Terms of Service

Effective Date: January 14, 2026

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing yakmesh.dev or utilizing YAKMESH software, you agree to be bound by these Terms. YAKMESH is a project of PeerQuanta, based in San Angelo, Texas.

2. Intellectual Property & Trademark

The name YAKMESH, the "Climbing Yak" emblem, the tagline "Sturdy & Secure," and all associated logos are protected trademarks.

  • You are granted a limited, non-exclusive license to use YAKMESH software under the YAKMESH NETWORK ENGINE LICENSE AGREEMENT v1.0.
  • Documentation may be used for development purposes.
  • Any redistribution of YAKMESH software must comply with our Trademark Usage Policy.

3. Software Provided "As-Is"

YAKMESH involves experimental technologies, including Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) and hardware-based precision timing.

  • No Warranty: Software is provided "AS-IS." We do not guarantee that quantum-resistant protocols are immune to future cryptographic breakthroughs.
  • Hardware Compatibility: Certain features (atomic timing synchronization) require compatible PCIe hardware provided by the user.
  • Experimental Status: YAKMESH is under active development. APIs and protocols may change between versions.

4. Acceptable Use

You agree not to use YAKMESH for:

  • Unauthorized network intrusion or attacks
  • Distribution of malware or malicious code
  • Any illegal activities under applicable law
  • Impersonating official YAKMESH nodes or services
  • Interception of communications without lawful authority
  • Violations of export control or sanctions laws
  • Any use outside the Field defined by the YAKMESH NETWORK ENGINE LICENSE AGREEMENT v1.0

You are solely responsible for determining whether your use of the software is lawful in your jurisdiction and for complying with all applicable laws. PeerQuanta does not authorize, endorse, or assume any responsibility for unlawful use of the software by you or any third party. Any unlawful use is a material breach of the license and terminates your rights under it.

We reserve the right to document known malicious node signatures in our security advisories.

5. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, YAKMESH, PeerQuanta, and its contributors shall not be liable for any data loss, financial loss (including digital assets), system downtime, or hardware damage resulting from the use of our software.

PeerQuanta is not a limited-liability entity; notwithstanding that, PeerQuanta and its contributors expressly disclaim all responsibility and liability arising from any use of the software that is unlawful, prohibited by the license, or otherwise unauthorized, to the fullest extent permitted by law.

6. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless PeerQuanta and its contributors from and against any and all claims, demands, actions, damages, losses, liabilities, costs, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of or relating to: (i) your use, modification, or distribution of the software in violation of the YAKMESH NETWORK ENGINE LICENSE AGREEMENT; (ii) any use of the software by you that is unlawful or prohibited under applicable law; or (iii) any modifications you create or distribute. This obligation survives termination of these terms.

7. Governing Law

These terms are governed by the laws of the State of Texas, United States. Any disputes shall be resolved in the courts of Tom Green County, Texas.

8. Contact

For questions about these terms: legal@peerquanta.com

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