1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing and using WhatsMyName ("the Service"), you accept and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use the Service.
2. Service Description
WhatsMyName is a username availability checking service that:
- Checks username availability across 700+ platforms and websites
- Provides real-time search results and availability status
- Offers filtering and sorting capabilities for search results
- Maintains a database of platform information and detection rules
Important: The Service provides information for research and availability checking purposes only. We do not register accounts, claim usernames, or facilitate account creation on behalf of users.
3. Acceptable Use
Permitted Uses
- Personal research on username availability
- Academic or journalistic research
- Business name research and brand protection
- Security research (within legal boundaries)
Prohibited Uses
- Automated scraping or excessive requests that may harm the Service
- Attempting to circumvent rate limits or security measures
- Using the Service for illegal activities or harassment
- Reverse engineering or attempting to access source code
- Spamming or flooding the Service with requests
- Using the Service to violate third-party platforms' terms of service
- Creating fake accounts or impersonating others
4. Rate Limiting and Access
To ensure fair access and service reliability, we implement rate limiting:
- Maximum 10 searches per 15-minute period per IP address
- Additional restrictions may apply during high traffic periods
- Excessive usage may result in temporary or permanent access restrictions
Enterprise Access: If you require higher rate limits for legitimate business use, please contact us to discuss enterprise options.
5. Data Accuracy and Reliability
Service Limitations
- Platform availability can change rapidly; results may not be real-time
- Some platforms may have detection limitations or access restrictions
- False positives and negatives may occur due to platform changes
- Results marked as "Unknown" indicate detection uncertainty
No Guarantees
We provide the Service "as is" without warranties of any kind. We do not guarantee:
- Accuracy of availability information
- Continuous service availability
- Coverage of all platforms or websites
- Real-time updates of platform status
6. Intellectual Property
Our Rights
WhatsMyName and its content, features, and functionality are owned by us and protected by international copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.
Open Source Components
This service is based on the open-source WhatsMyName project. The underlying data and detection rules are available under their respective open-source licenses.
User Content
Search queries and usernames you submit are not considered your intellectual property and may be processed according to our Privacy Policy.
7. Privacy and Data Protection
Your privacy is important to us. Our collection, use, and protection of your information is governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference.
8. Disclaimers and Limitations of Liability
Service Disclaimers
- The Service is provided "as is" and "as available"
- We disclaim all warranties, express or implied
- We do not warrant uninterrupted or error-free service
- Results are for informational purposes only
Limitation of Liability
To the maximum extent permitted by law, we shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, or any loss of profits or revenues.
9. Indemnification
You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless WhatsMyName and its affiliates from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from your use of the Service or violation of these Terms.
10. Service Modifications and Termination
Service Changes
We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue the Service at any time without notice. We may also update platform coverage, features, or functionality.
Access Termination
We may terminate or restrict your access to the Service for violations of these Terms, excessive usage, or other reasons at our discretion.
11. Governing Law
These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with applicable laws. Any legal action or proceeding shall be brought exclusively in the appropriate courts.
12. Changes to Terms
We may update these Terms periodically. Continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the new Terms. We will notify users of significant changes by posting updates on our website.
13. Contact Information
If you have questions about these Terms or need to report violations, please contact us:
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://whatsmyname.ink
14. Severability
If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.