Terms of Service

2. DEFINITIONS

• API: The deduplication application programming interface provided by the Service.
• Account: Your registered account with the Service that allows you to access and use the API.
• API Key: The unique authentication credential issued to you for accessing the API.
• User, You, or Your: The individual or entity that has agreed to these Terms and is using the Service.
• Data: Any content, information, or material that you submit to the Service for processing.

3. ACCOUNT REGISTRATION AND API KEYS

3.1 Registration

To use the Service, you must create an account by providing accurate and complete information. You are responsible for maintaining the security of your account and API key.

3.2 API Keys

API keys are unique to you and must be kept confidential. You are responsible for all activities that occur using your API key. Notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your API key or any other breach of security.

3.3 Account Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your account at our sole discretion, without notice, for conduct that we determine violates these Terms or is harmful to other users, us, or third parties, or for any other reason.

4. SERVICE USAGE AND LIMITATIONS

4.1 Acceptable Use

You agree to use the Service only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. You agree not to use the Service:

• In any way that violates any applicable law or regulation.
• To engage in any activity that interferes with or disrupts the Service.
• To attempt to gain unauthorized access to the Service or related systems or networks.

4.2 Rate Limits

The Service is subject to rate limits. Excessive use or abuse of the API may result in temporary or permanent suspension of your access to the Service.

4.3 Service Modifications

We reserve the right to modify or discontinue, temporarily or permanently, the Service with or without notice.

5. PAYMENT TERMS

5.1 Fees

You agree to pay all fees associated with your use of the Service according to the pricing listed on our website. All fees are exclusive of taxes, which you are responsible for paying.

5.2 Billing

For paid plans, we will bill you in advance on a recurring basis. You authorize us to charge your designated payment method for all fees incurred.

5.3 Refunds

Fees paid are non-refundable except as required by law or as explicitly stated in these Terms.

6. DATA PRIVACY AND SECURITY

6.1 Privacy Policy

Your use of the Service is subject to our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference.

6.2 Data Processing

We process your Data only as necessary to provide the Service and as specified in our Privacy Policy.

6.3 Security Measures

We implement reasonable security measures to protect your Data and API key, but we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY

7.1 Ownership

The Service, including all content, features, and functionality, is owned by us and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

7.2 License to Use

We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to use the Service as permitted by these Terms.

7.3 Feedback

If you provide us with feedback about the Service, you grant us the right to use that feedback without restriction or compensation to you.

8. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

8.1 Disclaimer of Warranties

THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT ANY WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED.

8.2 Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, IN NO EVENT SHALL WE BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, OR ANY LOSS OF PROFITS OR REVENUES, WHETHER INCURRED DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY.

8.3 Cap on Liability

OUR TOTAL LIABILITY FOR ANY CLAIM ARISING OUT OF OR RELATING TO THESE TERMS OR THE SERVICE SHALL NOT EXCEED THE GREATER OF $100 OR THE AMOUNT YOU PAID US IN THE 12 MONTHS PRECEDING THE CLAIM.

9. INDEMNIFICATION

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless our company and its officers, directors, employees, agents, and affiliates from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses, including reasonable attorneys' fees, arising out of or in any way connected with your access to or use of the Service.

10. TERM AND TERMINATION

10.1 Term

These Terms will remain in effect until terminated by you or us.

10.2 Termination by You

You may terminate these Terms at any time by canceling your account.

10.3 Termination by Us

We may terminate or suspend your access to the Service immediately, without prior notice or liability, for any reason.

10.4 Effect of Termination

Upon termination, your right to use the Service will immediately cease. All provisions of these Terms which by their nature should survive termination shall survive.

11. GENERAL PROVISIONS

11.1 Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by the laws of [Your Jurisdiction], without regard to its conflict of law principles.

11.2 Dispute Resolution

Any dispute arising from these Terms will be resolved through binding arbitration conducted in [Your City, State/Country] in accordance with the rules of [Arbitration Association].

11.3 Severability

If any provision of these Terms is held to be unenforceable or invalid, such provision will be changed and interpreted to accomplish the objectives of such provision to the greatest extent possible under applicable law.

11.4 Entire Agreement

These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and us regarding the Service and supersede all prior agreements and understandings.

11.5 Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will provide notice of significant changes by posting a notice on our website or by sending you an email.

12. CONTACT INFORMATION

If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us at:

• Email: legal@similarity-api.com