⚠️ IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS
This software is provided for educational and experimental purposes.
- TEST MODE ONLY: The web IDE currently operates in TEST mode with simulated Bitcoin transactions. No real Bitcoin is sent or received.
- NOT FINANCIAL ADVICE: Nothing in this software constitutes financial, investment, legal, or tax advice.
- USE AT YOUR OWN RISK: You are solely responsible for any Bitcoin transactions you create, sign, or broadcast.
- NO WARRANTY: This software is provided "AS IS" without warranty of any kind.
1. Open Source License
The BTC-TKP IDE and FatCat Protocol are released under the MIT License:
MIT License
Copyright (c) 2025 Bitcoin Fat Cat
Permission is hereby granted, free of charge, to any person obtaining a copy of this software and associated documentation files (the "Software"), to deal in the Software without restriction, including without limitation the rights to use, copy, modify, merge, publish, distribute, sublicense, and/or sell copies of the Software, and to permit persons to whom the Software is furnished to do so, subject to the following conditions:
The above copyright notice and this permission notice shall be included in all copies or substantial portions of the Software.
THE SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED "AS IS", WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND NONINFRINGEMENT. IN NO EVENT SHALL THE AUTHORS OR COPYRIGHT HOLDERS BE LIABLE FOR ANY CLAIM, DAMAGES OR OTHER LIABILITY, WHETHER IN AN ACTION OF CONTRACT, TORT OR OTHERWISE, ARISING FROM, OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THE SOFTWARE OR THE USE OR OTHER DEALINGS IN THE SOFTWARE.
2. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing and using the BTC-TKP IDE (this website), you accept and agree to be bound by these Terms of Use. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use this software.
3. Educational Purpose
This software is designed for:
- Learning Bitcoin transaction structure
- Experimenting with stack-based programming
- Prototyping embedded Bitcoin applications
- Understanding Bitcoin cryptographic operations
The web IDE operates in TEST mode with simulated Bitcoin transactions. No real Bitcoin is used in the web interface.
4. Real Bitcoin Usage (Hardware Implementations)
If you use the BTC-TKP protocol with real Bitcoin (via ESP32 hardware wallet or custom implementations):
- You are solely responsible for all transactions created and signed
- Secure your seed phrases - lost seeds mean lost Bitcoin
- Test with small amounts before handling significant funds
- Verify addresses before signing transactions
- Understand transaction fees and Bitcoin network conditions
- No recovery mechanism - Bitcoin transactions are irreversible
5. No Liability
The creators, contributors, and distributors of BTC-TKP shall not be held liable for:
- Loss of funds due to software bugs or user error
- Security vulnerabilities in custom implementations
- Financial losses from Bitcoin price volatility
- Network fees or transaction failures
- Hardware damage or malfunction
- Any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages
6. Security Considerations
Web IDE
- All scripts run client-side in your browser
- No private keys are generated or stored by this website
- TEST mode uses mock data only - no real Bitcoin
- Scripts are saved locally in browser localStorage
Hardware Wallets
- Use air-gapped devices (WiFi/Bluetooth disabled) for signing
- Verify all QR codes and addresses before broadcasting
- Store seed phrases securely offline (metal backup recommended)
- Never photograph or digitally save seed phrases
- Test with small amounts on testnet first
7. User Responsibilities
You agree to:
- Use this software responsibly and legally
- Understand Bitcoin and cryptocurrency risks before using real funds
- Comply with all applicable laws and regulations in your jurisdiction
- Not use this software for illegal purposes
- Keep your private keys and seed phrases secure
- Verify all transaction details before broadcasting
8. Third-Party Services
If you integrate BTC-TKP with third-party services (Bitcoin nodes, blockchain APIs, Lightning Network):
- Those services have their own terms and privacy policies
- We are not responsible for third-party service availability or reliability
- You are responsible for API key security and rate limits
9. Modifications
You are free to modify this software under the MIT License. However:
- Modified versions should clearly indicate changes
- The original copyright notice must be retained
- We are not responsible for issues in modified versions
10. No Financial Services
BTC-TKP is a software tool, not a financial service. We do not:
- Custody Bitcoin or private keys
- Process payments or transactions
- Provide wallet hosting services
- Offer exchange or trading services
- Provide investment advice
11. Jurisdiction
This software is distributed globally via the internet. Users are responsible for complying with local laws regarding:
- Cryptocurrency ownership and usage
- Import/export of cryptographic software
- Tax reporting requirements
- Financial regulations
12. Privacy
This web IDE:
- Does not collect personal information
- Does not track usage or analytics
- Stores scripts locally in your browser only
- Does not use cookies except for essential functionality
13. Changes to Terms
We reserve the right to update these terms at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. Continued use of the software after changes constitutes acceptance of the new terms.
14. Contact
For questions about these terms or the BTC-TKP project:
⚡ Summary
This is free, open-source software provided "as is" with no warranties.
You use it at your own risk. Always test with small amounts. Secure your seed phrases. Understand Bitcoin before using real funds.
The creators cannot be held liable for losses. Bitcoin transactions are irreversible.
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