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End-User License Agreement: Cybertection GuardBot (Linux - Snapcraft)

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Last Updated: January 23, 2026

Welcome to Cybertection GuardBot for Linux. By downloading, installing, or using our application through Snapcraft, you agree to be bound by this End-User License Agreement ("EULA" or "Agreement"). Please read this carefully before using the software.

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1. Acceptance of Terms

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By installing, downloading, accessing, or using Cybertection GuardBot ("the Software" or "the Application"), you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by this EULA and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to these terms, do not install, download, access, or use the Software.

 

2. License Grant

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Cybertection LLC grants you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to install and use the Software on Linux systems that you own or control, solely for personal or internal business purposes, subject to the terms of this Agreement.

 

You May:

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  • Install the Software on multiple Linux systems that you own or control

  • Use all features included in your subscription tier or license

  • Receive automatic updates and security patches through Snapcraft

  • Make backup copies for archival purposes

 

Prohibited Actions:

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  • Commercial Redistribution: Reselling, sublicensing, renting, leasing, or distributing the Software to third parties for commercial gain without explicit written permission from Cybertection LLC

  • Reverse Engineering: Reverse engineering, decompiling, disassembling, or attempting to extract the source code of the Software (except as explicitly permitted by applicable open-source licenses for included components or as required by applicable law)

  • Modification: Modifying, altering, or creating derivative works based on the Software's proprietary components

  • Circumvention: Attempting to bypass, disable, or circumvent any security features, license verification, or usage restrictions

  • Harmful Use: Using the Software in any manner that violates applicable laws or regulations, or in ways that could harm other users or systems

  • Service Abuse: Using the Software in ways that place unreasonable burden on Cybertection's servers or services

Violation of these terms may result in the immediate termination of this license and potential legal action.

 

3. Subscription and Licensing

Subscription Tiers:

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Free/Community Tier:

  • Basic manual antivirus scanning

  • Limited security tools

  • Community support through forums

  • No real-time protection

  • No VPN Webguard access

 

 

Basic Subscription (Monthly/Yearly):

  • Full deep antivirus scanning

  • Real-time Shield protection

  • Scheduled scanning capabilities

  • All advanced security tools (70+ modules)

  • Email support

  • No VPN Webguard access

 

 

Pro / Full Security Subscription (Monthly/Yearly):

  • All Basic Subscription features

  • Complete VPN Webguard access

  • Unrestricted access to all premium security modules

  • Priority support

  • Advanced privacy protection tools

Enterprise License:

 

License Validity:

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  • Free Tier: Available indefinitely

  • Paid Subscriptions: Valid for the duration of the subscription period

  • Upon expiration, premium features will be disabled until renewal

 

4. Payment and Billing

Subscription Purchases:

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Subscriptions may be purchased through:

 

Payment Terms:

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  • Payment is due at the time of purchase

  • Subscriptions automatically renew unless cancelled prior to renewal date

  • You will receive email notification before renewal

  • Accepted payment methods include credit card, PayPal, and wire transfer (for enterprise)

 

Refunds:

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  • 30-Day Money-Back Guarantee: First-time purchases are eligible for full refund within 30 days of purchase

  • Refund requests must be submitted to support@cybertection-guardbot.com

  • Renewals are generally non-refundable except as required by law

  • Enterprise licenses have custom refund terms as specified in the enterprise agreement

 

Price Changes:

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Cybertection LLC reserves the right to modify subscription pricing with 30 days' advance notice. Price changes will not affect your current subscription period but will apply to subsequent renewals.

 

5. Privacy and Data Collection

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Your privacy is important to us. Our Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you use Cybertection GuardBot.

Please review our Privacy Policy at: https://www.cybertection.net/privacy-policy

 

Data Collection Summary:

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The Software may collect:

  • Technical Information: Linux distribution, kernel version, system configuration

  • Usage Data: Scan frequency, detected threats, feature usage

  • Threat Intelligence: Anonymized records of detected malware for research purposes

 

Data Protection:

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  • All data transmission is encrypted

  • Personal identifying information is never sold to third parties

  • Threat intelligence data is anonymized before sharing with security research partners

  • You can opt-out of telemetry in the Software settings

 

6. Software Updates and Maintenance

Automatic Updates:

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To ensure optimal security and performance, the Software may automatically download and install updates through Snapcraft, including:

  • Security patches and vulnerability fixes

  • Virus definition database updates

  • New features and improvements

  • Bug fixes and performance enhancements

 

Update Control:

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  • Linux users have more granular control over updates through snap settings

  • You can configure snap refresh settings using: snap refresh --hold cybertection-guardbot

  • However, we strongly recommend keeping automatic updates enabled for security

 

Update Requirements:

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  • Updates require an active internet connection

  • Some updates may require system services to restart

  • Critical security updates may be enforced for all users

Warning: Disabling automatic updates may leave your system vulnerable to emerging security threats.

 

7. Linux-Specific Provisions

System Requirements:

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  • Supported Distributions: Ubuntu 20.04+, Debian 10+, Fedora 34+, Arch Linux, and most snap-compatible distributions

  • Architecture: x86_64 (AMD64), ARM64 (AArch64)

  • Kernel: Linux kernel 4.15 or higher

  • RAM: Minimum 1 GB (2 GB recommended)

  • Disk Space: Minimum 500 MB available space

  • Snapd: snapd 2.45 or higher

 

Permissions and Access:

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The Software requires certain permissions to function:

  • Filesystem Access: For scanning files and directories

  • Network Access: For VPN functionality and updates

  • Process Monitoring: For real-time protection features

Snap confinement permissions are documented in the snap manifest and can be reviewed before installation.

 

Open Source Components:

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Cybertection GuardBot may include or link to open-source components. These components are governed by their respective licenses (GPL, MIT, Apache, etc.), which are included in the Software distribution and available at: /snap/cybertection-guardbot/current/licenses/

The proprietary portions of the Software remain the exclusive property of Cybertection LLC.

 

Community and Support:

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  • Community Support: Free tier users can access community forums and documentation

  • Email Support: Available for paid subscribers

  • Issue Tracking: Bug reports can be submitted through our GitHub repository or support portal

 

8. Intellectual Property Rights

Ownership:

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All proprietary content, features, functionality, software code, algorithms, user interface design, graphics, logos, trademarks, and other materials contained within Cybertection GuardBot (excluding open-source components) are the exclusive property of Cybertection LLC and are protected by United States and international copyright, trademark, patent, trade secret, and other intellectual property laws.

 

Trademarks:

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"Cybertection," "GuardBot," and associated logos are trademarks of Cybertection LLC. Unauthorized use is strictly prohibited.

 

Open Source Compliance:

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Where the Software includes open-source components, those components remain under their original licenses. This EULA applies only to the proprietary portions of the Software developed by Cybertection LLC.

Full license texts for all open-source components are available in the Software's license directory.

 

9. Security Disclaimers & Service Limitations

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THE SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED.

 

No Absolute Protection:

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No security software can provide 100% protection against all threats. You acknowledge that:

  • Detection Limitations: The Software may not detect all malware, including zero-day threats and advanced persistent threats

  • VPN Limitations: The VPN service enhances privacy but does not guarantee complete anonymity

  • Performance Impact: Security scanning may impact system performance, particularly during active scans

  • False Positives: Legitimate software may occasionally be flagged as suspicious

 

User Responsibilities:

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You remain responsible for:

  • Maintaining system backups

  • Keeping your Linux distribution and software updated

  • Following security best practices

  • Configuring appropriate firewall rules

  • Reviewing and understanding the Software's security settings

 

Third-Party Software:

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Cybertection GuardBot may interact with or scan third-party software. We are not responsible for:

  • Compatibility issues with other security software

  • Conflicts with system configurations

  • Issues arising from modified or custom Linux kernels

YOU ACKNOWLEDGE THAT USE OF THE SOFTWARE DOES NOT ELIMINATE ALL SECURITY RISKS AND THAT YOU USE IT AT YOUR OWN RISK.

 

10. Limitation of Liability

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TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, CYBERTECTION LLC SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY:

  • Indirect, Incidental, Special, Consequential, or Punitive Damages

  • Loss of Data, Profits, or Business Opportunities

  • System Downtime or Performance Degradation

  • Damage Resulting from Malware Not Detected by the Software

  • Issues Arising from Software Conflicts or System Misconfigurations

  • Damages Caused by User Error or Improper Use

This limitation applies regardless of legal theory (contract, tort, negligence, strict liability, or otherwise), even if Cybertection LLC has been advised of the possibility of such damages.

 

Maximum Liability:

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In jurisdictions where liability cannot be completely excluded, Cybertection LLC's total liability shall not exceed the amount you paid for the Software in the twelve (12) months preceding the event, or $100 USD, whichever is less.

 

11. Acceptable Use Policy

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You agree to use the Software only for lawful purposes. Specifically, you agree NOT to:

 

Prohibited Activities:

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  • Illegal Activities: Use the Software to engage in or facilitate any illegal activities

  • Copyright Infringement: Use the VPN to unlawfully access or distribute copyrighted content

  • Malicious Activities: Create, distribute, or facilitate distribution of malware

  • Unauthorized Access: Attempt to hack, breach, or gain unauthorized access to systems or networks

  • Harassment: Use the Software to harass, threaten, or harm others

  • Network Abuse: Engage in DDoS attacks, spamming, or other network abuse

  • Service Abuse: Attempt to reverse engineer our threat detection algorithms or abuse our services

  • Resale: Resell VPN or security services to third parties without authorization

Violation of this policy may result in immediate license termination and legal action.

 

12. Termination

Termination by Cybertection LLC:

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We may terminate this license if:

  • You violate any terms of this Agreement

  • You engage in prohibited activities

  • Your account shows evidence of abuse or fraudulent activity

  • We discontinue the Software (with reasonable notice)

  • Required by law or legal process

 

Termination by You:

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You may terminate this license at any time by:

  • Uninstalling the Software: sudo snap remove cybertection-guardbot

  • Canceling your subscription through your account portal

  • Contacting support to request account closure

 

Effect of Termination:

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Upon termination:

  • Your license to use the Software immediately ceases

  • Premium features will be disabled

  • You must uninstall the Software from all systems

  • Certain provisions (Sections 8, 10, 13, 14) survive termination

  • No refunds for unused subscription time (except as required by law or our refund policy)

 

13. Governing Law & Dispute Resolution

Governing Law:

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This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of Maryland, United States, without regard to conflict of law principles.

 

Jurisdiction:

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Any disputes shall be resolved in the courts of Queen Anne's County, Maryland. You consent to personal jurisdiction in these courts.

 

Informal Resolution:

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Before filing any legal claim, you agree to contact us at support@cybertection-guardbot.com to attempt informal resolution within 30 days.

 

Arbitration:

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If informal resolution fails, disputes may be resolved through binding arbitration under the rules of the American Arbitration Association, except for:

  • Claims related to intellectual property rights

  • Claims for injunctive or equitable relief

 

Limitation Period:

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Claims must be filed within one (1) year of the event giving rise to the claim.

 

Class Action Waiver:

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To the extent permitted by law, all disputes shall be resolved individually. You waive rights to class action lawsuits or class-wide arbitration.

 

14. Changes to This Agreement

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Cybertection LLC may modify this EULA to reflect:

  • Legal or regulatory changes

  • New features or services

  • Security improvements

  • Policy updates

 

Notice of Changes:

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Material changes will be communicated via:

  • Email notification to registered users

  • In-app notification

  • Notice on www.cybertection.net

  • Updated "Last Updated" date at the top of this document

 

Acceptance:

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Continued use of the Software after changes constitutes acceptance of modified terms. If you disagree, you must stop using the Software and may request a prorated refund for unused subscription time.

 

15. Snapcraft-Specific Terms

Distribution:

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This Software is distributed through the Snap Store. By installing from Snapcraft, you also agree to Canonical's Snap Store Terms of Service.

 

Updates:

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Software updates are delivered through the snap refresh mechanism. Update frequency and channels can be configured using snap commands.

 

Confinement:

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The Software operates within snap confinement boundaries. Required interfaces and permissions are declared in the snap manifest.

 

Support Channels:

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  • Snap-specific issues can be reported through the Snap Store or our support portal

  • General Linux support available to all paid subscribers

 

16. Export Control

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The Software may be subject to export control laws. You agree to comply with all applicable export and import laws and regulations, including but not limited to U.S. Export Administration Regulations.

You represent that you are not:

  • Located in a country subject to U.S. government embargo

  • Listed on any U.S. government list of prohibited or restricted parties

  • Using the Software for prohibited end uses (e.g., nuclear, chemical, or biological weapons development)

 

17. Severability

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If any provision of this Agreement is found invalid or unenforceable, that provision shall be modified to the minimum extent necessary or severed, and the remaining provisions shall continue in full force.

 

18. Entire Agreement

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This EULA, together with our Privacy Policy (https://www.cybertection.net/privacy-policy), constitutes the entire agreement between you and Cybertection LLC regarding the Software, superseding all prior agreements.

 

19. Contact Information

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For questions, support, or licensing inquiries:

Cybertection LLC
Email: support@cybertection-guardbot.com
Phone: 410-701-2931
Address: Stevensville, Maryland 21666, United States
Website: www.cybertection.net

Technical Support:

Response time:

  • Free tier: Community-supported

  • Paid subscribers: 48 business hours

  • Enterprise: As specified in enterprise agreement

 

20. Acknowledgment

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BY INSTALLING, DOWNLOADING, OR USING CYBERTECTION GUARDBOT, YOU ACKNOWLEDGE THAT YOU HAVE READ THIS END-USER LICENSE AGREEMENT, UNDERSTAND IT, AND AGREE TO BE BOUND BY ITS TERMS.

Thank you for choosing Cybertection GuardBot to protect your Linux systems.

Cybertection LLC is committed to providing cutting-edge security solutions for the Linux community while respecting user freedom, privacy, and open-source principles.

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