Terms of Use
The terms on which you may access and use the Dead Simple Computing website and free Tools.
Dead Simple Computing Ltd
Effective: December 2025
Review: December 2026
By accessing or using our website and Tools, you agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms of Use. If you do not agree, do not use our website or services.
1. Definitions
- "Company," "we," "us," "our" refers to Dead Simple Computing Ltd
- "User," "you," "your" refers to any individual or entity accessing our website or Tools
- "Website" refers to deadsimplecomputing.co.uk and all subdomains
- "Tools" refers to the free utilities we publish on the Website: the Cyber Essentials readiness checker, the domain health check, the browser exposure check ("what your browser reveals"), the IP and network tools, the password generator, the pricing estimator, and the threat intelligence page, which is not yet available
- "Services" refers to commercial IT support, cyber security, and managed services provided under separate agreement
2. Eligibility
By using this website and Tools, you confirm that:
- You are at least 18 years of age
- You have legal capacity to enter into binding agreements
- If acting for an organisation, you have authority to bind that organisation
Our website and Tools are intended for business and professional use.
3. Geographic Scope
Dead Simple Computing is a United Kingdom-based company. Our website and Tools are primarily intended for UK users. Users from other countries access at their own risk and are responsible for compliance with local laws.
4. Acceptable Use
Permitted Use
- Exploring information about our services
- Using free Tools for legitimate business or personal purposes
- Contacting us for enquiries or support
- Engaging with blog content and resources
Prohibited Use
You agree NOT to:
- Use the website or Tools for unlawful, fraudulent, or malicious activities
- Scan or assess systems you do not own or have authorisation to assess
- Distribute malware or interfere with functionality
- Use automated tools (bots, scrapers) to extract data or abuse Tools
- Attempt to overwhelm or disrupt our infrastructure
- Use Tool outputs to harass or harm individuals or organisations
- Resell or commercially exploit Tool outputs without consent
- Circumvent rate limiting or security measures
5. Free Tools
All Tools are provided "as is" without warranty. Tool outputs are for informational purposes only and do not constitute professional security advice or a comprehensive assessment.
| Tool | Key Terms |
|---|---|
| Cyber Essentials readiness checker | A self-check based on the answers you give. It is an indication of where you stand, not a Cyber Essentials assessment or a certification decision. |
| Domain health check | You must own the domain or have authorisation. Results are point-in-time and not a security audit. |
| Browser exposure check | Runs in your browser and reads what your browser already exposes. It calls third-party services to look up your public IP address, approximate location and connection speed, and those services see your IP address. |
| IP and network tools | You must own the domain or address you look up, or have authorisation. Results are point-in-time and come partly from third-party lookup services. |
| Password generator | Client-side generation. We do not store or transmit passwords. |
| Pricing estimator | Estimates only, not quotations. Actual pricing may vary. |
| Threat intelligence | Not currently available. The page carries no live data. |
Fair Use
We reserve the right to implement rate limiting, block abusive users, require registration, or discontinue any Tool at any time.
6. Intellectual Property
All content, materials, trademarks, logos, and Tool designs belong to Dead Simple Computing Ltd. This includes website design, content, Tool interfaces, and the "Dead Simple Computing" and "DSC" names and logos.
You may view, download, and print content for personal, non-commercial use only. Unauthorised reproduction or distribution is prohibited.
7. Disclaimer of Warranties
This website and Tools are provided "as is" and "as available" without any warranties, express or implied. We disclaim all warranties including merchantability, fitness for purpose, and non-infringement. You use our website and Tools entirely at your own risk.
8. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Dead Simple Computing shall not be liable for any:
- Direct, indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages
- Loss of data, profits, revenue, or business opportunities
- Security breaches or data loss affecting your systems
- Decisions made based on Tool outputs
- Errors or inaccuracies in Tool outputs
- Service interruptions or Tool unavailability
Free Tools, No Liability: Our Tools are provided free as a courtesy. We accept no liability whatsoever for your use of free Tools or any outcomes arising from Tool outputs.
Nothing excludes liability for death or personal injury from negligence, fraud, or other liability that cannot be excluded by law.
9. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Dead Simple Computing from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from your use of our website or Tools, breach of these terms, violation of laws, or violation of third-party rights.
10. Security Vulnerability Reporting
If you discover a security vulnerability, report it responsibly to:
Do not exploit vulnerabilities, access others' data, or disclose publicly until we have addressed the issue.
11. Service-Specific Terms
Commercial service engagements are governed by our Master Service Agreement, which takes precedence over these Terms of Use.
12. Privacy
See our Privacy Policy for how we collect, use, and protect your data. We process data in accordance with UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018.
13. Changes, Termination, Severability
- We may update these terms at any time. Continued use constitutes acceptance.
- We may terminate access at any time without notice for breach of terms.
- If any provision is unenforceable, remaining provisions continue in effect.
14. Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of England and Wales. Disputes are subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.
15. Contact
Dead Simple Computing Ltd
Unit 6, 60 Portman Road, Reading, RG30 1EA, United Kingdom
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 0118 359 2220
Security reports: [email protected]
Approved by
Daniel McClure Fisher
Director, Dead Simple Computing Ltd
December 2025