Terms of Service
Last updated: January 15, 2025
1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing or using ByteVerity's AI code governance platform and related services (collectively, the “Services”), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service (“Terms”). If you are using the Services on behalf of an organization, you represent that you have authority to bind that organization to these Terms.
2. Description of Services
ByteVerity provides AI code governance software that helps organizations detect, track, and govern AI-generated code in their software development workflows. Our Services include:
- AI code detection and attribution
- Permission schema enforcement
- Provenance tracking and audit trails
- Compliance reporting and evidence generation
- Dashboard and analytics
- API access and integrations
3. Account Registration
To use certain features of the Services, you must create an account. You agree to:
- Provide accurate and complete registration information
- Maintain the security of your account credentials
- Notify us immediately of any unauthorized access
- Accept responsibility for all activities under your account
4. Subscription and Payment
4.1 Subscription Plans
Access to the Services requires a paid subscription. Subscription details, including pricing and features, are available on our pricing page or in your order form.
4.2 Payment Terms
- Fees are due in advance on a monthly or annual basis
- All fees are non-refundable except as expressly stated
- We may change fees upon 30 days' notice before renewal
- Late payments may result in service suspension
4.3 Taxes
Fees do not include taxes. You are responsible for all applicable taxes except those based on our net income.
5. Use of Services
5.1 Permitted Use
You may use the Services only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. You agree not to:
- Violate any laws or regulations
- Infringe intellectual property rights
- Transmit malicious code or interfere with the Services
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems
- Reverse engineer or decompile the Services
- Resell or sublicense the Services without authorization
5.2 Usage Limits
Your subscription includes specified usage limits (repositories, users, API calls). Exceeding these limits may result in additional fees or service restrictions.
6. Your Data
6.1 Data Ownership
You retain all rights to your data, including code repository data, configuration files, and any content you submit to the Services (“Customer Data”).
6.2 License Grant
You grant ByteVerity a limited license to use Customer Data solely to provide the Services. This license includes the right to process, analyze, and store Customer Data as necessary for service operation.
6.3 Data Processing
We process Customer Data in accordance with our Privacy Policy and applicable data protection laws. For enterprise customers, we offer Data Processing Agreements (DPAs) upon request.
6.4 No Code Training
We do not use Customer Data, including any source code or repository data, to train machine learning models. Our detection models are trained on separate, licensed datasets.
7. Intellectual Property
7.1 ByteVerity IP
ByteVerity retains all rights to the Services, including software, algorithms, user interfaces, documentation, and trademarks. Nothing in these Terms transfers ownership of ByteVerity IP to you.
7.2 Feedback
If you provide feedback or suggestions about the Services, we may use this feedback without obligation to you.
8. Confidentiality
Each party agrees to protect the other's confidential information with reasonable care. Confidential information includes Customer Data, pricing terms, and non-public technical information about the Services.
9. Warranties and Disclaimers
9.1 Service Warranty
ByteVerity warrants that the Services will perform materially as described in our documentation during your subscription period.
9.2 Disclaimers
EXCEPT AS EXPRESSLY PROVIDED, THE SERVICES ARE PROVIDED “AS IS” WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND. WE DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT.
9.3 Detection Accuracy
While we strive for high accuracy in AI code detection, we do not guarantee 100% accuracy. The Services should be used as one component of a comprehensive code governance strategy.
10. Limitation of Liability
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW:
- BYTEVERITY'S TOTAL LIABILITY UNDER THESE TERMS SHALL NOT EXCEED THE FEES PAID BY YOU IN THE 12 MONTHS PRECEDING THE CLAIM
- NEITHER PARTY SHALL BE LIABLE FOR INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES
- THESE LIMITATIONS APPLY REGARDLESS OF THE THEORY OF LIABILITY
11. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify ByteVerity against claims arising from: (a) your use of the Services in violation of these Terms; (b) your Customer Data; or (c) your violation of applicable laws.
12. Term and Termination
12.1 Term
These Terms are effective until your subscription ends or is terminated.
12.2 Termination for Breach
Either party may terminate for material breach if the breach is not cured within 30 days of written notice.
12.3 Effect of Termination
Upon termination:
- Your access to the Services will end
- You may request export of your Customer Data within 30 days
- We will delete your Customer Data within 30 days after the export period
- Sections on confidentiality, IP, limitation of liability, and general terms survive
13. Service Level Agreement
Enterprise customers receive a Service Level Agreement (SLA) with uptime guarantees and support response times. SLA terms are provided in your order form or separately.
14. Changes to Terms
We may update these Terms from time to time. We will notify you of material changes at least 30 days before they take effect. Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.
15. General Provisions
15.1 Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Delaware, without regard to conflict of law principles.
15.2 Dispute Resolution
Any disputes shall be resolved through binding arbitration in San Francisco, California, under AAA Commercial Arbitration Rules. Either party may seek injunctive relief in court for intellectual property disputes.
15.3 Assignment
You may not assign these Terms without our consent. We may assign these Terms in connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets.
15.4 Entire Agreement
These Terms, together with any order forms and policies referenced herein, constitute the entire agreement between you and ByteVerity regarding the Services.
15.5 Severability
If any provision is found unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue in effect.
15.6 Waiver
Failure to enforce any right does not constitute a waiver of that right.
16. Contact Information
For questions about these Terms, contact us:
- Email: legal@byteverity.com
- Address: ByteVerity, Inc., 548 Market St #35410, San Francisco, CA 94104