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Terms of Service

These Legal Terms constitute a legally binding agreement made between you, whether personally or on behalf of an entity ("you"), and FutureLab Consulting Inc dba BrainstormBot.ai, concerning your access to and use of the Services. You agree that by accessing the Services, you have read, understood, and agreed to be bound by all of these Legal Terms. IF YOU DO NOT AGREE WITH ALL OF THESE LEGAL TERMS, THEN YOU ARE EXPRESSLY PROHIBITED FROM USING THE SERVICES AND YOU MUST DISCONTINUE USE IMMEDIATELY.

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Supplemental terms and conditions or documents that may be posted on the Services from time to time are hereby expressly incorporated herein by reference. We reserve the right, in our sole discretion, to make changes or modifications to these Legal Terms at any time and for any reason. We will alert you about any changes by updating the "Last updated" date of these Legal Terms, and you waive any right to receive specific notice of each such change. It is your responsibility to periodically review these Legal Terms to stay informed of updates. You will be subject to, and will be deemed to have been made aware of and to have accepted, the changes in any revised Legal Terms by your continued use of the Services after the date such revised Legal Terms are posted.

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We recommend that you print a copy of these Legal Terms for your records.

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1. OUR SERVICES

The information provided when using the Services is not intended for distribution to or use by any person or entity in any jurisdiction or country where such distribution or use would be contrary to law or regulation or which would subject us to any registration requirement within such jurisdiction or country. Accordingly, those persons who choose to access the Services from other locations do so on their own initiative and are solely responsible for compliance with local laws, if and to the extent local laws are applicable.

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2. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS

We are the owner or the licensee of all intellectual property rights in our Services, including all source code, patents, databases, functionality, software, website designs, audio, video, text, photographs, and graphics in the Services (collectively, the "Content"), as well as the trademarks, service marks, and logos contained therein (the "Marks").

Our Content and Marks are protected by copyright and trademark laws (and various other intellectual property rights and unfair competition laws) and treaties in the United States and around the world.

The Content and Marks are provided in or through the Services "AS IS" for your personal, non-commercial use or internal business purpose only.

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Subject to your compliance with these Legal Terms, including the "PROHIBITED ACTIVITIES" section below, we grant you a non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to:
access the Services; and download or print a copy of any portion of the Content to which you have properly gained access.

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Except as set out in this section or elsewhere in our Legal Terms, no part of the Services and no Content or Marks may be copied, reproduced, aggregated, republished, uploaded, posted, publicly displayed, encoded, translated, transmitted, distributed, sold, licensed, or otherwise exploited for any commercial purpose whatsoever, without our express prior written permission.

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If we ever grant you the permission to post, reproduce, or publicly display any part of our Services or Content, you must identify us as the owners or licensors of the Services, Content, or Marks and ensure that any copyright or proprietary notice appears or is visible on posting, reproducing, or displaying our Content.

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We reserve all rights not expressly granted to you in and to the Services, Content, and Marks.

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Any breach of these Intellectual Property Rights will constitute a material breach of our Legal Terms and your right to use our Services will terminate immediately.

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Please review this section and the "PROHIBITED ACTIVITIES" section carefully prior to using our Services to understand the (a) rights you give us and (b) obligations you have when you post or upload any content through the Services.

Submissions: By directly sending us any question, comment, suggestion, idea, feedback, or other information about the Services ("Submissions"), you agree to assign to us all intellectual property rights in such Submission. You agree that we shall own this Submission and be entitled to its unrestricted use and dissemination for any lawful purpose, commercial or otherwise, without acknowledgment or compensation to you.

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You are responsible for what you post or upload: 

  • By sending us Submissions through any part of the Services you confirm that you have read and agree with our "PROHIBITED ACTIVITIES" and will not post, send, publish, upload, or transmit through the Services any Submission that is illegal, harassing, hateful, harmful, defamatory, obscene, bullying, abusive, discriminatory, threatening to any person or group, sexually explicit, false, inaccurate, deceitful, or misleading;

  • to the extent permissible by applicable law, waive any and all moral rights to any such Submission; 

  • warrant that any such Submission are original to you or that you have the necessary rights and licenses to submit such Submissions and that you have full authority to grant us the above-mentioned rights in relation to your Submissions; 

  • and warrant and represent that your Submissions do not constitute confidential information.

 

You are solely responsible for your Submissions and you expressly agree to reimburse us for any and all losses that we may suffer because of your breach of (a) this section, (b) any third party’s intellectual property rights, or (c) applicable law.

 

3. USER REPRESENTATIONS

By using the Services, you represent and warrant that: (1) you have the legal capacity and you agree to comply with these Legal Terms; (2) you are not a minor in the jurisdiction in which you reside; (3) you will not access the Services through automated or non-human means, whether through a bot, script or otherwise; (4) you will not use the Services for any illegal or unauthorized purpose; and (5) your use of the Services will not violate any applicable law or regulation.

If you provide any information that is untrue, inaccurate, not current, or incomplete, we have the right to suspend or terminate your account and refuse any and all current or future use of the Services (or any portion thereof).

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4. PROHIBITED ACTIVITIES

You may not access or use the Services for any purpose other than that for which we make the Services available. The Services may not be used in connection with any commercial endeavors except those that are specifically endorsed or approved by us.

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As a user of the Services, you agree not to: 

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  • Systematically retrieve data or other content from the Services to create or compile, directly or indirectly, a collection, compilation, database, or directory without written permission from us. Trick, defraud, or mislead us and other users, especially in any attempt to learn sensitive account information such as user passwords.

  • Circumvent, disable, or otherwise interfere with security-related features of the Services, including features that prevent or restrict the use or copying of any Content or enforce limitations on the use of the Services and/or the Content contained therein. 

  • Disparage, tarnish, or otherwise harm, in our opinion, us and/or the Services. 

  • Use any information obtained from the Services in order to harass, abuse, or harm another person. 

  • Make improper use of our support services or submit false reports of abuse or misconduct. 

  • Use the Services in a manner inconsistent with any applicable laws or regulations. 

  • Engage in unauthorized framing of or linking to the Services. 

  • Upload or transmit (or attempt to upload or to transmit) viruses, Trojan horses, or other material, including excessive use of capital letters and spamming (continuous posting of repetitive text), that interferes with any party’s uninterrupted use and enjoyment of the Services or modifies, impairs, disrupts, alters, or interferes with the use, features, functions, operation, or maintenance of the Services. 

  • Engage in any automated use of the system, such as using scripts to send comments or messages, or using any data mining, robots, or similar data gathering and extraction tools. 

  • Delete the copyright or other proprietary rights notice from any Content. 

  • Attempt to impersonate another user or person or use the username of another user.

  • Upload or transmit (or attempt to upload or to transmit) any material that acts as a passive or active information collection or transmission mechanism, including without limitation, clear graphics interchange formats ("gifs"), 1×1 pixels, web bugs, cookies, or other similar devices (sometimes referred to as "spyware" or "passive collection mechanisms" or "PCMS"). 

  • Interfere with, disrupt, or create an undue burden on the Services or the networks or services connected to the Services.

  • Harass, annoy, intimidate, or threaten any of our employees or agents engaged in providing any portion of the Services to you.

  • Attempt to bypass any measures of the Services designed to prevent or restrict access to the Services, or any portion of the Services.

  • Copy or adapt the Services' software, including but not limited to Flash, PHP, HTML, JavaScript, or other code.

  • Except as permitted by applicable law, decipher, decompile, disassemble, or reverse engineer any of the software comprising or in any way making up a part of the Services.

  • Except as may be the result of standard search engine or Internet browser usage, use, launch, develop, or distribute any automated system, including without limitation, any spider, robot, cheat utility, scraper, or offline reader that accesses the Services, or use or launch any unauthorized script or other software.

  • Use a buying agent or purchasing agent to make purchases on the Services.

  • Make any unauthorized use of the Services, including collecting usernames and/or email addresses of users by electronic or other means for the purpose of sending unsolicited email, or creating user accounts by automated means or under false pretenses.

  • Use the Services as part of any effort to compete with us or otherwise use the Services and/or the Content for any revenue-generating endeavor or commercial enterprise.

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5. USER GENERATED CONTRIBUTIONS

The Service does not generally offer users the functionality of submitting or posting ingestable content. We may provide you with the opportunity to create, submit, post, display, transmit, perform, publish, distribute, or broadcast content and materials to us or on the Services, including but not limited to text, writings, video, audio, photographs, graphics, comments, suggestions, prompts, or personal information or other material (collectively, "Contributions"). Contributions may be viewable by other users of the Services and through third-party websites. When you create or make available any Contributions, you thereby represent and warrant the following:

 

6. CONTRIBUTION LICENSE

You and the Services agree that we may access, store, process, and use any information and personal data that you provide and your choices (including settings). By submitting suggestions or other feedback regarding the Services, you agree that we can use and share such feedback for any purpose without compensation to you. We do not assert any ownership over your Contributions. You retain full ownership of all of your Contributions and any intellectual property rights or other proprietary rights associated with your Contributions. We are not liable for any statements or representations in your Contributions provided by you in any area on the Services. You are solely responsible for your Contributions to the Services and you expressly agree to exonerate us from any and all responsibility and to refrain from any legal action against us regarding your Contributions.

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7. SPECIFIC ISSUES DEALING WITH AI FUNCTIONALITY AND ACCURACY​

You and the Services agree that your user-generated prompts will be processed by AI and machine learning models, which are very new technologies that cannot be relied on for accuracy or originality. These results may be the result of machine learning of pre-existing ideas and innovations, and are likely to be considered prior art. However, they could serve as inspirations for human ideation that produces truly novel ideas.

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Again, neither BrainstormBot nor the integrated ChatGPT engine will store or use data that is generated by the customer, in order to train its models. ChatGPT’s privacy policy specifically acknowledges that it does not store or use data that is generated in the usage of ChatGPT, see: https://openai.com/policies/privacy-policy. Similarly, BrainstormBot’s explicit policy is not to use any customer generated data for training, but will store data temporarily to improve the quality of its service, by providing context for brainstorms and design sprints.

 

8. RATE LIMIT OVERAGES
Our service is subject to rate limits designed to ensure fair usage and optimal performance for all users. These rate limits dictate the maximum number of requests or interactions that you can make within a specific time frame. In the event that you exceed the established rate limits for your usage, you may incur overage charges. Overage charges will apply for each request or interaction beyond the specified rate limits. The overage charges will be calculated based on the excess usage at a predetermined rate per interaction.

 

We will make reasonable efforts to notify you via the contact information provided in your account before implementing any overage charges due to rate limit overages. It is your responsibility to monitor your usage and ensure compliance with the rate limits. Overage charges will be added to your account and billed in accordance with our standard billing practices. Failure to pay overage charges may result in suspension or termination of your access to this service, at our discretion.

 

We reserve the right to adjust the rate limits for the service at any time, based on factors such as system performance, capacity, and fairness to all users. We will make reasonable efforts to provide advance notice of any rate limit adjustments. We are not responsible for any consequences arising from rate limit overages, including but not limited to service interruptions, delays, or losses incurred. You agree to use this service responsibly and in compliance with the established rate limits.

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9. SERVICES MANAGEMENT

We reserve the right, but not the obligation, to: (1) monitor the Services for violations of these Legal Terms; (2) take appropriate legal action against anyone who, in our sole discretion, violates the law or these Legal Terms, including without limitation, reporting such user to law enforcement authorities; (3) in our sole discretion and without limitation, refuse, restrict access to, limit the availability of, or disable (to the extent technologically feasible) any of your Contributions or any portion thereof; (4) in our sole discretion and without limitation, notice, or liability, to remove from the Services or otherwise disable all files and content that are excessive in size or are in any way burdensome to our systems; and (5) otherwise manage the Services in a manner designed to protect our rights and property and to facilitate the proper functioning of the Services.

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10. TERM AND TERMINATION

These Legal Terms shall remain in full force and effect while you use the Services. WITHOUT LIMITING ANY OTHER PROVISION OF THESE LEGAL TERMS, WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO, IN OUR SOLE DISCRETION AND WITHOUT NOTICE OR LIABILITY, DENY ACCESS TO AND USE OF THE SERVICES (INCLUDING BLOCKING CERTAIN IP ADDRESSES), TO ANY PERSON FOR ANY REASON OR FOR NO REASON, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION FOR BREACH OF ANY REPRESENTATION, WARRANTY, OR COVENANT CONTAINED IN THESE LEGAL TERMS OR OF ANY APPLICABLE LAW OR REGULATION. WE MAY TERMINATE YOUR USE OR PARTICIPATION IN THE SERVICES OR DELETE ANY CONTENT OR INFORMATION THAT YOU POSTED AT ANY TIME, WITHOUT WARNING, IN OUR SOLE DISCRETION.

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If we terminate or suspend your account for any reason, you are prohibited from registering and creating a new account under your name, a fake or borrowed name, or the name of any third party, even if you may be acting on behalf of the third party. In addition to terminating or suspending your account, we reserve the right to take appropriate legal action, including without limitation pursuing civil, criminal, and injunctive redress.

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11. MODIFICATIONS AND INTERRUPTIONS

We reserve the right to change, modify, or remove the contents of the Services at any time or for any reason at our sole discretion without notice. However, we have no obligation to update any information on our Services. We will not be liable to you or any third party for any modification, price change, suspension, or discontinuance of the Services.

We cannot guarantee the Services will be available at all times. We may experience hardware, software, or other problems or need to perform maintenance related to the Services, resulting in interruptions, delays, or errors. We reserve the right to change, revise, update, suspend, discontinue, or otherwise modify the Services at any time or for any reason without notice to you. You agree that we have no liability whatsoever for any loss, damage, or inconvenience caused by your inability to access or use the Services during any downtime or discontinuance of the Services. Nothing in these Legal Terms will be construed to obligate us to maintain and support the Services or to supply any corrections, updates, or releases in connection therewith.

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12. GOVERNING LAW

These Legal Terms shall be governed by and defined following the laws of the state of California in the United States. You irrevocably consent that the courts of California shall have exclusive jurisdiction to resolve any dispute which may arise in connection with these Legal Terms.

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13. DISPUTE RESOLUTION

To expedite resolution and control the cost of any dispute, controversy, or claim related to these Legal Terms (each a "Dispute" and collectively, the "Disputes") brought by either you or us (individually, a "Party" and collectively, the "Parties"), the Parties agree to first attempt to negotiate any Dispute (except those Disputes expressly provided below) informally for at least 30 days before initiating arbitration. Such informal negotiations commence upon written notice from one Party to the other Party.

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Any dispute arising out of or in connection with these Legal Terms, including any question regarding its existence, validity, or termination, shall be referred to and finally resolved by the International Commercial Arbitration Court under the European Arbitration Chamber (Belgium, Brussels, Avenue Louise, 146) according to the Rules of this ICAC, which, as a result of referring to it, is considered as the part of this clause. The number of arbitrators shall be three. The seat, or legal place, or arbitration shall be in the City of San Francisco, California, USA. The language of the proceedings shall be English. The governing law of these Legal Terms shall be substantive law of the state of California.

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The Parties agree that any arbitration shall be limited to the Dispute between the Parties individually. To the full extent permitted by law, (a) no arbitration shall be joined with any other proceeding; (b) there is no right or authority for any Dispute to be arbitrated on a class-action basis or to utilize class action procedures; and (c) there is no right or authority for any Dispute to be brought in a purported representative capacity on behalf of the general public or any other persons.

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The Parties agree that the following Disputes are not subject to the above provisions concerning informal negotiations binding arbitration: (a) any Disputes seeking to enforce or protect, or concerning the validity of, any of the intellectual property rights of a Party; (b) any Dispute related to, or arising from, allegations of theft, piracy, invasion of privacy, or unauthorized use; and (c) any claim for injunctive relief. If this provision is found to be illegal or unenforceable, then neither Party will elect to arbitrate any Dispute falling within that portion of this provision found to be illegal or unenforceable and such Dispute shall be decided by a court of competent jurisdiction within the courts listed for jurisdiction above, and the Parties agree to submit to the personal jurisdiction of that court.

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14. CORRECTIONS

There may be information on the Services that contains typographical errors, inaccuracies, or omissions, including descriptions, pricing, availability, and various other information. We reserve the right to correct any errors, inaccuracies, or omissions and to change or update the information on the Services at any time, without prior notice.

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15. DISCLAIMER

THE SERVICES ARE PROVIDED ON AN AS-IS AND AS-AVAILABLE BASIS. YOU AGREE THAT YOUR USE OF THE SERVICES WILL BE AT YOUR SOLE RISK. TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, WE DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, IN CONNECTION WITH THE SERVICES AND YOUR USE THEREOF, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT. WE MAKE NO WARRANTIES OR REPRESENTATIONS ABOUT THE ACCURACY OR COMPLETENESS OF THE SERVICES' CONTENT OR THE CONTENT OF ANY WEBSITES OR MOBILE APPLICATIONS LINKED TO THE SERVICES AND WE WILL ASSUME NO LIABILITY OR RESPONSIBILITY FOR ANY (1) ERRORS, MISTAKES, OR INACCURACIES OF CONTENT AND MATERIALS, (2) PERSONAL INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE, OF ANY NATURE WHATSOEVER, RESULTING FROM YOUR ACCESS TO AND USE OF THE SERVICES, (3) ANY UNAUTHORIZED ACCESS TO OR USE OF OUR SECURE SERVERS AND/OR ANY AND ALL PERSONAL INFORMATION AND/OR FINANCIAL INFORMATION STORED THEREIN, (4) ANY INTERRUPTION OR CESSATION OF TRANSMISSION TO OR FROM THE SERVICES, (5) ANY BUGS, VIRUSES, TROJAN HORSES, OR THE LIKE WHICH MAY BE TRANSMITTED TO OR THROUGH THE SERVICES BY ANY THIRD PARTY, AND/OR (6) ANY ERRORS OR OMISSIONS IN ANY CONTENT AND MATERIALS OR FOR ANY LOSS OR DAMAGE OF ANY KIND INCURRED AS A RESULT OF THE USE OF ANY CONTENT POSTED, TRANSMITTED, OR OTHERWISE MADE AVAILABLE VIA THE SERVICES. WE DO NOT WARRANT, ENDORSE, GUARANTEE, OR ASSUME RESPONSIBILITY FOR ANY PRODUCT OR SERVICE ADVERTISED OR OFFERED BY A THIRD PARTY THROUGH THE SERVICES, ANY HYPERLINKED WEBSITE, OR ANY WEBSITE OR MOBILE APPLICATION FEATURED IN ANY BANNER OR OTHER ADVERTISING, AND WE WILL NOT BE A PARTY TO OR IN ANY WAY BE RESPONSIBLE FOR MONITORING ANY TRANSACTION BETWEEN YOU AND ANY THIRD-PARTY PROVIDERS OF PRODUCTS OR SERVICES. AS WITH THE PURCHASE OF A PRODUCT OR SERVICE THROUGH ANY MEDIUM OR IN ANY ENVIRONMENT, YOU SHOULD USE YOUR BEST JUDGMENT AND EXERCISE CAUTION WHERE APPROPRIATE.

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16. LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY

IN NO EVENT WILL WE OR OUR DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, OR AGENTS BE LIABLE TO YOU OR ANY THIRD PARTY FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, CONSEQUENTIAL, EXEMPLARY, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, INCLUDING LOST PROFIT, LOST REVENUE, LOSS OF DATA, OR OTHER DAMAGES ARISING FROM YOUR USE OF THE SERVICES, EVEN IF WE HAVE BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. NOTWITHSTANDING ANYTHING TO THE CONTRARY CONTAINED HEREIN, OUR LIABILITY TO YOU FOR ANY CAUSE WHATSOEVER AND REGARDLESS OF THE FORM OF THE ACTION, WILL AT ALL TIMES BE LIMITED TO THE LESSER OF THE AMOUNT PAID, IF ANY, BY YOU TO US. CERTAIN US STATE LAWS AND INTERNATIONAL LAWS DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF CERTAIN DAMAGES. IF THESE LAWS APPLY TO YOU, SOME OR ALL OF THE ABOVE DISCLAIMERS OR LIMITATIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU, AND YOU MAY HAVE ADDITIONAL RIGHTS.

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17. INDEMNIFICATION

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold us harmless, including our subsidiaries, affiliates, and all of our respective officers, agents, partners, and employees, from and against any loss, damage, liability, claim, or demand, including reasonable attorneys’ fees and expenses, made by any third party due to or arising out of: (1) use of the Services; (2) breach of these Legal Terms; (3) any breach of your representations and warranties set forth in these Legal Terms; (4) your violation of the rights of a third party, including but not limited to intellectual property rights; or (5) any overt harmful act toward any other user of the Services with whom you connected via the Services. Notwithstanding the foregoing, we reserve the right, at your expense, to assume the exclusive defense and control of any matter for which you are required to indemnify us, and you agree to cooperate, at your expense, with our defense of such claims. We will use reasonable efforts to notify you of any such claim, action, or proceeding which is subject to this indemnification upon becoming aware of it.

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18. USER DATA

We will maintain certain data that you transmit to the Services for the purpose of managing the performance of the Services, as well as data relating to your use of the Services. Although we perform regular routine backups of data, you are solely responsible for all data that you transmit or that relates to any activity you have undertaken using the Services. You agree that we shall have no liability to you for any loss or corruption of any such data, and you hereby waive any right of action against us arising from any such loss or corruption of such data.

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19. ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS, TRANSACTIONS, AND SIGNATURES

Visiting the Services, sending us emails, and completing online forms constitute electronic communications. You consent to receive electronic communications, and you agree that all agreements, notices, disclosures, and other communications we provide to you electronically, via email and on the Services, satisfy any legal requirement that such communication be in writing. YOU HEREBY AGREE TO THE USE OF ELECTRONIC SIGNATURES, CONTRACTS, ORDERS, AND OTHER RECORDS, AND TO ELECTRONIC DELIVERY OF NOTICES, POLICIES, AND RECORDS OF TRANSACTIONS INITIATED OR COMPLETED BY US OR VIA THE SERVICES. You hereby waive any rights or requirements under any statutes, regulations, rules, ordinances, or other laws in any jurisdiction which require an original signature or delivery or retention of non-electronic records, or to payments or the granting of credits by any means other than electronic means.

 

20. MISCELLANEOUS

These Legal Terms and any policies or operating rules posted by us on the Services or in respect to the Services constitute the entire agreement and understanding between you and us. Our failure to exercise or enforce any right or provision of these Legal Terms shall not operate as a waiver of such right or provision. These Legal Terms operate to the fullest extent permissible by law. We may assign any or all of our rights and obligations to others at any time. We shall not be responsible or liable for any loss, damage, delay, or failure to act caused by any cause beyond our reasonable control. If any provision or part of a provision of these Legal Terms is determined to be unlawful, void, or unenforceable, that provision or part of the provision is deemed severable from these Legal Terms and does not affect the validity and enforceability of any remaining provisions. There is no joint venture, partnership, employment or agency relationship created between you and us as a result of these Legal Terms or use of the Services. You agree that these Legal Terms will not be construed against us by virtue of having drafted them. You hereby waive any and all defenses you may have based on the electronic form of these Legal Terms and the lack of signing by the parties hereto to execute these Legal Terms.

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21. CONTACT US

In order to resolve a complaint regarding the Services or to receive further information regarding use of the Services, please contact us at: support@brainstormbot.ai.

 

 

Addendum: Spark Plug Program Terms and Conditions

 

This Addendum ("Addendum") is an integral part of the BrainstormBot™ Terms of Service Agreement and pertains specifically to the "Spark Plug" Program (the "Program"). By participating in this Program, you agree to abide by the terms and conditions outlined herein, in addition to the terms stated in the main BrainstormBot™ Terms of Service Agreement.

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1. Commitment and Participation:

1.1. As a Spark Plug, you agree to actively participate in BrainstormBot™ design sprint sessions and provide guidance, insights, and support to participants within the scope of your role.

1.2. By enrolling in the Spark Plug Program, you expressly commit to fulfill the predetermined quantity and duration of Spark Plug sessions per day, as stated in your orientation and training process.

1.3 Participation in the Spark Plug Program establishes an independent contractor relationship. No aspect of this engagement implies employment, partnership, joint venture, or agency. Participants solely operate as independent entities and assume responsibility for taxes, insurance, and legal obligations arising from their involvement.

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2. Professional Conduct:

2.1. You agree to uphold the highest standards of professionalism, respect, and ethical conduct during all interactions with participants. Your role is to inspire and facilitate, creating a positive and supportive atmosphere for innovative thinking.

2.2. You will refrain from engaging in any behavior that could be perceived as discriminatory, offensive, or disruptive to the coaching process and community.

2.3. Participants in the Spark Plug Program hereby agree to uphold the integrity of the ratings system. Any attempt to manipulate, influence, or exploit the ratings system, whether through fraudulent means, coercive practices, or other forms of gaming, is strictly prohibited. BrainstormBot™ reserves the right to take appropriate actions, including termination from the program, in cases where such behavior is identified. This clause ensures a fair and unbiased ratings system, fostering a genuine environment of collaboration and support within the program.

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3. Confidentiality:

3.1. You acknowledge and agree to treat all ideas and information shared during coaching sessions as strictly confidential. Respecting the confidentiality of participants' ideas is essential to maintaining the trust placed in you.

3.2. You will not disclose, share, or otherwise use any confidential information obtained during spark plug sessions for personal gain or any purpose other than assisting participants in their innovation journey.

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4. Intellectual Property:

4.1. By participating as a Spark Plug in a BrainstormBot™ Brainstorm and/or Design Sprint, you acknowledge and agree that any output, ideas, concepts, materials, or intellectual property generated by you during a design sprint session are considered work-for-hire and shall be the exclusive property of the client who has engaged your services. Furthermore, you affirm that you shall promptly disclose any pre-existing intellectual property that may relate to the subject matter of the design sprint session. This disclosure ensures transparency and allows for appropriate consideration of intellectual property rights.

4.2. This clause underscores the understanding that the client retains full ownership of all intellectual property arising from the brainstorm and/or design sprint session, while maintaining the utmost respect for your contributions and expertise as a valued Spark Plug.

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5. Continued Learning:

5.1. You are responsible for staying informed about BrainstormBot’s features, methodologies, and best practices. This will ensure that your guidance and facilitation remain relevant and effective.

5.2. BrainstormBot™ may provide additional training materials, resources, or updates to enhance your ability to contribute effectively to the Program.

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6. Recognition:

6.1. By participating in the Program, you grant BrainstormBot™ the right to recognize and acknowledge your contributions on the BrainstormBot™ website, social media platforms, and other promotional materials related to the Program.

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7. Termination:

7.1. BrainstormBot™ reserves the right to terminate your participation in the "Spark Plug" Innovation Support Program at any time, for any reason, and without prior notice. Grounds for termination may include but are not limited to a breach of these terms, misconduct, or a failure to fulfill your commitments.

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8. Modification of Terms:

8.1. BrainstormBot™ reserves the right to modify, amend, or terminate the Spark Plug Program, including its terms, structure, or availability, at its discretion. Any changes will be communicated to you through email or other appropriate means.

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9. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution:

9.1. This Addendum shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the jurisdiction specified in the main BrainstormBot™ Terms of Service Agreement. 

9.2. Participants in the Spark Plug Program agree to indemnify and hold BrainstormBot™ harmless from any claims, liabilities, damages, or expenses arising from their participation in the program, including but not limited to any disputes with clients, alleged infringement of intellectual property, or breach of confidentiality. Further, any disputes arising from or in connection with this Addendum shall be subject to the dispute resolution procedures outlined in the main BrainstormBot™ Terms of Service Agreement.

9.3. The parties involved explicitly acknowledge and agree that in the event of any disputes arising between you, acting as a designated Spark Plug, and the client who has engaged your services, a resolution shall be diligently pursued in a manner that prioritizes and aims to exceed the customer's satisfaction. You agree to engage with constructive dialogue, good-faith negotiations, and collaborative problem-solving to achieve a resolution that not only addresses the issue at hand but also upholds the ethos of fostering delight and contentment for the customer. A commitment to amicable dispute resolution underlines our mission to ensure a harmonious and mutually beneficial relationship between Spark Plug and client within the BrainstormBot™ framework. 

 

By participating in the BrainstormBot™ Spark Plug Program, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to abide by the terms and conditions set forth in this Addendum, as well as the main BrainstormBot™ Terms of Service Agreement. Your commitment to these terms is essential in maintaining the integrity, professionalism, and effectiveness of the Program.

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