Terms of Service

1. Acceptance of Terms

Welcome to GroundedNinja. These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your use of our productivity application and related services (the "Service") operated by GroundedNinja ("we," "us," or "our"). By accessing or using our Service, you agree to be bound by these Terms.

2. Description of Service

GroundedNinja is an AI-powered productivity platform that helps users organize thoughts, manage tasks, create content, and enhance productivity through features including:

• Note-taking and node creation with AI assistance
• Task and project management
• Journal and reflection tools
• AI-powered content suggestions and insights
• Collaboration and sharing features

3. User Accounts

3.1 Account Creation

To use our Service, you must create an account using Google OAuth authentication. You must provide accurate and complete information and keep your account information updated.

3.2 Account Security

You are responsible for maintaining the security of your account and all activities that occur under your account. You must immediately notify us of any unauthorized use of your account.

3.3 Account Termination

You may terminate your account at any time. We may terminate or suspend your account immediately if you violate these Terms or for any other reason in our sole discretion.

4. User Content

4.1 Your Content

You retain ownership of all content you create, upload, or share through our Service ("Your Content"). By using our Service, you grant us a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, modify, and distribute Your Content solely for the purpose of providing and improving our Service.

4.2 Content Guidelines

You agree not to create, upload, or share content that:

• Is illegal, harmful, threatening, abusive, or defamatory
• Infringes upon intellectual property rights of others
• Contains viruses, malware, or other harmful code
• Is spam, solicitation, or commercial advertising
• Violates any applicable laws or regulations

4.3 AI Processing

Our Service uses artificial intelligence to provide suggestions, insights, and enhanced functionality. By using our AI features, you consent to the processing of Your Content for these purposes.

5. Acceptable Use

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

• Use the Service in any way that violates applicable laws or regulations
• Transmit any unauthorized advertising, promotional materials, or spam
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems or other users' accounts
• Interfere with or disrupt the Service or servers connected to the Service
• Use automated scripts or bots to access the Service
• Reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble any part of the Service

6. Subscription and Payment

6.1 Free and Paid Services

We offer both free and paid subscription plans. Paid features and pricing are described on our website and may change with notice.

6.2 Payment Terms

For paid subscriptions, you agree to pay all fees as described in your chosen plan. Payments are processed securely through Stripe.

6.3 Refund Policy

Monthly subscriptions: You may cancel at any time. No refunds are provided for partial months, but you retain full access until the end of your current billing period.

Annual subscriptions: You may request a full refund within 14 days of purchase if you have not made substantial use of the Service. After 14 days, no refunds are provided, but you may cancel and retain access until the end of your annual term.

To request a refund, please contact us at [email protected].

6.4 Automatic Renewal

Subscriptions automatically renew unless cancelled before the renewal date. You may cancel your subscription at any time through your account settings.

7. Intellectual Property

7.1 Our Rights

The Service, including its design, functionality, and content (excluding Your Content), is owned by us and protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

7.2 Limited License

We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and use the Service for your personal or business use in accordance with these Terms.

8. Privacy

Your privacy is important to us. Our collection and use of personal information is governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference.

9. Disclaimers

9.1 Service Availability

We strive to maintain the Service, but we do not guarantee that it will be available at all times or free from errors, viruses, or other harmful components.

9.2 AI Accuracy

Our AI features are provided for assistance and enhancement purposes. We do not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of AI-generated suggestions or content.

9.3 Disclaimer of Warranties

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, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT.

10. Limitation of Liability

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 LOSS OF DATA, PROFITS, OR BUSINESS INTERRUPTION, ARISING FROM YOUR USE OF THE SERVICE.

11. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold us harmless from any claims, damages, losses, and expenses arising from your use of the Service, violation of these Terms, or infringement of any rights of another party.

12. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of England and Wales, without regard to conflict of law principles. Any disputes will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.

13. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will notify users of material changes by posting the updated Terms on our website and updating the "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of the Service after such changes constitutes acceptance of the new Terms.

14. Severability

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

15. Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and us regarding the use of the Service.

16. Contact Information

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