Terms of Service

1. Agreement to Terms

By accessing, browsing, or using process-hacker.net (“the Website,” “we,” “us,” or “our”), you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. These Terms apply to all visitors, users, and any other person who accesses or uses the Website.

If you are using the Website on behalf of an organization, you represent and warrant that you have the authority to bind that organization to these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, please leave the Website immediately and discontinue all use.

These Terms of Service are effective as of March 4, 2026. We may update these Terms from time to time, and your continued use of the Website after any changes indicates your acceptance of the updated Terms.

2. Description of Service

process-hacker.net is an independently operated informational website. We provide guides, tutorials, download links, system requirements, feature overviews, and general information about Process Hacker – a free, open-source system monitor and advanced task manager for Windows.

We do not host, store, or distribute any software files on our servers. When you click a download link on this Website, you will be directed to an external source (such as SourceForge or the official project repository) where the actual software files are hosted by their respective maintainers.

Our content covers topics such as how to install Process Hacker, how to use its process monitoring and debugging features, system requirements, frequently asked questions, and comparisons with similar tools like Process Explorer and Windows Task Manager.

3. Intellectual Property

Process Hacker is an open-source project released under the GNU General Public License v3 (GPL v3). The Process Hacker name, logo, and associated trademarks belong to their respective owners. Our use of the Process Hacker name throughout this Website is strictly for identification and informational purposes.

Original content created for this Website – including written articles, guides, descriptions, HTML/CSS code, and the overall site design – is the property of process-hacker.net. You may not reproduce, copy, distribute, or create derivative works from our original content without prior written permission.

If you believe that we have used any copyrighted material improperly, please contact us through our Contact page, and we will address the matter promptly.

4. Use of the Website

You agree to use this Website only for lawful purposes and in a manner that does not infringe upon the rights of others. Specifically, you agree NOT to:

• Use the Website in any way that violates applicable local, national, or international laws or regulations
• Attempt to interfere with the proper operation of the Website, including its servers, networks, or security features
• Scrape, crawl, or harvest content from this Website using automated tools without our written permission
• Use the Website to distribute malware, viruses, spyware, or any other malicious software
• Impersonate any person, organization, or entity, or misrepresent your affiliation with any person or entity
• Use automated bots, scripts, or similar technology to access the Website in a way that puts excessive load on our servers
• Attempt to bypass, circumvent, or disable any security measures on the Website
• Post or transmit any content that is threatening, abusive, defamatory, or otherwise objectionable through our contact form

We reserve the right to restrict access to the Website for any user who violates these conditions.

5. Downloads and Software

All download links provided on this Website direct you to external sources where Process Hacker is hosted by its developers or authorized distribution platforms (such as SourceForge). We do not host, modify, repackage, bundle, or redistribute any software files.

Your responsibilities when downloading software through links on this Website:

• Verify authenticity – Confirm that the download source is legitimate before installing anything. Process Hacker’s official distribution is through SourceForge and the project’s GitHub repository.
• Scan for threats – Always scan downloaded files with up-to-date antivirus software before running them. Process Hacker is sometimes flagged by antivirus tools due to its deep system access capabilities; this is a known false positive.
• Read the license – Process Hacker is released under GPL v3. Make sure you understand what this license permits and requires before using the software, especially in a commercial environment.
• Check compatibility – Verify that your system meets the minimum requirements (Windows 7 or later, 512 MB RAM, administrator privileges recommended) before installing.
• Back up your data – Create a backup of important files before installing any new software on your system, as a general best practice.
• Use at your own risk – Process Hacker provides deep access to system processes and memory. Misuse of advanced features (such as terminating critical system processes or editing process memory) can cause system instability or data loss.

We do not provide technical support for Process Hacker. For software bugs, feature requests, or usage help, visit the official Process Hacker GitHub repository or community forums.

Download links may become outdated as the project evolves (notably, Process Hacker has been rebranded to System Informer). We make reasonable efforts to keep links current but cannot guarantee that every link will work at all times.

6. Disclaimer of Warranties

We make no warranties or representations regarding:

• The accuracy, completeness, or currentness of any information on this Website, including Process Hacker version numbers, feature lists, system requirements, or installation steps
• That the Website will be available without interruption, that it will be free from errors, or that defects will be corrected
• That the Website or its servers are free from viruses, malware, or other harmful components
• The fitness of the information provided for any particular purpose
• That download links will function correctly or point to the most current version of Process Hacker
• That any information about Process Hacker reflects the current state of the software, which may have been updated by its developers after our content was published

We expressly disclaim all warranties, whether express, implied, statutory, or otherwise, to the fullest extent permitted by applicable law. This includes implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement.

7. Limitation of Liability

This includes, but is not limited to:

• Any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages
• Damages arising from the use or inability to use this Website
• Damages arising from downloading, installing, or using Process Hacker or any other software accessed through links on this Website
• Loss of data, revenue, profits, or business opportunities
• Computer damage, data corruption, system instability, or crashes resulting from software downloaded via links on this site
• System instability caused by terminating processes, editing memory, or using other advanced features of Process Hacker
• Any actions taken based on information provided on this Website
• Unauthorized access to or alteration of your data or transmissions

These limitations apply whether the claim is based on warranty, contract, tort (including negligence), strict liability, or any other legal theory, even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages.

Our total aggregate liability to you for all claims arising from or related to the use of this Website shall not exceed zero dollars ($0.00 USD).

8. External Links

This Website contains links to third-party websites, including SourceForge, GitHub, and other resources related to Process Hacker and system administration tools. These links are provided solely for your convenience and informational purposes.

We have no control over the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party websites. Linking to an external site does not imply endorsement of that site, its content, or its operators. You access external links entirely at your own risk.

We recommend that you review the terms of service and privacy policies of any third-party website before providing personal information or downloading files from it.

9. Advertisements

This Website may display advertisements served by third-party advertising networks, including Google AdSense. These advertisements are not produced, endorsed, or vetted by us.

Ad content is selected by the advertising network based on factors such as your browsing history, geographic location, and other data collected by the ad provider. We do not control what ads appear on the Website.

Clicking on any advertisement is at your own discretion. We are not responsible for the content, accuracy, or reliability of any advertised product or service. If you have concerns about a particular ad, you can report it directly to the advertising network.

10. Content Accuracy and Updates

We make reasonable efforts to provide accurate and up-to-date information about Process Hacker, including version details (currently v2.39.124), system requirements, features, and installation guides. However, Process Hacker is an actively developed open-source project that has transitioned to a new name (System Informer), and details can change without notice from the software developers.

We cannot guarantee that all information on this Website reflects the current state of the software at any given moment. Version numbers, download URLs, feature lists, and compatibility information may become outdated between our content updates.

We reserve the right to modify, update, or remove any content on this Website at any time without prior notice. If you find information that appears to be inaccurate or outdated, we welcome reports through our Contact page.

11. DMCA and Copyright

We respect intellectual property rights and comply with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA). If you believe that any content on this Website infringes upon your copyright, please refer to our Disclaimer page for the full DMCA takedown process and instructions on how to submit a notice.

We will respond to valid DMCA notices promptly and will take appropriate action, including removing or disabling access to the content in question if the claim is substantiated.

12. Privacy

Your use of this Website is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which describes how we collect, use, and protect your information. By using this Website, you consent to the practices described in the Privacy Policy.

In summary, this Website does not require user registration or accounts. We may collect anonymous usage data through Google Analytics 4 and serve advertisements through Google AdSense, both of which use cookies. For full details, please review our Privacy Policy.

13. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless process-hacker.net, its operators, contributors, and affiliates from and against any and all claims, damages, losses, liabilities, costs, and expenses (including reasonable legal fees) arising from or related to:

• Your use of or access to this Website
• Your violation of these Terms of Service
• Your violation of any third-party rights, including intellectual property rights
• Any content or information you submit through the contact form or any other means
• Your use or misuse of Process Hacker or any other software accessed via links on this Website

This indemnification obligation will survive the termination of these Terms and your use of the Website.

14. Governing Law

These Terms of Service shall be governed by and construed in accordance with applicable laws, without regard to conflict of law principles. Any disputes arising from or related to these Terms or your use of the Website shall first be addressed through good-faith negotiation between the parties.

If a resolution cannot be reached through negotiation within thirty (30) days, the dispute shall be submitted to the appropriate courts of competent jurisdiction. You agree to submit to the personal jurisdiction of such courts.

15. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect. The invalid or unenforceable provision shall be modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it valid and enforceable while preserving the original intent of the provision.

16. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to update or modify these Terms of Service at any time, at our sole discretion. When changes are made, we will update the “Last Updated” date at the top of this page. We will not provide individual notice of changes.

Your continued use of the Website after any modifications to these Terms constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms. We encourage you to review this page periodically to stay informed about your rights and obligations.

17. Termination

We reserve the right to restrict, suspend, or terminate your access to this Website at any time, without prior notice, for any reason or no reason at all. This includes situations where we believe you have violated these Terms of Service.

Upon termination, all provisions of these Terms that by their nature should survive termination will remain in effect, including but not limited to: intellectual property provisions, warranty disclaimers, limitation of liability, and indemnification.

18. Entire Agreement

These Terms of Service, together with our Privacy Policy and Disclaimer, constitute the entire agreement between you and process-hacker.net regarding your use of this Website. They supersede all prior or contemporaneous agreements, understandings, or representations, whether written or oral.

19. Contact

If you have questions, concerns, or comments about these Terms of Service, please visit our Contact page to reach us. We will do our best to respond to inquiries in a timely manner.