NetCloak VPN Terms of Use - Version History

This page contains a complete history of all versions of the NetCloak VPN Terms of Use. Each version is preserved exactly as it was published.

Current Version: 2026-09-15 View Current Terms

Version 2026-09-15

Current

Effective Date: September 15, 2026
Status: Currently in effect

Summary

The service these Terms describe is now the service that exists. The single data-quota tier is replaced by three time-bounded connection modes, the fair-use ceiling is stated for what it is, and a new section sets out every reason a session can be ended before its time is up. The legal framework — age, acceptable use, disclaimers, liability, governing law and arbitration — is unchanged.

Key Changes:

  • §2.2 replaces the single quota-based tier with Marathon, Balanced and Sprint, and states the 180-minute cap on remaining time
  • §2.3 states the 10 GB per session fair-use ceiling and that it is an anti-abuse limit, not an allowance to spend
  • §3.3 is new: the six operational reasons a session can end early, and that reconnecting starts a new one
  • §3.1 describes the anonymous token issued by our own backend, replacing the former third-party authentication
  • §3.2 adds that the app ends a session whose tunnel has stopped responding
  • §4.2 states both rate limits, for session operations and for status checks
  • §5 drops the fixed minimum viewing time, and adds consent and reward verification
  • §6.2 corrects the list of third parties, including the hosting provider
  • §7.1 drops the per-server user figure that was never accurate
  • §17 definitions rewritten around modes, extensions and the fair-use ceiling

Major Sections:

  • Service description with time-bounded connection modes
  • Session management, extensions and early termination
  • Acceptable use policy and prohibited activities
  • Advertisements, consent and reward verification
  • Privacy and data handling
  • Technical requirements (Android-specific)
  • Service limitations and disclaimers
  • Liability limitations
  • Dispute resolution procedures

Version 2025-11-12

Archived

Effective Date: November 12, 2025
Status: Superseded by Version 2026-09-15

Summary

Major update to Terms of Use reflecting the new Free Tier model with data quota system and enhanced user features.

Key Changes:

  • Replaced three-tier system with single Free Tier (20 Mbps, 24-hour sessions, 1.05GB data limit)
  • Added data extension feature (500MB per advertisement viewed)
  • Implemented grace period (5 minutes after data limit exceeded)
  • Added proactive warning system (15% Low, 5% Critical alerts)
  • Updated session management with cumulative extensions
  • Added real-time monitoring (client-side every 10s, server-side every 30s)
  • Updated technical requirements (Android API 26+, specific permissions)
  • Added DNS-over-HTTPS (DoH) for server discovery
  • Revised definitions to match new service model

Major Sections:

  • Service description with Free Tier model
  • Session management with data quota tracking
  • Acceptable use policy and prohibited activities
  • Advertisement requirements
  • Privacy and data handling
  • Technical requirements (Android-specific)
  • Service limitations and disclaimers
  • Liability limitations
  • Dispute resolution procedures

Version 2025-08-20

Archived

Effective Date: August 20, 2025
Status: Superseded by Version 2025-11-12

Summary

Initial Terms of Use for NetCloak VPN service. This comprehensive document established the legal framework for using our free, ad-supported VPN service.

Key Highlights:

  • Free service supported by video advertisements (8-second minimum viewing)
  • Three service tiers: Marathon, Balanced, and Sprint
  • 18+ age requirement for service usage
  • Comprehensive acceptable use policy
  • No-logs policy with minimal data collection
  • WireGuard protocol for secure connections
  • Anonymous authentication via Firebase
  • Clear service limitations and disclaimers
  • California law governance with binding arbitration