Please read these terms carefully before using Kernel Mirror. By accessing or using our service, you agree to be bound by these terms and conditions.
Last Updated: October 24, 2025
By accessing, browsing, or using the Kernel Mirror platform ("Service"), you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"), as well as our Privacy Policy.
If you do not agree to these Terms, you must not access or use the Service. Your continued use of the Service constitutes acceptance of any modifications to these Terms.
These Terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you ("User", "you", or "your") and Kernel Mirror ("we", "us", or "our").
Certain features of the Service may be subject to additional terms and conditions, which will be made available to you in connection with such features.
Kernel Mirror is a platform that provides:
Kernel Mirror acts as a distribution platform for publicly available Linux kernel files. We do not develop, modify, or maintain the kernel software itself.
We strive to maintain high availability, but we do not guarantee uninterrupted access to the Service. Maintenance, updates, or technical issues may cause temporary disruptions.
While we make reasonable efforts to ensure accuracy, we do not warrant that the information provided (including version numbers, changelogs, or download links) is complete, accurate, or current.
You must be at least 13 years of age to use this Service. If you are under 18, you must have permission from a parent or legal guardian.
By using the Service, you represent and warrant that:
Access to the Service may be restricted in certain jurisdictions. You are responsible for ensuring that your use of the Service complies with local laws and regulations.
Some features of the Service may require you to create an account. When creating an account, you agree to:
You are solely responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials. We are not liable for any loss or damage arising from your failure to protect your account information.
Different account types may have different permissions:
You may terminate your account at any time by contacting us. We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate these Terms.
You agree NOT to use the Service to:
Any attempt to compromise the security, integrity, or availability of the Service may result in immediate account termination and legal action.
We implement rate limiting and access controls to ensure fair use. Excessive automated requests or bulk downloads may be throttled or blocked.
If you become aware of any violations of these Terms, please report them to us immediately at abuse@kernel.is.
The Kernel Mirror platform, including its design, layout, graphics, and code, is owned by us and protected by intellectual property laws. You may not copy, modify, or distribute our platform without permission.
All trademarks, service marks, and logos displayed on the Service are the property of their respective owners. Nothing in these Terms grants you any right to use these marks.
You retain ownership of any content you submit to the Service. By submitting content, you grant us a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, display, and distribute that content in connection with the Service.
The Linux kernel is distributed under the GNU General Public License v2 (GPLv2). By downloading kernel files, you agree to comply with the GPLv2 license terms.
All kernel files provided through this Service are licensed under their respective open source licenses. We do not claim ownership of the kernel software or modify its licensing terms.
The Service may utilize third-party libraries and components, each subject to their own licenses. We acknowledge and respect all applicable open source licenses.
PGP signature files are provided for verification purposes. We encourage all users to verify signatures before using downloaded kernel files.
THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, OR NON-INFRINGEMENT.
We do not guarantee that:
We are not responsible for the content, accuracy, or availability of third-party websites or resources linked from our Service.
You acknowledge that use of the Service and any downloaded materials is at your sole risk. You are responsible for implementing adequate security measures and backup procedures.
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, WE SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:
Our total liability to you for any claims arising from or related to the Service shall not exceed the amount you paid us (if any) in the twelve (12) months preceding the claim.
The limitations in this section apply even if any remedy fails of its essential purpose.
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Kernel Mirror, its officers, directors, employees, and agents from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising from:
You are financially and legally responsible for your actions on the platform and any consequences that arise from violations of these Terms.
You may stop using the Service at any time. If you have an account, you may request account deletion by contacting us.
We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access to the Service, with or without notice, for any reason, including:
Upon termination:
We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will notify users of material changes by:
Your continued use of the Service after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the modified Terms. If you do not agree to the changes, you must stop using the Service.
We may modify, suspend, or discontinue any aspect of the Service at any time without notice. We are not liable for any modification, suspension, or discontinuation of the Service.
These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the jurisdiction in which Kernel Mirror operates, without regard to conflict of law principles.
You agree to submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in our operating jurisdiction for the resolution of any disputes.
If you access the Service from outside our jurisdiction, you are responsible for compliance with local laws and regulations.
Before filing a formal claim, you agree to contact us at legal@kernel.is and attempt to resolve the dispute informally for at least 30 days.
If informal resolution fails, disputes may be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with the rules of a recognized arbitration association.
You agree to resolve disputes on an individual basis only. You waive any right to participate in class actions, class arbitrations, or representative proceedings.
Either party may seek injunctive relief or pursue claims in small claims court, without regard to arbitration requirements.
If you have questions, concerns, or disputes regarding these Terms of Service, please contact us:
For questions about these Terms or legal matters
Email: legal [AT] kernel [DOT] is
Response Time: Within 5 business days
Contact Legal TeamThese Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Kernel Mirror regarding the Service, and supersede all prior agreements and understandings.
If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision will be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary, and the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.
No waiver of any term of these Terms shall be deemed a further or continuing waiver of such term or any other term, and our failure to assert any right under these Terms shall not constitute a waiver of such right.
Thank you for taking the time to read our Terms of Service. We're committed to providing a secure, reliable, and transparent service for the Linux kernel community.