Terms of Service

Last Updated: February 7, 2026

Welcome to Markest (the "Service"), a multi-document markdown pastebin operated by Techster Dynamics ("we," "us," or "our"), a trading name of Techster Ltd (Company No. 17005321). By accessing or using our Service, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). Please read them carefully.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By creating an account or using the Service, you confirm that:

You are at least 18 years of age or the age of legal majority in your jurisdiction
You have the legal capacity to enter into a binding agreement
You agree to comply with these Terms and all applicable laws and regulations

If you are using the Service on behalf of an organisation, you represent that you have the authority to bind that organisation to these Terms.

2. Description of Service

Markest is a web-based platform that allows users to:

Create, edit, and share multi-document markdown pastes
Organise markdown files into collections with sidebar navigation
Share pastes publicly, as unlisted links, or keep them private
Render markdown with support for tables, Mermaid diagrams, task lists, and internal cross-document linking
Download paste content as ZIP archives
Access paste content via a RESTful API

The Service is provided free of charge and may be subject to usage limits at our discretion.

3. Account Registration and Security

3.1 Account Creation

To create and manage pastes, you must register an account. You may register using:

An email address and password
Google OAuth sign-in

You agree to provide accurate and complete registration information and to keep your credentials confidential.

3.2 Account Security

You are responsible for:

All activities that occur under your account
Maintaining the security of your login credentials
Notifying us immediately of any unauthorised access

3.3 Account Termination

We may suspend or terminate your account if you violate these Terms, engage in abusive behaviour, or use the Service for prohibited purposes. You may request deletion of your account and associated data at any time by contacting us.

4. User Content

4.1 Ownership

You retain ownership of all content you upload to the Service ("User Content"). By uploading content, you grant us a limited, non-exclusive licence to store, process, compress, and display your content solely for the purpose of providing the Service.

4.2 Content Responsibility

You are solely responsible for any content you create, upload, or share through the Service. You represent and warrant that:

You have the right to upload and share such content
Your content does not infringe on any third-party intellectual property rights
Your content does not violate any applicable laws or regulations

4.3 Content Storage

Markdown content is stored in compressed (gzipped) format
Individual documents are limited to 128KB per file
Each paste is limited to 50 documents and 512KB total content
Content may be subject to automatic expiry if configured by the user

5. Acceptable Use Policy

5.1 Permitted Uses

You may use the Service for:

Sharing technical documentation, notes, and guides
Collaborative knowledge sharing
Publishing markdown-formatted content
Personal note-taking and document organisation

5.2 Prohibited Uses

You agree NOT to use the Service to:

Upload, store, or share illegal, defamatory, or harmful content
Distribute malware, viruses, or malicious code
Engage in phishing, fraud, or impersonation
Violate intellectual property rights of others
Send spam or use the Service for unsolicited bulk distribution
Attempt to circumvent security measures or access controls
Reverse engineer, decompile, or attempt to extract the Service's source code
Overload, disrupt, or interfere with the Service infrastructure
Store or transmit sensitive personal data (e.g., passwords, financial details, health records) in paste content
Use the Service for any purpose that violates applicable laws or regulations

5.3 Content Moderation

We reserve the right to remove any content that violates these Terms or that we deem harmful, abusive, or inappropriate, without prior notice.

6. Intellectual Property

6.1 Our Intellectual Property

The Service, including its design, code, branding, logos, and documentation, is the property of Techster Ltd and is protected by intellectual property laws. You may not copy, modify, or distribute any part of the Service without our prior written consent.

6.2 Open Source Components

Certain components of the Service may be released under open source licences. Such components are governed by their respective licence terms.

7. Third-Party Services

7.1 Google Authentication

If you choose to sign in with Google, you authorise us to access your Google profile information (email address and display name) for authentication purposes. Google's Terms of Service and Privacy Policy apply to your use of Google services.

7.2 Third-Party Libraries

The Service uses third-party libraries for markdown rendering, diagram generation, and other functionality. We are not responsible for the behaviour or availability of these third-party components.

8. Availability and Modifications

8.1 Service Availability

We strive to maintain high availability but do not guarantee uninterrupted service. The Service may be temporarily unavailable due to:

Scheduled maintenance
System updates or upgrades
Unexpected technical issues
Infrastructure failures

8.2 Modifications

We reserve the right to:

Modify, update, or discontinue features of the Service
Impose or change usage limits
Update these Terms with notice

Continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.

9. Data Handling and Privacy

Your use of the Service is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which describes how we collect, use, and protect your personal data. By using the Service, you acknowledge and agree to our data practices as described in the Privacy Policy.

10. Disclaimers

10.1 "As Is" Basis

THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

MERCHANTABILITY
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE
NON-INFRINGEMENT
ACCURACY OR RELIABILITY OF CONTENT

10.2 No Guarantee

We do not guarantee that:

The Service will meet your specific requirements
The Service will be uninterrupted, timely, or error-free
Content will be preserved indefinitely
Rendered markdown will display identically across all browsers or devices

11. Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW:

TECHSTER LTD SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES ARISING FROM YOUR USE OF THE SERVICE
OUR TOTAL LIABILITY SHALL NOT EXCEED THE AMOUNT PAID BY YOU (IF ANY) IN THE 12 MONTHS PRECEDING THE CLAIM
WE ARE NOT LIABLE FOR ANY LOSS OF DATA, CONTENT, OR ACCESS RESULTING FROM SERVICE INTERRUPTIONS, ACCOUNT TERMINATION, OR TECHNICAL FAILURES

12. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Techster Ltd and its officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, losses, or expenses (including legal fees) arising from:

Your use of the Service
Your violation of these Terms
Your violation of any third-party rights
Content you upload, create, or share through the Service

13. Dispute Resolution

13.1 Governing Law

These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of England and Wales.

13.2 Dispute Process

Before filing a formal claim, you agree to attempt resolution by contacting us directly. We will work in good faith to resolve any disputes within 30 days.

13.3 Jurisdiction

Any legal proceedings shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.

14. General Provisions

14.1 Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Techster Ltd regarding the Service.

14.2 Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect.

14.3 Waiver

Our failure to enforce any right or provision does not constitute a waiver of that right or provision.

14.4 Assignment

You may not assign or transfer your rights under these Terms. We may assign our rights without restriction.

15. Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. When we make material changes:

The updated Terms will be posted on this page
The "Last Updated" date will be revised

Your continued use of the Service after changes become effective constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms.

16. Contact Information

For questions, concerns, or notices regarding these Terms, please contact us at:

Email: hello@techdyn.co.uk
Website: techdyn.co.uk

Techster Dynamics is a trading name of Techster Ltd (Company No. 17005321)