1. Acceptance of Terms

By creating an account, accessing, or using any part of the Buildless platform ("Service"), you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service and our Privacy Policy. These Terms apply to all visitors, users, and others who access or use the Service.

If you are entering into these Terms on behalf of a company or other legal entity, you represent that you have the authority to bind such entity to these Terms, in which case "you" will refer to such entity. If you do not have such authority, or if you do not agree with these Terms, you must not accept these Terms and may not use the Service.

2. Description of Service

Buildless is a comprehensive no-code platform that enables users to build applications, internal tools, and automations without traditional programming knowledge. Our Service includes but is not limited to:

• AI-Powered Development: Artificial intelligence copilot that assists in application generation, data modeling, and workflow creation
• Visual Development Tools: Drag-and-drop interface builders, form creators, and workflow designers
• Backend Services: Automatic API generation, database management, and server-side logic creation
• Hosting and Deployment: Cloud hosting services, domain management, and one-click deployment capabilities
• User Management: Authentication systems, user roles, permissions, and access control features
• Integration Services: Third-party API connections, webhook management, and external service integrations
• Analytics and Monitoring: Application performance monitoring, usage analytics, and error tracking
• Collaboration Tools: Team workspaces, sharing capabilities, and version control systems
• Support Services: Documentation, tutorials, customer support, and community resources

3. User Accounts and Registration

To access certain features of the Service, you must register for an account. When creating an account, you agree to:

• Accurate Information: Provide accurate, current, and complete information during the registration process
• Information Maintenance: Maintain and promptly update your account information to keep it accurate and complete
• Account Security: Maintain the security and confidentiality of your password and account credentials
• Account Responsibility: Accept full responsibility for all activities that occur under your account
• Unauthorized Access: Immediately notify us of any unauthorized use of your account or any other breach of security
• Account Eligibility: Confirm that you are at least 16 years old and have the legal capacity to enter into these Terms
• Single Account: Maintain only one account unless explicitly authorized by us to create additional accounts

4. Acceptable Use Policy

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

Prohibited Activities

• Legal Violations: To violate any applicable federal, state, local, or international law or regulation
• Intellectual Property: To infringe upon or violate the intellectual property rights of others
• Harmful Content: To transmit, or procure the sending of, any advertising or promotional material, spam, or other harmful content
• Unauthorized Access: To attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems, other user accounts, or computer networks
• Service Interference: To interfere with, disrupt, or create an undue burden on the Service or networks connected to the Service
• Malicious Software: To introduce any viruses, trojan horses, worms, logic bombs, or other malicious or technologically harmful material
• Data Mining: To use any automated system to access the Service in a manner that sends more request messages than a human can reasonably produce
• Reverse Engineering: To reverse engineer, decompile, disassemble, or otherwise attempt to derive the source code of the Service
• Competitive Analysis: To use the Service to build a competitive product or service or copy any features, functions, or graphics

Content Standards

• Applications and content created must comply with all applicable laws and regulations
• Content must not be defamatory, obscene, offensive, or violate third-party rights
• Applications must not be designed to harm, exploit, or endanger minors
• Content must not promote illegal activities, violence, or discrimination

5. Subscription Plans and Payment Terms

Our Service operates on a subscription basis with additional usage-based billing components:

Subscription Structure

• Base Subscription: Monthly or annual subscription fees are billed in advance
• Usage Charges: Additional fees based on actual resource consumption, API calls, storage, and bandwidth
• Per-Seat Pricing: Charges based on the number of active users in your workspace
• Feature Tiers: Different subscription levels with varying feature access and usage limits

Payment Terms

• Payment Methods: We accept major credit cards and other payment methods as specified on our platform
• Automatic Renewal: Subscriptions automatically renew unless cancelled before the renewal date
• Price Changes: We may change our pricing with 30 days' advance notice to existing subscribers
• Taxes: You are responsible for all applicable taxes, duties, and governmental charges
• Late Payments: Late payments may result in service suspension or termination
• Refund Policy: Refunds are generally not provided except as required by law or as specified in our refund policy

6. Intellectual Property Rights

The Service and its original content, features, and functionality are and will remain the exclusive property of Buildless and its licensors. The Service is protected by copyright, trademark, and other laws.

Our Intellectual Property

• Platform Rights: We own all rights, title, and interest in the Buildless platform, including all software, algorithms, and methodologies
• Trademarks: Buildless trademarks, logos, and service marks are our property and may not be used without permission
• Improvements: Any improvements, modifications, or enhancements to our platform remain our property

Your Content and Applications

• Ownership: You retain ownership of any content, applications, or data you create using our Service
• License to Us: You grant us a limited license to host, store, and process your content as necessary to provide the Service
• Responsibility: You are solely responsible for ensuring your content does not infringe third-party rights
• Backup Rights: We may create backups of your content for service reliability and disaster recovery

7. Data Protection and 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. By using the Service, you consent to the collection and use of your information as described in our Privacy Policy.

Data Security

• We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data
• Data is encrypted in transit and at rest using advanced encryption standards
• We conduct regular security audits and vulnerability assessments
• Access to your data is strictly controlled and monitored

8. Service Availability and Performance

We strive to maintain high availability and performance of our Service, but we cannot guarantee uninterrupted access or error-free operation.

Service Levels

• Uptime Goals: We target 99.9% uptime for our core services, though this is not a guarantee
• Maintenance Windows: Scheduled maintenance will be performed with advance notice when possible
• Emergency Maintenance: We may perform emergency maintenance without advance notice when necessary
• Service Modifications: We may modify, suspend, or discontinue features with reasonable notice
• Performance Monitoring: We continuously monitor service performance and work to resolve issues promptly

9. User-Generated Content and Applications

You are solely responsible for any content, applications, or data you create, upload, or share through the Service.

Content Responsibility

• Legal Compliance: Ensure all content complies with applicable laws and regulations
• Third-Party Rights: Respect intellectual property and other rights of third parties
• Content Monitoring: We may monitor content for compliance but are not obligated to do so
• Content Removal: We reserve the right to remove content that violates these Terms

10. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, in no event shall Buildless, its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, agents, or licensors be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including without limitation, loss of profits, data, use, goodwill, or other intangible losses, resulting from your use of the Service.

Liability Limitations

• Direct Damages: Our total liability for direct damages shall not exceed the amount paid by you for the Service in the 12 months preceding the claim
• Service Interruptions: We are not liable for damages resulting from service interruptions, maintenance, or technical issues
• Third-Party Actions: We are not responsible for the actions of third-party service providers or integrations
• Data Loss: While we implement backup procedures, we are not liable for data loss or corruption

11. Indemnification

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless Buildless and its officers, directors, employees, agents, and affiliates from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, judgments, awards, losses, costs, expenses, or fees (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of or relating to:

• Your violation of these Terms or applicable laws
• Your use of the Service or applications created using the Service
• Your content or any content submitted through your account
• Your violation of any third-party rights, including intellectual property rights
• Any claims made by third parties in connection with your use of the Service

12. Termination and Account Suspension

We may terminate or suspend your account and access to the Service immediately, without prior notice or liability, for any reason, including breach of these Terms.

Termination Procedures

• Immediate Termination: We may terminate accounts for serious violations without notice
• Suspension: We may suspend accounts pending investigation of potential violations
• Data Access: Upon termination, you may have limited time to download your data
• Data Deletion: We may delete your account and data after a reasonable period following termination
• Survival: Provisions that should survive termination will remain in effect

13. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

These Terms shall be interpreted and governed by the laws of the State of Illinois, United States, without regard to conflict of law provisions.

Dispute Resolution Process

• Informal Resolution: We encourage resolving disputes through direct communication first
• Mediation: If informal resolution fails, disputes may be resolved through mediation
• Arbitration: Binding arbitration may be required for certain types of disputes
• Jurisdiction: Any legal proceedings shall be conducted in the courts of Cook County, Illinois
• Class Action Waiver: You agree not to participate in class action lawsuits against us

14. Changes to Terms of Service

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will provide notice of material changes through various channels:

• Website Notice: Posting updated Terms on our website with a new effective date
• Email Notification: Sending email notifications to registered users for significant changes
• In-App Notifications: Displaying notifications within the platform about important updates
• Advance Notice: Providing reasonable advance notice for changes that materially affect your rights
• Continued Use: Your continued use of the Service after changes become effective constitutes acceptance

15. Contact Information and Support

If you have any questions, concerns, or disputes regarding these Terms of Service, please contact us using the information below. We are committed to addressing your inquiries promptly and working toward satisfactory resolutions.