Terms & Conditions

1. Acceptance of Terms

These Terms and Conditions ("Terms") govern your use of the Seedream 4.0 website, mobile application, and AI image generation services (collectively, the "Service") operated by Seedream 4.0 ("we," "our," or "us").

By accessing or using our Service, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you disagree with any part of these terms, then you may not access the Service.

2. Service Description

2.1 Our Service

Seedream 4.0 provides an AI-powered image generation platform that allows users to create digital images based on text prompts and other input parameters. Our Service includes:

• Web-based image generation interface
• API access for developers
• Various style presets and customization options
• Image editing and enhancement tools
• User account management

2.2 Service Availability

We strive to provide reliable access to our Service, but we do not guarantee uninterrupted or error-free operation. The Service may be subject to:

• Scheduled maintenance and updates
• Technical difficulties or server outages
• Changes to features and functionality
• Geographic or legal restrictions

2.3 Service Modifications

We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue the Service at any time, with or without notice. We will not be liable for any modification, suspension, or discontinuation of the Service.

3. User Accounts

3.1 Account Creation

To access certain features of our Service, you must create an account. When creating an account, you agree to:

• Provide accurate, current, and complete information
• Maintain and update your information as necessary
• Keep your password secure and confidential
• Be responsible for all activities under your account

3.2 Account Eligibility

You must be at least 13 years old to create an account. Users between 13 and 18 years old must have parental or guardian consent. By creating an account, you represent that you meet these age requirements.

3.3 Account Security

You are responsible for safeguarding your account credentials. You must notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account or any other breach of security. We will not be liable for any loss or damage arising from unauthorized account access.

3.4 Account Termination

You may delete your account at any time. We may also suspend or terminate your account if you violate these Terms or engage in activities that harm our Service or other users.

4. Acceptable Use

4.1 Permitted Uses

You may use our Service for lawful purposes to create, edit, and download AI-generated images. This includes:

• Personal creative projects
• Commercial applications (subject to our license terms)
• Educational and research purposes
• Content creation for marketing and social media

4.2 Prohibited Uses

You agree not to use our Service for any of the following prohibited activities:

• Illegal Content: Creating images that violate applicable laws or regulations
• Harmful Content: Generating content that promotes violence, harassment, or discrimination
• Misleading Content: Creating deepfakes or other deceptive content intended to mislead
• Copyright Infringement: Reproducing copyrighted material without authorization
• Privacy Violations: Creating images of real people without their consent
• Adult Content: Generating sexually explicit or inappropriate content
• System Abuse: Attempting to hack, reverse engineer, or circumvent our systems
• Spam or Automated Abuse: Using bots or automated tools to abuse our Service

4.3 Content Moderation

We employ automated and manual content moderation systems to detect and prevent prohibited content. We reserve the right to review, remove, or refuse to generate any content that violates these Terms.

5. Content Policy

5.1 User-Generated Content

You retain ownership of the text prompts and input data you provide to our Service. However, by using our Service, you grant us the right to process this information to generate images and improve our AI models.

5.2 Generated Images

Subject to these Terms, you own the images generated through our Service based on your prompts. However, this ownership is subject to the following conditions:

• The generated content does not infringe on third-party rights
• You comply with all applicable laws and regulations
• You follow our content policy guidelines

5.3 License to Use Generated Content

For images you generate and own, you receive a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, modify, and distribute the content for any lawful purpose.

5.4 Our Rights to Content

We may use anonymized and aggregated data from generated content to improve our AI models and Service, but we will not claim ownership of your specific generated images.

5.5 Content Removal

We reserve the right to remove or refuse to generate any content that violates these Terms, applicable laws, or our community guidelines.

6. Intellectual Property

6.1 Our Intellectual Property

The Service, including its design, functionality, AI models, algorithms, and underlying technology, is protected by intellectual property laws. We retain all rights to our intellectual property.

6.2 Trademarks

"Seedream 4.0" and our logos are trademarks of our company. You may not use our trademarks without our prior written consent.

6.3 Third-Party Rights

You are responsible for ensuring that your use of our Service does not infringe on the intellectual property rights of third parties. This includes:

• Not attempting to recreate copyrighted characters or artwork
• Respecting trademark and brand rights
• Avoiding reproduction of distinctive artistic styles without permission

6.4 DMCA Compliance

We respect intellectual property rights and comply with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA). If you believe content generated through our Service infringes your copyright, please contact us with a valid DMCA notice.

7. Payment Terms

7.1 Pricing

We offer both free and paid tiers of our Service. Current pricing information is available on our website and may be updated from time to time.

7.2 Payment Processing

Payments are processed through secure third-party payment processors. We do not store complete payment information on our servers.

7.3 Subscriptions

Paid subscriptions automatically renew until cancelled. You may cancel your subscription at any time through your account settings.

7.4 Refunds

Refunds are handled on a case-by-case basis. Please contact our support team if you believe you are entitled to a refund.

7.5 Price Changes

We may change our pricing at any time. Existing subscribers will be notified of price changes in advance.

8. Privacy

Your privacy is important to us. Our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference, explains how we collect, use, and protect your information.

By using our Service, you consent to the collection and use of information as described in our Privacy Policy. Please review our Privacy Policy for detailed information about our data practices.

9. Disclaimers

9.1 Service Disclaimers

THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. WE DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

• MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE
• NON-INFRINGEMENT OF THIRD-PARTY RIGHTS
• ACCURACY, COMPLETENESS, OR RELIABILITY OF CONTENT
• UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR-FREE OPERATION

9.2 AI-Generated Content Disclaimers

We do not guarantee the accuracy, quality, or appropriateness of AI-generated content. Users are responsible for reviewing and validating generated content before use.

9.3 Third-Party Content

Our Service may contain links to third-party websites or content. We are not responsible for the accuracy, legality, or content of third-party materials.

10. Limitation of Liability

10.1 Damages Limitation

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 PROFITS OR REVENUE
• LOSS OF DATA OR CONTENT
• BUSINESS INTERRUPTION
• LOSS OF GOODWILL OR REPUTATION

10.2 Total Liability Cap

Our total liability for any claims arising from or related to these Terms or the Service shall not exceed the amount you paid to us in the twelve (12) months preceding the claim.

10.3 User Responsibilities

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

11. Termination

11.1 Termination by You

You may terminate your account and stop using the Service at any time by deleting your account through the settings page.

11.2 Termination by Us

We may suspend or terminate your access to the Service immediately, without prior notice, for any reason, including but not limited to:

• Violation of these Terms
• Fraudulent or illegal activity
• Abuse of the Service or other users
• Non-payment of fees

11.3 Effect of Termination

Upon termination, your right to use the Service will cease immediately. We may delete your account data and generated content, though you may download your content before termination.

11.4 Survival

Sections relating to intellectual property, disclaimers, limitation of liability, and general provisions shall survive termination of these Terms.

12. General Provisions

12.1 Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of [Jurisdiction], without regard to conflict of law principles.

12.2 Dispute Resolution

Any disputes arising from these Terms or the Service shall be resolved through binding arbitration, except for claims that may be brought in small claims court.

12.3 Severability

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

12.4 Entire Agreement

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

12.5 Changes to Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. We will notify users of material changes by posting the updated Terms on our website or sending email notifications.

12.6 Contact Information

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