeness of tool information
  • Uninterrupted or error-free service
  • Security or safety of third-party tools
  • Results from using tools or content

User Responsibility

You are solely responsible for:

  • Verifying the safety and legality of tools before use
  • Obtaining proper authorization before conducting security testing
  • Compliance with applicable laws and regulations
  • Any consequences of using tools or information from the Platform

Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, PentestList and its operators shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages resulting from:

  • Use or inability to use the Platform
  • Unauthorized access to or alteration of your data
  • Actions of third parties on the Platform
  • Use of tools or information listed on the Platform
  • Any other matter relating to the Platform

Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless PentestList, its operators, and affiliates from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, and expenses (including legal fees) arising from:

  • Your use of the Platform
  • Your violation of these Terms
  • Your violation of any rights of another party
  • Your submissions or content

Termination

We may suspend or terminate your account and access to the Platform:

  • For violations of these Terms
  • For illegal or harmful activities
  • If required by law
  • At our discretion for any reason

You may terminate your account at any time by contacting us. Upon termination, your right to use the Platform ceases immediately.

Dispute Resolution

Any disputes arising from these Terms or use of the Platform shall be resolved through good-faith negotiation. If negotiation fails, disputes shall be subject to the jurisdiction of the courts in the location where PentestList operates.

General Provisions

  • Entire Agreement: These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and PentestList
  • Severability: If any provision is found invalid, the remaining provisions remain in effect
  • No Waiver: Failure to enforce any right does not waive that right
  • Assignment: You may not assign these Terms; we may assign them without restriction
  • Force Majeure: We are not liable for delays or failures due to circumstances beyond our control

Contact Information

For questions about these Terms, please contact us:

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