Terms of Service

Last updated: September 28, 2025

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using Author AI, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use our service.

2. Description of Service

Author AI is an AI-powered writing assistant platform that helps authors and writers create authentic content by leveraging their personal memory, experiences, and unique voice. Our service includes manuscript management, AI writing agents, and personalized memory integration to enhance your writing process.

3. User Accounts and Eligibility

To use Author AI, you must:

  • Be at least 18 years old or have parental consent
  • Provide accurate and current information when creating your account
  • Maintain the confidentiality of your account credentials
  • Be responsible for all activities that occur under your account
  • Notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account

4. Acceptable Use Policy

You agree to use Author AI responsibly and not to:

  • Generate harmful, defamatory, harassing, or illegal content
  • Create content that violates intellectual property rights
  • Use the service to plagiarize or misrepresent others' work
  • Attempt to reverse engineer or compromise our AI systems
  • Share your account credentials with unauthorized persons
  • Upload malicious code, viruses, or other harmful materials
  • Use the service for any commercial purpose without proper licensing
  • Violate any applicable laws or regulations

5. Content Ownership and Intellectual Property

Your Content

  • You retain full ownership of all writing, manuscripts, and personal memory data you provide
  • You grant us a limited license to process your content solely for providing our service
  • We do not claim ownership of your creative outputs or generated content
  • Your personal memory data remains strictly confidential and private

Our Content

  • Author AI's software, AI models, and technology remain our intellectual property
  • You may not copy, modify, or distribute our proprietary technology
  • Our brand, logos, and trademarks are protected intellectual property

6. AI-Generated Content and Assistance

Regarding AI-generated content and suggestions:

  • AI assistance is provided to enhance your creativity, not replace it
  • You are responsible for reviewing and editing all AI-generated content
  • AI suggestions are based on your personal memory and writing patterns
  • We do not guarantee the accuracy or originality of AI-generated content
  • You should verify facts and citations in AI-assisted content
  • AI-generated content should comply with all applicable laws and ethical standards

7. Privacy and Personal Memory Data

Your privacy is paramount to our service:

  • Personal memory data is processed according to our Privacy Policy
  • You control what personal information you share with our AI
  • You can delete your memory data at any time
  • We implement strong security measures to protect your personal information
  • Your data is never shared with third parties without your consent

8. Subscription and Payments

For paid services:

  • Subscription fees are charged in advance on a recurring basis
  • You may cancel your subscription at any time
  • Refunds are provided according to our refund policy
  • Price changes will be communicated with 30 days notice
  • Free trial periods may be offered at our discretion

9. Service Availability and Modifications

We strive to provide reliable service but:

  • We do not guarantee uninterrupted access to our service
  • We may perform maintenance or updates that temporarily affect availability
  • We may modify features or discontinue services with reasonable notice
  • We will provide data export options before discontinuing core features

10. Data Export and Portability

You have the right to:

  • Export your manuscripts and writing projects at any time
  • Download your personal memory data in standard formats
  • Transfer your content to other platforms or services
  • Request assistance with data migration upon account closure

11. Limitation of Liability

Author AI is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind. To the fullest extent permitted by law:

  • We are not liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages
  • Our total liability is limited to the amount you paid for our service
  • We do not warrant the accuracy of AI-generated content
  • We are not responsible for loss of data due to user error
  • Some jurisdictions may not allow certain limitations, so these may not apply to you

12. Termination

This agreement may be terminated:

  • By You: Cancel your account at any time through your account settings
  • By Us: We may suspend or terminate accounts that violate these terms
  • Effect: Upon termination, your right to use the service ceases immediately
  • Data Retention: We will retain your data for 30 days to allow for account recovery

13. Dispute Resolution

For disputes arising from these terms:

  • We encourage resolving issues through our customer support first
  • Disputes will be governed by the laws of [Jurisdiction]
  • Arbitration may be required for certain types of disputes
  • Class action lawsuits are waived to the extent permitted by law

14. Changes to Terms

We may update these terms periodically:

  • Material changes will be communicated via email or in-app notification
  • Continued use of the service constitutes acceptance of updated terms
  • If you disagree with changes, you may terminate your account
  • The current version will always be available on our website

15. Beta Features and Experimental Services

Author AI may offer beta or experimental features:

  • Beta features are provided "as is" with additional risks
  • Beta features may be modified or discontinued without notice
  • Feedback on beta features helps improve our service
  • Additional terms may apply to experimental features

16. Contact Information

For questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us:

Email: support@author-ai.app

Subject Line: Terms of Service Inquiry

For legal notices or formal communications:

Email: legal@author-ai.app

We will respond to all inquiries within 48 hours during business days.