TERMS OF SERVICE

Contribbit LLC

Effective Date: [INSERT DATE]

1. ACCEPTANCE OF TERMS

By accessing, using, or registering for Contribbit (the "Service"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, do not use the Service. Contribbit LLC, an Alabama limited liability company ("Contribbit," "we," "us," or "our"), reserves the right to refuse service to anyone at any time.

2. MODIFICATIONS TO TERMS

Contribbit may modify these Terms at any time. We will notify you of material changes via email or by posting the updated Terms on our website. Your continued use of the Service following notification of changes constitutes your acceptance of the modified Terms. It is your responsibility to review these Terms periodically for updates.

3. ENTIRE AGREEMENT

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and Acceptable Use Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Contribbit regarding your use of the Service and supersede all prior agreements, understandings, and negotiations, whether written or oral.

4. DEFINITIONS

For purposes of these Terms:

"User" or "You" means any individual or entity that accesses or uses the Service.
"Content" means any text, data, information, or materials uploaded, created, or submitted by you through the Service.
"AI-Generated Content" means text or other content created by artificial intelligence models through the Service.
"Creations" means organized compilations of Content and AI-Generated Content that you create and manage within the Service.
"Services" means Contribbit's platform, tools, features, and functionality, including AI-powered content generation.
"Personal Data" means any information relating to an identified or identifiable natural person.

5. ACCOUNT REGISTRATION AND SECURITY

5.1 Account Creation

To use the Service, you must create an account and provide accurate, complete, and current information. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and password.

5.2 User Responsibility

You are solely responsible for all activities that occur under your account. You agree to:

Maintain the security of your password and account
Notify Contribbit immediately of any unauthorized access or use
Accept responsibility for all activities conducted through your account

5.3 Account Suspension and Termination

Contribbit reserves the right to suspend or terminate your account at any time, with or without notice, if we believe you have violated these Terms or engaged in prohibited activities.

6. SERVICE DESCRIPTION AND LIMITATIONS

6.1 Service Overview

Contribbit is an AI-powered collaborative platform that allows users to create, organize, and manage text-based content using various artificial intelligence models. The Service includes features for note-taking, document management, content creation, and collaboration.

6.2 Beta Status

The Service is currently in beta and is provided on an "AS-IS" basis. Contribbit makes no warranties regarding the stability, reliability, or availability of the Service during the beta phase. Features, functionality, and pricing may change at any time with notice. You acknowledge that the Service may contain bugs, errors, and other defects.

6.3 Service Availability

Contribbit does not guarantee uninterrupted or error-free service. The Service may be unavailable due to maintenance, updates, technical issues, or other reasons beyond our control. We are not liable for any downtime or service interruptions.

6.4 Rate Limits and Usage Caps

The Service is subject to rate limits and usage caps that vary by subscription tier. These limits are displayed on our website and may change at any time with notice. Contribbit reserves the right to enforce these limits and suspend access if limits are exceeded.

6.5 Changes to Services

Contribbit reserves the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any feature or functionality of the Service at any time, with or without notice. We are not liable for any changes to or discontinuation of the Service.

7. FEES AND BILLING

7.1 Subscription Fees

The Service is provided on a subscription basis. Fees are displayed on our website and vary by subscription tier. By subscribing, you authorize Contribbit to charge your payment method on a recurring basis according to your selected billing cycle (monthly, annual, or other).

7.2 Billing Cycle

Your subscription will renew automatically at the end of each billing period unless you cancel. You will be charged the applicable fee for your subscription tier at the beginning of each billing cycle.

7.3 Cancellation and Access

If you cancel your subscription, you will retain access to the Service through the end of your current billing period (month or year). No refunds will be issued for partial periods or unused portions of your subscription.

7.4 No Refund Policy

Contribbit does not offer refunds for any reason. Once payment is received, it is non-refundable. You will have access to the Service through the end of your paid billing period.

7.5 Price Changes

Contribbit reserves the right to change subscription fees at any time. Price changes will be communicated to you via email at least 30 days in advance. Your continued use of the Service following a price change constitutes acceptance of the new fees.

7.6 Payment Method

You agree to provide accurate payment information and authorize Contribbit to charge your payment method for all fees owed. If payment fails, Contribbit may suspend your account until payment is received.

8. USER CONDUCT AND ACCEPTABLE USE

8.1 Prohibited Activities

You agree not to use the Service to:

Engage in any illegal activity or violate any applicable law or regulation
Create, upload, or distribute content that is illegal, defamatory, obscene, or harmful
Harass, threaten, or abuse other users
Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the Service or other users' accounts
Reverse engineer, decompile, or attempt to discover the source code or underlying algorithms of the Service
Scrape, crawl, or automatically extract data from the Service
Use the Service for competitive purposes or to develop competing products
Transmit viruses, malware, or other harmful code
Spam or send unsolicited communications
Violate the intellectual property rights of Contribbit or third parties

8.2 Prohibited Content

You agree not to upload, create, or distribute Content that:

Infringes on the intellectual property rights of others (including trademarks, copyrights, and patents)
Contains trademarked material without authorization
Is illegal in any jurisdiction
Violates the rights of any third party
Is used to create deepfakes, misinformation, or fraudulent content
Violates the privacy or confidentiality of others

8.3 Compliance with Laws

You are solely responsible for ensuring that your use of the Service complies with all applicable laws and regulations in your jurisdiction.

8.4 Enforcement

Contribbit reserves the right to investigate violations of these Terms and take appropriate action, including account suspension or termination, without notice.

9. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS

9.1 Ownership of User Content

You retain all ownership rights to any Content you create or upload to the Service. By uploading Content to Contribbit, you grant Contribbit a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free license to:

Store and maintain your Content
Monitor your Content for quality assurance and service improvement
Detect and identify hallucinations, inaccuracies, and other issues
Use aggregated, anonymized data derived from your Content to improve the Service
Display your Content within the Service as part of your account

9.2 Ownership of AI-Generated Content

You own all AI-Generated Content created through the Service. You may use, modify, distribute, and commercialize AI-Generated Content as you see fit, subject to the restrictions in Section 9.3.

9.3 Restrictions on AI-Generated Content

You acknowledge that AI-Generated Content may contain inaccuracies, hallucinations, or misleading information. You are solely responsible for verifying the accuracy and legality of AI-Generated Content before using, publishing, or distributing it. Contribbit is not responsible for any inaccuracies or legal issues arising from AI-Generated Content.

9.4 Contribbit's Intellectual Property

Contribbit retains all ownership rights to the Service, including all software, code, design, features, and functionality. You are granted a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to use the Service for your personal or business purposes, subject to these Terms.

9.5 Creations

"Creations" are compilations of Content and AI-Generated Content that you organize and manage within the Service. You retain full ownership of your Creations. You may export your Creations at any time. Upon account termination, Creations will be deleted within 7 days unless you export them.

9.6 Third-Party Content

The Service may contain links to or integrate with third-party services, content, or materials. Contribbit does not endorse, warrant, or assume responsibility for third-party content. Your use of third-party services is governed by their terms and policies.

10. PERSONAL DATA AND PRIVACY

10.1 Personal Data Warning

Contribbit does not intentionally collect or process Personal Data through the Service. However, you may inadvertently input Personal Data (such as names, email addresses, or other identifying information) when creating Content or using the Service.

10.2 User Responsibility for Personal Data

You are solely responsible for ensuring that you do not input Personal Data into the Service. If you do input Personal Data, you are responsible for:

Complying with all applicable data protection laws (including GDPR, CCPA, and others)
Obtaining necessary consents from individuals whose Personal Data you input
Ensuring that your use of the Service does not violate privacy laws or regulations
Indemnifying Contribbit for any claims arising from your input of Personal Data

10.3 Data Protection Compliance

Contribbit is not a data processor under GDPR or other data protection laws. If you input Personal Data, you are the data controller and are responsible for compliance. Contribbit disclaims all liability for your misuse of Personal Data through the Service.

10.4 Cloud Storage

User data, including Content and AI-Generated Content, is stored on third-party cloud services. Contribbit is not responsible for the security or privacy practices of cloud service providers. For more information about data storage and security, see our Privacy Policy.

10.5 Data Retention After Termination

Upon account termination or cancellation, your data will be retained for 7 days. After 7 days, all data associated with your account will be permanently deleted, except for Creations that you have exported. Contribbit is not responsible for recovery of deleted data.

10.6 Privacy Policy

Your use of the Service is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated by reference into these Terms. Please review our Privacy Policy for information about how we collect, use, and protect your information.

11. AI-GENERATED CONTENT AND HALLUCINATIONS

11.1 Hallucination and Inaccuracy Disclaimer

AI models used by Contribbit may generate inaccurate, misleading, or false information ("hallucinations"). Contribbit does not warrant the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any AI-Generated Content. You acknowledge that:

AI-Generated Content may contain factual errors
AI-Generated Content may be outdated or incomplete
AI-Generated Content may be biased or misleading
You must independently verify all AI-Generated Content before relying on it

11.2 User Responsibility for Verification

You are solely responsible for:

Fact-checking and verifying all AI-Generated Content
Editing and correcting AI-Generated Content as needed
Ensuring that AI-Generated Content is accurate and appropriate for your intended use
Conducting due diligence before publishing or distributing AI-Generated Content

11.3 Monitoring for Quality and Hallucinations

Contribbit may monitor your Content and AI-Generated Content to:

Detect hallucinations and inaccuracies
Improve the quality of the Service
Identify and address service issues
Enhance AI models and algorithms

This monitoring does not constitute verification or endorsement of your Content. Contribbit is not responsible for missing or failing to identify hallucinations.

11.4 Reporting Inaccurate Content

If you discover inaccurate or misleading AI-Generated Content, you may report it to Contribbit at [INSERT CONTACT EMAIL]. Contribbit will review reports in good faith but is not obligated to take any action.

11.5 No Liability for Hallucinations

Contribbit is not liable for any damages, losses, or claims arising from hallucinations, inaccuracies, or misleading information in AI-Generated Content. You use AI-Generated Content at your own risk.

12. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY INFRINGEMENT

12.1 Trademark and Copyright Infringement

You agree not to upload, create, or distribute Content that infringes on the intellectual property rights of others, including trademarks, copyrights, and patents.

12.2 DMCA Takedown Procedures

If Contribbit receives notice that Content infringes on intellectual property rights, or if we discover Content that appears to infringe, we will:

Investigate the claim
Notify you of the alleged infringement
Provide you with an opportunity to dispute the claim (see Section 12.3)
If the claim is valid or uncontested, remove the Content and/or terminate your account

12.3 Right to Dispute

If your account is terminated or Content is removed due to alleged infringement, you may dispute the claim by submitting a counter-notice to [INSERT CONTACT EMAIL] within 14 days. Your counter-notice must include:

Your name and contact information
A description of the Content in question
A statement that you believe the Content does not infringe
A statement that you are willing to submit to the jurisdiction of a court of competent jurisdiction

Contribbit will review your counter-notice and may reinstate your account or Content if we determine the claim was invalid.

12.4 Termination for Infringement

If Content is found to infringe on intellectual property rights, or if you repeatedly upload infringing Content, Contribbit may terminate your account without further notice.

13. MARKETING AND USE OF COMPANY NAME

13.1 Marketing Communications Opt-In

By creating an account, you consent to receive marketing communications from Contribbit, including emails about new features, updates, and promotional offers. You may opt out of marketing communications at any time by clicking the "Unsubscribe" link in any email or by contacting us at [INSERT CONTACT EMAIL].

13.2 Use of Company Name and Logos

You grant Contribbit permission to use your company name, logo, and likeness in case studies, testimonials, marketing materials, and on our website to promote the Service. This permission is part of your acceptance of these Terms and does not require additional consent. You may opt out of this permission by contacting us at [INSERT CONTACT EMAIL].

13.3 Transactional Communications

Contribbit may send you transactional communications (such as billing notifications, account updates, and service announcements) regardless of your marketing preferences. These communications are necessary for the operation of the Service.

14. WARRANTIES AND DISCLAIMERS

14.1 AS-IS Service

THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED ON AN "AS-IS" AND "AS-AVAILABLE" BASIS. CONTRIBBIT MAKES NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, REGARDING THE SERVICE, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, OR NON-INFRINGEMENT.

14.2 Disclaimer of Accuracy

Contribbit does not warrant that:

The Service will be accurate, complete, or reliable
AI-Generated Content will be accurate or free from hallucinations
The Service will meet your specific needs or expectations
The Service will be uninterrupted or error-free

14.3 Disclaimer of Third-Party Services

Contribbit is not responsible for the performance, reliability, or security of third-party services, including cloud storage providers. Your use of third-party services is at your own risk.

14.4 Disclaimer of Data Loss

Contribbit is not responsible for loss, corruption, or deletion of your data. You are responsible for maintaining backups of your Content and Creations.

15. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

15.1 Cap on Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, CONTRIBBIT'S TOTAL LIABILITY TO YOU FOR ANY CLAIMS ARISING FROM OR RELATED TO THESE TERMS OR YOUR USE OF THE SERVICE SHALL NOT EXCEED THE TOTAL FEES YOU PAID TO CONTRIBBIT IN THE 12 MONTHS PRECEDING THE CLAIM.

15.2 Exclusion of Damages

IN NO EVENT SHALL CONTRIBBIT BE LIABLE FOR:

Indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages
Lost profits, revenue, or data
Loss of business opportunity or goodwill
Damages arising from your use of AI-Generated Content
Damages arising from hallucinations or inaccuracies in AI-Generated Content
Damages arising from your input of Personal Data
Damages arising from service interruptions or downtime

15.3 Carve-Outs

The limitations in this Section do not apply to:

Indemnification obligations (Section 16)
Intellectual property infringement claims
Your breach of Section 8 (User Conduct)
Claims that cannot be limited under applicable law

16. INDEMNIFICATION

16.1 User Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Contribbit and its officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising from or related to:

Your use of the Service
Your violation of these Terms
Your violation of applicable laws or regulations
Your Content or AI-Generated Content
Your input of Personal Data
Your infringement of third-party intellectual property rights
Claims by third parties arising from your use of the Service

16.2 Defense and Settlement

Contribbit will notify you of any indemnifiable claim and cooperate in your defense. You may not settle any claim without Contribbit's prior written consent.

17. DISPUTE RESOLUTION AND ARBITRATION

17.1 Governing Law

These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Alabama, without regard to its conflict of law principles.

17.2 Mandatory Arbitration

Any dispute, claim, or controversy arising from or related to these Terms or your use of the Service shall be resolved by binding arbitration, not by litigation in court. By agreeing to these Terms, you waive your right to a jury trial and your right to litigate in court.

17.3 Arbitration Process

First Arbitration: Any dispute shall first be submitted to binding arbitration before a single arbitrator. The arbitration shall be conducted under the rules of the American Arbitration Association (AAA) or another mutually agreed-upon arbitration body.
Second Arbitration: If the first arbitration does not resolve the dispute, either party may request a second arbitration before a different arbitrator under the same rules.
Litigation: If both arbitrations fail to resolve the dispute, either party may pursue litigation in the state or federal courts located in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. Both parties consent to the exclusive jurisdiction and venue of these courts.

17.4 Arbitration Costs

Each party shall bear its own costs and attorneys' fees in arbitration. The arbitrator may award costs and fees to the prevailing party as permitted by law.

17.5 Class Action Waiver

YOU AGREE THAT ANY ARBITRATION OR LITIGATION SHALL BE CONDUCTED ON AN INDIVIDUAL BASIS AND NOT AS A CLASS ACTION, COLLECTIVE ACTION, OR REPRESENTATIVE ACTION. You waive your right to participate in any class action or collective action against Contribbit.

17.6 Equitable Relief

Notwithstanding the arbitration requirement, either party may seek equitable relief (such as injunctive relief) in court to prevent irreparable harm.

18. TERMINATION

18.1 Termination by You

You may terminate your account at any time by contacting Contribbit at [INSERT CONTACT EMAIL]. Upon termination, you will retain access to the Service through the end of your current billing period. No refunds will be issued.

18.2 Termination by Contribbit

Contribbit may terminate your account immediately, without notice, if:

You violate these Terms or the Acceptable Use Policy
You engage in illegal activities
You upload Content that is trademarked, copyrighted, or otherwise infringes on intellectual property rights
You upload Content that is illegal or violates the rights of third parties
We receive notice of infringement or illegal activity
We determine that your use of the Service poses a risk to Contribbit or other users

18.3 Effect of Termination

Upon termination:

Your access to the Service will be immediately revoked
Your account and associated data will be retained for 7 days
After 7 days, all data will be permanently deleted, except for Creations you have exported
Sections 9 (Intellectual Property), 10 (Personal Data), 11 (AI-Generated Content), 14 (Warranties and Disclaimers), 15 (Limitation of Liability), 16 (Indemnification), and 17 (Dispute Resolution) will survive termination

18.4 Data Export

You may export your Creations at any time. Other data (notes, documents, etc.) cannot be exported and will be deleted upon account termination.

19. ACCESSIBILITY

Contribbit is committed to ensuring that the Service is accessible to individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable accessibility laws. If you experience accessibility issues, please contact us at [INSERT CONTACT EMAIL] and we will work to address your concerns.

20. SEVERABILITY

If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable, that provision shall be severed, and the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

21. WAIVER

The failure of Contribbit to enforce any provision of these Terms does not constitute a waiver of that provision or any other provision. Contribbit's waiver of any breach does not constitute a waiver of any subsequent breach.

22. ASSIGNMENT

You may not assign, transfer, or delegate your rights or obligations under these Terms without Contribbit's prior written consent. Contribbit may assign these Terms to any successor or affiliate without notice. Any attempted assignment in violation of this Section is void.

23. ENTIRE AGREEMENT AND INTEGRATION

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and Acceptable Use Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Contribbit regarding your use of the Service. These Terms supersede all prior agreements, understandings, and negotiations, whether written or oral.

24. NOTICE

Any notice required under these Terms shall be in writing and delivered by:

Email to the email address associated with your account
Posting on the Contribbit website
Certified mail to Contribbit's principal place of business

Notices are effective upon receipt.

25. CONTACT INFORMATION

For questions about these Terms, to report violations, or to exercise your rights, please contact Contribbit at:

Contribbit LLC [INSERT ADDRESS] [INSERT EMAIL] [INSERT PHONE]

26. EFFECTIVE DATE

These Terms are effective as of the date listed at the top of this document and apply to all users of the Service.

END OF TERMS OF SERVICE