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Terms of Service for shellbox.dev. By using the service, you agree to these terms.

Last updated: January 2026

1. Service Description

shellbox.dev provides on-demand Linux virtual machines accessible via SSH. The Service is operated from the European Union.

2. Account and Access

Your SSH public key serves as your identity. You are responsible for keeping your private key secure. Each unique public key fingerprint constitutes a separate account.

3. Acceptable Use

You agree not to use the Service for:

• Illegal activities or content prohibited by applicable law
• Cryptocurrency mining or resource-intensive background processes
• Sending spam or running mail servers for bulk email
• DDoS attacks, port scanning, or network abuse
• Hosting malware, phishing sites, or C2 servers
• Distributing copyrighted material without authorization
• Circumventing the billing system or abusing free credits
• Reselling or sublicensing access to the Service

Violation may result in immediate termination without refund.

4. Resource Limits

Each box: 2 vCPUs, 4GB memory, 50GB storage. Network bandwidth is shared. We may throttle boxes that affect other users. Per-user limits: 4 running boxes, 16 total boxes.

5. Billing

Prepaid billing. Running box: $0.02/hour. Stopped box: $0.5/month. Minimum top-up: $10.00. Boxes stop when balance falls below $5.00 and are deleted at $0.00. Usage time is tracked in minutes and rounded up to the nearest minute.

6. Data and Backups

We do not guarantee data persistence and do not perform backups. You are responsible for backing up your data. Deleted boxes are permanently removed within 24 hours.

7. Service Availability

The Service is provided "as is" without warranty. We do not guarantee uptime or availability.

8. Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, we are not liable for indirect, incidental, or consequential damages. Our total liability shall not exceed the amount paid in the 12 months preceding any claim.

9. Termination

You may stop using the Service at any time. We may terminate access for violations or with reasonable notice.

10. Changes

We may modify these terms at any time. Continued use constitutes acceptance.

11. Governing Law

These terms are governed by the laws of Finland. Disputes shall be resolved in Helsinki courts.

12. Contact

Questions: support@shellbox.dev