Terms of Service

Last updated: December 2025

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using shadcn.io ("the Service"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use the Service.

2. Description of Service

shadcn.io is a community-driven shadcn/ui component library for React developers. We provide:

• UI components and patterns for React applications
• Code snippets and implementation examples
• Developer tools and utilities
• Workspace and collaboration features
• Educational resources and documentation

3. User Accounts

To access certain features, you may need to create an account. You are responsible for:

• Maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials
• All activities that occur under your account
• Notifying us immediately of any unauthorized use

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate these terms.

4. Intellectual Property

Our Content

The shadcn.io website, branding, and original content are protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works without our permission.

Component Code

The UI components provided on shadcn.io are open source and available for use in your projects. You are free to:

• Use components in personal and commercial projects
• Modify and customize components to fit your needs
• Share and distribute your modifications

Attribution is appreciated but not required for component usage.

User Content

If you submit content (such as component contributions), you grant us a non-exclusive, worldwide license to use, display, and distribute that content as part of the Service.

5. Acceptable Use

You agree not to:

• Use the Service for any unlawful purpose
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems
• Interfere with or disrupt the Service
• Upload malicious code or content
• Harass, abuse, or harm other users
• Scrape or collect data without permission
• Impersonate others or misrepresent your affiliation

6. Workspaces and Collaboration

Workspace owners are responsible for managing access and content within their workspaces. We are not responsible for content shared within private workspaces.

7. Third-Party Services

The Service may integrate with third-party services. Your use of these services is subject to their respective terms and privacy policies. We are not responsible for third-party service availability or content.

8. Disclaimer of Warranties

THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. WE DO NOT WARRANT THAT THE SERVICE WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED, ERROR-FREE, OR SECURE.

Components are provided for development purposes. You are responsible for testing and validating components before using them in production environments.

9. Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, SHADCN.IO SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES ARISING FROM YOUR USE OF THE SERVICE.

10. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless shadcn.io and its affiliates from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from your use of the Service or violation of these terms.

11. Changes to Terms

We may update these Terms of Service from time to time. We will notify users of significant changes by posting a notice on the website. Continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the new terms.

12. Termination

We may terminate or suspend your access to the Service at any time, with or without cause. Upon termination, your right to use the Service will immediately cease.

13. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with applicable laws, without regard to conflict of law principles.

14. Contact

If you have questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us at [email protected].

By using shadcn.io, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service.