BigNorth, LLC
Effective: April 2, 2026
Document: TOU-2026-001
Legal & Terms

Terms of Use &
Software License

These terms govern your access to and use of GraphicDrawX1 and all other software applications, design tools, and services operated by BigNorth, LLC across all platforms and domains.

Operator BigNorth, LLC
Jurisdiction Spokane County, Washington, USA
Governing Law State of Washington
Last Updated April 2, 2026
Table of Contents
Section 01

Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using any software application, design tool, website, or service operated by BigNorth, LLC — including but not limited to GraphicDrawX1, and any future products deployed under BigNorth, LLC or its associated brands — you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use in their entirety. If you do not agree to these terms, you must immediately cease use of the application.

These terms apply to all users, including casual visitors, registered users, customers, and any party accessing the service on behalf of a business or organization. If you are using the application on behalf of a legal entity, you represent and warrant that you have authority to bind that entity to these terms.

Minors. These applications are intended for users 18 years of age or older. If you are under 18, you may only use these services with the involvement and consent of a parent or legal guardian.

BigNorth, LLC reserves the right to modify these terms at any time. Continued use of any application following notice of changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised terms. It is your responsibility to review these terms periodically.

Section 02

Description of Service

BigNorth, LLC develops and operates browser-based design tools, print ordering platforms, and software utilities across multiple branded domains. Current and future services include:

These terms apply universally to all of the above, as well as any future services BigNorth, LLC may introduce. Service-specific supplemental terms may also apply and will be presented at the point of use.

BigNorth, LLC reserves the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any service — or any portion thereof — at any time, with or without notice, and without liability to you.

Section 03

License Grant & Restrictions

License Grant

Subject to your compliance with these terms, BigNorth, LLC grants you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to access and use the application solely for your personal or internal business purposes as intended by the application's design.

Restrictions

You expressly agree that you will not, directly or indirectly:

No Implied License. No license is granted by implication, estoppel, or otherwise beyond what is expressly stated herein. All rights not expressly granted are reserved by BigNorth, LLC.
Section 04

Intellectual Property

Ownership

GraphicDrawX1, its user interface design, source code, ChromaStack color dataset (1,341-color professional library), template library, clipart library, visual design language, and all associated assets — together with all improvements, modifications, and derivative works thereof — are the exclusive intellectual property of BigNorth, LLC, protected by United States and international copyright, trademark, and trade secret laws.

Trademarks

The following are trademarks and/or service marks of BigNorth, LLC: BigNorth, GraphicDrawX1, ChromaStack, Spokane Signs, Banners808, and all associated logos and brand identifiers. These marks may not be used without prior written authorization from BigNorth, LLC.

Your Content

You retain full ownership of all design work, artwork, and content you create using these applications. BigNorth, LLC claims no ownership over your designs. By using server-side processing features (such as vectorization), you grant BigNorth, LLC a limited, temporary license to process that content solely for the purpose of providing the requested service.

Feedback

Any feedback, suggestions, or ideas you submit regarding the application may be used by BigNorth, LLC without restriction, attribution, or compensation.

Section 05

Open Source Components & Third-Party Licenses

GraphicDrawX1 incorporates the following open-source software components. BigNorth, LLC gratefully acknowledges the authors and contributors of each project.

ComponentAuthor / ProjectLicense
Fabric.js 5.3.0Juriy Zaytsev & contributorsMIT
opentype.jsFrederik De Bleser & contributorsMIT
PotracePeter Selinger (C source); browser/server port by contributorsGPL v2
ClipperLibAngus Johnson; JavaScript port by TimoBoost 1.0
jsPDFMrRio & contributorsMIT
svg2pdf.jsyWorks GmbH & contributorsMIT

Full license texts for all open-source components are available upon written request to BigNorth, LLC. Regarding Potrace specifically: BigNorth, LLC invokes the Potrace binary server-side as a separate, unmodified process in compliance with the GNU General Public License v2. The Potrace source code is not modified, bundled, or distributed as part of the proprietary application.

The inclusion of these open-source components does not alter the proprietary nature of GraphicDrawX1 as a whole, nor does it grant any rights to BigNorth, LLC's proprietary code or assets.

Section 06

User Conduct & Prohibited Use

You agree to use BigNorth, LLC applications only for lawful purposes and in a manner consistent with all applicable local, state, national, and international laws and regulations. You expressly agree not to:

BigNorth, LLC reserves the right to terminate or suspend your access immediately, without notice, for any conduct that BigNorth, LLC determines, in its sole discretion, violates these terms or is harmful to other users, BigNorth, LLC, or any third party.

Section 07

Data & Privacy

Local Processing

GraphicDrawX1 is designed to process all design work locally within your web browser. Project files, canvas data, images, and design content are stored on your local device and are not transmitted to BigNorth, LLC servers during normal operation.

Server-Side Processing

Certain optional features require server-side processing — including but not limited to image vectorization via Potrace and PDF export via server-side rendering. When you use these features, the relevant image or canvas data is transmitted to BigNorth, LLC servers, processed, and the result returned to your browser. Such data is processed transiently and is not retained, logged, or stored beyond the duration of the processing request.

No Personally Identifiable Information

BigNorth, LLC does not require account registration to use GraphicDrawX1 and does not collect personally identifiable information during normal use. Standard web server logs (IP address, browser type, request timestamps) may be retained for security and operational purposes in accordance with industry-standard practices.

Cookies & Local Storage

The application uses browser localStorage to persist user preferences (such as theme, UI scale, and mode settings) entirely on your device. No tracking cookies, advertising pixels, or third-party analytics are employed within the application interface.

Third-Party Services

Some deployments may incorporate third-party payment processors (such as Stripe) for commercial transactions. Such integrations are governed by the respective third-party's privacy policy and terms of service, which you should review independently.

Section 08

Disclaimer of Warranties

Important — Please Read Carefully. This section limits BigNorth, LLC's liability to you.

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, GRAPHICDRAWS1 AND ALL BIGNORTH, LLC SERVICES ARE PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED.

BIGNORTH, LLC EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

You assume all risk associated with your use of these applications and any content you create, upload, or download through them. BigNorth, LLC does not warrant that server-side processing results (including vectorization output) will be accurate, suitable, or production-ready.

Section 09

Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, IN NO EVENT SHALL BIGNORTH, LLC, ITS MEMBERS, OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES, AGENTS, AFFILIATES, LICENSORS, OR SERVICE PROVIDERS BE LIABLE FOR ANY:

arising out of or in connection with your use of — or inability to use — any BigNorth, LLC application, even if BigNorth, LLC has been advised of the possibility of such damages.

IN JURISDICTIONS THAT DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, BIGNORTH, LLC'S LIABILITY IS LIMITED TO THE GREATEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW.

TO THE EXTENT BIGNORTH, LLC'S LIABILITY IS NOT OTHERWISE LIMITED OR EXCLUDED, BIGNORTH, LLC'S TOTAL CUMULATIVE LIABILITY TO YOU FOR ALL CLAIMS ARISING FROM OR RELATED TO THESE TERMS OR YOUR USE OF THE APPLICATION SHALL NOT EXCEED FIFTY UNITED STATES DOLLARS ($50.00).

Section 10

Indemnification

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless BigNorth, LLC and its members, officers, employees, agents, affiliates, licensors, and service providers from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, judgments, awards, losses, costs, expenses, or fees (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of or relating to:

BigNorth, LLC reserves the right to assume exclusive control of any matter subject to indemnification by you, in which case you agree to cooperate fully with BigNorth, LLC's defense of such matter.

Section 11

Governing Law

These Terms of Use and all matters arising out of or relating to them — or to your use of any BigNorth, LLC application — are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Washington, United States of America, without regard to its conflict-of-law or choice-of-law provisions.

The United Nations Convention on Contracts for the International Sale of Goods (CISG) does not apply to these terms.

If you access BigNorth, LLC applications from outside the United States, you do so on your own initiative and are responsible for compliance with applicable local laws. Nothing in these terms shall be construed to subject BigNorth, LLC to the laws or jurisdiction of any state or country other than the State of Washington.

Section 12

Dispute Resolution

Informal Resolution — Required First Step

Before initiating any formal legal proceeding, you agree to contact BigNorth, LLC in writing at the address provided in Section 14, describing your claim in reasonable detail, and allowing thirty (30) calendar days for BigNorth, LLC to attempt good-faith resolution of the matter. This informal notice period is a prerequisite to any formal proceeding.

Binding Arbitration

If informal resolution fails, any dispute, claim, or controversy arising out of or relating to these terms, any BigNorth, LLC application, or the breach, termination, enforcement, interpretation, or validity thereof — including questions of arbitrability — shall be resolved exclusively by binding arbitration administered in Spokane County, Washington, in accordance with applicable commercial arbitration rules. The arbitration shall be conducted by a single neutral arbitrator mutually agreed upon by the parties, or appointed by the American Arbitration Association (AAA) if the parties cannot agree.

The arbitrator shall have authority to award any relief that would be available in a court of competent jurisdiction. The arbitrator's decision and award shall be final and binding, and judgment on the award may be entered in any court of competent jurisdiction. The prevailing party shall be entitled to recover its reasonable attorneys' fees and costs from the non-prevailing party.

Arbitration shall be conducted on an individual basis. The parties expressly waive any right to have disputes heard or decided as a class action, collective action, private attorney general action, or in any other representative proceeding. The arbitrator has no authority to consolidate more than one party's claims.

Litigation Fallback

For any claim that cannot be submitted to arbitration under applicable law, or for the purpose of enforcing an arbitration award, both parties irrevocably consent to the exclusive jurisdiction and venue of the state and federal courts located in Spokane County, Washington. Both parties waive any objection to personal jurisdiction, venue, or inconvenient forum in those courts.

Exceptions

Notwithstanding the foregoing, either party may seek emergency injunctive or other equitable relief from a court of competent jurisdiction to prevent immediate and irreparable harm, without waiving the right to arbitrate the underlying dispute.

Class Action Waiver

TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, YOU WAIVE YOUR RIGHT TO PARTICIPATE IN A CLASS ACTION LAWSUIT OR CLASS-WIDE ARBITRATION AGAINST BIGNORTH, LLC. ALL CLAIMS MUST BE BROUGHT IN YOUR INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY. IF THIS WAIVER IS FOUND UNENFORCEABLE, THE ENTIRE ARBITRATION AGREEMENT IN THIS SECTION SHALL BE NULL AND VOID.

Section 13

General Provisions

Severability

If any provision of these terms is found by a court or arbitrator of competent jurisdiction to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable, that provision shall be modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it valid and enforceable. The modification shall preserve the original intent of the provision as closely as possible. All remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

Entire Agreement

These Terms of Use, together with any supplemental terms, product-specific policies, or order confirmations presented at the point of purchase or use, constitute the entire agreement between you and BigNorth, LLC with respect to your use of BigNorth, LLC applications. These terms supersede all prior and contemporaneous understandings, agreements, representations, and warranties — whether written or oral — regarding the subject matter herein.

No Waiver

Failure by BigNorth, LLC to enforce any right or provision of these terms on any occasion shall not constitute a waiver of that right or provision. A waiver by BigNorth, LLC of any default shall not constitute a waiver of any subsequent default of the same or any other provision.

Assignment

You may not assign, transfer, delegate, or sublicense any of your rights or obligations under these terms without the prior written consent of BigNorth, LLC. Any purported assignment without consent is void. BigNorth, LLC may freely assign its rights and obligations under these terms, including in connection with a merger, acquisition, asset sale, or by operation of law, without notice to or consent from you.

Force Majeure

BigNorth, LLC shall not be liable for any delay or failure to perform its obligations under these terms to the extent such delay or failure is caused by circumstances beyond BigNorth, LLC's reasonable control, including but not limited to acts of God, natural disasters, pandemic, war, terrorism, cyberattack, governmental action, infrastructure failure, or third-party service outages.

Notices

Any notices required or permitted under these terms shall be provided in writing. BigNorth, LLC may provide notice to you via the email address associated with your account (if any), or by posting a notice on the relevant application or website. You must provide notice to BigNorth, LLC via the contact information in Section 14.

Headings

Section headings in these terms are for convenience only and have no legal or contractual effect.

Section 14

Contact Information

BigNorth, LLC welcomes questions, licensing inquiries, and legal correspondence. For all matters relating to these terms, intellectual property, or use of our applications:

BigNorth, LLC
Spokane, Washington, United States of America

Web: bignorth.co
Terms URL: graphicdraw.com/terms.html

For intellectual property concerns, unauthorized use reports, or license inquiries, please reference the specific application name and the nature of your inquiry in your correspondence. BigNorth, LLC aims to respond to all legal and compliance inquiries within ten (10) business days.