Terms and Conditions

Last updated: 7/11/2025

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using VinDecode.app ("the Service"), you accept and agree to be bound by the terms and provision of this agreement. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use our service.

2. Description of Service

VinDecode.app provides a free VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) decoding service that:

  • Decodes VIN numbers using official NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) data
  • Provides vehicle specifications, manufacturing details, and safety information
  • Offers both web-based and Chrome extension interfaces
  • Connects users with third-party services for comprehensive vehicle history reports

3. Use License

Permission is granted to temporarily use VinDecode.app for personal, non-commercial transitory viewing only. This is the grant of a license, not a transfer of title, and under this license you may not:

  • Modify or copy the materials
  • Use the materials for any commercial purpose or for any public display
  • Attempt to reverse engineer any software contained on the website
  • Remove any copyright or other proprietary notations from the materials
  • Use automated systems to access the service excessively

4. Disclaimer

The information provided by VinDecode.app is for informational purposes only:

  • We provide VIN decoding based on official NHTSA data, but cannot guarantee 100% accuracy
  • The service is provided "as is" without any warranties, expressed or implied
  • We do not warrant that the service will be uninterrupted or error-free
  • Users should verify important information through official sources
  • We are not responsible for decisions made based on the information provided

5. Limitations

In no event shall VinDecode.app or its suppliers be liable for any damages (including, without limitation, damages for loss of data or profit, or due to business interruption) arising out of the use or inability to use the service, even if VinDecode.app or its authorized representative has been notified orally or in writing of the possibility of such damage.

6. Third-Party Services

Our service may contain links to third-party services:

  • CarVertical: We provide links to CarVertical for comprehensive vehicle history reports. This is an optional service with its own terms and conditions
  • Chrome Web Store: Our browser extension is subject to Google's Chrome Web Store policies
  • NHTSA: We use official government data which is subject to government terms of use

We are not responsible for the content, privacy policies, or practices of third-party services.

7. User Conduct

Users agree to use the service responsibly:

  • Do not use the service for illegal purposes
  • Do not attempt to overwhelm our servers with excessive requests
  • Do not use the service to violate anyone's privacy
  • Respect the intellectual property rights of others
  • Use accurate VIN numbers only

8. Privacy

Your privacy is important to us. Please review our Privacy Policy, which also governs your use of the service, to understand our practices.

9. Modifications

VinDecode.app may revise these terms of service at any time without notice. By using this service, you are agreeing to be bound by the then current version of these terms of service.

10. Governing Law

These terms and conditions are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the jurisdiction in which VinDecode.app operates, and you irrevocably submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts in that state or location.

11. Contact Information

If you have any questions about these Terms and Conditions, please contact us at:

Email: legal@vindecode.app

Website: https://vindecode.app