Terms of Service

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using Clypse's AI-powered video clipping service ("Service"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, you may not use our Service.

2. Description of Service

Clypse provides an artificial intelligence-powered platform that:

• Analyzes uploaded video content to identify engaging moments
• Generates short-form clips optimized for social media platforms
• Provides automated captioning and video editing capabilities
• Offers export and sharing functionalities for generated content

3. Eligibility and Account Registration

3.1 Age Requirements

You must be at least 13 years old to use our Service. Users between 13-18 must have parental consent.

3.2 Account Responsibility

• You are responsible for maintaining the security of your account credentials
• You must provide accurate and complete registration information
• You are liable for all activities that occur under your account
• You must promptly notify us of any unauthorized account access

4. Acceptable Use Policy

4.1 Permitted Uses

You may use our Service only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms.

4.2 Prohibited Content

You may not upload, process, or distribute content that:

• Infringes intellectual property rights of any third party
• Contains copyrighted material without proper authorization
• Violates privacy rights of individuals without consent
• Includes hate speech, harassment, or discriminatory content
• Contains adult content, violence, or harmful material
• Promotes illegal activities or violates applicable laws
• Includes malware, viruses, or malicious code

4.3 Prohibited Activities

You may not:

• Attempt to reverse engineer or extract our AI algorithms
• Use automated tools to access our Service without authorization
• Interfere with or disrupt our Service or servers
• Create multiple accounts to circumvent usage limitations
• Resell or redistribute our Service without permission

5. Intellectual Property and Content Rights

5.1 Your Content Ownership

You retain ownership of all video content you upload. However, you must have the legal right to upload and process such content through our Service.

5.2 License to Clypse

By uploading content, you grant us a limited, non-exclusive license to:

• Process your videos using our AI technology
• Store and transmit your content as necessary to provide the Service
• Generate clips, captions, and related derivative works
• Improve our AI algorithms using anonymized data patterns

5.3 Generated Content Rights

You own the rights to clips generated by our AI from your original content, subject to:

• Your underlying rights in the source material
• Compliance with these Terms
• Any applicable third-party rights or restrictions

5.4 Clypse Intellectual Property

Our Service, including software, algorithms, trademarks, and copyrights, remains our exclusive property.

6. Copyright and DMCA Compliance

6.1 Copyright Responsibility

YOU ARE SOLELY RESPONSIBLE for ensuring you have the necessary rights to upload and process any video content. This includes:

• Ownership of the video content
• Rights to any music, images, or other copyrighted material
• Necessary licenses or permissions for commercial use
• Compliance with personality rights and privacy laws

6.2 DMCA Takedown Process

We comply with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA). To report copyright infringement:

Email: dmca@clypse.com
Include:

• Description of copyrighted work allegedly infringed
• Location of infringing material on our Service
• Your contact information and electronic signature
• Statement of good faith belief that use is not authorized
• Statement that information is accurate under penalty of perjury

6.3 Counter-Notification

If you believe your content was wrongly removed, you may submit a counter-notification following DMCA procedures.

7. Subscription Plans and Payments

7.1 Subscription Terms

• Subscriptions automatically renew unless cancelled
• Price changes will be communicated with 30 days' notice
• Refunds are provided according to our refund policy
• Credits and usage limits reset according to your billing cycle

7.2 Payment Processing

• All payments are processed through secure third-party providers
• You authorize recurring charges for subscription services
• Failed payments may result in service suspension
• You are responsible for applicable taxes and fees

8. Service Availability and Modifications

8.1 Service Levels

While we strive for reliable service, we do not guarantee:

• Uninterrupted availability or uptime
• Error-free operation of our AI algorithms
• Specific processing times or quality results
• Permanent availability of any particular features

8.2 Service Changes

We reserve the right to:

• Modify, suspend, or discontinue features
• Update our AI algorithms and processing methods
• Change usage limits or subscription terms
• Implement maintenance and security updates

9. User Data and Privacy

Your privacy is important to us. Our data practices are governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated by reference into these Terms.

10. Termination

10.1 Termination by You

You may terminate your account at any time through your account settings or by contacting support.

10.2 Termination by Clypse

We may terminate or suspend your account immediately for:

• Violation of these Terms or our Acceptable Use Policy
• Suspected fraudulent, abusive, or illegal activity
• Extended periods of account inactivity
• Non-payment of subscription fees

10.3 Effect of Termination

Upon termination:

• Your access to the Service will cease immediately
• Your content may be deleted according to our data retention policy
• Outstanding payment obligations remain in effect
• Certain provisions of these Terms will survive termination

11. Disclaimers and Warranties

11.1 Service Provided "As Is"

THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT ANY WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, INCLUDING:

• MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE
• ACCURACY OR RELIABILITY OF AI-GENERATED RESULTS
• UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR-FREE OPERATION
• SECURITY OR FREEDOM FROM VIRUSES

11.2 AI Technology Limitations

You acknowledge that:

• AI-generated clips may not meet your expectations or quality standards
• Automated processes may produce unpredictable results
• Our algorithms are continuously evolving and improving
• Technical limitations may affect processing capabilities

12. Limitation of Liability

12.1 Damages Limitation

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, CLYPSE SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR:

• INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES
• LOSS OF PROFITS, DATA, OR BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES
• DAMAGES RESULTING FROM CONTENT UPLOADED BY USERS
• THIRD-PARTY COPYRIGHT INFRINGEMENT CLAIMS
• SERVICE INTERRUPTIONS OR TECHNICAL FAILURES

12.2 Maximum Liability

Our total liability to you shall not exceed the amounts paid by you for the Service during the 12 months preceding the claim.

13. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Clypse from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from:

• Your use of the Service or violation of these Terms
• Content you upload, process, or distribute through our Service
• Your infringement of third-party intellectual property rights
• Your violation of applicable laws or regulations

14. Governing Law and Disputes

14.1 Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of Delaware, USA, without regard to conflict of law principles.

14.2 Dispute Resolution

Any disputes will be resolved through:

1. Informal Resolution: Direct negotiation for 30 days
2. Binding Arbitration: Individual arbitration under American Arbitration Association Rules
3. Class Action Waiver: No class actions or representative proceedings

14.3 Jurisdiction

Any legal proceedings must be brought in the courts of Delaware, USA.

15. General Provisions

15.1 Entire Agreement

These Terms, along with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Clypse.

15.2 Severability

If any provision is found unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in full effect.

15.3 Assignment

We may assign these Terms, but you may not assign your rights without our consent.

15.4 Updates to Terms

We may update these Terms periodically. Material changes will be communicated through:

• Email notification to registered users
• Prominent notice on our website
• In-app notifications for active users

Continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of updated Terms.

16. Contact Information

For questions about these Terms:

Email: legal@clypse.com
Address: Clypse Legal Department, Delaware, USA
Support: support@clypse.com

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These Terms of Service are effective as of October 27, 2025 and govern your use of the Clypse service.