Terms of Service

1. Agreement to Terms

By accessing or using librehardwaremonitor.net (“the Website”), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, you should stop using the Website immediately.

These Terms apply to all visitors, users, and anyone who accesses the Website in any capacity. By continuing to browse or use the Website, you confirm that you have read, understood, and accepted these Terms in their entirety.

These Terms took effect on March 4, 2026. Any previous agreements or understandings regarding the use of this Website are replaced by this document.

2. Description of Service

librehardwaremonitor.net is an independently operated informational website. We provide guides, download links, system requirements, installation instructions, and general information related to Libre Hardware Monitor, the open-source hardware monitoring tool developed by the LibreHardwareMonitor community on GitHub.

We do not host any software files on our servers. All download links on this Website point to official sources, primarily GitHub Releases. Content on this Website is provided for informational and educational purposes only.

Libre Hardware Monitor is free, open-source software released under the Mozilla Public License 2.0 (MPL-2.0). All rights to the software belong to its contributors and maintainers.

3. Intellectual Property

The name “Libre Hardware Monitor,” associated logos, and the software itself are the intellectual property of their respective owners and contributors. Our use of these names and trademarks on this Website is strictly for identification and informational purposes.

Original content on this Website – including articles, guides, descriptions, page layouts, and HTML/CSS code – is the property of librehardwaremonitor.net. You may not copy, reproduce, scrape, or redistribute this original content without written permission.

Any software screenshots or images used on this Website are used under fair use principles for informational and educational purposes. If you are a rights holder and believe your content has been used improperly, please contact us through our Contact page.

4. Use of the Website

You agree to use this Website only for lawful purposes. When using librehardwaremonitor.net, you agree not to:

• Use the site in any way that violates applicable local, national, or international laws
• Attempt to interfere with the Website’s operation, security, or infrastructure
• Scrape, crawl, or harvest content using automated tools without prior written permission
• Use the site to distribute malware, spam, phishing attempts, or any malicious content
• Impersonate any person, organization, or entity
• Send excessive automated requests that could overload the server
• Circumvent, disable, or tamper with any security features on the Website
• Use the Website’s content to create competing or derivative websites

We reserve the right to restrict access to anyone who violates these rules, without prior notice.

5. Downloads and Software

All download links on librehardwaremonitor.net direct you to external sources – specifically the official GitHub Releases page for Libre Hardware Monitor. We do not host, modify, repackage, bundle, or redistribute any software files.

Because we link to external sources, we cannot guarantee the safety, integrity, or continued availability of any download at any given time. You are solely responsible for:

• Verifying that you are downloading from the correct, official source
• Scanning all downloaded files with up-to-date antivirus software before running them
• Reading and agreeing to the software’s own license terms (MPL-2.0 for Libre Hardware Monitor)
• Confirming that the software is compatible with your operating system and hardware
• Backing up your data before installing any new software on your system
• Understanding that Libre Hardware Monitor uses the WinRing0 kernel driver, which some antivirus programs may flag – this is a known false positive, but you should verify independently

We do not provide technical support for Libre Hardware Monitor. For bug reports, feature requests, or technical help, visit the official GitHub Issues page.

Download links may become outdated as new versions are released. We make reasonable efforts to keep links current, but cannot guarantee that every link is up to date at all times.

6. Disclaimer of Warranties

We make no warranties or representations regarding:

• The accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of any information on the Website
• Whether the Website will be available without interruption or free of errors
• Whether the Website or its content is free from viruses, malware, or harmful components
• The fitness of any information for a particular purpose
• Whether download links will function correctly or point to the most current versions
• The accuracy of system requirements, feature descriptions, or installation instructions

Software information changes frequently. Libre Hardware Monitor receives regular updates, and version numbers, features, system requirements, and supported hardware may change between our last update and your visit. We disclaim all warranties to the fullest extent permitted by applicable law.

7. Limitation of Liability

Under no circumstances shall librehardwaremonitor.net, its operators, contributors, or affiliates be liable for any of the following:

• Direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages of any kind
• Damages arising from your use of, or inability to use, this Website
• Damages arising from any software downloaded through links provided on this Website
• Loss of data, revenue, profit, business opportunity, or goodwill
• Computer damage, data loss, system corruption, or hardware failure
• Any action you take based on information published on this Website
• Issues caused by the WinRing0 kernel driver or any other component of Libre Hardware Monitor
• Inaccurate sensor readings, incorrect system monitoring data, or decisions made based on such data

This limitation applies regardless of the legal theory – whether based on warranty, contract, tort, negligence, strict liability, or any other basis. It applies even if we have been specifically advised of the possibility of such damages.

Our total aggregate liability to you for any and all claims shall not exceed zero dollars ($0.00 USD).

8. External Links

This Website contains links to third-party websites and resources, including GitHub, the official Libre Hardware Monitor repository, and other software-related sites. These links are provided for convenience and informational purposes only.

We have no control over the content, privacy policies, security practices, or availability of external websites. Linking to a third-party site does not mean we endorse it or accept responsibility for its content.

You access external links entirely at your own risk. We recommend reviewing the terms of service and privacy policy of any third-party website before using it.

9. Advertisements

This Website may display advertisements served through Google AdSense or similar third-party advertising networks. These ads are not created, selected, or endorsed by us. Ad content is determined by the advertising network based on factors like your browsing activity, location, and interests.

We are not responsible for the content, accuracy, claims, or reliability of any advertisement displayed on this Website. Clicking on ads is entirely at your own discretion. If you purchase a product or service through an advertisement, that transaction is between you and the advertiser only.

10. Content Accuracy and Updates

We make reasonable efforts to keep the information on this Website accurate and up to date. Libre Hardware Monitor is actively developed – as of version 0.9.4, the project has over 262 contributors and receives frequent updates with new hardware support and bug fixes.

Given the pace of development, some information on this Website may become outdated between updates. Version numbers, feature lists, supported hardware, system requirements, and download links may not always reflect the absolute latest state of the project.

We reserve the right to modify, update, correct, or remove any content on the Website at any time without notice. If you spot an error or outdated information, we appreciate a heads-up through our Contact page.

11. DMCA and Copyright

We respect intellectual property rights and comply with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA). If you believe that any content on this Website infringes on your copyright, please review the process outlined on our Disclaimer page.

We will respond to valid DMCA takedown notices promptly and remove or disable access to the allegedly infringing material. Repeat infringers will have their access to the Website terminated.

12. Privacy

Your use of this Website is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which describes what information we collect, how we use it, and how we protect it. By using the Website, you consent to the data practices described in the Privacy Policy.

In short: we do not require user accounts, registrations, or logins. We may use Google Analytics to understand traffic patterns and Google AdSense to display advertisements. Both of these services use cookies. Full details are in the Privacy Policy.

13. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless librehardwaremonitor.net and its operators from any and all claims, damages, losses, liabilities, costs, and expenses (including reasonable legal fees) arising from or related to:

• Your use of (or inability to use) this Website
• Your violation of any provision of these Terms
• Your violation of any third-party rights, including intellectual property rights
• Any content you submit through the Website’s contact form
• Any damage caused by software you downloaded through links on this Website

14. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with applicable laws. Any disputes arising from or related to these Terms or your use of the Website shall first be addressed through good-faith negotiation between the parties.

If negotiation does not resolve the dispute within 30 days, either party may submit the matter to the appropriate courts with jurisdiction. You agree to submit to the personal jurisdiction of such courts for the purpose of resolving any dispute.

15. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found by a court of competent jurisdiction to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect. The invalid provision shall be modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it valid and enforceable while preserving the original intent.

16. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify, revise, or replace these Terms at any time. When we make changes, the updated Terms will be posted on this page with a new “Last Updated” date at the top.

Your continued use of the Website after any changes to these Terms constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms. We encourage you to check this page periodically to stay informed about our Terms of Service.

17. Termination

We reserve the right to restrict, suspend, or terminate your access to the Website at any time, without prior notice, for any reason – including but not limited to violations of these Terms.

All provisions of these Terms that should logically survive termination will survive, including but not limited to intellectual property provisions, disclaimers, limitations of liability, and indemnification obligations.

18. Entire Agreement

These Terms of Service, together with our Privacy Policy and Disclaimer, constitute the entire agreement between you and librehardwaremonitor.net regarding your use of the Website.

These documents supersede any prior agreements, understandings, or arrangements between you and us, whether written or oral, relating to the subject matter covered here.

19. Contact

If you have questions, concerns, or feedback about these Terms of Service, please reach out through our Contact page. We aim to respond to all inquiries within a reasonable timeframe.